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DPA – 4099 Instrument Microphone

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Bring more clarity and details to your music, across the entire dynamic range.

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Description

The 4099 is already the recognized standard for this type of microphone and the CORE version adds just another layer of sound quality that further distances this mic from its competitors. 4099 CORE brings more clarity and details to your music, across the entire dynamic range. Anyone looking for the very highest sound quality should choose CORE – every musician, live sound engineer and anyone else who takes pride in quality audio.

CORE by DPA is a powerful new technology at the heart of DPA miniature microphones. We’ve minimized distortion. From pianissimo to forte, you will experience increased clarity and openness. Learn more about CORE by DPA.

From the piano to guitar; strings to woodwinds; brass to percussion, the 4099 Series sounds equally impressive on them all. This one microphone model can beautifully reinforce an entire orchestra. You can move the mic to another instrument; just make sure you have the right type of clip to mount it correctly.The award-winning 4099 Series gives you a much more natural sound than any clip-on microphone or pickup. This instrument condenser microphone rejects unwanted noise and accurately captures the true voice of your acoustic instrument.

This microphone comes in two versions:

  • 4099 CORE Mic, Loud SPL (red marking on gooseneck) – used to close-mike most types of instruments
  • 4099 CORE Mic, Extreme SPL (yellow marking on gooseneck) – used to close-mike extremely loud instruments, such as drums and some brass

The 4099 CORE also features an enhanced shock mount design, providing excellent isolation from handling noise and rumble. Detachable cables are available in heavy duty or lightweight versions, depending on the application – both are designed to withstand the rigors of daily use. A versatile, integrated gooseneck extender provides easy and repeatable mounting.

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4099 Instrument Microphone captures the true sound of any instrument

From the piano to guitar; strings to woodwinds; brass to percussion, the 4099 Instrument Microphone sounds equally impressive on them all. This one microphone model can beautifully reinforce an entire orchestra. You can move the mic to another instrument; just make sure you have the right type of clip to mount it correctly. The 4099 gives you a much more natural sound than any clip-on microphone or pickup. It is a condenser microphone that effectively rejects unwanted noise and accurately captures the true voice of your acoustic instrument.

Additional information

Directional pattern

4099 for Loud SPL: Supercardioid
4099 for Extreme SPL: Supercardioid

Principle of operation

4099 for Loud SPL: Pressure gradient
4099 for Extreme SPL: Pressure gradient

Cartridge type

4099 for Loud SPL: Pre-polarized condenser
4099 for Extreme SPL: Pre-polarized condenser

Frequency response

4099 for Loud SPL: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
4099 for Extreme SPL: 20 Hz – 20 kHz

Effective frequency range ±2 dB, at 20 cm (7.9 in)

4099 for Loud SPL: 80 Hz – 15 kHz with 2 dB soft boost at 10-12 kHz. Second order low-cut filter at 80 Hz with DAD4099-BC
4099 for Extreme SPL: 80 Hz – 15 kHz with 2 dB soft boost at 10-12 kHz. Second order low-cut filter at 80 Hz with DAD4099-BC

Sensitivity, nominal, ±3 dB at 1 kHz

4099 for Loud SPL: 6 mV/Pa; -44 dB re. 1 V/Pa
4099 for Extreme SPL: 2 mV/Pa; -54 dB re. 1 V/Pa

Equivalent noise level, A-weighted

4099 for Loud SPL: Typ. 23 dB(A) re. 20 μPa (max. 26 dB(A))
4099 for Extreme SPL: Typ. 28 dB(A) re. 20 μPa (max. 31 dB(A))

Distortion, THD < 1%

4099 for Loud SPL: 128 dB SPL RMS, 131 dB SPL peak
4099 for Extreme SPL: 134 dB SPL RMS, 137 dB SPL peak

Dynamic range

4099 for Loud SPL: Typ. 108 dB
4099 for Extreme SPL: Typ. 109 dB

Max. SPL, THD 10%

4099 for Loud SPL: 142 dB SPL peak
4099 for Extreme SPL: 152 dB SPL peak

Rated output impedance

4099 for Loud SPL: From MicroDot: 30 – 40 Ω. From DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC: 100 Ω
4099 for Extreme SPL: From MicroDot: 30 – 40 Ω. From DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC: 100 Ω

Cable drive capability

4099 for Loud SPL: Up to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD6001-BC/DAD4099-BC XLR Adapter
4099 for Extreme SPL: Up to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD6001-BC/DAD4099-BC XLR Adapter

Output balance principle

4099 for Loud SPL: Signal balanced with DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
4099 for Extreme SPL: Signal balanced with DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter

Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR)

4099 for Loud SPL: > 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
4099 for Extreme SPL: > 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter

Power supply (for full performance)

4099 for Loud SPL: For wireless systems: Min. 5 V – max. 10 V through DPA adapter
With DAD6001-BC or DAD4099-BC: P48 (Phantom Power). Will work from 12 V
4099 for Extreme SPL: For wireless systems: Min. 5 V – max. 10 V through DPA adapter
With DAD6001-BC or DAD4099-BC: P48 (Phantom Power). Will work from 12 V

Current consumption

4099 for Loud SPL: Typ. 1.5 mA (microphone). 3.5 mA with DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
4099 for Extreme SPL: Typ. 1.5 mA (microphone). 3.5 mA with DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter

Connector

4099 for Loud SPL: MicroDot
4099 for Extreme SPL: MicroDot

Color

4099 for Loud SPL: Black
4099 for Extreme SPL: Black

Weight

Microphone: 17 g (0.60 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clamp Mount (CM4099): 16 g (0.56 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Accordion (AC4099): 5 g (0.18 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Bass (BC4099): 20 g (0.71 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Cello (CC4099): 13 g (0.46 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Drum (DC4099): 13 g (0.46 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Guitar (GC4099): 12 g (0.42 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Piano (PC4099): 19 g (0.67 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Sax and Trumpet (STC4099): 7 g (0.25 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Violin and Mandolin (VC4099): 10 g (0.35 oz)
Universal Instrument Microphone Clip (UC4099): 15 g (0.53 oz)
Mic Stand Mount (MS4099): 27.5 g (0.97 oz)
Cold Shoe Mount with standard 1/4" in thread (CS4099): 5 g (0.18 oz)

Microphone diameter

4099 for Loud SPL: 5.7 mm (0.22 in)
4099 for Extreme SPL: 5.7 mm (0.22 in)

Microphone length

4099 for Loud SPL: 45 mm (1.8 in)
4099 for Extreme SPL: 45 mm (1.8 in)

Cable length

4099 for Loud SPL: 1.8 m (5.9 ft)
4099 for Extreme SPL: 1.8 m (5.9 ft)

Cable diameter

4099 for Loud SPL: 1.6 mm (0.06 in) / 2.2 mm (0.09 in)
4099 for Extreme SPL: 1.6 mm (0.06 in) / 2.2 mm (0.09 in)

Polarity

4099 for Loud SPL: +V at MicroDot pin for positive sound pressure (and pin 2 on DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR adapter)
4099 for Extreme SPL: +V at MicroDot pin for positive sound pressure (and pin 2 on DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR adapter)

Temperature range

4099 for Loud SPL: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
4099 for Extreme SPL: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)

Relative humidity (RH)

4099 for Loud SPL: Up to 90%
4099 for Extreme SPL: Up to 90%

Gooseneck length

4099 for Loud SPL: 140 mm (5.5 in)
4099 for Extreme SPL: 140 mm (5.5 in)

Sensitivity selection tolerance (at 1 kHz)

4099 for Loud SPL: ±1 dB
4099 for Extreme SPL: –

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