Shure DCA901 8-Channel Steerable Digital Broadcast Array Microphone

The DCA901 transforms how audio is captured in broadcast facilities, sports venues, and production studios. This networked array delivers eight independent channels from a single compact unit, replacing multiple stand microphones and their associated cabling. Steerable pickup zones adapt to changing stage positions or commentary setups without physical repositioning, supporting REMI operations and alternate program feeds with precision isolation.

Onboard DSP handles equalization, dynamics, delay alignment, and automixing directly within the microphone, offloading processing from external consoles and reducing latency in time-sensitive live workflows. A single Dante or AES67 connection carries all audio channels plus power and control data, simplifying installation in mobile trucks, control rooms, and fixed installations. The low-profile enclosure integrates into camera-visible areas without disrupting visual aesthetics, making it suitable for courtside, stage apron, and anchor desk applications where traditional boom mics are impractical.

Presets enable rapid reconfiguration between different show formats, ensuring repeatable results across recurring broadcasts. Native support for 5.1 immersive capture and stereo downmix accommodates both modern spatial audio delivery and legacy broadcast standards, future-proofing installations as distribution formats evolve.