A series of instrument microphones from DPA microphones, designed to cater for the majority of instruments including strings, brass, woodwind, guitar, and percussion - whether recording or on concert stage.
4055 - Kick drum microphone
This pre-polarized condenser microphone has been designed to offer better clarity and definition of sound with a narrower tolerance than the more commonly available dynamic kick drum microphones. DPA has implemented an open-cardioid polar pattern (between cardioid and wide-cardioid), and tested within loud environments of over 130dB to ensure feedback is a minimum. A flat frequency response has been designed to allows the sound engineer to tailor the sound with EQ, whether for jazz, rock, metal or pop.
The design of the 4055 mic is asymmetrical to aid positioning inside the kick drum, inserting via the sound hole. The included UA0961 microphone holder locks onto the shaft of the microphone for security in a wider range of positions.
Polar pattern: Open Cardioid. Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz. Effective frequency range: 40Hz-18kHz, with 6dB soft boost at 10kHz, +/-2dB, at 20cm. Sensitivity: 2mV/Pa, -54dB re 1V/Pa, +/-2dB, at 1kHz. Equivalent noise level: 27dBA, A-weighted. Distortion: 156dB SPL RMS; 159dB SPL peak, less than 1%. Maximum SPL: 164dB SPL, at 10% THD. Dimensions (Diam x L): 57 x 132mm. Capsule diameter: 17mm. Weight: 241g
4099 CORE+ - Instrument microphones
4099 CORE+ series instrument microphones from DPA build on the quality of 4099 CORE microphones, and follows the same line up of versions - covering instruments such as drum, saxophone, piano, accordion, and guitar. In comparison to 4099 CORE, 4099 CORE+ has a 10dB wider dynamic range (118dB range in comparison with 108dB of 4099 CORE) with 3dB higher clipping point. This allows more performance whether employing live or in the recording studio. Other improved features include updated isolation shock mount, re-engineered gooseneck mount that employs single handed operation and adjustment, and upgraded clip design. A flocking has been added to the foam wind protection and matt Nextel® finish has been given to the gooseneck - both to give a less reflective finish. IP58 certified 4099 CORE+ microphones are terminated with MicroLock connectors.
Instrument specific kits are available, each with one of a range of mounting clips, to suit a wide range of instruments from double bass to brass.
An integrated 140mm gooseneck allows the user to position close to and in the direction of the sound source - with the optimal placement distance being 20cm from sound source. The directional super-cardioid pickup pattern ensures surrounding environmental noise is reduced. The pre-polarised condenser has a frequency range 20Hz to 20kHz, and a frequency response of 80Hz to 17kHz at +/-2dB, with a 2dB soft boost at 10-12kHz.
Distortion: 135dB SPL RMS, <0.5%; 138dB SPL RMS. Maximum SPL: 145dB SPL peak, 10% THD. Sensitivity: 6mV/Pa, -44dB, Loud SPL versions. Noise: 23dB(A), Loud SPL versions. Dimensions: 50 x 5.7 (length x diameter) mm, excluding gooseneck. Weight: 18g, Loud SPL version excluding mount.
Kit contents
DPA Classic Touring Kit is a complete set of 4099 CORE+ microphones that have been 'optimised for classic acoustic instruments'. The kit is available with or without Peli case, and with either 4x or 10x 4099 CORE+ microphones that can be used to close-mike most instruments, along with a variety of mounting clamps to suit those instruments.
Kit contents
DPA Rock Touring Kit has been designed 'for live rock band performances'. Currently available in (non-plus) 4099 CORE+ variant, the kit has versions with or without Peli case, and with either 4x or 10x microphones that can be used to close-mike extremely loud instruments including drums, brass, and guitar cabs, along with a variety of mounting clamps to suit those instruments.
Kit contents
DPK4099 - Piano Microphone Kit
This kit is formally known as 4099-DP-1-101-P (4099 CORE+) and is a dedicated stereo miking solution for grand and upright pianos. The kit is built around a selected stereo pair of 4099 CORE+ Loud SPL, supercardioid instrument microphones along with versatile magnet mounts, for use directly on a piano.
Kit contents
2x 4099-DP-1 microphones, 2x CM1618B90 cables, 2x DAD9001 MicroLock adapters, and 2x P-CLIP magnetic mounts.
Discontinued
A selection of DPA mics for the drum kit, designed specifically to put the sound engineer in control of the sound.
Kit contents
1x 2012 cardioid microphone, 2x 2015 wide cardioid microphones (1x ST2015 stereo pair), 1x 4055 kick drum microphone, 3x 4099 Core extreme SPL instrument microphones, 3x CM2218B00 MicroDot cables, 3x DC4099 drum microphone clips, 3x DAD6001 MicroDot to 3-pin XLR adapters, and transport case.
Adaptors and Accessories
A range of MicroDot adapters are available to allow the connection between microphone and wireless transmitter, or a standard 48V phantom powered XLR. See DPA MICROPHONES - Adapters and Cables. DPA accessories, including mounts, makeup covers, foam windshields, and clips are also available. See DPA MICROPHONES - Clips and Mounts