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6 October 2024

DPA 4091 MICROPHONE Condenser, omnidirectional, MicroDot output, loud SPL

Stock code
74-1639
Brand
DPA (DPA Microphones)
Model number
  • 4091
DPA 4091 MICROPHONE Condenser, omnidirectional, MicroDot output, loud SPL
DPA 4091 MICROPHONE Condenser, omnidirectional, MicroDot output, loud SPL

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DPA MICROPHONES - Pencil

DPA pencil microphones, formally known as the d:dicate series, have been designed for and are often used in high-end recording, and film environments however they are becoming more popular in live sound applications in studios, concert halls and sports broadcasting.

2000 Series


2006 Pencil Microphone - Omnidirectional

DPA 2006 is a twin diaphragm, omnidirectional capsule that allows a ‘distinctive, well-balanced sound’. The opposite facing capsules are placed into a double-diaphragm, single capsule design to lower the amount of inherent noise. The microphone has a frequency response of 20Hz – 20kHz, (50Hz – 20kHz effective frequency range with a 3dB soft boos at 14kHz) and a dynamic range of 114dB.

Variants

2006A includes the MMP-A standard transformerless preamp with a push switch on the XLR connector to give 20dB attenuation. Maximum SPL: 146dB. Length: 164mm. Weight: 160g
2006C includes the MMP-C compact preamp. Maximum SPL: 139dB Length 58mm. Weight: 60g

Stereo Kits

ST2006A kit contains a stereo matched pair of 2006A microphones, with foams and clips, along with a Peli case.
ST2006C kit contains a stereo matched pair of 2006C microphones, with foams and clips, along with a Peli case.


2011 Pencil Microphone - Cardioid

DPA 2011 pre-polarised, cardioid, twin diaphragm, condenser microphone has been designed to handle high sound pressure levels and is therefore more suited to 'close-miking' situations. Two 'opposite-facing' capsules are built into a MMC2011 twin-diaphragm, single capsule to provide a higher signal to noise ratio, often linked to a larger diaphragm microphone. The microphones have a frequency range of 20Hz - 20kHz, (50Hz - 17kHz with a 3dB soft boost at 12kHz at 300mm) and a dynamic range of 117dB.

Variants

2011A includes the MMP-A standard transformerless preamp with a push switch on the XLR connector to give 20dB attenuation. Maximum SPL: 153dB. Length: 198mm. Weight: 164g
2011C includes the MMP-C compact preamp. Maximum SPL: 146dB Length 92mm. Weight: 64g
2011ER includes the MMP-ER preamplifier with fixed, rear-entry cable and 3-pin male XLR termination. Maximum SPL: 153dB. Length: 51mm. Weight: 24g
2011ES includes the MMP-ER preamplifier with fixed, side-entry cable and 3-pin male XLR termination. Maximum SPL: 153dB. Length: 51mm. Weight: 24g

Stereo Kits

ST2011A kit contains a stereo matched pair of 2011A microphones and includes a Peli case.
ST2011C kit contains a stereo matched pair of 2011C microphones and includes a Peli case.


2012 Pencil Microphone - Cardioid

DPA 2012 cardioid microphone is an all-around pencil mic designed for most instruments on a live stage, including snare drum, hi-hats, electric guitar cabinets, conga, acoustic guitar, and horns.

Its ‘specifically powerful characteristics’ make it a flexible mic that pronounces important nuances of the instrument, particularly those in the high-frequency range. The cardioid capsule offers high gain-before-feedback, and has a maximum SPL, peak before clipping of 156dB.

2012 is constructed to withstand rough handling on a hectic live stage. It has a thicker, more robust body construction of brass that is very durable and known for its corrosion resistance and tolerance against metal fatigue. The surfaces of the mic handle and grille are treated with a protective black chrome finish, which ensures more graceful ageing.

Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz. Effective frequency range: 40Hz – 20kHz, at 30cm. Maximum SPL: 156dB. Length 94mm. Weight: 83g.

Stereo Kit

ST2012 kit contains a stereo matched pair of 2012 microphones, with foams and clips, along with a protective case.


2015 Pencil Microphone - Wide Cardioid

DPA 2015 wide cardioid microphone has been designed for ambient pickup for live instruments including drum overheads, grand piano, horn groups, vibraphones, and xylophones.

