DPA 4018 Supercardioid Microphone User guide

DPA
Brand
DPA
Model
4018 Supercardioid Microphone
Category
Microphones
Type
User guide

DPA 4018 Supercardioid Microphone is a compact and versatile microphone that can be used for a wide range of applications. It has a supercardioid polar pattern, which makes it ideal for capturing sound from a specific direction while minimizing background noise. The microphone also has a wide frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz, making it suitable for recording a variety of sources, including vocals, instruments, and sound effects.

The DPA 4018 Supercardioid Microphone is also very durable, with a rugged construction that can withstand the rigors of live performance and studio recording. It also has a low self-noise of 16 dB(A), making it ideal for capturing even the most delicate sounds.

DPA 4018 Supercardioid Microphone is a compact and versatile microphone that can be used for a wide range of applications. It has a supercardioid polar pattern, which makes it ideal for capturing sound from a specific direction while minimizing background noise. The microphone also has a wide frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz, making it suitable for recording a variety of sources, including vocals, instruments, and sound effects.

The DPA 4018 Supercardioid Microphone is also very durable, with a rugged construction that can withstand the rigors of live performance and studio recording. It also has a low self-noise of 16 dB(A), making it ideal for capturing even the most delicate sounds.

d:dicate™ 4018C Supercardioid Microphone, Compact
A combination of the MMC4018 Microphone Capsule and the MMP-C
Preamplifier, this mic is part of the modular d:dicate™ Recording Mi-
crophones series. At any time and with no tools necessary it is possible
to transform the basic 4018C Microphone into a new configuration
by combining it with another d:dicate™ Microphone Capsule or
Preamplifier.
Performance
Mount the foam windscreen on the mic head whenever used outdoors
or in air turbulent situations such as close miking voice in order to
prevent wind or pop noise.
With each d:dicate™ Microphone Capsule, comes a unique calibration
chart that shows the exact frequency response of the purchased
capsule measured with a linear MMP-A Preamplifier.
Typical on- and off-axis and frequency responses for a MMC4018 at
30 cm (1ft):
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4018A Supercardioid Microphone
A combination of the MMC4018 mic capsule and the MMP-A
preamplifi er, the 4018A supercardioid mic is part of the modular DPA
d:dicate™ Recording Microphones series. At any time and with no
tools necessary it is transform the basic 4018A microphone into a new
confi guration by combining it with another DPA microphone capsule
or preamp.
PERFORMANCE
Mount the foam windscreen on the mic head whenever used outdoors
or in air turbulent situations such as close miking voice in order to
prevent wind- or pop noise.
With each DPA microphone capsule, comes a unique calibration chart
that shows the exact frequency response of the purchased capsule
measured with a linear MMP-A preamp.
Typical on- and off-axis frequency responses for a MMC4018 at 30
cm (1 ft):
ATTENUATION PAD
The MMP-A preamplifi er has a 20 dB attenuation push-switch at the
XLR output connector. Use a pencil or the like to activate the attenua-
tor and lower output by 20 dB.
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4018A is covered by fi ve-year limited warranty.
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Service & repair
If you are not satisfied with the characteristics exhibited by this product, please go to
www.dpamicrophones.com/service for instructions.
Warranty
The d:dicate™ 4018C Supercardioid Microphone, Compact is covered by a five-year limited warranty.
CE marking
This product conforms to all relevant directives approved by the European Commision.
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Directional pattern
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Principle of operation
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Directional pattern
Supercardioid
Principle of operation
Pressure gradient
Cartridge type
Pre-polarized condenser
Frequency range
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Frequency range, ± 2 dB, at 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 % 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 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
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 to 45 °C (-40 to 113 °F)
Relative Humidity (RH)
Up to 90%
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DPA 4018 Supercardioid Microphone User guide

DPA
Brand
DPA
Model
4018 Supercardioid Microphone
Category
Microphones
Type
User guide

DPA 4018 Supercardioid Microphone is a compact and versatile microphone that can be used for a wide range of applications. It has a supercardioid polar pattern, which makes it ideal for capturing sound from a specific direction while minimizing background noise. The microphone also has a wide frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz, making it suitable for recording a variety of sources, including vocals, instruments, and sound effects.

The DPA 4018 Supercardioid Microphone is also very durable, with a rugged construction that can withstand the rigors of live performance and studio recording. It also has a low self-noise of 16 dB(A), making it ideal for capturing even the most delicate sounds.

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