The black Countryman E2 Unidirectional Earset Microphone TA4F Blackfrom Countryman E2 Unidirectional Earset Microphone TA4F Blackis an over-the-ear earset, similar to a classic E6 earset, but with a shorter boom designed to work with selected Shure wireless microphone systems. It provides suitable isolation at the mouth, but with less visibility than an E6 omni earset, and can be used to capture audio for general speaking and vocal applications.

With an equalizing circuit built into the audio connector, the frequency response is tuned so you can experience full-bodied bass and precise highs that are warm and natural. The element, boom, and sub-miniature connector are all easily hidden on the user's face. The boom position near the ear helps to eliminate breath pops and vocal plosives on the mic. The detachable cable terminates to a TA4F connector for direct connection to Shure MXW1 Series bodypack transmitters (sold separately).

For Shure MXW1 Wireless Transmitters    20 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response    For General Speaking and Vocals    Fits over the Ear    Includes Carrying Case    Black and White Cable Clips    Windscreen and Protective Cap

The E2 Earset redefines pure sound in a virtually invisible package. It offers better ease of use than a lavalier or podium microphone.

There are two aspects of the E2 design that make it possible to capture sound so far away from the mouth: strong off-axis rejection and precisely tuned frequency response. For on-axis interference, the frequency response tuning in the connector of the E2 allows you to fully capitalize on the proximity boosting effect of the mic to achieve even stronger isolation in the voice band.

Like the connector for the industry-standard E6, the connector for the E2 is built tougher and more water resistant than previous models.

Standard gain, for speaking and vocals.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this hand strap work on my 1DX Mark II?Thanks!

A: Yes. I is a bit expensive, but it is worthed. I had previously tried a generic version and the quality was pretty bad. Ended getting this one, which will work on any Canon full frame camera and many other brands and models too.

Q: 2. If the tripod socket adapter is screwed into the bottom of the camera, can you then screw a manfrotto plate into that adapter?

A: Yes a Manfrotto plate can be screwed on the bottom of the Canon Hand Strap E2 (Black).

Q: 3. Does this have the ability to be used on an R5/BGR-10 combo WITHOUT using the tripod socket?

A: As the Canon BG-R10 Battery Grip has a strap lug on the bottom of the battery grip, yes, you may connect the Canon Hand Strap E2 to the Canon BG-R10 Battery Grip without using the tripod socket on the bottom of the battery grip.

Q: 4. how would this compare to MKE 600 or AT875R ?

A: In terms of specifications, the three mics do have differences in the way they perform, how they are powered, as well as in their physical size and features. The Panasonic AG-MC200G Unidirectional Microphone is 6.38" (162 mm) long and has a frequency response range of 160 Hz to 20 Hz, a maximum sound pressure level of 127 dB, a sensitivity level of -40 dB at 1 kHz, a signal-to-noise ratio of 69 dB, and operates using phantom power. The Audio-Technica AT875R Short Shotgun Microphone is 6.89" (175 mm) long and has a frequency response range of 90 Hz to 20 kHz, a maximum sound pressure level of 127 dB, a sensitivity level of -30 dB at 1 kHz, a signal-to-noise ratio of 74 dB, and operates using phantom power. The Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Microphone is a longer mic that can operate using either phantom power or a single AA battery and it has a selectable low-cut filter at 100 Hz to roll off low-frequency noise from common sources such as air conditioners and traffic. The MKE 600 is 10.08" (256 mm) long and it has a frequency response range of 40 Hz to 20 kHz, a maximum sound pressure level of 132 dB when using phantom power and 126 dB when using battery, a sensitivity level of 21 mV/Pa with phantom power and 19 mV/Pa with battery power, and a signal-to-noise ratio of 79 dB with phantom power and 78 dB with battery power. The frequency response range is the output range for the audio that the mic is able to reproduce and the maximum sound pressure level is the level of the loudest sounds that the mic can reproduce. The sensitivity rating is the amount of output gain for the input (a higher negative number indicates that the mic is less sensitive than a mic with a lower negative number), and the signal-to-noise ratio is the level of the desired sound compared to the unwanted noise (a higher number indicates a stronger audio signal with less noise).

Q: 5. Will this work with the new EOS R1?

A: The Canon Hand Strap E2 (Black) can be used with the EOS R1.

Q: 6. which cable length?

A: The cable length is less than 12 . Just enough for mounting on camera.

Q: 7. is this the recommended strap for the Canon 1 DX camera?

A: I used it on a 1D Mark III for years all good

Q: 8. Can this be used with a tripod?

A: I tried it with my Slik Af-2100

Q: 9. How is this microphone powered? I'm thinking of a microphone that I can connect to a hand-held digital recorder so that I can capture the comments from a guide in the front of a bus when I'm sitting farther back in the bus in Israel during a two week trip, and I don't think that my recorder does 48 volts.

A: The AG-MC200G uses +48V phantom power and feature a standard XLR output. It cannot work with a device that does not supply + 48V phantom power.

Q: 10. Will this work with a Nikon Camera?

A: Yes it will work it will be a little funky with the triangle attachments for the straps