Gooseneck, hanging and headworn microphones
Countryman E6 Omnidirectional: Full Specifications
Quick answer
The Countryman E6 Omnidirectional Earset with 2 mm Cable for Shure (TA4F), Tan sits in the under $500 budget band. Published figures: microphone type Condenser earset, polar pattern Omnidirectional, needs phantom power No. It suits speakers who move their heads a lot, in rooms without heavy stage volume.
The same nearly invisible E6 earset in its omnidirectional version, wired for Shure TA4F bodypacks. Omni is more forgiving of placement but less feedback-resistant than the directional model, which is sold out on Amazon.
Every figure below is the manufacturer's own published specification, taken from the product listing and the data sheet. Where a figure is not published it is left out rather than estimated. Price is the listed price when this page was last compiled and it changes often.
Countryman E6 Omnidirectional specifications
The Countryman E6 Omnidirectional publishes microphone type Condenser earset, polar pattern Omnidirectional, needs phantom power No, in the under $500 budget band.
| Specification | Published figure |
|---|---|
| Microphone type | Condenser earset |
| Polar pattern | Omnidirectional |
| Needs phantom power | No |
| Connector | TA4F |
What this model suits in a church
Best for: Speakers who move their heads a lot, in rooms without heavy stage volume.
Category: gooseneck, hanging and headworn microphones. Tier on this site: Expert, which on ChurchSoundCalc means the performance ceiling, for a large room or a multi-campus standard, and more than most churches need.
The closest alternatives at a similar price
Same category, nearest price. An alternative with no stated reason is filler, so each of these is here because it trades something specific against the model above.
Shure MX418/C Cardioid Condenser Gooseneck Microphone
Under $500 Specs and sizingAn 18 inch gooseneck with the preamp in the base and a proper shock mount, so page turns and lectern knocks do not arrive in the house.
Best for: A fixed pulpit or lectern, in a room where the preacher stays put
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Shure MX412/S Supercardioid Condenser Microphone, 12" Gooseneck with Attached XLR Preamp, Shock & Flange Mount, Snap-Fit Foam Windscreen
Under $500 Specs and sizingThe 12 inch supercardioid version, which is less visually intrusive and rejects more of the room. The short gooseneck means the speaker must stay closer.
Best for: A lectern in a live room where the longer gooseneck feeds back
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Shure MX202 Overhead Microphone - Black, Cardioid Condenser Mic with 3 Pin XLR Connector, Preamp Included (MX202B/C)
Under $500A hanging overhead condenser for choir. Hung correctly it covers a wide section of risers; the whole art is height and angle, not the microphone.
Best for: Choir and ensemble, hung from the ceiling or a truss
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Audio-Technica U857QL Cardioid Condenser Quick-Mount Gooseneck Microphone
Under $250A quick-mount gooseneck that unplugs from its base, so the microphone can be locked away between services without unbolting anything.
Best for: A shared or unsupervised lectern
Check price on AmazonSide by side
| Model | Budget | Microphone type | Polar pattern | Needs phantom power | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Countryman E6 Omnidirectional Earset with 2 mm Cable for Shure (TA4F), Tan | Under $500 | Condenser earset | Omnidirectional | No | - |
| Shure MX418/C Cardioid Condenser Gooseneck Microphone | Under $500 | Condenser | Cardioid | Yes | 18 in |
| Shure MX412/S Supercardioid Condenser Microphone, 12" Gooseneck with Attached XLR Preamp, Shock & Flange Mount, Snap-Fit Foam Windscreen | Under $500 | Condenser | Supercardioid | Yes | 12 in |
| Shure MX202 Overhead Microphone - Black, Cardioid Condenser Mic with 3 Pin XLR Connector, Preamp Included (MX202B/C) | Under $500 | Condenser | Cardioid | Yes | - |
How we chose
We did not test these products in person and we never claim to. Picks are researched from manufacturer specification sheets and operator manuals, FCC rules where spectrum is involved, published standards, warranty terms, and the recurring themes in verified owner reviews. Every pick is matched to a real room size, seat count or input list rather than to a price bracket, and it is placed in the tier where its capability actually belongs. Where a product is wrong for most churches we say so on the page.
Sources
- Countryman published specifications for the E6 Omnidirectional
- Amazon product listing features and current pricing
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Countryman E6 Omnidirectional cost?
It sat in the under $500 budget band when this page was last compiled. Pro audio and video pricing moves frequently and promotional pricing is common, so treat the band as a planning figure and confirm the current price on Amazon before a committee votes on a budget.
Is the Countryman E6 Omnidirectional right for our church?
Speakers who move their heads a lot, in rooms without heavy stage volume. Beyond that, the honest test is whether its numbers match your room rather than whether it is a good product in the abstract. Work out what your room actually needs first, then check this model against that answer.
Where do these specifications come from?
The manufacturer’s published figures, taken from the product listing and data sheet. We do not test products in person and we never claim to, so nothing here is a measured result. Where a specification is not published by the manufacturer it is omitted rather than estimated.
Researched, not professional advice. This page is compiled from published manufacturer specifications, operator manuals, FCC rules, published standards and owner-review consensus, not hands-on testing. Sound system design, rigging loudspeakers overhead, and any electrical work are jobs for a qualified professional: have flown loudspeakers and their attachment points signed off by a structural engineer or a certified rigger, and have all wiring done by a licensed electrician to your local code. Wireless microphone rules change, so confirm the current FCC position before buying. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
