DPA 4099 U
A supercardioid pre-pressured condenser instrument microphone known for its sound quality, compact design, and flexible mounting options, makes it suitable for a wide range of instruments in live sound and studio recording.
Brand: DPA
Model: 4099 U – Instrument Microphone
Manufacture URL: https://www.dpamicrophones.com/instrument/4099-instrument-microphone
The manual is available to download by clicking “Attachments” below. The most up-to-date information will be found on the manufacturer’s website. Please note this manual and images used are for educational purposes only.
Details
Location
CON111 – The Conservatorium of Music Technical Office
Induction Requirements
Level 1 General Induction
Level 2 City Performance & Rehearsal Studios Inductions
Equipment Store Opening hours
Monday – Friday 10am-4pm
Overview
Access & Usage
Pick-Up Location: The Conservatorium of Music – CON111 – Tech Office
Induction(s) Required:
- L1 General Induction
- L2 City Performance & Rehearsal Studios Inductions
These inductions can be found inside Canvas:
Your Course > Modules > Compulsory WHS Inductions
This resource may be course dependent, please speak to Technical Staff for more information.
Booking Equipment
Equipment is available after required inductions are complete and privileges have been applied to your account.
Store Opening Hours
| Day | Open Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Weekends | Closed |
Technical Specifications
Directional Pattern: Supercardioid
Principle of Operation: Pressure gradient
Cartridge Type: Pre-polarized condenser
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Effective Frequency Range: ±2 dB at 20 cm (7.9 in), 80 Hz – 15 kHz with 2 dB soft boost at 10-
12 kHz
Sensitivity (Nominal): ±3 dB at 1 kHz, 6 mV/Pa; -44 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted): Typ. 23 dB(A) re. 20 μPa (max. 26 dB(A))
Distortion (THD): < 1%, 128 dB SPL RMS, 131 dB SPL peak
Dynamic Range: Typ. 108 dB
Max. SPL (THD 10%): 142 dB SPL peak
Rated Output Impedance: From MicroDot: 30 – 40 Ω. From DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC:
100 Ω
Cable Drive Capability: Up to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD6001-BC/DAD4099-BC XLR Adapter
Output Balance Principle: Signal balanced with DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR): > 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with DAD4099-BC
or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
Power Supply (for Full Performance): For wireless systems: Min. 5 V – max. 10 V through
DPA adapter. With DAD6001-BC or DAD4099-BC: P48 (Phantom Power). Will work from 12 V
Current Consumption: Typ. 1.5 mA (microphone). 3.5 mA with DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
Connector: MicroDot
Color: Black
Weight:Microphone: 17 g (0.60 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clamp Mount (CM4099): 16 g (0.56 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Accordion (AC4099): 5 g (0.18 oz)
Instrument Microphone Clip for Bass (BC4099): 20 g (0.71 oz)
Microphone Diameter: 5.7 mm (0.22 in)
Microphone Length: 45 mm (1.8 in)
Cable Length: 1.8 m (5.9 ft)
Cable Diameter: 1.6 mm (0.06 in) / 2.2 mm (0.09 in)
Polarity: +V at MicroDot pin for positive sound pressure (and pin 2 on DAD4099-BC or
DAD6001-BC XLR adapter)
Temperature Range: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
Relative Humidity (RH): Up to 90%
Gooseneck Length: 140 mm (5.5 in)
Sensitivity Selection Tolerance (at 1 kHz): ±1 dB
Attachments
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