DPA 4006C Compact Omnidirectional Condenser Mic
Model: 4006C
About: DPA 4006C Compact Omnidirectional Condenser Mic
The 4006 Omni Mic offers total transparency in any recording situation. It picks up incredible detail and depth of sound. The definition of its high-frequency characteristics across a wide range of instruments is impressive. It offers natural sound, high sensitivity, low noise-floor and linear frequency response from 10 to 20 kHz (±2 dB).
Built on Earth, tested on Mars
NASA’s Mars 2020 Rover took off on July 30, 2020 for a seven-month journey to the mysterious Red Planet. It touched down successfully on February 18, 2021 with a DPA 4006 Omnidirectional, an MMA-A Digital Audio Interface and an MMP-G Modular Active Cable in tow.
This omnidirectional condenser microphone is linear and true in character. It has earned its status as a worldwide recording standard and is our most popular pencil mic. This highly sought after mic has forged its enviable reputation over the past quarter of a century by repeatedly exhibiting its total transparency in any recording situation.
4006C Compact Omni Mic
Whenever a small, lightweight and inconspicuous microphone for top-quality recording is required, the 4006C Compact Omni Mic is the perfect choice. The mic design is compact and clean.This is a very versatile recording microphone. It is popular as an A-B stereo pair in concert halls where quality recordings can sometimes be compromised by classic architecture. The mic can be mounted, hung or concealed to create clean, transparent recordings.
It is ideal for use in theatres, opera houses, concert halls and houses of worship – anywhere there is a live audience. It can also be for film recordings, both in the studio and on location. Musicians like to use this omnidirectional condenser microphone to close mic some instruments, such as the double bass, trumpet and piano. At the same time, they are fantastic for ambience miking on soundstages, in sports stadiums and other environments where audience sound needs to be recorded.
Specifications
- Directional pattern: Omnidirectional
- Principle of operation: Pressure
- Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser
- Frequency response: 10 Hz - 20 kHz
- Effective frequency range ±2 dB: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 250 Hz: 40 mV/Pa; -28 dB re. 1 V/Pa
- Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 15 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 17 dB(A))
- Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4: Typ. 27 dB (max. 29 dB)
- Distortion, THD < 1%: 131 dB SPL RMS, 134 dB SPL peak
- Dynamic range: Typ. 119 dB
- Max. SPL, THD 10%: 139 dB SPL peak
- Rated output impedance: 100 Ω
- Minimum load impedance: 2 kΩ
- Cable drive capability: 100 m (328 ft)
- Output balance principle: Impedance balancing with Active Drive
- Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR): > 50 dB
- Power supply (for full performance): P48 (Phantom Power)
- Current consumption: 2.8 mA
- Connector: XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase
- Color: Matte black
- Weight: 63 g (2.2 oz)
- Microphone diameter: 16 - 19 mm (0.6 - 0.75 in)
- Capsule diameter: 16 mm (0.6 in)
- Microphone length: 64 mm (2.5 in)
- Maximum output voltage, RMS: 4.5 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): ±0.5 dB
- Phase deviation for kit: < 5°
UPC: 5713055005122
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Warranty: DPA 4006C Compact Omnidirectional Condenser Mic
AVShop.ca Warranty:
30 Days
Manufacturer's Warranty:
All DPA microphones are covered by warranty for a minimum of two years. Some of them come with a five-year warranty.
The five-year warranty is valid for the following microphones: The d:facto™ Vocal Microphone with the 4018V capsule and all d:dicate™ microphones except the 2006 and 2011.
The DPA warranty covers:
- Only the microphone
- Mechanical functionality
- Documented specifications
Manufacturer's Warranty will cover parts, labour and return shipping back to you once repaired. Shipping into the service centre is not covered
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