DPA 4099-DP-2

The DPA 4099-DP-2 is a high-performance instrument microphone designed for capturing extremely loud sound sources with exceptional clarity and detail. Featuring DPA's CORE+ technology, this microphone offers a wide dynamic range and handles sound pressure levels up to 152 dB, making it ideal for close-miking drums, brass instruments, and other high-SPL applications.

Its supercardioid polar pattern ensures focused pickup with excellent off-axis rejection, providing superior isolation of the desired sound source. The microphone's compact design and versatile mounting options allow for precise positioning, ensuring optimal sound capture without interfering with the performance.

The 4099-DP-2's modular system includes a range of instrument-specific clips and mounts, enabling seamless integration with various instruments. Its rugged construction and reliable MicroLock connector ensure durability and secure connections in demanding live and studio environments.

Whether you're recording in the studio or performing live, the DPA 4099-DP-2 delivers pristine, natural sound reproduction, capturing every nuance of your instrument with remarkable accuracy.

• Designed for extremely loud instruments like drums and brass

• CORE+ technology delivers enhanced clarity, detail, and extended dynamic range

• Extreme SPL version captures powerful sound sources without distortion (up to 152 dB peak)

• Supercardioid pickup pattern ensures superior isolation and minimal bleed

• Includes upgraded gooseneck and MicroLock connector for secure, flexible placement

• Compatible with a wide range of instrument clips (sold separately) for versatile mounting

• Ideal for live performances and studio setups needing pristine, high-SPL capture

MICROPHONE TYPE:

• Prepolarized condenser

• Pressure gradient operation

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 soft boost at 10 to 12 kHz

SENSITIVITY:

• 6 mV per Pa

• Minus 44 dB re 1 V per Pa

• Matched stereo pair tolerance: plusminus 1 dB

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 XLR adapter

OUTPUT BALANCE:

• Balanced signal 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: P48 phantom power, minimum 12 V

CURRENT CONSUMPTION:

• 1 point 5 mA for each microphone

• 3 point 5 mA each with XLR adapter

CONNECTOR:

• MicroLock

MOUNT TYPE:

• Compatible with multiple instrument clips and stereo mounting options

DIMENSIONS:

• Microphone diameter: 5 point 7 mm

• Microphone length: 50 mm

• Gooseneck length: 140 mm

• Cable length: 1 point 8 meters

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

WEIGHT:

• Microphone: 18 g each

ENVIRONMENTAL:

• Operating temperature: 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

• Enhanced shock mount and gooseneck stability

• Matched stereo pair for critical applications such as piano or acoustic ensembles