DPA 4018ES Side Cable Supercardioid Microphone

Ideal for unobtrusive or distant miking applications such as desktop or hanging use, the d:dicate 4018ER/ES Supercardioid Microphone is an ultra-compact supercardioid microphone. This mic is part of the flexible d:dicate Microphones Series.

With a length of only 35 mm (1.38 in), the low-key appearance of the mic is as unique as its highly-directional supercardioid pickup pattern with a smooth and uniform off-axis frequency response.

The d:dicate 4018E Supercardioid Microphone features an integrated cable solution with either side (4018ES) or rear (4018ER) cable entry. It is designed for a broad range of music recording and broadcast/ENG/film long-distance miking applications. It can be used for booming, dialogue, interview and table or spot-recording use. The mic also offers superb expandability through modular accessories. It is ideal for use as spot or hanging mic for orchestra recording situations when used with the SM4000-C Suspension Mount, which is included in the package. This allows the 4018E to be hung from the ceiling and create precision spot miking of orchestra sections or ambience atmosphere.

DPA 4018ES Features

• Low noise and high sensitivity
• Highly directional for high isolation
• Most controlled supercardioid shape
• Uniform, frequency independent directionality
• Elegant, low-key table or hanging mic
• Modular flexibility

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• Directional patternSupercardioid
• Principle of operationPressure gradient
• Cartridge typePre-polarized condenser
• Frequency response20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Effective frequency range, ±2 dB, at 30 cm (11.8 in)40 Hz - 18 kHz
• Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz12 mV/Pa; -38.4 dB re. 1 V/Pa
• Equivalent noise level, A-weightedTyp. 16 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 19 dB(A))
• Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4Typ. 23 dB (max. 26 dB)
• Distortion, THD < 1%134 dB SPL RMS, 137 dB SPL peak
• Dynamic rangeTyp. 121 dB
• Max. SPL, THD 10%142 dB SPL peak
• Rated output impedance100 Ω
• Minimum load impedance2 kΩ
• Cable drive capability100 m (328 ft)
• Output balance principleImpedance balancing
• Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR)> 40 dB
• Power supply (for full performance)P48 (Phantom Power)
• Current consumption3.5 mA
• ConnectorXLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase
• ColorMatte black
• Weight109 g (3.8 oz)
• Microphone diameter19 mm (0.75 in)
• Capsule diameter19 mm (0.75 in)
• Microphone length35 mm (1.38 in)
• Maximum output voltage, RMS2.2 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°