The cocoa B6 Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone from Countryman is a miniature lavalier microphone measuring only 0.1" in diameter. It features a 3.5mm locking connector and connects to select Olympus recorders with audio on the left channel. The B6 microphone provides high-quality audio with low distortion at SPL up to 130 dB on 48V phantom power. The aramid cable, combined with the ultra-thin diaphragm, ensures low handling noise. The tiny size, combined with natural sound pickup, makes the microphone easy to position for ambient noise and feedback rejection.

The included changeable protective caps (+0, +4, and +8 dB) provide moisture resistance and allow you to adjust the frequency response to suit different applications or to match other microphones. Each of the three omni caps has a different high-frequency response characteristic that controls the amount of crispness or sibilance (response at 15 kHz). This microphone ships with the +4 dB protective cap attached, which boosts the perceived amount of presence in your sound while leaving the lower frequencies unchanged. You can switch to the 0 dB cap in case of problems when using this microphone with high-frequency feedback.

Olympus DS-40, DS-51, DS-61, DS-71, DS-2400, DM-420, DM-520, DM-620, LS-10, and LS-14 recorders with audio on left channel channel

Can be easily hidden in the hair, on costumes, or can be taped to a performer's face

Mid (W5, red band) is suitable for use as a head microphone in theater

Provides high-quality audio with low distortion at SPL up to 130 dB on 48V phantom power

Comes with three changeable protective caps (+0, +4, and +8 dB)

Resistant to makeup, sweat, and moisture when used with the supplied protective caps

Protective caps can be easily removed for cleaning or replacement when clogged with makeup

Low handling noise and rugged construction

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does it come with a 3 pin XLR cable? and can I connect the 3 pin cable to my claret interface?

A: This does come with a hardwired 3pin XLR cable and can be connected to your Clarett interface.

Q: 2. I need a mike to match with an old ECM-50PS. Would this have similar sonic, gain characteristics?

A: It's close for our purposes but we just do talking heads. We are on a limited budget and purchased them. I would suggest 55B if you want to match 50PS

Q: 3. Is it safe to use a NiMH battery (Eneloop) in a Sony ECM-77B lavalier mic?

A: The battery powered Sony mics such as the ECM-77B can accept a rechargeable AA battery with no issue.

Q: 4. How long is the cable?

A: The Sony ECM-77B Miniature Omnidirectional Lavalier Mic's cable is specified at a length of 1.2 meters or roughly 6.5 feet.

Q: 5. What kind of connection does this mic have?

A: The Sony ECM-77B Miniature Omnidirectional Lavalier Mic has a standard XLR 3-pin male connector. This mic can be powered with a AA battery or phantom power. An additional cable can also be used together with the attached mic cable.

Q: 6. Can this be used with Rode wireless Go system?

A: Yes, the Rode Lavalier II Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone is compatible with the Rode Wireless GO II system.

Q: 7. What is difference between 77 "B" vs "BPT" vs "BMP" vs "BC" versions? Want lav mic with XLR for Audient ID4 in podcast set up. (ECM-77B vs ECM-77BPT vs ECM-77BMP vs ECM-77BC).

A: The differences are in the type or termination, or connector. For the Audient you want the 77-B which has an XLR termination.

Q: 8. Will this mic work with Scarlett Focusrite 2i2?

A: Yes, the microphone will work with the interface. However, please note: battery power only, does not accept phantom power.

Q: 9. Can I use this mic with just an iPhone or iPad ?

A: The Sony ECM-77B Miniature Omnidirectional Lavalier Mic could be used with an iOS device such as iPhone or iPad if an interface such as the IK Multimedia iRig Pre HD Audio Interface with Mic Pre (BH #IKIRIGPREHD) was implemented in between: https://bhpho.to/3szb3Ve

Q: 10. How does this compare with the 44B at half the price if I'm willing to go with a larger mike. That is, if I don't need the smaller profile, would the 44B do as well?!

A: The main difference between the ECM 77B and 44B other than physical size, would be the frequency response. The 77B extends lower than the 44B, however generally for speech and broadcast applications those would be rolled off. If size is of no importance, the ECM 44B is a fine choice and very popular in broadcast applications.