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Countryman EMW Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone with Peak Frequency Response for AKG Transmitters (Switchcraft TA3F Connector, Cocoa)

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Countryman EMW Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone with Peak Frequency Response for AKG Transmitters (Switchcraft TA3F Connector, Cocoa)
Key Features
  • Peak Frequency Response
  • Switchcraft TA3F Connector
  • Moisture-Resistant Capsule
  • Low Handling Noise
The Countryman EMW Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone is designed to reproduce vocals, musical instruments, and ambient audio sources with pristine detail and minimal handling noise. The capsule is highly resistant to moisture, making it a suitable solution for outdoor use, placement against skin, etc.
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Color
Beige
Black
Cocoa
White
Connector Type
1-Pin LEMO (S1)
1/8" (3.5mm) Locking (AG)
1/8" (3.5mm) Locking (NL)
1/8" (3.5mm) Locking (S4)
1/8" (3.5mm) Locking (SN)
1/8" (3.5mm) Locking (SR)
1/8" (3.5mm) Mini (ZP)
2.5mm Sub-Mini (AS)
2.5mm Sub-Mini (SX)
2.5mm Waterproof (LW)
3-Pin LEMO (S3)
4-Pin Hirose (AN)
4-Pin Hirose (AT)
4-Pin LEMO (TL)
4-Pin Twist Lock (SO)
4-Pin Twist-Lock (SY)
4-Pin Twist-lock (SY)
4-pin Hirose (AN)
4-pin LEMO (TL)
4-pin Twist Lock (SO)
6-Pin Hirose (SX)
6-Pin LEMO (AL)
Microdot (SE)
Pigtail (Unterminated) (NC)
Switchcraft 851 (L2)
Switchcraft TA3-Female (AK)
Switchcraft TA3-Female (SV)
Switchcraft TA4-Female (ET)
Switchcraft TA4-Female (EV)
Switchcraft TA4-Female (SL)
TA4-Female (ET)
TA4-Female (EV)
TA4-Female (SL)
TA4-Female (SL),
TA5-Female (AW)
TA5-Female (LS)
TA5-Female (SL)
Compatible With
AKG
Audio Limited
Audio-Technica
Azden
Electro-Voice
Lectrosonics
Nady
No Connector
Samson
Senal
Sennheiser
Shure
Sony
Telex
Variable Not Applicable
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Countryman EMW Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2Peaked Frequency Response
  • 3Unobtrusive Miniature Design
  • 4Kevlar Cable
  • 5Omnidirectional Polar Pattern
  • 6Moisture Resistant

The Countryman EMW Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone is designed to reproduce vocals, musical instruments, and ambient audio sources with pristine detail and minimal handling noise. The capsule is highly resistant to moisture, making it a suitable solution for outdoor use, placement against skin, etc.

Clear audio reproduction with low rubbing and handling noise is a result of the EMW's omnidirectional polar pattern. The peaked frequency response is well suited for compensating for high frequencies that are lost when mounted underneath clothing.

A wide variety of colors and connections are available for use with various wireless transmitters. This version is cocoa and features a Switchcraft TA3F connector for use with AKG wireless transmitters.

Peaked Frequency Response
The EMW is available in three frequency response types and this version features a peaked frequency response that compensates for high frequencies lost when mounted underneath clothing and fabric.
Unobtrusive Miniature Design
The square EMW lavalier is available in various colors that virtually render the entire microphone invisible against the skin,
Kevlar Cable
The attached cable is made of durable, break-resistant Kevlar for rigorous use without shorts and wear.
Omnidirectional Polar Pattern
The EMW is credited with providing pristine audio with minimal handling and rubbing noise, due to its omnidirectional polar pattern.
Moisture Resistant
This square, moisture-resistant capsule is ideal for use in humid conditions, on skin, outdoors, etc.

Countryman EMW Specs

Key Specs
Form Factor
Lavalier
Compatible Transmitters
AKG: DPT800, DPT700, PT2000, PT40, PT400, PT4000, PT45, PT450, PT4500, PT470, PT60, PT61, PT80, PT81
Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional
Frequency Range
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
130 dB SPL RMS
Output Connector
1 x TA3F/Mini XLR 3-Pin Female
Compatible Transmitters
AKG: DPT800, DPT700, PT2000, PT40, PT400, PT4000, PT45, PT450, PT4500, PT470, PT60, PT61, PT80, PT81
Sound Field
Mono
Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional
Windscreen
Foam (Included)
Frequency Range
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
130 dB SPL RMS
Sensitivity
-40 dB
Output Connector
1 x TA3F/Mini XLR 3-Pin Female
Cable Length
5.0' / 1.52 m
Operating Voltage
6 to 50 V
Included Mounting & Placement Accessories
Lapel Pin/Dracula Mount, Tie Tac Clip
Mounting Thread Size
Included Mount Has No Threading
Environmental Protection
Advertised as (Moisture Resistant, Sweat Resistant, Makeup Resistant)
*Test Methodology Not Supplied
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10 x 10 x 2"

Countryman EMW Reviews

Great upgrade to the mics in our wireless rigs. Worth it.

By David
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-08-29

The included kit mic in our Sony systems is good. This Countryman makes the system great. The mic itself is incredibly small. Comes with a well designed carrying case with many accessories. Countryman customer service is above average as well. (One of the mic clips was missing from our kit and they sent a replacement immediately after verifying our purchase from B&H.) Definitely worth the money.

love these

By Samuel
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-11-11

3rd one I own, plus have used same mic for tv and doc work

Wonderful mike

By Anonymous
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2020-09-04

I have been using Countryman Mike's for over 20 years. This mike replaces the old one...it's small and blend with with clothes. Excellent company

Excellent quality

By Chris
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-06-18

I love this lav mic - the sound is excellent, it has a very small footprint, and the included clips works perfectly. Having used it both for webinars and live talks over large sound systems I can speak to the fact that the sound is full and rich. When I present on a webinar I roll a little off at about 200Hz and it sounds fantastic. Great microphone! Great price!

Quality and sound

By Jason
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-06-01

Works great, like all their stuff.

Great option for our webcasting

By Jason
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-03-25

Needed a lav backup XLR into a USB audio interface. Perfect set up for us.

COUNTRYMAN CUSTOMER FOR YEARS!

By Mark
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-05-06

I've always loved the Countryman EMW lav mics. They have a great response, and reject a lot of the rustling clothing sounds used with the Rycote Undercover systems. I've used these mics in the field for years shooting outdoor television programs (some of the top in the nation). I will say that they get very rough treatment in the field, and tend to hold up well. However, once in a while a mic will go bad due to the mic cable having problems at the 1/8 connector, but as rough as they're treated in some situations, that's entirely understandable. I like that they are mostly weather proof, that's a big thing with me. I've shot in many saltwater and freshwater environments, and have never had a mic fail due to moisture/water. I give these mics a 2 thumbs up.

The best lavalier mic I've ever used or heard.

By Lamont
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-03-14

Perfect for filmmaking, interviews, vlogging or whatever. I've used a lot of mics of all kinds over the years as a recording engineer, producer and filmmaker and in my opinion Countryman makes the best lav mics on the market.

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