DPA 4099-DP-1

The DPA 4099-DP-1 CORE+ is the Loud SPL variant of DPA's renowned 4099 microphone series, designed to capture the natural voice of acoustic instruments with exceptional clarity and detail. Ideal for a wide range of instruments-from strings and woodwinds to guitars and percussion-this microphone excels in both studio and live performance settings where high sound pressure levels are common but not extreme.

Equipped with CORE+ technology, the 4099-DP-1 offers an impressive dynamic range and a maximum SPL peak of 145 dB, ensuring distortion-free performance with clear transients and rich harmonics. Its supercardioid pickup pattern provides superior isolation and off-axis rejection, making it easy to achieve focused, feedback-resistant sound in loud or crowded acoustic environments.

The microphone features a durable, flexible gooseneck with DPA's enhanced locking system for precise placement, and a MicroLock connector for secure, reliable attachment. Lightweight, discreet, and part of a modular clip system that fits a variety of instruments, the 4099-DP-1 is a go-to solution for professionals seeking natural, high-quality sound across diverse musical applications.

• Delivers clear, natural sound for a wide range of acoustic instruments

• Handles loud sound levels up to 145 dB without distortion

• Supercardioid pickup pattern offers excellent isolation from surrounding instruments

• CORE+ technology enhances clarity, dynamic range, and sonic accuracy

• Lightweight and discreet design for unobtrusive placement on stage

• Features MicroLock connector for secure cable attachment and wireless system compatibility

• Flexible, durable gooseneck with locking mount for stable and precise positioning

• Improved shock mount reduces vibrations and unwanted noise

• Works with a wide variety of instrument clips for universal fit

• Ideal for strings, woodwinds, percussion, guitar, and more

MICROPHONE TYPE:

• Prepolarized condenser

• Pressure gradient principle

POLAR PATTERN:

• Supercardioid

FREQUENCY RESPONSE:

• 20 Hz to 20 kHz

• Effective range plusminus 2 dB at 20 cm: 80 Hz to 17 kHz with 2 dB boost at 10 to 12 kHz

SENSITIVITY:

• 6 mV per Pa

• Minus 44 dB re 1 V per Pa

EQUIVALENT NOISE LEVEL:

• Typical 23 dBA

• Maximum 26 dBA

DISTORTION THD:

• Less than 0 point 5 percent: 135 dB SPL RMS, 138 dB SPL peak

• Less than 1 percent: 138 dB SPL RMS, 141 dB SPL peak

• Max SPL at 10 percent THD: 145 dB SPL peak

DYNAMIC RANGE:

• Typical 118 dB

OUTPUT IMPEDANCE:

• MicroLock: 30 to 40 ohm

• With DAD9099 or DAD9001 XLR Adapter: 100 ohm

CABLE DRIVE CAPABILITY:

• Up to 300 meters with DAD9099 or DAD9001

OUTPUT BALANCE:

• Balanced with XLR Adapter

CMRR:

• Greater than 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz

POWER REQUIREMENTS:

• Wireless: 5 to 10 V via DPA adapter

• Wired with XLR: P48 phantom power minimum 12 V

CURRENT CONSUMPTION:

• Microphone: 1 point 5 mA

• With XLR Adapter: 3 point 5 mA

CONNECTOR:

• MicroLock

DIMENSIONS:

• Microphone diameter: 5 point 7 mm

• Microphone length: 50 mm

• Gooseneck length: 140 mm

• Cable length: 1 point 8 m

• Cable diameter: 1 point 6 mm and 2 point 2 mm

WEIGHT:

• Microphone: 18 g

ENVIRONMENTAL:

• Temperature range: minus 40 to 45 Celsius

• Relative humidity: up to 90 percent

POLARITY:

• Positive voltage at MicroLock pin for positive sound pressure

IDENTIFICATION:

• Red marking on gooseneck for Loud SPL

TECHNOLOGY:

• CORE Plus

• MicroLock connector

• IP58 certified