DPA 4099 Instrument Microphone
The 4099 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. 4099 CORE 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 4099 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 4099 Series gives you a much more natural sound than any clip-on microphone or pickup. This instrument condenser microphone rejects unwanted noise and accurately captures the true voice of your acoustic instrument.
The 4099 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. 4099 CORE 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 4099 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 4099 Series gives you a much more natural sound than any clip-on microphone or pickup. This instrument condenser microphone rejects unwanted noise and accurately captures the true voice of your acoustic instrument.
The 4099 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. 4099 CORE 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 4099 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 4099 Series gives you a much more natural sound than any clip-on microphone or pickup. This instrument condenser microphone rejects unwanted noise and accurately captures the true voice of your acoustic instrument.
Specifications
4099 Instrument Microphone
4099 Instrument Microphone for Loud SPL
4099 Instrument Microphone for Extreme SPL
Directional pattern Supercardioid
Principle of operation Pressure gradient
Cartridge type Pre-polarized 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 6 mV/Pa; -44 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, A-weightedTyp. 23 dB(A) re. 20 μPa (max. 26 dB(A))
Distortion, THD < 1%128 dB SPL RMS, 131 dB SPL peak
Dynamic rangeTyp. 108 dB
Max. SPL, THD 10%142 dB SPL peak
Rated output impedanceFrom MicroDot: 30 - 40 Ω. From DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC: 100 Ω
Cable drive capabilityUp to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD6001-BC/DAD4099-BC XLR Adapter
Output balance principleSignal balanced with DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR)> 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
Power supply (for full performance)For wireless systems Min. 5 V - max. 10 V through DPA adapter
With DAD6001-BC or DAD4099-BC: P48 (Phantom Power). Will work from 12 V
Current consumptionTyp. 1.5 mA (microphone). 3.5 mA with DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
ConnectorMicroDot
Weight Microphone: 17 g (0.60 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clamp Mount (CM4099): 16 g (0.56 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Accordion (AC4099): 5 g (0.18 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Bass (BC4099): 20 g (0.71 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Cello (CC4099): 13 g (0.46 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Drum (DC4099): 13 g (0.46 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Guitar (GC4099): 12 g (0.42 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Piano (PC4099): 19 g (0.67 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Sax and Trumpet (STC4099): 7 g (0.25 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Violin and Mandolin (VC4099): 10 g (0.35 oz)
Universal Instrument Microphone Clip (UC4099): 15 g (0.53 oz)
Mic Stand Mount for Instrument Microphone (MS4099): 28 g (0.99 oz): 24 g (0.85 oz)
Cold Shoe Mount with standard 1/4" in thread (CS4099): 5 g (0.18 oz)
Microphone diameter 5.7 mm (0.22 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-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR adapter)
Temperature range -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
Relative humidity (RH) Up to 90%
Gooseneck length 140 mm (5.5 in)
Sensitivity selection tolerance (at 1 kHz) ±1 dB
Colors Black
Polar pattern
Typical directional characteristics of a 4099
