DPA KIT-4099-DC-4R d:vote Core 4099 Rock Touring Kit, 4 Microphones, Extreme SPL in Peli-case

The d:vote CORE 4099 also features an enhanced shock mount design, providing excellent isolation from handling noise and rumble. Detachable cables are available in heavy duty or lightweight versions, depending on the application - both are designed to withstand the rigors of daily use. A versatile, integrated gooseneck extender provides easy and repeatable mounting. The award-winning d:vote Series, gives you a much more natural sound than any internal microphone or pickup. This condenser microphone rejects unwanted noise and accurately captures the true voice of your acoustic instrument. These mics come available in kits of 4- or 10 pieces with relevant accessories to make it easy to mic a group, band or orchestra.

The d:vote is already the recognized standard for this type of microphone and the CORE version adds just another layer of sound quality that further distances this mic from its competitors. d:vote CORE 4099 brings more clarity and details to your music, across the entire dynamic range. Anyone looking for the very highest sound quality should choose CORE - every musician, live sound engineer and anyone else who takes pride in quality audio.

CORE by DPA is a powerful new technology at the heart of DPA miniature microphones. We’ve minimized distortion. From pianissimo to forte, you will experience increased clarity and openness. Learn more about CORE by DPA.

From the piano to guitar; strings to woodwinds; brass to percussion, the d:vote Series sounds equally impressive on them all. This one microphone model can beautifully reinforce an entire orchestra. You can move the mic to another instrument; just make sure you have the right type of clip to mount it correctly.The award-winning d:vote series gives you a much more natural sound than any clip-on microphone or pickup. This condenser microphone rejects unwanted noise and accurately captures the true voice of your acoustic instrument.

This microphone comes in two versions:
d:vote CORE 4099 Mic, Loud SPL - used to close-mike most types of instruments
d:vote CORE 4099 Mic, Extreme SPL - used to close-mike extremely loud instruments, such as drums and some brass

Technical Specifications

Directional pattern
Supercardioid
Principle of operation
Pressure gradient
Cartridge type
Pre-polarized condenser
Frequency range
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Frequency range, - 2 dB, at 20 cm (7.9 in)
80 Hz - 15 kHz with 2 dB soft boost at 10-12 kHz
Sensitivity, nominal, -3 dB at 1 kHz
6 mV/Pa; -44 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted
Typ. 23 dB(A) re. 20 Pa (max. 26 dB(A))
S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL)
Typ. 71 dB(A)
Total harmonic distortion (THD)
< 1% up to 131 dB SPL peak
Dynamic range
Typ. 108 dB
Max. SPL, peak before clipping
142 dB
Output impedance
From MicroDot: 30 - 40 ohm. From DAD4099/DAD6001-BC: 100 ohm
Cable drive capability
Up to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
Output balance principle
Signal balanced with DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR)
> 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
Power supply (for full performance)
Min. 5 V to max. 50 V through DPA adapter for wireless systems
Current consumption
Typ. 1.5 mA (microphone). 3.5 mA with DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
Connector
MicroDot
Weight
27 g (0.95 oz)
Microphone diameter
5.4 mm (0.21 in)
Microphone length
45 mm (1.8 in)
Cable length
1.8 m (5.9 ft)
Cable diameter
1.6 mm (0.06 in) / 2.2 mm (0.09 in)
Polarity
+V at MicroDot pin for positive sound pressure (and pin 2 on DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR adapter)
Temperature range
-40 deg C to 45 deg C (-40 deg F to 113 deg F)
Relative humidity (RH)
Up to 90%
Gooseneck length
140 mm (5.5 in)