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

The cardioid version effectively minimizes off-axis feedback and noise from nearby monitor speakers, instruments and noisy sources. Flexible microphone positioning is maintained and the included windscreen minimizes the wind noise often associated with cardioid microphones.

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 cocoa and features a Switchcraft TA5F connector for use with Lectrosonics wireless transmitters.

Switchcraft TA5F for Lectrosonics    2mm Diameter Duramax Cable    Headroom for General Speaking    Cardioid    Cocoa

A miniature cardioid capsule is mounted to a low-profile, flexible frame. This lightweight, unobtrusive design is available in various colors that virtually render the entire microphone invisible against the skin.

The included removable, quick-swap 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 cardioid polar pattern is effective in minimizing off-axis residual noise from e nearby monitor speakers, instruments and loud sources. The result is increased signal-to-noise ratio and minimal feedback. The flexible boom provides a custom fit for multiple users and close microphone positioning. The E6i is also available in an omnidirectional version for maximum control over wind noise and plosives (popping).

This E6i's sensitivity response is optimized to accurately capture general speech without noise and distortion.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What else does one need to buy to place this on a monopod that does NOT have any head on it?

A: Nothing...just a plate for the camera.

Q: 2. Anyone using this for portrait and or landscape quick change photography

A: The Oben VH-A30 Tilt Head for Monopods is not suitable for portraits. This is because you cannot turn the head to shoot vertical images.

Q: 3. Can this head hold a Blackmagic Ursa broadcast camera with shoulder mount handle, studio view finder, Fujinon XA220SX8, focus and zoom controls?

A: Yes, this fluid head has a load capacity of 8.8 to 26.4 lb and will handle your rig.

Q: 4. I have an R5 camera with a SmallRig L plate. What do I need to use it with Nitrotech 608. I need to also use RF 100-500L and RF 28-70 f2 L?

A: You can attach the tripod plate directly to the Smallrig plate. With larger, heavier lenses, it's recommend that you secure the tripod plate to the lens' tripod collar.

Q: 5. does this come with the plate?

A: Yes

Q: 6. What is the diameter of just the head cylinder, minus the knobs or plates?

A: it is 2.5 inches in diameter.

Q: 7. Thinking of moving up from some manfrotto heads. Manfrotto uses two different rosette patterns for their panbars. Is the sachtler pattern the same as either of the manfrotto?

A: Manfrotto and Sachtler Tripods will have different rosette patterns for different pan bars. They will nto be cross compatible.

Q: 8. Is this head made in Italy or China ?

A: The Manfrotto MVH608 Nitrotech Head is made in Italy.

Q: 9. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A 'DOUBLE' ACTION BALL HEAD, AND A 'TRIPLE' ACTION BALL HEAD?

A: This head should actually be listed as a triple action, but the triple action has an extra knob for controlling friction.

Q: 10. Is the clamp attached to this head, removable by the user? If so what size/type of screw is used?

A: I have not tried to remove the clamp an do not want to try (it may be on with lock-tight). However the USA rep is very easy to reach and can answer the question. Look up Rod Klukas Arca Swiss (b&h does not allow phone numbers or web information on the reply)I hope that helps, (he is very prompt at answering questions)