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 light beige 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 Loud Speaking and 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 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 medium sensitivity that is ideal for loud speaking and vocal applications

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the difference in application for the white versus basic umbrella?

A: The Basic Umbrella Kit offers a Lowel Silver Tota-Brella, which is better for adding contrast or brighter highlights, while this particular Tota-Light One Light Kit offers a Lowel White Tota-Brella for a softer light quality.

Q: 2. This meter is used for both incident and reflected light metering purposes. I know that all handheld light meters measure incident light, but I don't understand why this meter is needed for reflected light measurements. The camera's built-in light meter is much quicker and easier to use for a reflected reading. What is the purpose of taking a reflected reading from a handheld light meter?

A: Light meters were designed long before there were meters in any cameras; since some people still like to use a hand-held meter, there was no reason to remove a capability that was already built in.

Q: 3. What is the f-stop range? Will it measure to f64?

A: The following unit offers a f-stop range of 0.5-90

Q: 4. My 750w bulb burns after few minutes, the power rating of my country is 220v, what do i do?

A: Also, make sure that the barn doors are not too close to the glass of the lamps (open up the doors fully), and make sure that the bulbs are clean (can clean with rubbing alcohol and soft cloth) so that dust and grease are not burning on the surface.

Q: 5. In the overview it says, Not designed for photographic work . What in the wide world does that mean? It's a light meter...

A: This meter only measures the intensity of light, it does not provide any information that can be used to set the exposure on a camera (ISO, f/#, etc.).

Q: 6. it says it has a sliding lumidisk. I am reading answers on the Q&A that you need to buy a the $30 lumisphere. What is the difference between the two and do you really need to buy the extra part? Please un-confuse me so I can buy this correctly!!

A: The lumidisk is sold as a replacement or spare. You do not need to purchase it to use the light meter.

Q: 7. Whats the difference between this and L308S-U?

A: the 308X is a merger of the 308S and the 308DC

Q: 8. What is the soft box size and liner (white or silver) thanks

A: The box 60cm and has a silver interior

Q: 9. Can this meter be used for flash photography?

A: Yes. On Sekonic's website, it's main features state: Incident Metering for Ambient & Flash Incident means available light, and Flash means using a flash on your camera

Q: 10. I want to use this light for shooting a yoga video in a smallish space. Do you think I could uses one lamp with an umbrella and bounce it off the ceiling and get good diffused light for shooting myself doing yoga? Or would I need 2 lights?

A: Two lights would be better to provide a more even amount of coverage.