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7 December 2025

DPA 4488 CORE+ MICROPHONE Headset, directional, adjustable boom, black (specify termination)

Stock code
74-1061
Brand
DPA (DPA Microphones)
Model number
  • 4488 CORE+
  • 4488-DP-R-B03
  • 4488-DP-R-B10
  • 4488-DP-R-B34
Colour
  • BlackBlack
DPA 4488 CORE+ MICROPHONE Headset, directional, adjustable boom, black (specify termination)

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DPA 4488 CORE+ MICROPHONE Headset, directional, adjustable boom, black (specify termination)

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DPA MICROPHONES - Headworn and Earset

A series of headworn and earset microphones from DPA, designed for presentation, live stage, and theatre use and available in various colours, styles, and pickup patterns.

Ordering Note

Versions are listed with MicroDot or MicroLock termination for use with optional DPA MicroDot/MicroLock adapter, however some items are also listed as fixed type termination versions. These versions do not have a MicroDot/MicroLock termination and are available as fixed 3-pin LEMO (03), TA4F mini-XLR (10), or 3.5mm locking jack with Sennheiser compatibility (34). Please specify the termination required when ordering.

4000 CORE Series

DPA CORE series implements new technology within existing DPA capsules, to provide a more defined sound by minimising distortion and expanding the dynamic range. Although originally designed for use with wireless systems in theatre, television and close-positioned instrument applications, the omnidirectional capsules also use 'hermetic sealing' and a 'nano-coating' to provide an IP rating of 58 - particularly relevant to on-field sports, where moisture from the body or atmosphere are unavoidable.

The acoustic response of the microphone is selected by the choice of two 'protection grids' supplied with each microphone. The short grid gives a 3dB soft boost at 8-20kHz and is intended to be used when the microphone is mounted on the performer's head. The long grid gives a 10dB boost at 12kHz, intended for chest placement. The grids can be detached from the microphone and cleaned of sweat, make-up etc. with alcohol.

The microphones are fitted with cable terminated in a 'MicroDot' connector. A range of adapters for different wireless transmitters and direct cable connection is available. A range of fixing clips (not included) are also available.


4066 CORE Omnidirectional, dual-ear support

Available in black, brown, or beige the 4066 CORE capsule is configured as a headset with dual ear rests. The omnidirectional pre-polarised condenser capsule has a reduced sensitivity compared to the Legacy 4066 capsule, giving increased dynamic range of 111dB typical, and a maximum SPL of 144dB with a nominal sensitivity of 6mV/Pa. The microphone capsule has a diameter of 5.4mm and has a fixed cable of 1.2m in length and 1.6mm in diameter, for a total weight of 14g including MicroDot connector.


4088 CORE Directional, dual-ear support

Available in black, brown, or beige, again in a headset configuration with dual ear rests, this capsule has all the audio and physical properties of the 4066 CORE with the exception of the pickup pattern, which in this case is cardioid.


4166 CORE Omnidirectional, dual-ear/single-ear support

This is available in black, brown, or beige and as headset configurations with either dual or single ear-rests. Both configurations offer boom arm lengths of 110mm, 90mm, or 40mm. The omnidirectional pre-polarised condenser capsule of the 4166 CORE SLIM has the audio properties of the 4066 CORE except that the capsule is of slimline proportions as opposed to the cylindrical properties of the 4066 CORE.


4188 CORE Omnidirectional, dual-ear/single-ear support

This is available in black, brown, or beige and as headset configurations with either dual or single ear-rests. Both configurations offer various boom arm lengths of 120mm or 100mm. The cardioid, directional pre-polarised condenser capsule of the DPA 4188 CORE SLIM has the audio properties of the 4088 CORE. However the capsule is of slimline proportions as opposed to the cylindrical properties of the 4088 CORE.


4266 CORE Omnidirectional, dual-ear/single-ear support

This microphone offers the same audio properties as the 4066 CORE however the boom arm is interchangeable. The 4266 CORE is available in black, beige, or brown, with boom arm lengths of 110mm or 90mm. A headset version with dual ear mount, or ear-set version with a single ear mount is available.


4288 CORE Directional, dual-ear/single-ear support

This microphone offers the same audio properties as the 4088 CORE, however the boom arm is interchangeable. The 4288 CORE is available in black, beige, or brown, with boom arm lengths of 120mm or 100mm. A headset version with dual ear-rests and an ear-set version with single ear rest is available.


4466 CORE Omnidirectional, adjustable dual-ear support

4466 omnidirectional headset microphone combines the audio specifications of the 4066 CORE with the 2-way adjustable boom and dual ear support of the 6066 CORE resulting in a microphone that can be used on various sized heads - useful for touring or hire. 4466 is available in black, brown, or beige, with terminations including MicroDot, 3.5mm locking jack, 3-pin LEMO, and 4-pin mini-XLR.


4488 CORE Directional, adjustable dual-ear support

4488 directional headset microphone combines the audio specifications of the 4088 CORE with the 2-way adjustable boom and 3-point ear clamp of the 6066 CORE resulting in a microphone that can be used on various sized heads - useful for touring or hire. 4488 is available in black, brown, or beige, with terminations including MicroDot, 3.5mm locking jack, 3-pin LEMO, and 4-pin mini-XLR.

