DPA ST4015A

Our wide cardioid microphones are capable of handling extremely high sound pressure levels before clipping occurs. The d:dicate™ 4015A Wide Cardioid Microphone even includes a 20 dB pad switch in the center of the XLR connector to prevent overloading of the mic amplifier.

The foam design in the heavy-duty transportation box allows for fast and easy exchange of the microphone/accessory inlays. The microphone capsule The off-axis characteristics of the MMC4015 Wide Cardioid Microphone Capsule are totally linear, a unique quality when it comes to authentic sound reproduction. Any leakage that occurs from off-axis sound sources is still a faithful reproduction of these sounds, just softly attenuated.

Sometimes a conventional cardioid pattern just isn't quite open enough. Recording orchestras or other ensembles sometimes requires a compromise between blending in the room reverberation and a more precise localization. When recording instruments with complex radiation patterns, the wide cardioid (also known as hemispheric) design covers a greater sound angle and is an excellent choice. This is the often ideal mic for recording grand piano, guitar, marimba, and percussion, or as a spot mic for groups in a symphony orchestra. Likewise, it is an excellent speech, dubbing, or vocal mic as its enhanced richness on the bass end nicely compliments many voices. A truly flexible range This mic is part of the flexible d:dicate™ Microphone Series. At any time, and with no tools needed, it is possible to transform the d:dicate™ 4015A Wide Cardioid Microphone into a new configuration. You can combine it with another d:dicate™ or d:facto™ Microphone Capsule or Preamplifier.

The MMC Wide Cardioid Microphone Capsule coupled with the MMP-A Preamplifier suits acoustic instruments and voices with rich and open sound. For another option, match the MMC4015 Wide Cardioid Microphone Capsule with the MMP-C Compact Preamplifier for an excellent spot mic as a fill-in between an omni and a cardioid. The compact version is easier to position than other cardioid microphones.

The d:dicate™ 4015A Wide Cardioid Microphone is also available as a single microphone.

• Low profile - wide pickup area

• Natural reproduction

• Directional ambience pickup

• Carefully matched within ±1 dB

• Peli™ Case transportation and protection

• Modular flexibility

• Directional pattern: Wide cardioid

• Principle of operation: Pressure gradient

• Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser

• Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz

• Frequency range, ± 2 dB, at 60 cm: 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)

• S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL): Typ. 76 dB(A)

• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 1 % up to 139 dB SPL peak

• Dynamic range: Typ. 121 dB

• Max. SPL, peak before clipping: 159 dB

• Switchable attenuator: 0 dB / -20 dB

• Output impedance: < 200 ohm

• Minimum load impedance: 2 kohm

• 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 specifications): 48 V Phantom power (± 4 V)

• 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)

• 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: ± 1 dB

• Phase deviation for kit: < 10