DPA 4098 CORE Supercardioid Gooseneck Microphone with MicroDot

The 4098 from DPA is a supercardioid gooseneck microphone with MicroDot. DPA gooseneck microphones have quickly become a very popular choice for podium mics as well as for conference room usage as either tabletop or ceiling mount.

CORE by DPA technology has been added to the 4098 microphone, lifting sound quality even more, just like all of the other products using CORE technology. The 4098s dynamic range has been increased by 8 dB, so that the 1% THD is lifted significantly to 133 dB.

With very low noise and a high sensitivity, 4098 CORE Supercardioid Microphones offer the most clear, transparent, and natural sound available on the miniature mic market. The mics are capable of handling extremely high SPL before clipping, which allows the mic to deliver high speech intelligibility even when the speaker gets excited and starts to speak VERY loudly. With a linear response, low distortion and an extremely large dynamic range, these mics sound great no matter how challenging the environment.

In addition, speaking into the side (off-axis) of the microphone doesn’t make the audio sound worse, it just drops the level of your voice.

DPA 4098 (MicroDot) Features

• Outstanding audio quality
• Wireless podium mic capability
• Highly directional – very isolated
• High rejection of radio frequency interference
• Sleek Scandinavian design

• 4098 CORE Supercardioid Gooseneck Microphone with MicroDot1

• Available colorsBlack, white
• Available lengths16, 28, and 43 cm
• Directional patternSupercardioid
• Principle of operationPressure gradient
• Cartridge typePre-polarized condenser
• Frequency response20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Effective frequency range ±2 dB, at 20 cm (7.9 in)80 Hz - 15 kHz with 3 dB soft boost at 8-15 kHz
• Sensitivity, nominal, ±3 dB at 1 kHz16 mV/Pa; -36 dB re. 1 V/Pa
• Equivalent noise level, A-weightedTyp. 23 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 26 dB(A))
• Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4Typ. 35 dB (max. 38 dB)
• Distortion, THD < 1% - Legacy122 dB SPL RMS, 125 dB SPL peak
• Distortion, THD < 1% - CORE130 dB SPL RMS, 133 dB SPL peak
• Dynamic range - LegacyTyp. 102 dB
• Dynamic range - CORETyp. 110 dB
• Max. SPL, THD 10%135 dB SPL peak
• Rated output impedanceFrom MicroDot: 30 - 40 Ω. From XLR connector or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter: 100 Ω
• Minimum load impedance2 kΩ
• Cable drive capabilityUp to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
• Output balance principleSignal balanced with XLR connector or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
• Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR)> 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
• Power supply (for full performance)Min. 5 V to max. 10 V through DPA adapter for wireless systems or P48 (Phantom Power) with DAD6001-BC XLR adapter
• Current consumptionTyp. 1.5 mA (microphone). 3.5 mA with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
• ConnectorMicroDot
• Weight
  • 16 cm (6 in): 12 g (0.4 oz)
  • 28 cm (11 in): 20 g (0.7 oz)
  • 43 cm (17 in): 28 g (1.0 oz)
  • 77 cm (30 in): 55 g (1.9 oz)
  • 122 cm (48 in): 67 g (2.4 oz)
• Microphone diameter5.7 mm (0.22 in)
• Polarity+V at MicroDot pin for positive sound pressure (and pin 2 on XLR connector or DAD6001-BC XLR adapter)
• Temperature range-40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
• Relative humidity (RH)Up to 90%