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USER’S MANUAL
Large Diaphragm Microphones
DPA
3541
DPA 3532-S
DPA 3532-T2
DPA 3532-SP
DPA 4041-S
DPA 4041-T2
DPA 4041-SP
Included in kit solutions
CONTENTS
Technical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Cables and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Full Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Kits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Care of Microphones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Service and Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
CE Marking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
USER’S MANUAL
Large Diaphragm Microphones
DPA
3541
DPA 3532-S
DPA 3532-T2
DPA 3532-SP
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DPA 4041-S
DPA 4041-T2
DPA 4041-SP
Included in kit solutions
The tube preamplifier MMP4000-T2 offers a slight musical 2nd harmonic distor-
tion coloration and uses a pentode vacuum tube driven as a cathode follower in
a transformerless class A unity gain output stage. The special quality sub-miniature
vacuum tube is heated via 6.3 V supplied by the HMA5000 High-Voltage
Microphone Amplifier.
Please note that the MMP4000-T2/4041-T2 (marked Tube-2 at the lower
ring) is only used with HMA4000-II or HMA5000. Any other 4041 is back-
wards compatible to the HMA4000.
For supreme transparency, the MMP4000-S solid-state preamplifier design is identi-
cal to the discrete transistor output stage used in the DPA range of high-voltage
microphones. Like the output stage of the tube preamplifier, the transistor output
stage is driven as a class A unity gain impedance converter.
Designed for use in common pro audio environments where 48 V phantom power is
a defined standard, the 4041-SP does not require the HMA5000., but can be used in
conjunction with HTP4000. Due to the limited voltage supplied to the pre-
amp, 10 dB less SPL handling is the price you pay for choosing 48 V.
The preamplifier is transformerless in its design.
All microphones are supplied with an individual calibration chart stating the
self-noise, sensitivity and frequency response.
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The modular system
The large diaphragm microphones DPA 4041-S, 4041-T2 and 4041-SP consist of
a modular cartridge and preamplifier system. The Modular Microphone Cartridge
MMC4041 can be unscrewed from the Modular Microphone Preamplifiers
MMP4000-S, MMP4000-T2 and MMP4000-SP, which allows for the exchange of the
microphone preamplifier.
The three 4041s differ in the preamplifier technology. The 4041-S contains the solid-state
preamplifier MMP4000-S whereas the 4041-T2 has the tube preamplifier MMP4000-T2.
Both are powered with 130 V from the HMA5000. The 4041-SP contains a 48 V phan-
tom powered solid-state preamplifier, the MMP4000-SP.
The cartridge
The DPA 4041-S, 4041-SP and 4041-T2 are omnidirectional (pressure) micro-
phones that use the 24 mm (1 in) Modular Microphone Cartridge, MMC4041.
The diaphragm and the cartridge housing are both made of stainless steel, which
gives the capsule a unique immunity against ambient temperature variations.
The MMC4041 back plate is placed in a quartz insulator for maximum electri-
cal stability. On the 4041-S and 4041-T2, the back plate is polarized with 190
V via the HMA5000 High-Voltage Microphone Amplifier, giving the cartridge
an extremely high sensitivity. On the 4041-SP a polarization generator in the pre-amp
is incorporated, providing the back plate with 190 V.
The microphone cartridge MMC4041 is designed to have a uniform on-axis response
from 10 Hz to 20 kHz with a 4
– 6 dB soft boost around 8 kHz (see p. 6). The
MMC4041 cartridge module has an extremely low self-noise of maximum 7 dB(A) and
a THD less than 0.5 percent at 120 dB SPL peak which means that the cartridge has
an impressive dynamic range of 113 dB. When mounted on one of the modular high
voltage microphone preamplifiers MMP4041-S or MMP4041-T2, the microphone can
handle sound pressure levels up to 144 dB SPL peak before clipping occurs. When
mounted on the MMP4041-SP preamp, 134 dB SPL peak can be handled before
clipping.
The preamplifiers
The microphone preamplifiers MMP4000-S and MMP4000-T2 are part of the
modular microphone system to be used with the Modular Microphone Cartridge
MMC4041. Both microphone preamplifiers are supplied with 130 V via the
HMA5000 microphone amplifier, enabling them to handle high level peaks from
the microphone capsule without adding any distortion to the signal. Please see full
specifications for how the choice of preamplifier will influence the specifications of the
complete microphone.
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Technical Description
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3
4
5
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130 V
DC
6.3 V
Heater voltage
190 V
DC
(Polarization voltage)
(Preamp voltage)
Ground
SignalHeater return
Ground
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Signal - phase
Signal + phase
Fig. 1. External view of the output socket of the microphone preamplifiers DPA
MMP4000-S and MMP4000-T2.
