The cocoa Countryman H6 Omnidirectional Headset with Detachable Cablefrom Countryman H6 Omnidirectional Headset with Detachable Cableis a low-profile headset microphone that combines the transparent sounding E6 Earset with a comfortable, lightweight, and adjustable headframe. Weighing less than one-tenth ounce, it can be used as a water- and wind-resistant mic for capturing audio in houses of worship, theater, and outdoor vocal and speech applications.

The low-profile, omnidirectional H6 Headset virtually disappears against the skin, so performers forget they're wearing a mic. Three sensitivity options cover general speaking to extremely powerful vocals, and four color options allow you to match the H6 to your skin tone for minimum visibility. The H6 features a sealed connector with moisture resistance, a slim cable, and protective caps (+0, +4, and +8 dB) to adjust the frequency response. It is also available as a directional microphone with cardioid and hypercardioid caps.

This omnidirectional H6 Headset's cable terminates to a 3.5mm locking connector for direct connection to a Senal AWS-2000 wireless bodypack transmitter.

For Vocals and General Speaking    Detachable Cable    3.5mm Locking (S4), See Overview    20 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response    Headroom for Strong Vocals    Includes 3 Capsule Protection Grids    Windscreen    Black & White Cable Clips    Carrying Case

The H6 Headset detaches from the cable with a rugged, tightly sealed snap connection.

Stainless-steel tubing and wire provide maximal durability in a sleek design.

Both earloops slide in and out to achieve a comfortable and secure fit on the head.

The boom slides independently of the earloops to place the mic right at the mouth.

The tiny 0.1" diameter capsule virtually disappears when worn and delivers natural audio quality. The directional version provides warmth and extreme isolation, while the omni version has a natural response with a minimum of wind or handling noise.

An H6 snap-on 1.2mm diameter replacement cable installs in seconds. It provides a tight seal against moisture, is rugged, and available for almost any wireless transmitter or for XLR inputs with phantom power.

For general speaking.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. how long is the cable?

A: The cable is five feet long.

Q: 2. The link to the Manual is a duplicate of the quick start guide. Where is the description of sensitivity bands - W5,6,7?

A: The Countryman H6 Omnnidirectional Headset Microphone has three sensitivity options. The W5 band is for general speaking, the W6 band is for loud speaking and vocals, and the W7 band is for powerful vocals, such as opera. Here are detailed specifications for the sensitivity level, equivalent acoustic noise level, and overload sound level for the Countryman H6 Omnidirectional Headset Microphone listed for each band: Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz Sensitivity: W5: 7.0 mV/Pa W6: 2.0 mV/Pa W7: 0.7 mV/Pa Equivalent Acoustic Noise: W5: 24 dBA W6: 29 dBA W7: 39 dBA Overload Sound Level (1% THD): W5: 120 dBA W6: 130 dBA W7: 140 dBA

Q: 3. Can the hypercardioid version of this mic be connected directly to a 3.5mm TRS connection? It'll be recorded through a USB audio adapter straight to a computer.

A: This microphone is designed for use with a wireless transmitter and requires 15V to operate, a comuter will NOT provide this voltage. Power Requirements 15 V at the microphone under load 4 mA total current drain Models are available for Phantom power and most wireless transmitters

Q: 4. What is the maximum distance from ear lobe to ear lobe?

A: I dont think there is a single answer to that question. Everyone has a different size head and different size ear lobes. So I dont think there is a single maximum distance from lobe to lobe.

Q: 5. Band colors for countryman headset?

A: Countryman designates the sensitivities of the mics in 2 ways, a letter/number combination, and associated band color. They are as follows, W5 = no colored band is for general speaking. W6 = blue band is for very loud speaking, or vocal performance, and W7 = purple band with headroom for the most powerful vocal performance.

Q: 6. Does this require phantom power?

A: The cable doesn't. But the mic it's attached to does.

Q: 7. just to be sure. this is for shure transmitter like slx body packs? thanks

A: Yes

Q: 8. Can I take of wind screen?

A: Yes

Q: 9. im using this headset with a Clear Com AB-120 broadcast box and am having issues getting it to function correctly. when i press the talk button the microphone immediately works but only for a couple seconds and with deteriorating levels over those 2 seconds. like the plates charge and then discharge but thats it. Any thoughts on this would be a great help? Thank You.

A: I strongly suggest contacting Sennheiser and Clear Com for wiring schematics (if available) so you can troubleshoot your connections.

Q: 10. How is this mic powered? Is it an electret condenser?

A: The Shure DH5 DuraPlex Omnidirectional Headset Microphone is a condenser microphone that operates using plug-in power of 5V supplied from the mic input on a wireless bodypack transmitter.