The Countryman E6s Omnidirectional Microphone is a miniature earset microphone for virtually invisible operation. The compact size and placement just in front of the ear make this microphone particularly well-suited for intimate theater and broadcast applications, or any use where low mic visibility is a key factor.

The omnidirectional pickup pattern provides a generous and forgiving pickup area around the perimeter of the capsule, while the stainless steel construction stands up to daily use, makeup, and sweat. The mic also comes with 3 different interchangeable caps that let you choose between a flat, bright, or very bright frequency response.

This version of the E6s is cocoa and comes with a 1mm diameter cable. It terminates to a 1-pin Lemo connector for use with Sennheiser wireless transmitters.

Omnidirectional Pickup Pattern    Discreet Design    Stainless Steel Construction    1mm Diameter Cable    1-pin Lemo Connector    Interchangeable Frequency Response Caps    Optimized for Powerful Vocals

The miniature design is ideal for use in applications where visibility is a key factor, such as intimate theater settings and broadcasting

The stainless steel construction allows the mic to stand up to daily use, makeup, and sweat. When used with the included caps, the mic is virtually waterproof

The included 1mm diameter cable detaches easily from the headset, making it completely replaceable in the event of a short or break. The replaceable cable design makes upgrading wireless microphone systems easy, as they are available with a wide selection of connectors to accommodate various wireless transmitters

The omnidirectional polar pattern is effective in minimizing handling noise from fabric and wind

The mic comes with 3 interchangeable caps that provide you with a flat, bright, or very bright frequency response

The mic has a low sensitivity that is ideal for powerful vocal applications

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How is the shielding on this mic? My Rode Video Mic Pro picks up RF spray from my Hollyland 400S transmitter. I need a better mic!

A: The manufacturer has not provided any details regarding the internal shielding used in the construction of the Sennheiser MKE 400 Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone. Since cables can often be susceptible to RF, you could test the microphone using a high quality cable that is constructed with better shielding than the molded cable that is included with the mic. That may be all you need to resolve the issue.

Q: 2. How is the handling noise & wind blockage? Ive heard "not so good" even with the windscreen on. Anyone use this in light to moderate winds?

A: Handling noise should be minimal, if any, when the Sennheiser MKE 400 Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone is mounted securely to a camera shoe. The included windscreen should assist with low-wind scenarios but is not meant for use in high-wind situations.

Q: 3. is it balanced mic? in both cases - phantom, battery?

A: I think you're asking if has a balanced input? If so, the answer is yes. With its power switch set to off , it takes phantom power from the mic cable. With the power switch set to on , it powers itself from an internal AA battery.

Q: 4. can this microphone be attached to a r5 using the smallring camara cage?

A: Yes, the Sennheiser MKE 400 Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone can be used with the Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera and mounted on a compatible SmallRig camera cage, either in a cold shoe mount or by using a thread adapter. The MKE 400 has a 3/8" female thread on the bottom of its shoe mount and the camera cage has 3/8" and 1/4"-20 female mounting threads. You can use an adapter like the Impact 3/8" to 3/8" Adapter Spigot (B&H # IMCA115) or the Kupo 3/8"-16 Male to 1/4"-20 Male Thread Adapter (B&H # KUKG007512).

Q: 5. Can I plug this into the Sony Fx9 without a battery and have it run off of the camera battery/phantom power? Thank you!!!!!!!!!!

A: Yes, the Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Microphone can be connected to an XLR input on the Sony PXW-FX9 Full-Frame Camera and activated using phantom power.

Q: 6. Will this be compatible with the Panasonic DMW-XLR2 XLR Microphone Adapter, or is there a better choice?

A: The Sennheiser MKE 400 Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone (2nd Generation) will work with the Panasonic DMW-XLR2 XLR Microphone Adapter via its 3.5mm stereo input jack or via XLR when using an adapter such as the RODE VXLR 3.5mm TRS Female to XLR Male Adapter (B&H # ROVXLR). However, to gain the benefit of the Panasonic adapter's balanced audio, we recommend using an XLR shotgun microphone like the Azden SGM-250CX Short Shotgun Microphone (Shockmount, Phantom Only), which is B&H # AZSGM250CX.

Q: 7. Will mic work on a canon r3?

A: Yes, the Sennheiser MKE 400 Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone (2nd Generation) is compatible via the 3.5mm input on the Canon EOS R3 camera.

Q: 8. Is this compatible with a Sony FDR AX100 camcorder?

A: Yes, the Sennheiser MKE 400 Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone is compatible for use with the Sony FDR-AX100 Camcorder.

Q: 9. CAN THIS MICROPHONE BE CONNECTED TO THE XLR MIXER IN ANY WAY?

A: The Sennheiser MKE 400 Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone can be connected to an XLR mic input using an adapter such as B&H #ROVXLR.

Q: 10. What is the best xlr cable for using this on the Sony FX3?

A: The Sony FX3 does not come with an XLR input, so you would need an XLR audio handle or adapter. Assuming this is already taken care of, you can use any 3-pin XLR cable with the Sennheiser MKH416. A right-angle cable such as BH #KOM3001.5R would minimize the footprint of your rig, and a low-profile cable such as BH #CACTLPXR10BL would minimize it further.