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 tan and comes with a 2mm diameter Duramax cable. It terminates to a Switchcraft TA4-F connector for use with Toa wireless transmitters.

Omnidirectional Pickup Pattern    Discreet Design    Stainless Steel Construction    2mm Diameter Duramax Cable    Switchcraft TA4-F Connector    Interchangeable Frequency Response Caps    Optimized for General Speaking

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 2mm diameter Duramax 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 high sensitivity that is ideal for general speaking applications

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can the battery be replaced?

A: No

Q: 2. Can I use the Rode NTG Video mic with my iPad Pro for voiceovers and then use the 3.5mm jack to hear the recorded track (specifically on LumaFusion)?

A: Yes you can. I don't know if your iPad Pro is a TRRS or a lightning connector. If it's a lightning connector you will need one of these. BH #APLAADAP that is the B&H part number for the 3.5mm to lightning adapter. You have 12 tracks on your Fusion that you can record your VO onto and then edit as you wish.

Q: 3. Does anyone know if this mic compatible with Gopro Hero 8 Black 3.5 mic adapter?

A: Yes, the Rode VideoMic NTG is compatible for use with the GoPro 3.5mm mic adapter and Hero 8.

Q: 4. This or videomic pro+ for outdoor recording? Run and gun style. And which picks sounds better from far distance. 2m

A: No it is not for Run and Gun. This mic will pick up to about 61/2'.

Q: 5. can this mic work with phantom power instead of the internal battery?

A: No

Q: 6. Does this microphone have the standard protection IP67?

A: No, Rode has not provided an IP rating for the NT-SF1. This microphone is not water-resistant or waterproof.

Q: 7. I'd like to see a picture of the custom shockmount. And I'd like to clamp this to a Manfrotto extension boom https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1364396-REG/manfrotto_mboomcfvr_mus_virtual_reality_carbon_fiber.html. Can anyone recommend the parts to do so?

A: The Auray 5/8" Male to 3/8" & 1/4"-20 Female Combo Reversible Thread Adapter (Steel), BH #AUADCOMBOS would adapt the shock mount to the Manfrotto extension boom.

Q: 8. Is there a significant advantage to pairing this with a Zoom F6 vs the Zoom H6? Some context, it would be for audience recordings of stand-up comedy shows.

A: Yes. The Zoom F6 offers Ambisonics, WAV & MP3 Formats, 32-Bit Float recording to avoid clipping, and also offers the superior low-noise microphone preamps and wider dynamic range.

Q: 9. Does the plug-in power from camera actually power the mic even after the mic battery dies?

A: This microphone will not use Plug-in power, but the battery expectancy is 30 hours, and you can charge while you use it. So, if you have a backup USB battery pack that can be used in the field.

Q: 10. Will this work well with the Sony XLR-K3M and a Sennheiser 5 pin to 3 pin y cable for stereo inputs to Channels 1-2

A: Yes, the Sony ECM-680S M/S Stereo Shotgun Microphone could be used with the Sony XLR-K3M Dual-Channel Digital XLR Audio Adapter and 5-Pin to dual 3-Pin XLR cable in the manner described.