Key Features
Description
Description
DPA 4097 CORE Micro Shotgun Microphone
With its supercardioid polar plot, the 4097 CORE Micro Shotgun Mic offers a highly-directional pick-up pattern as well as low self noise and high sensitivity. The mic is capable of handling high SPLs, which allows it to deliver undistorted natural sound, even when users speak loudly or yell.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Directional pattern | Supercardioid |
| Principle of operation | Pressure gradient |
| Cartridge type | Pre-polarised condenser |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Effective 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 | 16 mV/Pa; -36 dB re. 1 V/Pa |
| Equivalent noise level, A-weighted | Typ. 23 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 26 dB(A)) |
| Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4 | Typ. 35 dB (max. 38 dB) |
| Distortion, THD < 1% | 130 dB SPL RMS, 133 dB SPL peak |
| Dynamic range | Typ. 110 dB |
| Max. SPL, THD 10% | 135 dB SPL peak |
| Rated output impedance | From MicroDot: 30–40 ΩFrom DAD4099-BC XLR Adapter: 100 Ω |
| Cable drive capability | Up to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD4099-BC XLR Adapter |
| Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR) | > 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with DAD4099-BC XLR Adapter |
| Power supply (for full performance) | For wireless systems: Min. 5 V – max. 10 V through DPA adapterWith DAD6001-BC: P48 (Phantom Power). Will work from 12 V |
| Current consumption | Typ. 1.5 mA (microphone); 3.5 mA with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter |
| Connector | MicroDot |
| Weight | 10 g (0.35 oz) |
| Microphone length | 10.4 cm (4 in) |
| Temperature range | -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F) |
| Relative humidity (RH) | Up to 90% |
| Colour | Black |
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