The DPA 4011A Cardioid Microphone is designed for professional recording and live sound applications. Featuring first-order cardioid pickup pattern, high SPL handling ability, flat on-axis frequency response and excellent phase response, it is a great, clean-sounding colorless mic.
The DPA 4011A Cardioid Microphone is renowned in recording studios and live applications around the world as an exceptional mic. State-of-the-art components have been carefully selected to provide optimal neutrality, accuracy and extremely low distortion.
Pure Linear Cardioid
The first-order cardioid pickup pattern provides superb separation between sound sources. It is equally suitable for close-up work on acoustic guitar, grand piano, overheads, percussion, wind instruments and vocals as it is for spot-miking symphonies. It can handle incredibly high sound pressure levels (SPLs) and even includes a 20 dB pad switch in the center of the XLR connector to attenuate the output of the microphone.
Perfectly Natural
A flat on-axis frequency response and excellent phase response deliver a totally faithful reproduction of the original sound. The off-axis response is similarly smooth so that any leakage is an accurate reflection of the original, though attenuated according to the true first-order cardioid pickup pattern. The sensation of "being there" will always be more intense with the DPA 4011A than with any other cardioid. Chosen for its qualities as an all-around performer, the DPA 4011A is a great, clean-sounding colorless mic. The variety of applications is as wide as the imagination of the user.
DPA 4011A Cardioid Microphone Features
- Ultra-compact spot or hanging mic
- Close-miking
- Great for high sound pressure levels
- Accurate sound
- Colorless sound
- Modular flexibility
DPA 4011A Cardioid Microphone Specifications
- Directional Pattern: Cardioid
- Principle of Operation: Pressure Gradient
- Cartridge Type: Pre-polarized Condenser
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Effective Frequency Range, ±2 dB, at 30 cm (11.8 in): 40 Hz - 20 kHz
- Sensitivity, Nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz: 10 mV/Pa; -40 dB re. 1 V/Pa
- Equivalent Noise Level, A-weighted: Typ. 18 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 20 dB(A))
- Equivalent Noise Level, ITU-R BS.468-4: Typ. 25 dB (Correct with the Attenuator in 0 dB or -20 dB Setting)
- Distortion, THD < 1%: 136 dB SPL RMS, 139 dB SPL Peak
- Dynamic Range: Typ. 121 dB
- Max. SPL, THD 10%: 159 dB SPL Peak
- Switchable Attenuator, Filters etc.: 0 dB / -20 dB
- Rated Output Impedance: 200 O
- Minimum Load Impedance: 2 kO
- Cable Drive Capability: 100 m (328 ft)
- Output Balance Principle: Impedance Balancing with Active Drive
- Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR): > 60 dB
- Power Supply (for Full Performance): P48 (Phantom Power)
- Current Consumption: 2.8 mA
- Connector: XLR-3M. Pin 1: Shield, Pin 2: Signal + Phase, Pin 3: - Phase
- Color: Matte Black
- Weight: 158 g (5.6 oz)
- Microphone Diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
- Capsule Diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
- Microphone Length: 170 mm (6.7 in)
- Maximum Output Voltage, RMS: > 5 V
- Polarity: +V at Pin 2 for Positive Sound Pressure
- Temperature Range: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
- Relative Humidity (RH): Up to 90%
- Matching Tolerance (Frequency Response and Sensitivity): ±1 dB
- Phase Deviation for Kit: < 10°
DPA 4011A Cardioid Microphone Includes
- 1 x DPA 4011A Cardioid Microphone
- 1 x Microphone Clip
- 1 x Foam Windscreen
- 5 Year Warranty
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