Key Features
Description
Description
DPA 2017 Shotgun Microphone
Durable, Versatile, and Crystal-Clear Audio
The DPA 2017 Shotgun Microphone is built for film, TV, broadcast, and live sound applications.
It captures clear, natural audio while reducing background noise. Because of its highly focused supercardioid pickup pattern, it ensures precise sound capture. Additionally, its durable build makes it reliable for both indoor and outdoor use. This makes it a top choice for sound engineers, filmmakers, and broadcasters who need high-quality recordings in any environment.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Directional pattern | Supercardioid @ 1 kHz |
| Principle of operation | Pressure gradient |
| Cartridge type | Pre-polarised condenser |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Effective frequency range ±2 dB (at 60 cm / 23.6 in) | 70 Hz – 18 kHz at 60 cm (23.6 in), with typ. 2 dB soft boost at 15 kHz |
| Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz | 25 mV/Pa; -32 dB re. 1 V/Pa |
| Equivalent noise level, A-weighted | Typ. 13 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 15 dB(A)) |
| Distortion, THD < 1% | 140 dB SPL, 143 dB SPL peak |
| Dynamic range | Typ. 130 dB |
| Max. SPL, THD 10% | 148 dB SPL peak |
| Rated output impedance | 60 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) | > 60 dB |
| Power supply (for full performance) | P48 (Phantom Power) |
| Current consumption | 1.8 mA |
| Connector | XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield; Pin 2: signal + phase; Pin 3: - phase |
| Weight | 115 g (4.1 oz) |
| Microphone diameter | 19 mm (0.75 in) |
| Capsule diameter | 17 mm (0.67 in) |
| Microphone length | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Maximum output voltage, RMS | 8.7 V (21 dBu) |
| 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% |
| Colours | Black |
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