The beige Countryman B6 Omni Lavalier Mic for Electrovoice Transmittersfrom Countryman B6 Omni Lavalier Mic for Electrovoice Transmittersis a very small lav microphone measuring one tenth of an inch in diameter with changeable protective caps, which provide moisture resistance and color options. The mic can be used to capture audio for theater, broadcast, churches, and general lavalier applications.

Built with a low handling noise and rugged construction, the B6 lavalier microphone can be easily hidden in hair or on costumes, or taped to a performer's face. The aramid cable and ultra-thin diaphragm deliver a natural sound while its tiny size makes the B6 easy to position for ambient noise and feedback rejection. The B6's cable terminates to a TA4F connector for direct connection to an Electrovoice 3000 Series, N/DYM NBPU, MSB, BPV, BPU, BPU2, CSB-1000, RE-1, RE-2, or BP-300 wireless bodypack transmitter.

Additionally, swappable protective caps let you shape the frequency response for different situations or match other microphones. The B6 microphone is resistant to makeup, sweat, and moisture when used with the supplied protective caps. These caps can be quickly removed for cleaning or replacement.

For Theater, Live, & Studio Use    Detachable Connector    TA4F (ET), See Description    20 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response    Includes 3 Capsule Protection Grids    Headroom for Strong Vocals    Windscreen    Cable Clips    Carrying Case

Looks great when you want to see it, virtually disappears when you don't. The B6 is easily hidden in hair or on costumes, with five colors to match clothing, hair, and skin tones. Use a felt tip marker to color the white caps for near-perfect concealability. Never suffer the hassle and degraded sound quality of under-clothing miking again.

The B6 is resistant to makeup, sweat, and moisture when used with the supplied protective caps, and works well in hair or on the body. The protective caps are easily removed for cleaning or replacement, and the aramid-reinforced cable gives it world-class survivability.

The B6 provides high-quality audio with low distortion at SPL up to 140 dB on 48V phantom power. The aramid cable and thin diaphragm combine to offer low handling noise. The flat frequency response accurately captures voice or instruments, and the small size makes the B6 easy to position for ambient noise and feedback rejection.

Changeable protective caps let you shape the frequency response for different situations or to match other microphones. Versions are available for different speaking or singing styles, with high overload capability for recording instruments.

Standard, for most uses.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Do i need a source of power for this mike?

A: yes, you'll need to power the mic via a device capable of supplying phantom power

Q: 2. Can you recommend a transmitter/receiver to go with the countryman mic?

A: This is an XLR mic and meant to be plugged directly into a camera or mixer or recorder. If you are wanting to purchase the B3 for a wireless situation (which is a different model) I'd recommend spending as much money as you can (like a Lectrosonic or Shure). The more expensive models are totally worth the money you'd spend.

Q: 3. When the say Water Sports does it means that I could use it in a rainy scene in a film production? Thanks!

A: Yes, the B3 can be used for recording audio while filming a rainy scene.

Q: 4. Can i use it with my Sony microdot Connector?

A: No, the Countryman B3W4FF05BSE B3 Omni Lavalier Mic, Standard Sensitivity, with MicroDot Connector for Sennheiser Wireless Transmitters is wired specifically for direct connection to a Sennheiser SK 2012 wireless bodypack transmitter. Sony uses a proprietary wiring configuration which is different from the wiring configuration used by Sennheiser. As an option for the same microphone wired for compatibility with a Sony wireless bodypack transmitter that has a 3.5mm locking connector, you can use the Countryman B3 Omni Lavalier Mic, Standard Sensitivity, with 3.5mm Locking Connector for Sony Wireless Transmitters - Black (B&H # COB3W4BSN). For the same microphone wired for compatibility with a Sony wireless bodypack transmitter with a Hirose connector, you can use the Countryman B3 Omni Lavalier Mic, Standard Sensitivity, with Hirose 4-Pin Connector for Sony Wireless Transmitters - Black (B&H # COB3W4FF5BDS).

Q: 5. hi, please what is the key difference between the low and the standard sensitivity?

A: Standard sensitivity is fine for most applications. Low sensitivity is best employed with trained or very powerful vocalists or public speakers as for opera, rock church and worship.

Q: 6. Which TA5 connection will work for lectrosonics ZS-LRLT kit? There are 3 TA5 options but none list this specific body pack.

A: This Countryman B3 is compatible for use with the L Series LT transmitter included in the Lectrosonics ZS-LRLT kit. The TA5F (LS) notation for the connector shown in the description indicates that it is compatible.

Q: 7. HELLO WHATS MEAN (LS) OR (L4) CONNECTION TYPE?

A: The B3's cable terminates to a TA5F connector for direct connection to a Lectrosonics M185 or M187 wireless bodypack transmitter.

Q: 8. Will Countryman B3 with MicroDot Connector for Sennheiser Wireless Transmitters (B3W4FF05BSE) Work with the Sennheiser G3's?

A: In order to use the B3 Omni Lavalier with a Sennheiser G3, you will need a Microdot to Locking 3.5mm Adapter like the Deity Microphones DA35 (B&H # DEDA35).

Q: 9. Can I use the Countryman B3 connected to a Sennheiser AVX Wireless set? I would buy this instead of the more expensive MKE2

A: Yes, with the Sennheiser plug it will work. You'll have to adjust the sensitivity as it may be different from the mic you used on the transmitter before, but that's easy enough.

Q: 10. To be used hidden on clothes for film, do i need Standard or low sensitivity?

A: Mic sensitivity is related to how much gain you have to give the mic. A low sensitive mic would need more gain sent to it to get a good audio level, and is used for live stage use, or in a loud environments. The real issue you have to deal with when hiding a mic on clothes is keeping the head of the mic away from fabric rubbing on it. I would suggest a standard gain mic, and then utilize mic mounting solutions, such as the Bubblebee Industries Invisible Lavalier Microphone Covers, BH #BUBBIILC30. or the Remote Audio Foamies Foam Mounts for Lavalier Microphones (Set of 12, White), BH #REUFOAMIEWH. These products will protect the mic, and when properly placed on the talent, can provide the best sound, minus the clothing rubbing.