The light beige Countryman E6i Omnidirectional Earset Mic, Standard Gain with Detachable 2mm Cable and 4-pin Hirose Connector for Azden Wireless Transmitters is a vocal microphone with a soft, flexible boom that facilitates its adjustment for different users. It's built with a larger silicone rubber earpiece making it better suited for situations when multiple users share the same mic.

The E6i earset can be used on either ear for capturing audio and rejecting unwanted sound, feedback, or surrounding noise from stage monitors or nearby speakers in houses of worship, theater, and outdoor vocal and speech applications.

The low-profile, omnidirectional E6i earset virtually disappears against the skin, so performers will forget they're wearing a mic. This version offers the highest gain for general speaking such as presentations or sermons. In addition, the earset comes with three protective caps with different high-frequency response characteristics that control the amount of crispness or sibilance (response at 15 kHz). This omnidirectional E6i earset's cable terminates to a 4-pin Hirose connector for direct connection to Azden UHF 41BT wireless bodypack transmitters.

For Stage, Theater, and Broadcast TV    Fits Azden Transmitters    Headroom for General Speaking    Detachable 2mm Diameter Cable    Soft, Flexible Boom    Larger, Silicone Rubber Earpiece    Includes Windscreen    3 x Protective Caps    Black and White Single Tie Cable Clips    Carrying Case

The Countryman earsets are very small, lightweight, and the least visible headworn microphones.

The E6i is soft and highly flexible with a larger silicone rubber ear piece. When multiple users share a mic, the E6i is a great choice. The soft boom is durable and the flexibility makes it easy to adjust for different users.

The E6i's stainless steel boom is tough and can be bent and re-bent to fit different performers. It is highly resistant to makeup, sweat, and moisture when used with the supplied protective caps. The earset should always have a protective cap in place to keep sweat, makeup, and other foreign material out of the microphone.

The E6i earset's flexible boom is easily shaped right on the performer's face. Changeable protective caps let you shape the frequency response for different situations or to match other microphones. This omnidirectional version includes three protective caps—+4 dB (bright), +8 dB (very bright) and +0 dB (flat)—that controls the amount of crispness or sibilance (response at 15 kHz.)

Easy adjustment keeps the mic in a comfortable position for rejecting unwanted sounds. The omnidirectional E6i earset provides more isolation and is suitable for situations where there are loud monitors, extreme feedback, or environmental noise.

The included removable, quick-swap cable detaches from the actual earset, 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 most wireless transmitters.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will I need an adapter to run this off mains power in Australia? Can it be purchased with the correct power cables etc

A: The version we carry comes with the plugs for the US. You may add a plug adapter for Australia onto the existing US plug for use in 220-240VAC.

Q: 2. Mixpre 6 ii -- MX-Hirose -- Tilta NP-F Base Battery Plate , For this setup, Which power option shall i choose? 7.2v or 12V ( from Tilta Base Plate

A: The Sound Devices MX-HIROSE Hirose DC Input Sled for MixPre, MixPre-M & MixPre-II Mixer-Recorders needs 10-20 volts, so 12v would be appropriate for this situation.

Q: 3. Will it work with Black Magic Pocket 4K?

A: Yes, the SMX-30 will work with the BMPCC 4K but must be plugged into the 3.5mm mic input jack (not the mini-XLR input). Furthermore, you will have to adjust the audio settings to use the 3.5mm mic input. The auto-on feature will work when set up properly. You will need to find a third party mounting solution since the BMPCC lacks a traditional cold-shoe mount. Using a camera cage with a shoe mount would be one option. The SMX-30 has a 1/4"-20 female thread at the bottom, so using a thread adapter would be a second option.

Q: 4. Does the Chimera Speed Ring for Video Pro Bank for Arri Compact 575 - Circular 7-3/4 fit the Rayzr 7 300? I have a chimera video bank and looking to integrate it with this light.

A: Yes, the Chimera Speed Ring for Video Pro Bank for Arri Compact 575, Arrisun 5 Par & Plus 1K - Circular 7-3/4 , B&H # CHSRC775VP, would be compatible for use with the Rayzr 7 7 300W Daylight LED Fresnel Light.

Q: 5. What's the self noise level?

A: 82 dB, 1 kHz @ 1Pa

Q: 6. I have a Tascam X-Y mic that just failed on one channel because of the tiny slender cable. Does this cable feel robust?

A: Yes, the cable for the Azden SMX-30 Stereo/Mono Switchable Video Microphone does feel more durable and robust than the cable for the TASCAM TM-2X Stereo XY Condenser DSLR Microphone (B&H # TATM2X).

Q: 7. Does this work worh D750?

A: Hello Darren. Thank you for your inquiry in regards to the SMX-30 Stereo/Mono Switchable Video Microphone. Yes, the SMX-30 is perfect for the Nikon D750. That particular DSLR is meant for filmmaking, including a 3.5mm mic jack and a headphone jack for monitoring as well. Make sure to go into the audio settings of the D750 and switch over to MANUAL mode to adjust your levels as desired depending on your application and the mic's output level.

Q: 8. What power sources can this be connected to?

A: This device is compatible with NP-1 battery cups for NP-1 type batteries.

Q: 9. Is this compatible with the Panasonic HC-WXF1 UHD 4K camcorder & what Boom is the Best (inexpensive) set up for this mic?

A: Yes, the SMX-30 is fully compatible with the Panasonic HC-WXF1 camcorder. I don't have a recommendation for the "best" boom setup, but I'll add that any boom will work with the SMX-30 so long as it has a 1/4"-20 size male thread. If the boom you want does not have that size thread you can buy the appropriate thread adapter. Lastly, you will need to use a 3.5 mm TRS extension cable if you plan on mounting the SMX-30 at any distance from the camera.

Q: 10. does it has background Hiss sound , when compared to rode video mic pro or plus ?

A: I have not heard any background hiss with this unit.