DPA Microphones d:fine 4088 Classic Cardioid Directional Headset Microphone with Microdot Termination, Dual-Ear, Adaptor Required, 100Hz-20kHz, Beige

SKU: DPA4088F MFR: 4088-DL-A-F00-LH
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Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear audio with this DPA headset microphone, perfect for presenters.
  • Achieve superior sound quality with the cardioid pattern, minimizing background noise effectively.
  • Enjoy comfortable, secure fit with the dual-ear design, ideal for long performances or broadcasts.
  • The MicroDot termination ensures versatile connectivity with various wireless systems; adapter needed.
  • Capture every nuance with a wide 100Hz-20kHz frequency range, enhancing vocal clarity.
  • Rely on exceptional durability and performance with this DPA microphone, a sound investment.
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DPA Microphones d:fine 4088-F Classic Cardioid Directional Headset Mic, Beige Specifications

  • Directional characteristics

    Cardioid

  • Principle of operation

    Pressure gradient

  • Cartridge type

    Pre-polarized condenser element with vertical diaphragm

  • Sensitivity

    Nominal +/-3dB at 1kHz: 6mV/Pa
    44dB re. 1V/Pa

  • Equivalent noise level

    A-Weighted:
    Typical: 26dBA re. 20½Pa
    Maximum: 28dBA

    ITU-R BS.468-4:
    Typical: 38dB
    Maximum: 40dB

  • S/N ratio

    re. 1kHz at 1Pa (94dB SPL): 68dB (A)

  • Total harmonic distortion (THD)

    < 1 % up to 123dB SPL peak
    < 1 % up to 120dB SPL RMS sine

  • Dynamic range

    Typical: 97dB

  • Max. SPL

    Peak before clipping: 144dB

  • Output impedance

    30-40Ohms

  • Cable drive capability

    Up to 984' / 299.93m

  • Power supply

    For wireless systems: Min. 5V - max. 50V through DPA adapter
    With DAD6001-BC/DAD6024/DAD4099: 48 V phantom power +/-4 V for full performance

  • Connector

    MicroDot termination

  • Cable length

    3.9' / 1.19m

  • Cable diameter

    0.06" / 1.52mm

  • Polarity

    Positively increasing sound pressure produces positive going voltage on MicroDot pin

  • Operating temperature range

    -10 to 45 deg. C / 14 to 113 deg. F

  • Dimensions (Dia. x L)

    Microphone: 0.25 x 11" / 6.35 x 279.40mm

  • Weight

    Microphone include cable and MicroDot connector: 14g / 0.49oz

  • Frequency range

    100Hz-20kHz (4-6dB soft boost at 15 kHz), +/- 2dB

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About DPA Microphones d:fine 4088-F Classic Cardioid Directional Headset Mic, Beige

DPA 4088 is a miniature cardioid headset mic built on the finest DPA experiences in microphone design and manufacturing, providing the best sounding directional headworn microphone available today for performing talent of various sorts. Open, natural and reliable are the most describing words for this microphone. The high quality of the microphone itself means that you will hear the sound of the voice right away - not the microphone. In acoustically demanding live performance environments, where background noise and feedback is a concern, the 4088 will tackle these challenges with ease.

The smooth and elegant design of the 4088 makes it the most invisible headworn cardioid microphone today. Sound quality, visual elegance and versatility go hand in hand to transform every show into the performance of a lifetime. The capsule is a pre-polarized first order pressure gradient transducer, hidden in a small and lightweight housing with dimensions just slightly larger than their omni capsules. The mechanical design is based on the proven quality of the 4066 headset microphone. The headset mount is exactly the same; the boom however is 3 centimeters longer in order to meet the need for placement at the corner of the mouth. The flexibility and stability of this construction is unique and has no equal. Available in three colors: black, beige and brown and also available with connector.

DPA Microphones d:fine 4088-F Classic Cardioid Directional Headset Mic, Beige Features

  • Open and natural sound
  • Unequalled flexibility and stability
  • Available in three colors and three sizes

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 24 months.

Key Features

  • Experience crystal-clear audio with this DPA headset microphone, perfect for presenters.
  • Achieve superior sound quality with the cardioid pattern, minimizing background noise effectively.
  • Enjoy comfortable, secure fit with the dual-ear design, ideal for long performances or broadcasts.
  • The MicroDot termination ensures versatile connectivity with various wireless systems; adapter needed.
  • Capture every nuance with a wide 100Hz-20kHz frequency range, enhancing vocal clarity.
  • Rely on exceptional durability and performance with this DPA microphone, a sound investment.

What's in the box:

  • DPA Microphones d:fine 4088 Classic Cardioid Directional Headset Microphone with Microdot Termination
  • 5x Foam Windscreen
  • DPA Microphones 2 Year Limited Warranty