DPA 4080 CORE Cardioid Mic, Normal SPL, Black, MicroDot

Code: DPA4080-DC-D-B00

Shop the DPA 4080 CORE Cardioid Mic in Black with MicroDot connector for exceptional audio quality. Perfect for live performances and studio recording.

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DPA 4080 CORE Cardioid Mic, Normal SPL, Black, MicroDot

The DPA 4080 CORE Cardioid Lavalier Microphone is a high-performance directional mic, optimized for chest placement in broadcast, conference, and live performance settings. Designed for maximum voice clarity, it features superior side rejection and a 4 dB presence boost, enhancing speech intelligibility while maintaining a natural and well-defined sound.

Superior Audio & Practical Design
Unlike omnidirectional mics, the 4080 Cardioid Lavalier delivers focused sound pickup, reducing unwanted background noise in challenging acoustic environments. The lightweight, discreet design ensures comfortable wear, while the integrated shock mount and pre-mounted black pop filter minimize handling noise and plosives. An additional white pop filter is included for versatility.

Key Features:
  • Optimized for chest placement: 4 dB presence boost for enhanced vocal clarity
  • Cardioid polar pattern: excellent side rejection for a focused, noise-free signal
  • Lightweight & discreet: compact design for professional use
  • Flexible mounting: rotates for left- or right-buttoned shirts, Comes with black and white pop filters for different applications
  • MicroDot connector: compatible with DPA’s modular adapter system for most professional wireless systems
Ideal for studio, field, and live use, the DPA 4080 CORE Lavalier Mic delivers outstanding speech reproduction and versatility in a compact, professional package.
  • Directional pattern: Cardioid
  • Principle of operation: Pressure gradient
  • Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
  • Effective frequency range ±2 dB: 250 Hz - 17 kHz with typ. 4 dB soft boost at 4 - 6 kHz (-5 dB at 100 Hz)
  • Sensitivity, nominal, ±3 dB at 1 kHz: 20 mV/Pa; -34 dB re. 1 V/Pa
  • Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 23 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 26 dB(A))
  • Distortion, THD < 1%: 126 dB SPL RMS, 129 dB SPL peak
  • Dynamic range: Typ. 106 dB
  • Max. SPL, THD 10%: 134 dB SPL peak
  • Rated output impedance: 30 - 40 Ω
  • Cable drive capability: Up to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
  • Power supply (for full performance): For wireless systems Min. 5 V - max. 10 V through DPA adapter, With DAD6001-BC: P48 (Phantom Power). Will work from 12 V
  • Current consumption: Typ. 1.5 mA (microphone). 3.5 mA with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
  • Connector: MicroDot
  • Weight: 15 g (0.5 oz) incl. Cable and MicroDot connector
  • Microphone diameter: 5.7 mm (0.22 in)
  • Microphone length: 30 mm (1.2 in)
  • Cable length: 1.2 m (3.9 ft)
  • Cable diameter: 1.6 mm (0.06 in)
  • Polarity: Positively increasing sound pressure produces positive going voltage on MicroDot pin
  • Temperature range: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
  • Relative humidity (RH): Up to 90%
  • Colors: Black

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