The Countryman E6i Omnidirectional Microphone is a miniature earset microphone for virtually invisible operation in stage performances, trade shows, houses-of-worship, auctions, lectures and much more.

The omnidirectional version is most common in applications where feedback issues are not very likely. The microphone can be worn without a windscreen as the omnidirectional capsule provides excellent wind noise rejection.

The E6i is set apart from the original E6 with its softer flexible boom and silicon ear-pads. The flexible boom provides ease of boom adjustability to accommodate multi-user applications.

A wide variety of colors and connections are available for use with various wireless transmitters. This version is black and features a 2.5mm Stereo Sub-mini connector for Samson transmitters.

2.5mm Stereo Sub-mini for Samson    2mm Diameter Duramax Cable    Optimized for Strong Vocals    Omnidirectional    Black

A miniature omnidirectional capsule is mounted to a low-profile, flexible frame with silicon ear pads. This lightweight, unobtrusive design is available in various colors that virtually render the entire microphone invisible against the skin. For more information on which color earset suits you best, refer to the Countryman support page.

The included 2mm Diameter Duramax Cable detaches from the actual 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 in a wide selection of connections to accommodate various wireless transmitters. The Duramax 2mm diameter cable provides extra strength, flexibility and durability.

The omnidirectional polar pattern is most effective in minimizing wind noise, plosives (popping) and handling noise. The flexible boom provides a custom fit for multiple users and close microphone positioning while minimizing off-axis noise. The E6i is also available in a cardioid version for maximum off-axis noise rejection in environments with high feedback and noise.

This E6i's sensitivity response is optimized to accurately capture strong vocals without noise and distortion. The high headroom is well suited for singers and performers in stage and broadcast applications.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I have a Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head (Twist Locks, Red), does it work on Canon R5 body? Can I just use the 200PL RC2 type arca-Swiss plate or need to use something else, like RRS plate?

A: Success with the 494 ball head and the R5 will depend on the lens you're using. Heavier combinations, like the 100-500mm and 28-70mm f/2 might see limited success when the ball head is used in various positions. The 494 ball head does not accept arca-swiss style plates. However, the 200PLPro plate that comes with it is compatible with arca-swiss ball heads (it's weird, I know). The 494 will accept 200PL and 200PLPro plates, so it will work on an R5 without an RRS plate or L-bracket.

Q: 2. what is the difference between this and the Manfrotto BeFree compact travel aluminum tripod?

A: Much better ball head. I mean much. I prefer to carbon versions for be free advance. But price almost double. For carbon version be free compact price is more reasonable. Just 50$ extra. But for me I would never think about compact version, ball head just too weak even for A7 3

Q: 3. Is a case included with the triipod?

A: Yes.

Q: 4. Can you use this tripod/ball head with RRS L-plate (attached to a Fuji XT-20)? Do you need any other accessory to use it?

A: if it is Arca - Swiss compatible, yes

Q: 5. Which leg locks do you think are better the twist or the clamp style?

A: Which is better ultimately comes to down to personal preference, but having twist lock legs would allow for the sections to be opened faster for most users.

Q: 6. Will the head accept the old QR plate from Manfrotto? I have 190 pro and I’d like to use the same QR plate I have now

A: The ball head on this BeFree tripod can accept it's own plate or the Manfrotto 200-PL plate.

Q: 7. Can you tell me the length of the legs, fully extended, not including the center column?

A: 37 1/2 inches with center column removed

Q: 8. does the center column have a hook on the bottom to hang weight for stability?

A: yes there is a carabina .

Q: 9. Does the ballhead work fine with Sony A7R3 + Sony 16-35 f2.8 / 24-105mm lens veristically?

A: It should. I use my Nikon D750 and with a 28-300mm lens on it. It is a travel tripod, so you may not get the height you want in some situations. It works for me. It fits in my backpack and carry-on luggage and it's also light.

Q: 10. Is it difficult to use this head/column to shoot at 90 degree downward for macrophotography if using a Sony A7 IV and 90mm lens?

A: To use this column of this tripod at a 90 degree is not difficult, particularly with a Sony A7R IV and the Sony FE 90mm lens.