4000 CORE+ Series

CORE+ is an advance in DPA microphone design that neutralizes distortion across the entire dynamic range of the microphone, making any residual distortion imperceptible to the naked ear and virtually unmeasurable. Removing these remnants of distortion allows sound engineers to capture audio clarity more easily and efficiently, so they can shape the listening experience for the audience. CORE+ microphones have been designed for use in theatre, film, live and studio conditions and feature either fixed termination or modular termination via DPA's MicroLock adapter.


4066 CORE+ Omnidirectional, headset

Available in black, brown, and beige finishes and standard or small sizes, 4066 CORE+ headset microphone has an pre-polarised omnidirectional capsule and dual-ear supports. This microphone offers clean and transparent sound quality with lots of headroom, and has been designed for use by broadcasters, in theatres, or in lecture halls. The microphone can be terminated with MicroLock connector, compatible with MicroLock adapters; or fixed type termination of TA4F, 3.5mm locking jack, or 3-pin Lemo. The microphone has a frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz, dynamic range of 111dB typical, a maximum SPL of 144dB with a nominal sensitivity of 6mV/Pa, and a THD of 133dB SPL RMS, 136dB peak at less than 0.5%. Weight: 14g. Ordering note: standard size fits 'most adult-sized heads'; small is more suited to children.

4066 CORE+ options
Colour Black Black Brown Brown Beige Beige
Termination MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified
Headset Large 74-1421 74-1425 74-1422 74-1426 74-1423 74-1427
Headset Small 74-1431 74-1435 74-1432 74-1436 74-1433 74-1437

Note: "Specified" denotes termination to TA4F, 3-pin Lemo, or 3.5mm jack connector.


4088 CORE+ Directional, headset

Available in black, brown, or beige finish, 4088 CORE+ headworn microphone has an directional, cardioid capsule and dual-ear supports. This microphone offers provides excellent off-axis rejection in high-SPL situations. The microphone can be terminated with MicroLock connector, compatible with MicroLock adapters; or fixed type termination of TA4F, 3.5mm locking jack, or 3-pin Lemo. 4088 CORE+ has a frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz, dynamic range of 116dB typical, a maximum SPL of 147dB with a nominal sensitivity of 6mV/Pa, and a THD of 137dB SPL RMS, 140dB peak at less than 0.5%. Weight: 14g. Ordering note: standard size fits 'most adult-sized heads'; small is more suited to children.

4088 CORE+ options
Colour Black Black Brown Brown Beige Beige
Termination MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified
Headset Large 74-1000 74-1001 74-1002 74-1003 74-1004 74-1005
Headset Small 74-1006 74-1007 74-1008 74-1009 74-1010 74-1011


Note: "Specified" denotes termination to TA4F, 3-pin Lemo, or 3.5mm jack connector.


4166 CORE+ Omnidirectional, headset/earset

This microphone is available in black, brown, or beige and as headset configurations with either dual or single ear-rests. Both configurations offer boom arm lengths of 110mm, 90mm, or 40mm. The omnidirectional pre-polarised condenser capsule of the 4166 CORE+ has the audio properties of the 4066 CORE+ except that the capsule is of slimline proportions as opposed to the cylindrical properties of the 4066 CORE+.

4166 CORE+ options
Colour Black Black Brown Brown Beige Beige
Termination MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified
Headset 110mm 74-1020 74-1021 74-1022 74-1023 74-1024 74-1025
Headset 90mm 74-1026 74-1027
Earset 110mm 74-1120 74-1121 74-1122 74-1123 74-1124 74-1125
Earset 90mm 74-1126 74-1128 74-1129  

Note: "Specified" denotes termination to TA4F, 3-pin Lemo, or 3.5mm jack connector.


4188 CORE+ Directional, headset/earset

This directional headworn microphone is available in black, brown, or beige and as headset configurations with either dual or single ear-rests. Both configurations offer various boom arm lengths of 120mm or 100mm. The cardioid, directional pre-polarised condenser capsule of the DPA 4188 CORE+ has the audio properties of the 4088 CORE+, however the capsule is of slimline proportions as opposed to the cylindrical properties of the 4088 CORE+.

4188 CORE+ options
Colour Black Black Brown Brown Beige Beige
Termination MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified
Headset 120mm 74-1030 74-1031 74-1032 74-1033 74-1034 74-1035
Headset 100mm 74-1036 74-1038 74-1040 74-1041
Earset 120mm 74-1130 74-1131 74-1132 74-1133 74-1134 74-1135
Earset 100mm 74-1136 74-1138 74-1140  

Note: "Specified" denotes termination to TA4F, 3-pin Lemo, or 3.5mm jack connector.


4266 CORE+ Omnidirectional, headset/earset

This microphone offers the same audio properties as the 4066 CORE+ however the boom arm is interchangeable. 4266 CORE+ is available in black, beige, or brown, with boom arm lengths of 110mm or 90mm. A headset version with dual ear mount, or ear-set version with a single ear mount is available.