Fig. 2. External view of the output socket of the microphone preamplifier DPA
MMP4000-SP.
Cables and Connections Pin Designation
For the DPA 4041-S and 4041-T2 the dedicated DAO4110 cable is being used
between the microphone and the high-voltage amplifier.
The DPA 4041-SP uses a regular 3-pin XLR microphone cable, such as the AO0182.
Important: The microphones will only operate within their specifi-
cations if powered correctly.
Directional characteristics
Omnidirectional
Principle of operation
Pressure
Cartridge type
24 mm (1 in) condenser with stainless steel diaphragm
Frequency range, ±2 dB
4041-SP: 20 Hz to 20 kHz with 4 to 6 dB soft boost at 8 kHz
4041-S/4041-T2: 10 Hz to 20 kHz with 4 to 6 dB soft boost at 8 kHz
Phase response
Phase matching between any two microphones: ±10° (50 Hz to 20 kHz)
Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 250 Hz
4041-SP: 70 mV/Pa; -23 dB re. 1 V/Pa
4041-S: 90 mV/Pa; -21 dB re. 1 V/Pa
4041-T2: 85 mV/Pa; -22 dB re. 1 V/Pa
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Frequency Response
On-axis and diffuse-field responses of 4041.
Polar Pattern
Directional characteristics of the 4041 (normalized).
Specifications for DPA 4041
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted
4041-SP: Typ. 8 dB(A) re. 20 μPa
4041-S: Typ. 7 dB(A) re. 20 μPa
4041-T2: Typ. 9 dB(A) re. 20 μPa
Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468- 4
Max. 19 dB
S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL)
4041-SP: 86 dB; 4041-S: 87 dB; 4041-T2: 85 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
<0.5 % up to 120 dB SPL peak
<1 % up to 126 dB SPL peak
Dynamic range
4041-SP: Typ. 118 dB
4041-S: Typ. 119 dB
4041-T2: Typ. 117 dB
Max. SPL, peak before clipping
4041-SP: 134 dB
4041-S/4041-T2: 144 dB
Output impedance
4041-SP: <200 ohm
4041-S/4041-T2: Matches HMA5000 input
Cable drive capability
4041-SP: Up to 100 m (328 ft)
4041-S/4041-T2: From microphone to HMA5000: Up to 20 m (66 ft)
From HMA5000: Up to 300 m (984 ft)
Power supply
4041-SP: 48 V Phantom power
4041-S/4041-T2: 130 V via HMA5000
Connector
4041-S/T2: 7-pin modified XLR-M (High Voltage)
4041-SP: 3-pin XLR-M (Standard P48)
Dimensions
Weight: 190 g (6.7 oz)
Diameter: Capsule: 24 mm (1 in), housing: 19 mm (0.8 in)
Length: 170 mm (6.7 in)
Polarity
The 4041-S/-T2 microphones are inversed in polarity compared to
all other DPA microphones. The polarity can be reversed on the HMA5000
4041-S and 4041-T2: Positively increasing sound pressure produces negative-going voltage at Pin 4.
See Fig. 1 for Pin designation.
4041-SP: Positively increasing sound pressure produces positive going voltage at Pin 2.
See Fig. 2 for Pin designation.
Operating temperature range
-10 to +70 °C (+14 to 158 °F)
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DPA 3541
Modular Microphone Preamplifiers
MMP4000-S, Solid State Preamplifier for MMC4041, 130 V
MMP4000-T, Tube Preamplifier for MMC4041, 130 V
Modular Microphone Capsules
MMC4041, Large Diaphragm Capsule
Microphone Amplifier
HMA5000, High-Voltage Microphone Amplifier, 2-channel
Shock Mounts
UA0897, Shock Mount
Windscreens
DUA0040 , Windscreen for 4041
DUA0090, Pop filter
Cable
DAO4110 , Microphone Cable for 4041-S/-T2, 10 m (32.8 ft)
DPA 3532-S Stereo Kit
Modular Microphone Preamplifiers
2 x MMP4000-S, Solid State Preamplifier for MMC4041, 130 V
Modular Microphone Capsules
2 x MMC4041, Large Diaphragm Capsules
Microphone Amplifier
HMA5000, High-Voltage Microphone Amplifier, 2-channel
Stereo Accessories
UA0836, Stereo Boom with Holders
Windscreens
2 x DUA0040, Windscreen for 4041
Cables
2 x DAO4110, Microphone Cable for 4041-S/-T2, 10 m (32.8 ft)
DPA 3532-T2 Stereo Kit
Modular Microphone Preamplifiers
MMP4000-T2, Tube Preamplifier for MMC4041, 130 V
Modular Microphone Capsules
2 x MMC4041, Large Diaphragm Capsules
Microphone Amplifier
HMA5000, High-Voltage Microphone Amplifier, 2-channel
Stereo Accessories
UA0836, Stereo Boom with Holders
Windscreens
2 x DUA0040, Windscreen for 4041
Cables
2 x DAO4110, Microphone Cable for 4041-S/-T2, 10 m (32.8 ft)
DPA 3532-SP Stereo Kit
Modular Microphone Preamplifiers
2 x MMP4000-SP, Solid State Preamplifier for MMC4041, P48
