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 black 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. Shock mount

A: It comes with a basic shock mount; works okay on a boompole but might want to upgrade it for critical studio use.

Q: 2. What kind of screw size does it need to attach to a hot shoe adaptor or to mount on a boom pole?

A: To mount the MKE 600 on a boom pole you would need a 3/8" thread shock mount.

Q: 3. on which focal length you start see the mic in frame?

A: It depends on where you have the mic suspended or if you have it mounted to your camera.

Q: 4. Will this work on the $299 Rode blimp windshield?

A: Yes, the Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Microphone can be used within the Rode Blimp Windshield and Rycote Shock Mount Suspension System for Shotgun Microphones (BH #ROBLIMPR).

Q: 5. What is the length of the XLR to 3.5mm TRS cable? thanks

A: The Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Microphone includes a coiled XLR to 3.5mm cable that is 15" (40 cm) long. The cable is also available separately as the Sennheiser KA 600 XLR Female to 1/8" TRS Male Connection Cable (B&H # SEKA600) if you need a replacement or spare.

Q: 6. 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: 7. 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: 8. What is the difference between the first and second generation of this product?

A: The Sennheiser MKE 400 Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone (2nd Generation), B&H # SEMKE400M, now has upgraded features over the first-generation microphone: Along with its redesigned appearance, the second-generation MKE 400 boasts significant upgrades (listed below) over the original MKE 400 to make it even more effective and versatile: - Swappable 3.5mm TRS and TRRS output cables - 3.5mm headphone port with volume control - 3-stage gain control (the original MKE 400 had two gain positions) - Auto-power function - Integrated wind protection - Furry windshield included for outdoor wind protection - Compatible with Sennheiser's CL 35 USB-C cable (available separately) for direct digital connection to a mobile device's USB Type-C port: B&H # SECL35USBC

Q: 9. 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: 10. 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).