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DPA Microphones  |  SKU: I510534-N

D:Facto 4018V Supercardioid Premium Vocal Microphone

MSRP: $125000

$1,25000 USD
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Description


Superbly Linear in Frequency and Phase, Both On- And Off-Axis - The DPA FA4018VDPAB d:facto II Supercardioid Vocal Microphone

d:facto™ series allows you to easily switch out both the capsule and the adapter to suit your needs. The d:facto™ Supercardioid Capsule features an isolation-optimized supercardioid polar pattern, designed specifically to enhance the human vocal range. It combines the directional benefits of both cardioid and supercardioid patterns, ensuring complete focus on the sound source with minimal bleed from the rear. This capsule delivers high separation and true sound clarity on stage, making it ideal for both PA amplification and recording. Its frequency response and phase are linear, both on- and off-axis, and the capsule can be replaced with any other d:facto ™ capsule if needed.


  • Extraordinarily natural sound
  • Perfectly uniform supercardioid directionality
  • High separation
  • Extreme SPL handling: 160 dB
  • Low handling noise
  • Flexible adapter system fits most professional wireless systems


SPECIFICATIONS

  • Directional pattern: Omnidirectional
  • Principle of operation: Pressure
  • Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser
  • Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, permanent third order high pass filter at 80 Hz
  • Frequency range, ±2 dB: 100 Hz - 20 kHz with typ. 3 dB soft boost at 14 kHz
  • Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz: 10 mV/Pa; -40 dB re. 1 V/Pa
  • Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 16 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 18 dB(A))
  • Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4: Typ. 28 dB (max. 30 dB)
  • S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL): Typ. 78 dB(A)
  • Total harmonic distortion (THD): < 1% up to 130 dB SPL peak
  • Dynamic range: Typ. 114 dB
  • Max. SPL, peak before clipping: 154 dB
  • Output impedance: 100 Ω
  • Minimum load impedance: 1 kΩ
  • 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): 48 V Phantom power (± 4 V)
  • Current consumption: Max. 2 mA
  • Connector: XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase
  • Color: Matte black
  • Weight: 311 g (11.0 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


Manufacturer: DPA Microphones
Model: 4018V-B-B01
SKU: I510534-N-0-WHXB
EAN: 5713055013462


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