Zoom SSH-6E Stereo Shotgun MicMore than Stereo The SSH 6e is a mid side shotgun microphone which captures direct sound and ambience in fine detail. With precise control over the stereo image, you can record hyper directional audio and mix in only the environmental sounds you want. Midside Arrangement Mid side is an advanced technique that allows you to adjust the stereo width of your recording. The Mid mic picks up direct sound and the side mic picks up a super wide stereo image.