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The d:dicate 4006A Omnidirectional Microphone has a frequency response ranging from 10Hz to 20kHz.
The d:dicate 4006A has an omnidirectional polar pattern, picking up sound from all directions. It comes with acoustic modification accessories, allowing it to be transformed into different microphone versions for various recording situations.
The d:dicate 4006A captures sound with exceptional detail and depth, making it ideal for a wide range of instruments and vocals.
The d:dicate 4006A features a professional-grade preamplifier, a precision-engineered 16mm capsule, and a range of acoustic modification accessories. It is known for its versatility, neutrality, and precision in sound reproduction.
The d:dicate 4006A is suitable for a variety of recording situations, from live performances and studio sessions to symphonic concert hall recordings. It excels on vocals and for close-miking instruments like grand piano, guitar, double bass, and percussion.
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Omnidirectional
Pressure
Pre-polarized condenser
10Hz-20kHz
+/- 2dB: 10Hz-20kHz
Nominal +/- 2dB at 250Hz: 40mV/Pa
-28dB re. 1V/Pa
A-Weighted:
Typical: 15dB(A) re. 20½Pa
Maximum: 17dB(A)
ITU-R BS.468-4:
Typical: 27dB
Maximum: 29dB
(A-weighted) re. 1kHz at 1Pa (94dB SPL): Typ. 79dB(A)
< 1 % up to 139dB SPL peak
Typical: 124dB
Peak before clipping: 147dB
0dB / -20dB
<200Ohms
2kOhms
328' / 99.98m
Impedance balancing with Active Drive
>60dB
48V Phantom power (+/-4V)
2.8mA
XLR-3M
Pin 1: shield
Pin 2: signal + phase
Pin 3: - phase
> 5V RMS
+V at pin 2 for positive sound pressure
-40 to 45 deg. C / -40 to 113 deg. F
Up to 90%
Conforms to IEC 61672 Class I (with Near-field Grid DD0251)
+/- 0.5dB
< 5 deg.
0.63 to 0.75" / 16 to 19.05mm
6.7" / 170.18mm
0.63" / 16.00mm
163g / 5.75oz
5713055003524







Take your audio recording to unparalleled heights with the d:dicate 4006A Omnidirectional Microphone, a high-quality, professional-grade instrument that stands as a paragon of acoustic purity. Renowned for its timeless transparency, the DPA 4006A has cemented its place as a global recording standard, celebrated for capturing sound with exceptional detail and depth.
Crafted for the discerning audio professional, this durable and reliable microphone boasts a pristine frequency response ranging from 10Hz to 20kHz, ensuring that every nuance of your audio is faithfully reproduced. The omnidirectional polar pattern offers unmatched versatility, picking up sound with equal sensitivity from all directions, which makes it an ideal choice for a multitude of recording environmentsf from live performances to studio sessions.
The innovative design of the d:dicate 4006A includes a state-of-the-art preamplifier and a precision-engineered 16mm capsule, which together deliver a sound reproduction that is as natural as it is precise. This microphone is particularly adept at handling a wide spectrum of instruments, with its high-frequency characteristics shining on everything from symphonic concert hall recordings to intimate vocal performances.
The d:dicate 4006A is not just a microphone, but a suite of sonic possibilities. With a selection of acoustic modification accessories, such as a nose cone and interchangeable protection grids, you can tailor the microphone to suit the specific needs of your recording session. These accessories enable the 4006A to morph acoustically into different microphone versions without the phase shift, noise, or distortion typically associated with electrical filters.
In summary, the d:dicate 4006A is a microphone that embodies neutrality, versatility, and precision, making it a recording standard for engineers, broadcasters, and musicians seeking clean, natural, and precise sound reproduction. Whether you're capturing the subtle dynamics of a grand piano, the rich tones of a double bass, or the intricate details of percussion, the d:dicate 4006A is the microphone that will elevate your recordings to professional excellence.
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