DPA d:dicate 4018C Supercardioid Condenser Microphone

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With a length of only 6.4 cm (2.5 in), the DPA d:dicate™ 4018C Supercardioid Microphone, Compact has a highly-directional supercardioid pickup pattern with a smooth and uniform off-axis frequency response. This mic is part of the flexible d:dicate™ Microphones Series. At any time, and with no tools needed, it is possible to transform the 4018C Supercardioid Microphone into a new configuration. You can combine it with another d:dicate™ or d:facto™ Microphone Capsule or Preamplifier.

This condenser microphone is designed for a broad range of music recording and broadcast/ENG/film long-distance miking applications. It can be used for booming, dialogue, interview and table or spot-recording use. The mic also offers superb expandability through modular accessories. It is ideal for use as spot or hanging mic for orchestra recording situations.

The supercardioid shape of the DPA 4018C 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.

Package includes:

• (1) MMC4018 Supercardioid Microphone Capsule
• (1) MMP-C Compact Microphone Preamp
• (1) UA0639 Microphone Clip
• (1) DUA0020 Foam Windscreen
• (1) Carrying Case

DPA d:dicate 4018C - Features:

• Low noise and high sensitivity
• Highly directional for high isolation
• Most controlled supercardioid shape
• Uniform, frequency independent directionality
• Very sleek and compact boom, table or spot mic
• Modular flexibility

• Directional Characteristics: Supercardioid
• Principle of Operation: Pressure gradient
• Cartridge Type: Pre-polarized condenser
• Frequency Range:
  • 20 Hz - 20 kHz
  • ± 2 dB, @ 30 cm: 40 Hz - 18 kHz
• Sensitivity, Nominal, ± 2 dB at 1 Hz: 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)
• S/N Ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL): Typ. 78 dB(A)
• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 1% THD up to 137 dB SPL peak
• Dynamic Range: Typ. 121 dB
• Max. SPL, Peak Before Clipping: 150 dB
• Switchable Attenuator, Filters, etc.: 0 dB/-20 dB
• Output Impedance: 100 Ω
• Minimum Load Impedance: 2,000 Ω
• Cable Drive Capability: Up to 328 ft or 100 m
• Output Balance Principle: Impendance balancing with Active Drive
• Common Mode Rejection (CMRR): > 50 dB
• Power Supply: 48V Phantom power (± 4V)
• Current Consumption: 2.8 mA
• Connector: XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase
• Color: Matte Black
• Maximum Output Voltage, RMS: 4.5 V
• Polarity: +V at Pin 2 for positive sound pressure
• Operating Temperature Range: -40 °F to 113 °F | -40 °C to 45 °C
• Relative Humidity (RH): Up to 90%
• Dimensions:
  • Microphone Diameter: 0.75 in | 19 mm
  • Microphone Length: 2.5 in | 64 mm
  • Capsule Diameter: 0.75 in | 19 mm
  • Cable: 0.06 in x 5.9 ft | 1.6 mm x 1.8 m
• Weight: 2.0 oz | 58 g