The DPA MMC4011 Cardioid Microphone Capsule is a modular cardioid capsule with a transparent audio quality, wide frequency response and high SPL handling. The MMC4011 yields a low noise floor and captured instruments and amplifier cabinets with great detail. The capsule is compatible with any of the DPA MMP series output stage / preamplifiers.
Main Benefits
- Modular Capsule for MMP Preamplifiers
- High SPL Handling
- Cardioid Polar Pattern
- Detailed Audio Reproduction
Description
The principal appeal of the MMC4011 Cardioid Microphone Capsule is its directional quality and attention to detail. This mic makes everything sounds like the original.
The first-order cardioid pickup pattern provides superb separation between sound sources.
It is equally suitable for close-up work on acoustic guitar, grand piano, overheads, percussion, wind instruments and vocals as it is for spot-miking symphonies. It can handle incredibly high sound levels.
A flat on-axis frequency response and excellent phase response deliver a totally faithful reproduction of the original sound. The off-axis response is similarly smooth so that any leakage is an accurate reflection of the original, though attenuated according to the true first-order cardioid pickup pattern.
A truly flexible range
The MMC4011 Cardioid Microphone Capsule is a pencil microphone from the flexible d:dicate™ Microphone Series. You can combine the capsule with any of the preamplifiers in the d:dicate™ Microphone Series to fit your specific needs.
The MMC4011 Cardioid Microphone Capsule coupled with the MMP-A Preamplifier is the worldwide reference standard for extreme sound level handling. For another option, match the MMC4011 Cardioid Microphone Capsule with the MMP-C Compact Preamplifier for compact and precise close-miking of the majority of instruments.
Tech Specs
Directional pattern: Cardioid
Principle of operation: Pressure gradient
Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser
Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Frequency range, ±2 dB, at 30 cm (11.8 in): 40 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz: 10 mV/Pa; -40 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 18 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 20 dB)
Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4: Typ. 25 dB
S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL): Typ. 76 dB(A)
Microphone diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
Capsule diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
Microphone length: 23 mm (0.9 in)
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°
Compatibility
Compatible with the Following Output Stages:
MMP-A Preamplifier
MMP-B Preamp, low cut and high boost
MMP-C Compact Preamp
