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DPA 4012 Cardioid Microphone Matched Pair - Used From DPA (B&K)
Type 4012 is acoustically identical with the popular Type 4011-TL, but differs in the powering method which enables the 4012 to handle extreme sound pressure levels. This listing is for a Factory-Matched Pair (with Matching Sheet showing that they are matched as non-consecutive serial numbers). In Used, Excellent Condition with Factory Cases and Boxes.
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These are extremely hard to find used! Especially in a Matched Pair, in such nice condition! This listing is for a Factory-Matched Pair (with Matching Sheet showing that they are matched as non-consecutive serial numbers). In Used, Excellent Condition with Factory Cases and Boxes.
Manufacturer's Description from DPA (B&K)
The Cardioid Microphone 4012 is a hi-voltage (130 V) condenser microphone with a linear frequency response from 40 Hz to 20 kHz (±2 dB) and an incredible SPL handling capability of 168 dB SPL peak before clipping occurs.
The off-axis characteristics of the 4012 Cardioid Microphone are totally linear, a unique quality which has taken a lot of attention to obtain. So any leakage that occurs from off-axis sound sources is still a faithful reproduction of these sounds, though attenuated according to the true first order cardioid pick-up pattern.
Holder and windscreen are included.
About Manufacturer
DPA Microphones A/S is a leading manufacturer of high quality condenser microphones and microphone solutions for professional applications in studio, broadcast, theatre, video/film, houses of worship, teleconference and sound reinforcement environments.
Specifications
| Directional characteristics: | Cardioid |
|---|---|
| Principle of operation: | Pressure gradient |
| Cartridge type: | 19 mm (0.75 in) pre-polarized condenser |
| Frequency range, ± 2 dB: | On-axis: 40 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB: | 12 mV/Pa; -38 dB re 1 V/Pa |
| Equivalent noise level A-weighted: | Typ. 19 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 20 dB(A)) |
| Equiv. noise level ITU-R BS.468-4: | Typ. 25 dB |
| S/N ratio, re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL): | 75 dB(A) |
| Total harmonic distortion (THD): | <0.5% up to 110 dB SPL peak, <1% up to 116 dB SPL peak |
| Dynamic range: | Typ. 97 dB |
| Max. SPL, peak before clipping: | 168 dB |
| Output impedance: | Matches HMA5000 input |
| Cable drive capability: | From microphones to HMA5000: Up to 20 m (66 ft), from HMA5000: Up to 300 m (984 ft) |
| Power supply: | 130 V via HMA5000 |
| Connector: | 4-pin modified XLR-M (High Voltage) |
| Weight: | 165 g (5.82 oz) |
| Capsule diameter: | 19 mm (0.75) |
| Length: | 175 mm (6.89 in) |
| Operating temperature range: | -40 to +55° C (-40 to 131° F) |
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