Countryman H6 Cardioid Directional Protective Cap | Black

The Countryman H6 Directional Protective Cap is a required accessory for H6 headset microphone users in live performance, broadcast, theatre, and house of worship environments. Countryman specifies that the H6 should always be worn with a protective cap in place. Without it, sweat, makeup, and other contaminants can penetrate the capsule and degrade audio quality or cause premature failure.

Beyond physical protection, the cap actively shapes the microphone's directional pickup pattern. The cardioid configuration in this family focuses pickup on the intended source while reducing bleed from monitors, crowd noise, and adjacent performers. This makes these caps particularly well suited for high-SPL stages, densely mic'd theatrical productions, and broadcast applications where isolation is critical. The four available color options allow integrators and production managers to select a finish that blends with the performer's skin tone or costume, keeping the microphone discreet under lighting and on camera.

For production teams managing a fleet of H6 headsets, keeping a supply of matched protective caps on hand is standard practice. The caps are small, lightweight, and purpose-built for the H6 platform, ensuring the microphone continues to meet the performance specifications it was specified for. Choosing the correct color variant eliminates the need for additional concealment tape or makeup coverage on the mic body.