Modular Microphone Capsules
2 x MMC4041, Large Diaphragm Capsules
Stereo Accessories
UA0836, Stereo Boom with Holders
Windscreens
2 x DUA0040, Windscreen for 4041
Large Diaphragm Microphone Kits
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Accessories included 4041-S, 4041-T2 & 4041-SP
Modular Microphone Preamplifiers
MMP4000-S Solid State Preamplifier for MMC4041, 130 V (Only 4041-S)
MMP4000-T2 Tube Preamplifier for MMC4041, 130 V (Only 4041-T2)
MMP4000-SP Solid State Preamplifier for MMC4041, P48 (Only 4041-SP)
Modular Microphone Capsule
MMC4041 Large Diaphragm Capsule
Microphone Holder
UA0961 Microphone Holder
Accessories Available
Modular Microphone Preamplifiers
MMP4000-S Solid State Preamplifier for 4041, 130 V
MMP4000-T2 Tube Preamplifier for MMC4041, 130 V
MMP4000-SP Solid State Preamplifier for MMC4041, P48
Shock Mount
UA0897 Shock Mount
Microphone Holder
UA0639 Microphone Clip
Stereo Accessories
UA0836 Stereo Boom with Holders
UA0837 Stereo Boom excluding Holders
Windscreen
DUA0090 Pop filter
Cables
DAO4110 DAO4110, Microphone Cable for 4041-S/-T2, 10 m (32.8 ft)
AO0182 P48 Microphone Cable, 5 m (16.4 ft)
Connection Adapter
HTP4000 Converter: 130 V to P48
It is important to bear in mind
the following points with regards
to mounting and microphone
care:
The Pop filter DUA0090 is fitted
between the microphone stand
and the microphone holder.
The UA0897 Shock Mount is
mounted on the pop filter base.
Use the counter screw to posi-
tion the shock mount correctly.
Assemble the cartridge and premplifier modules of your choice. Assemble the mod-
ules using finger torque only (see below). When detaching or attaching the cartridge
MMC4041 from the microphone preamplifier, the cable must be disconnected.
Do not try to attach the micro-
phone cartridge MMC4041 to
any microphone preamplifier that
is not specifically designed for
this purpose.
Do not try to attach the
microphone preamplifiers
MMP4000-S, MMP4000-T2 or
MMP4000-SP to any micro-
phone cartridge that is not
specifically designed for this
purpose.
Use of windscreen is recommended when microphones are used in dirty or dusty
environments. When not in use, the microphone should be disconnected and kept in the
case supplied.
Accessories Care of Microphones
Change the cartridge by unscrewing it from
the preamplifier using finger torque only.
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SERVICE & REPAIR
Products from DPA Microphones are extremely stable and there should not be
any significant change in the specifications with time and use. If, however, you are
not satisfied with the characteristics exhibited by your product, contact your nearest
DPA Microphones representative for further details of service and the repair facilities
that are available.
WARRANTY
DPA 4041 is covered by a five year limited warranty on both mechanical functional-
ity and documented specifications as long as the item is not mistreated, abused,
or modified in any way. In case of a warranty claim, your invoice is your warranty
registration.
CE MARKING
The CE mark guarantees that the product described in this manual conforms to rel-
evant directives and standards approved by the European Commission:
EMC directive: 2004/108/EEC
Low voltage directive: 2006/95/EC
ENVIRoNMENTAl PolICY
This product is comprised by the WEEE directive and should not be thrown in the
garbage bin when obsolete. Instead, return it to your local DPA representative (or DPA
Microphones directly) who will dispose of the product in accordance with the current
environmental standards.
Find your nearest DPA representative on our website, www.dpamicrophones.com, or
send e-mail to info@dpamicrophones.com.
© July 2010, DPA Microphones A/S
Product features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
DPI4041-4
Head Office
DPA Microphones A/S
Gydevang 42-44
DK-3450 Alleroed, Denmark
Tel: +45 4814 2828
Fax: +45 4814 2700
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US Sales Office
DPA Microphones, Inc.
2432 N. Main St., Suite 200
Longmont, CO 80501, USA
Tel: +1 303 485 1025
Fax: +1 303 485 6470
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