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Cardioid
Pressure gradient
Pre-polarized condenser
20 Hz - 20 kHz
+/-2 dB, Near field 2-3cm (0.8 - 1.2"): 100 Hz - 20 kHz (4 - 6 dB soft boost at 15 kHz)
Nominal, +/-3 dB at 1 kHz: 6 mV/Pa; 44 dB re. 1 V/Pa
A-weighted: Typ. 26 dB(A) re. 20 MuPa (max. 28 dB(A))
ITU-R BS.468-4: Typ. 38 dB (max. 40 dB)
A-weighted, re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL): Typ. 68 dB (A)
< 1% up to 123 dB SPL peak; < 1% up to 120 dB SPL RMS sine
Typ. 97 dB
144 dB
30 - 40 Ohms
Up to 300m (984.24')
For wireless systems: Min. 5 V - max. 50 V through DPA adapter
With DAD6001-BC/DAD6024/DAD4099: 48V phantom power +/-4 V for full performance
TA4F Mini-XLR
-40 to 45 deg. C (-40 to 113 deg. F)
Up to 90%
5.5mm (0.22")
11mm (0.43")
1.2m (3.94')
1.6mm (0.06")
14g (0.49 oz) including Cable and connector
Over the years, the d:fine Legacy 4088 Directional Headset Microphone has established itself as a quintessential tool for professionals seeking high-quality, reliable audio capture. Renowned for its pristine sound quality, this small, black headset microphone is a testament to innovation and versatility in the realm of vocal performance and spoken word applications.
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The microphone's flexible adapter system is compatible with most professional wireless systems, highlighting its versatility. This system allows for seamless integration with a range of wireless solutions from industry-leading brands such as Lectrosonics, Sennheiser, Shure, Sony, Wisycom, and Zaxcom, among others. The adaptability of the d:fine 4088 ensures that it can evolve with changing technology and user needs, safeguarding your investment in exceptional sound quality for the long term.
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The d:fine Legacy 4088's bass response is meticulously calibrated for linearity at a close range of 2-3cm (1") from the sound source, which contributes to its superior background noise rejection and feedback avoidance. This precision highlights the microphone's robustness and consistency across a wide dynamic range, with minimal distortion at all SPLs.
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