Its wide cardioid pickup pattern allows for pickup when a cardioid microphone is too point-focussed. A stereo pair will work as overheads to capture a balanced sound of the entire group of instruments, like a drum kit. Also, when recording instrument groups with complex radiation patterns, the wide cardioid (also known as hemispheric, subcardioid or hypocardioid) design covers a greater sound angle and is an excellent choice.

2015 is constructed to withstand rough handling on a hectic live stage. It has a thicker, more robust body construction of brass that is very durable and known for its corrosion resistance and tolerance against metal fatigue. The surfaces of the mic handle and grille are treated with a protective black chrome finish, which ensures more graceful ageing.

Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz. Effective frequency range: 40Hz – 18kHz, at 30cm. Maximum SPL: 153dB. Length 94mm. Weight: 83g.

Stereo Kit

ST2015 kit contains a stereo matched pair of 2015 microphones, with foams and clips, along with a protective case.

2000 Series Specifications

2006A 2006C 2011A 2011C 2012 2015
Directional pattern Omnidirectional Omnidirectional Cardioid Cardioid Cardioid Wide cardioid
Principle of operation Pressure gradient Pressure gradient Pressure gradient Pressure gradient Pressure gradient Pressure gradient
Interference tube - - Yes Yes - -
Frequency response 20Hz - 20kHz 20Hz - 20kHz 20Hz - 20kHz 20Hz - 20kHz 20Hz - 20kHz 20Hz - 20kHz
Effective frequency range, at 30cm 50Hz - 20kHz 50Hz - 20kHz 50Hz - 17kHz 50Hz - 17kHz 40Hz - 20kHz 40Hz - 18kHz
Soft boost frequency 14kHz, 3dB typical 14kHz, 3dB typical 12kHz, 3dB typical 12kHz, 3dB typical
Sensitivity, nominal, +/-2dB at 1kHz 40mV/Pa; -28dB re. 1 V/Pa 40mV/Pa; -28dB re. 1 V/Pa 10mV/Pa; -40dB re. 1V/Pa 10mV/Pa; -40dB re. 1V/Pa 8mV/Pa; -42dB re. 1V/Pa 12mV/Pa; -37.7dB re. 1V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, re. 20µPa 16dB(A) , Typ; 18dB(A), max 16dB(A) , Typ; 18dB(A), max 20dB(A) , Typ; 23dB(A), max 20dB(A) , Typ; 23dB(A), max 20dB(A) , Typ; 22dB(A), max "18dB(A) , Typ; 20dB(A), max
Distortion, THD < 1% 12dB SPL RMS, 130dB SPL peak 12dB SPL RMS, 130dB SPL peak 134dB SPL RMS, 137dB SPL peak 134dB SPL RMS, 137dB SPL peak 148dB SPL, 151dB SPL peak 147dB SPL, 150dB SPL peak
Dynamic range Typ. 114dB Typ. 114dB Typ.117dB Typ.117dB Typ. 131dB Typ. 132dB
Max. SPL, THD 10% 146dB SPL peak 139dB SPL peak 153dB SPL peak 146dB SPL peak 153dB SPL, 156dB SPL peak) 150dB SPL, 153dB SPL peak
Switchable attenuator/filters 0dB/-20dB - - - - -
Rated output impedance 200ohms 100ohms 200ohms 100ohms 60ohms 60ohms
Minimum load impedance 2kohms 2kohms 2kohms 2kohms 2kohms 2kohms
Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR) Greater than 60dB Greater than 50dB Greater than 60dB Greater than 50dB Greater than 60dB Greater than 60dB
Power supply (for full performance) +48V Phantom +48V Phantom +48V Phantom +48V Phantom +48V Phantom +48V Phantom
Current consumption 2.8mA 2.8mA 2.8mA 2.8mA 0.7mA 0.7 mA
Maximum output voltage, RMS 8V 4.5V 8V 4.5V 8.7V 8.7V
Sensitivity selection tolerance (at 1kHz) +/-1.5 dB +/-1.5 dB +/-1.5dB +/-1.5dB +/-1.5dB +/-1.5dB
Microphone diameter 19mm 19mm 19mm 19mm 19mm 19mm
Microphone length 164mm 58mm 198mm 92mm 94mm 94mm
Weight 160g 60g 164g 64g 83g 83g

4000 Series


4006 Pencil Microphone - Omnidirectional

DPA 4006 pre-polarised, condenser microphone has four variants that share the same omnidirectional MMC4006 capsule. With a frequency response of 10Hz - 20kHz, +/-2dB, and a high sensitivity of 40mV/Pa, these are often used for vocals, close positioning to acoustic instruments and in stereo pairs for symphonic concert hall sound capture. The ER and ES versions include the SM4000 suspension mount allowing the microphone to be hung from the ceiling for spot pick-up. DPA 4006 was the microphone of choice when NASA's Mars 2020 Rover mission took off, touching down on the Red Planet on February 18th 2021 along with a DPA MMA-A and MMP-G active cable.

