DPA 4018C

DPA 4018C

DPA 4018C

DPA 4018C

d:dicate™ 4018C Compact Supercardioid Mic

SKU: DPA-4018C
MSRP: $1,830.00
MAP: $1,830.00

Overview

Designed for a broad range of long-distance broadcast, ENG and film miking applications, such as booming, dialogue, interview and table or podium use, the d:dicate™ 4018 Supercardioid Microphone offers superb flexibility through modular accessories.
This microphone is part of the flexible d:dicate™ Microphones series. It has a highly-directional supercardioid pickup pattern with a smooth and uniform off-axis frequency response.

The supercardioid shape is frequency independent, securing an identical sound color around the microphone. The usual rear lobe heard on most supercardioids is minimized on this capsule. This makes it much more isolated without sudden frequency dependent peaks and dips.
 

Combine it with the preamp of your choice

At any time, and with no tools needed, it is possible to transform the MMC4018 Supercardioid Microphone Capsule into a new configuration.

The MMP-A Microphone Preamp is an ultra-transparent, transformerless preamp with active drive for impedance balancing. The MMP-C Compact Microphone Preamp is an ultra-compact preamp with active drive for impedance balancing. It has a slightly softer character than the other preamps in the d:dicate™ Microphones Series.

Other preamps include the very small form factor types MMP-E Modular Active Cable (XLR output) and MMP-G Modular Active Cable (MicroDot output), allowing for very slim set-ups. The MMP-G even allows you to match a larger microphone directly to a wireless transmitter. The MMP-G, together with the GSM4000 Gooseneck Shock Mount, can be used for anything from very lightweight booming applications to very high-end instrument miking using the d:vote™ 4099 series of instrument mounting options

Similar to the d:dicate™ 4018A, but with an even shorter length of only 6.4 cm (2.5 in), the d:dicate™ 4018C Compact Supercardioid Microphone has a highly-directional supercardioid pickup pattern with a smooth and uniform off-axis frequency response. This is a great-sounding mic with a very small footprint. It is ideal for use as spot or hanging mic for orchestra recording situations.

Features

  • Low noise and high sensitivity
  • Highly directional for high isolation
  • Most controlled supercardioid shape
  • Uniform, frequency independent directionality
  • Modular flexibility

Specifications

Directional pattern
Supercardioid
Principle of operation
Pressure gradient
Cartridge type
Pre-polarized condenser
Effective frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Frequency range, ±2 dB, at 30 cm (11.8 in)
40 Hz - 18 kHz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz
12 mV/Pa; -38.4 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted
Typ. 16 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 19 dB(A))
Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4
Typ. 23 dB
Total harmonic distortion (THD)
< 1% up to 137 dB SPL peak
Dynamic range
Typ. 121 dB
Max. SPL, peak before clipping
150 dB
Output impedance
100 Ω
Minimum load impedance
2 kΩ
Cable drive capability
100 m (328 ft)
Output balance principle
Impedance balancing with Active Drive
Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR)
> 50 dB
Power supply (for full performance)
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
58 g (2 oz)
Microphone diameter
19 mm (0.75 in)
Capsule diameter
19 mm (0.75 in)
Microphone length
64 mm (2.5 in)
Maximum output voltage, RMS
4.5 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°