DPA d:dicate ST4015C Compact Cardioid Stereo Pair Kit

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Details

A complete Stereo Pair with two carefully factory-matched d:dicate™ ST4015C Wide Cardioid Microphones. Even though the standard tolerances on d:dicate™ series are extremely low, a stereo match is even closer. These mics are matched within ±1 dB on both frequency response and sensitivity.

Visually discreet, the d:dicate™ 4015C Wide Cardioid Microphone, Compact represents an indispensably low-profile solution for audio engineers and set designers alike. Tremendously precise and natural sounding, these mics will certainly exceed expectations when used on choirs, percussion setups, grand pianos, wind instruments and much more.

The foam design in the heavy-duty transportation box allows for fast and easy exchange of the microphone/accessory inlays.

The microphone capsule

The off-axis characteristics of the MMC4015 Wide Cardioid Microphone Capsule are totally linear, a unique quality when it comes to authentic sound reproduction. Any leakage that occurs from off-axis sound sources is still a faithful reproduction of these sounds, just softly attenuated.

Sometimes a conventional cardioid pattern just isn’t quite open enough. Recording orchestras or other ensembles sometimes requires a compromise between blending in the room reverberation and a more precise localization. When recording instruments with complex radiation patterns, the wide cardioid (also known as hemispheric) design covers a greater sound angle and is an excellent choice. This is the often ideal mic for recording grand piano, guitar, marimba, and percussion, or as a spot mic for groups in a symphony orchestra. Likewise, it is an excellent speech, dubbing, or vocal mic as its enhanced richness on the bass end nicely compliments many voices.

A truly flexible range

This mic is part of the flexible d:dicate™ Microphone Series. At any time, and with no tools needed, it is possible to transform the d:dicate™ 4015C Wide Cardioid Microphone, Compact into a new configuration. You can combine it with another d:dicate™ or d:facto™ Microphone Capsule or Preamplifier.

The d:dicate™ 4015C Wide Cardioid Microphone, Compact is also available as a single microphone.

Features

The product offers the following features

Low profile – wide pickup area

Natural reproduction

Directional ambience pickup

Carefully matched within ±1 dB

Peli™ Case transportation and protection

Modular flexibility

Included

2 - MMC4015 WIDE CARDIOID MICROPHONE CAPSULE (MMC4015)
2 - MMP-C COMPACT MICROPHONE PREAMP (MMP-C)
2 - CLIP FOR D:DICATE™ (UA0639)
2 - FOAM WINDSCREEN FOR D:DICATE™ Ø19 MM, LENGTH 56 MM (2.2 IN) (DUA0020)
1 - PELI™ CASE FOR D:DICATE™ MICROPHONES (KE0002)

Specs

d:dicate™ Recording Microphones ST4015C STEREO PAIR WITH TWO 4015C, CLIPS AND WINDSCREENS IN PELI™ CASE

Directional pattern: Wide cardioid

Principle of operation: Pressure gradient

Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser

Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz

Frequency range, ±2 dB, at 60 cm (23.6 in): 40 Hz - 20 kHz

Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz: 10 mV/Pa; -40 dB re. 1 V/Pa

Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 18 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 20 dB(A))

Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4: Typ. 25 dB

S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL): Typ. 76 dB(A)

Total harmonic distortion (THD): < 1% up to 139 dB SPL peak

Dynamic range: Typ. 121 dB

Max. SPL, peak before clipping: 152 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 (for full performance): 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 V

Polarity: +V at pin 2 for positive sound pressure

Temperature range: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)

Relative humidity (RH): Up to 90%

Matching tolerance (frequency response and sensitivity): ±1 dB

Phase deviation for kit: < 10°

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