Variants

4006A includes the MMP-A preamplifier to supply and regulate the voltage to the capsule. Maximum SPL: 146dB. Length: 170mm. Weight: 163g
4006C includes the MMP-C compact preamplifier. Maximum SPL: 139dB. Length: 64mm. Weight: 63g
4006ER includes the MMP-ER preamplifier with a fixed, rear-entry cable terminating with a 3-pin male XLR. Maximum SPL: 132dB. Length: 35mm. Weight: 114g
4006ES includes the MMP-ES preamplifier with a fixed, side-entry cable terminating with a 3-pin male XLR. Maximum SPL: 132dB. Length: 35mm. Weight: 114g

Stereo Kits

ST4006A kit contains a stereo matched pair of 4006A microphones and includes a Peli case.
ST4006C kit contains a stereo matched pair of 4006C microphones and includes a Peli case.


4011 Pencil Microphone - Cardioid

This range of pre-polarised condenser microphones uses the MMC4011 cardioid capsule, and can be used for close positioning to acoustic guitar, grand piano, percussion, wind instruments, vocals, orchestral overheads, or orchestral spot pick-up. A frequency response of 40Hz - 20kHz at 30cm and a dynamic range of 121dB, typically, ensure smooth reproduction, while maximum SPLs of 159 (4011A), 152 (4011C), 144 (4011ER/4011ES) lessen the chance of distortion. The ER and ES versions include the SM4000 suspension mount allowing the microphone to be hung from the ceiling for spot pick-up.

Variants

4011A includes the MMP-A preamplifier with attenuation switch. Maximum SPL: 159dB. Length: 170mm. Weight: 158g
4011C includes the MMP-C compact preamplifier. Maximum SPL: 152dB. Length: 64mm. Weight: 58g
4011ER includes the MMP-ER preamplifier with a fixed, rear-entry cable terminating with a 3-pin male XLR. Maximum SPL: 144dB. Length: 35mm. Weight: 109g
4011ES includes the MMP-ES preamplifier with a fixed, side-entry cable terminating with a 3-pin male XLR. Maximum SPL: 144dB. Length: 35mm. Weight: 109g

Stereo Kits

ST4011A kit contains a stereo matched pair of 4011A microphones and includes a Peli case.
ST4011C kit contains a stereo matched pair of 4011C microphones and includes a Peli case.


4015 Pencil Microphone - Wide Cardioid

DPA 4015 pre-polarised condenser microphones have been designed for recording acoustic instruments such as grand piano, guitar, marimba or percussion, however they are equally useful for spot pick-up or speech. The internal MMC4015 capsule has a wide cardioid pickup pattern with linear response from 40Hz - 20kHz at 60cm, +/- 2dB. A dynamic range of 121dB, typically, and a maximum SPL of 159dB (4015A)/152dB (4015C) offer plenty scope for high quality audio capture.

Variants

4015A uses the MMP-A preamplifier with attenuation switch. Maximum SPL: 159dB. Length: 170mm. Weight: 158g
4015C includes the MMP-C compact preamplifier. Maximum SPL: 152dB. Length: 64mm. Weight: 58g

Stereo Kits

ST4015A kit contains a stereo, matched pair of 4015A microphones and includes a Peli case.
ST4015C kit contains a stereo, matched pair of 4015C microphones and includes a Peli case.


4018 Pencil Microphone - Supercardioid

With a supercardioid pickup-pattern, the pre-polarised 4018 condenser microphones have been designed for broadcast, ENG, film and long distance pick-up situations. Use with a boom is common practice and the microphones also prove popular for interview, spot and table use. They have a frequency response of 40Hz - 18kHz at 300mm +/-2dB and a dynamic range of 121dB, typically. A signal to noise ratio of 78dB(A) typical is the same across all 4018 microphones.