4266 CORE+ options
Colour Black Black Brown Brown Beige Beige
Termination MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified
Headset 110mm 74-1840 74-1843 74-1844 74-1841 74-1845 74-1842
Headset 90mm 74-1846 74-1849 74-1847 74-1850 74-1848 74-1851
Earset 110mm 74-1863 74-1860 74-1864 74-1861 74-1865 74-1862
Earset 90mm 74-1866 74-1869 74-1870 74-1867 74-1868 74-1871

Note: "Specified" denotes termination to TA4F, 3-pin Lemo, or 3.5mm jack connector.


4288 CORE+ Directional, headset/earset

This microphone offers the same audio properties as the 4088 CORE+ however the boom arm is interchangeable. 4288 CORE+ is available in black, beige, or brown, with boom arm lengths of 120mm or 100mm. Both headset and earset versions are available.

4288 CORE+ options
Colour Black Black Brown Brown Beige Beige
Termination MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified
Headset 120mm 74-1042 74-1043 74-1044 74-1045 74-1046 74-1047
Headset 100mm 74-1048 74-1049 74-1050 74-1051 74-1052 74-1053
Earset 120mm 74-1142 74-1143 74-1144 74-1145 74-1146 74-1147
Earset 100mm 74-1148 74-1150      

Note: "Specified" denotes termination to TA4F, 3-pin Lemo, or 3.5mm jack connector.


4466 CORE+ Omnidirectional, headset, adjustable support

4466 CORE+ omnidirectional headset microphone combines the audio specifications of the 4066 CORE+ with the 2-way adjustable boom and dual ear support, resulting in a microphone that can be used on various sized heads - useful for touring or hire. 4466 CORE+ is available in black, brown, or beige, with terminations including MicroLock, 3.5mm locking jack, 3-pin LEMO, and 4-pin mini-XLR.

4466 CORE+ options
Colour Black Black Brown Brown Beige Beige
Termination MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified
Headset 74-1462 74-1464 74-1462 74-1465 74-1463 74-1466

Note: "Specified" denotes termination to TA4F, 3-pin Lemo, or 3.5mm jack connector.


4488 CORE+ Directional, headset

4488 CORE+ is a directional headset microphone combines the audio specifications of the 4088 CORE+ with the 2-way adjustable boom and 3-point ear clamp of the 6066 CORE resulting in a microphone that can be used on various sized heads - useful for touring or hire. 4488 CORE+ is available in black, brown, or beige, with terminations including MicroLock, 3.5mm locking jack, 3-pin LEMO, and 4-pin mini-XLR.

4488 CORE+ options
Colour Black Black Brown Brown Beige Beige
Termination MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified MicroLock Specified
Headset 74-1060 74-1061 74-1062 74-1063 74-1064 74-1065

Note: "Specified" denotes termination to TA4F, 3-pin Lemo, or 3.5mm jack connector.

6000 CORE Series

DPA’s CORE 6000 series headworn microphones feature their ‘smallest ever’ microphone capsule. Designed for use in pro audio markets such as broadcast, theatre and film, the 6000 series sub-miniature microphones are 3mm in diameter, ‘two millimetres smaller than the DPA’s existing 4000 series’ microphones.

The CORE technology used in the capsules provides a more defined sound by minimising distortion and expanding the dynamic range. Although originally designed for use with wireless systems in theatre, television and close-positioned instrument applications, the omnidirectional capsules also use ‘hermetic sealing’ and a ‘nano coating’ to provide an IP rating of 58 – making the microphones applicable to on field sports where moisture from the body or atmosphere are unavoidable.


6066 CORE Omnidirectional, dual-ear support

Available in black, beige, or brown the 6066 CORE has a dual-ear design with ‘3-point gripping system’ which utilises support on the ear, behind the ear, and under the ear, ‘gently pressing inward’ to sit more securely around the ear as well as making more ergonomic and comfortable for longer periods of use. The boom are is 130mm in length and can be adjusted in length as well as pivoted up and down to ensure best positioning. The omnidirectional pre-polarised condenser capsule of the DPA 6066 CORE has a dynamic range of 102dB typical, and a maximum SPL of 144dB with a nominal sensitivity of 6mV/Pa. The mic capsule has a diameter of 3mm and has a fixed cable of 1.3m, giving for a total weight of 11g including connector.

6066 CORE options
Colour Black Brown Beige
MicroLock 74-2151 74-2153 74-2152
MicroDot 74-2051 74-2053 74-2052
Specified 74-2055 74-2054 74-2056

Note: "Specified" denotes termination to TA4F, 3-pin Lemo, or 3.5mm jack connector.

Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz; 40Hz-20kHz, +/-2dB (with softboost at 8-20kHz). Equivalent noise level: 26dB typical, A-weighted. Signal to noise ratio: 68dB typical, A-weighted.

Adapters and Accessories

DPA manufacture a range of MicroLock adapters, spare parts, cables, windscreens, and accessories for the headworn microphones listed;

See DPA MICROPHONES - Microphone Parts and Spares
See DPA MICROPHONES - Adapters and Cables
See DPA MICROPHONES - Windscreens and Foams