Description
Engineered especially for vocal performances onstage, the d:facto™ holds a supercardioid capsule that is designed to reproduce every nuance of the human voice transparently, consistently and thrillingly.
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DPA – d:facto™ 4018VL Linear Vocal Microphone
DPA MicrophonesThe d:facto™ series brings true studio sound to the live stage and broadcasting studio. This version is extremely linear, engineered specifically for audio engineers who prefer setting their own unique impression on the final sound. . The modular nature of the d:facto™ series allows you to switch the capsule as well as the adapter, making it the most flexible vocal microphone available on the market.
Features
- Extraordinarily natural sound
- Perfectly uniform supercardioid directionality
- High separation
- Extreme SPL handling
- Low handling noise
- Sleek design
- Flexible adapter system fits most professional wireless systems
Additional information
| Directional pattern | Supercardioid |
|---|---|
| Principle of operation | Pressure gradient |
| Cartridge type | Pre-polarized condenser |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Effective frequency range ±2 dB, at 12 cm (4.7 in) | 40 Hz – 16 kHz |
| Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz | 5 mV/Pa; -46 dB re. 1 V/Pa |
| Equivalent noise level, A-weighted | Typ. 19 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 21 dB(A)) |
| Distortion, THD < 1% | 136 dB SPL RMS, 139 dB SPL peak |
| Dynamic range | Typ. 120 dB |
| Max. SPL, THD 10% | 160 dB SPL peak |
| Rated output impedance | 100 Ω |
| Cable drive capability | 100 m (328 ft) |
| Output balance principle | Impedance balancing with Active Drive |
| Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR) | > 50 dB at 1 kHz |
| Power supply (for full performance) | P48 (Phantom Power) |
| Current consumption | Max 2.0 mA |
| Connector | XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: – phase |
| Weight | 309 g (10.9 oz) |
| Microphone diameter | 52 mm (2.05 in) |
| Capsule diameter | 19 mm (0.75 in) |
| Microphone length | 205 mm (8.1 in) |
| Maximum output voltage, RMS | 8 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% |
| Colors | Matte black |