Variants

4018A includes the MMP-A preamplifier with attenuation switch. Maximum SPL: 134dB. Length: 170mm. Weight: 158g
4018C includes the MMP-C compact preamplifier. Maximum SPL: 150dB. Length: 64mm. Weight: 58g
4018ER includes the MMP-ER preamplifier with a fixed, rear-entry cable terminating with a 3-pin male XLR. Maximum SPL: 142dB. Length: 35mm. Weight: 109g
4018ES includes the MMP-ES preamplifier with a fixed, side-entry cable terminating with a 3-pin male XLR. Maximum SPL: 142dB. Length: 35mm. Weight: 109g


4090 – Omnidirectional, Normal SPL

DPA 4090 condenser microphone has a handling of 134dB SPL, allowing the user to combine with almost any acoustic instrument from acoustic guitar and strings to piano and wind instruments. The microphone has a ‘remarkably linear’ frequency response from 20Hz to 20kHz which enables the sound engineer to alternatively use the mic for sound system alignment, testing and tuning.

A ‘rugged and compact design’ features a 5.4mm diameter pre-polarized condenser capsule in a tapered body measuring just 12cm in length.


4091 Omnidirectional, Loud SPL

DPA 4091 condenser microphone is very similar to the 4090, however it has a handling of 144dB SPL, allowing the user to mic up instruments including percussion, electric guitar amplification, along with acoustic instruments such as wind or string. The microphone has a ‘remarkably linear’ frequency response from 20Hz to 20kHz which enables the sound engineer to alternatively use the mic for sound system alignment, testing and tuning.

A ‘rugged and compact design’ features a 5.4mm diameter pre-polarized condenser capsule in a tapered body measuring just 12cm in length.

4000 Series Specifications

4006A 4011A 4015A 4018A 4090 4091
Directional pattern Omnidirectional Cardioid Wide cardioid Supercardioid Omnidirectional Omnidirectional
Frequency response 10Hz - 20kHz 20Hz - 20kHz 20Hz - 20kHz 20Hz - 20kHz 20 Hz - 20 kHz 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Effective frequency range, at 30cm 10Hz - 20kHz 40Hz - 20kHz 40Hz - 20kHz 40Hz - 18kHz 20 Hz - 20 kHz 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity, +/-2dB at 1kHz 36mV/Pa; re. 1V/Pa 10mV/Pa; re. 1V/Pa 10mV/Pa: re. 1V/Pa 12mV/Pa; re. 1V/Pa 20 mV/Pa; re. 1 V/Pa 6 mV/Pa; re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise, re. 20µPa (Typ/Max) 15/17dB(A) 18/20dB(A) 18/20dB(A) 16/19dB(A) 23/26dB(A) 26/28dB(A)
Distortion, THD <1%, (RMS/Peak) 133/136dB SPL 136/139dB SPL 136/139dB SPL 134/137dB SPL 120/123 dB SPL 120/123 dB SPL
Dynamic range Typ. 124dB Typ. 121dB Typ. 121dB Typ. 121dB Typ. 100 dB Typ. 97 dB
Max. SPL, THD 10% 146dB SPL peak 159dB SPL peak 159dB SPL peak 156dB SPL peak 134 dB SPL peak 144 dB SPL peak
Switchable attenuator/filters 0dB/-20dB 0dB/-20dB 0dB/-20dB 0dB/-20dB - -
Rated output impedance 200ohms 200ohms 200ohms 200ohms Less than 40 Ω Less than 40 Ω
Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR) Greater than 60dB Greater than 60dB Greater than 60dB Greater than 60dB Greater than 40 dB Greater than 40 dB
Power supply (for full performance) +48V Phantom +48V Phantom +48V Phantom +48V Phantom +48V Phantom +48V Phantom
Current consumption 2.8 mA 2.8 mA 2.8 mA 2.8 mA 2 mA 2 mA
Microphone diameter 16-19mm 19mm 19mm 19mm 19mm/6.7mm 19mm/6.7mm
Microphone length 170mm 170mm 170mm 170mm 122mm 122mm
Weight 163g 158g 158g 158g 38g 38g

Accessories

A range of DPA accessories is available, including windshields, mounts, and extension cables. See DPA MICROPHONES - Spares and Accessories