DPA DPK4011 Piano Stereo Kit

About: DPA DPK4011 Piano Stereo Kit

DPK4011 Piano Stereo Kit is a versatile, compact piano kit, which is tailored specifically to accommodate the need for clean sound and limitless creativity.

We have collected our award-winning pencil mics – 4011 Cardioid Microphones, renowned in recording studios and live applications around the world. This specialized stereo kit holds the mics and accessories you need to capture fantastic sound no matter what you need. The microphones are matched within ±1 dB.

This kit was previously known as 3511ES Stereo Kit with Matched 4011ES Cardioid Microphones.

This is a complete stereo kit with two compact 4011ES Cardioid Microphones with active side cables. The mics are carefully factory-matched within ±1 dB on frequency response and sensitivity in the microphone’s entire frequency bandwidth.

The DPK4011 kit is widely described by industry professionals as a natural, warm and detailed option that offers a classic “listener perspective” and a balanced top–bottom response. This makes it a preferred choice for high-fidelity piano recordings in studio or live situations and for solo or in ensemble settings.

In addition to being one of the best piano kits available on the market, the DPK 4011 is ideal for unobtrusive spot miking, such as hanging or table use. The mic has a length of only 3.5 cm (1.4 in) and a low-key appearance. It features an integrated cable solution allowing it to be hung from the ceiling to create precise and repeatable positions and angles when spot miking orchestra sections or ambience atmospheres.

Placement and use

Due to the compact design of the microphones, they fit perfectly inside both upright and grand pianos at all desired positions. Both open and closed lids. 

The numerous fitting options contained in the kit allow for a wide range of mounting and placements, including hanging, fixed X/Y or ORTF. In addition, with the enclosed stereo boom, A/B positioning is also possible. The kit includes a shock mount that also acts as a swivel joint for fixed mounting on mic stands or with one of the enclosed magnets for internal placement. 

4011 Cardioid Microphone

The principal appeal of the 4011 Cardioid Microphone is its directional quality and attention to detail. This mic makes everything sound like the original. The first-order cardioid pickup pattern provides superb separation between sound sources.

It is equally suitable for close-up work on acoustic guitar, grand piano, overheads, percussion, wind instruments and vocals as it is for spot-miking symphonies. It can manage incredibly high sound levels.

A flat on-axis frequency response and excellent phase response deliver a faithful reproduction of the original sound. The off-axis response is similarly smooth so that any leakage is an accurate reflection of the original, though attenuated according to the true first-order cardioid pickup pattern.

Specifications

• Directional pattern: Cardioid
• Principle of operation: Pressure gradient
• Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Effective frequency range, ±2 dB, at 30 cm (11.8 in): 40 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz: 10 mV/Pa; -40 dB re. 1 V/Pa
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 18 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 20 dB(A))
• Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4: Typ. 25 dB
• Distortion, THD < 1%: 136 dB SPL RMS, 139 dB SPL peak
• Dynamic range: Typ. 121 dB
• Max. SPL, THD 10%: 144 dB SPL peak
• Rated output impedance: 100 Ω
• Minimum load impedance: 2
• Cable drive capability: 100 m (328 ft)
• Output balance principle: Impedance balancing
• Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR): > 40 dB
• Power supply (for full performance): P48 (Phantom Power)
• Current consumption: 3.5 mA
• Connector: XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase
• Weight: 109 g (3.8 oz)
• Microphone diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
• Capsule diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
• Microphone length: 35 mm (1.38 in)
• Maximum output voltage, RMS: 2.2 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%
• Matching tolerance (frequency response and sensitivity): ±1 dB
• Phase deviation for kit: < 10°
• Colors: Matte black

What's in the Box

• 2x 4011ES Pencil Microphones (matched stereo pair) 
• 2x SM4000-C Suspension Mount for Pencil Mics 
• 2x DUA0041 Foam Windscreen for Pencil Mics with Active Cable 
• 1x UA0897 Shock Mount for Pencil Microphone 
• 1x CXO4000 Compact XY/ORTF Stereo Holder 
• 2x MC4001 Microphone Clip for MMP-E Preamp with Active Cable 
• 2x DUA9003 Gooseneck Mount Modular 
• 1x Protective carrying case 
• Documentation: Calibration chart