The 4041-SP Large-Diaphragm Microphone from DPA is a professional, highly versatile omnidirectional modular microphone for use in professional recording applications. The 4041-SP consists of the company's MMC4041 Large-Diaphragm Capsule and MMP-4000SP 48V phantom solid state preamplifier. There is also an included microphone holder for securing the microphone in a wide range of situations. The modular design enables the 4041 to be interchanged with any of the available DPA modular preamplifiers. The sensitivity and acoustic characteristics of the 4041 make it an excellent choice for vocals, instruments, orchestral ensembles, and similar applications.
Main Benefits
- Handles high sound pressure levels with no distortion
- Natural and transparent sound
Description
This large diaphragm omnidirectional microphone capsule can be used with the Solid State Phantom Power. The diaphragm and housing are both made from stainless steel. This gives the capsule a unique immunity against ambient temperature variations. The precision-made back plate is placed in a quartz insulator for maximum electrical stability.
The d:dicate™ 4041 Large Diaphragm Microphone has a frequency response from 10 Hz to 20 kHz with a 4-6 dB soft boost around 8 kHz. Furthermore, it has an extremely low self-noise of 8 dB(A). It also has enhanced SPL handling capability of up to 134 dB SPL before clipping occurs.
This omnidirectional condenser microphone is designed to work in a standard 48 V phantom power environment. It features the MMC4041 Large Diaphragm Capsule so the mic offers superior sound quality.
The diaphragm and housing are both made from stainless steel. This gives the capsule a unique immunity against ambient temperature variations. The precision-made back plate is placed in a quartz insulator for maximum electrical stability. This gives the d:dicate™ 4041 Large Diaphragm Microphone a unique sensitivity of up to 90 mV/Pa.
The MMC4041 Large Diaphragm Microphone Capsule can be unscrewed from the MMP4000-SP preamplifier, which allows you to exchange the preamp.
A bit about omnis
An omnidirectional microphone has sensitivity at all angles – in principle picking up sound equally from all directions. This gives you extremely natural and realistic sound compared to a cardioid mic. Omni mics are often used for picking up ambient sounds, as well as miking a large sound source such as a choir in a recording situation. Unfortunately, due to their pickup pattern, omnis can also produce a lot of feedback in live situations.
Nonetheless, we recommend that you try a DPA omni first because, when used close to the sound source, the equal frequency response makes these mics a flexible addition in your audio toolbox. It will often give a more natural sound, it can handle extremely high sound pressure levels, it does not suffer from proximity effect and is not as sensitive to wind, pop or handling noise.
Tech Specs
Directional pattern: Omnidirectional
Principle of operation: Pressure
Cartridge type: Condenser w. stainless steel diaphragm
Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Frequency range, ±2 dB: 20 Hz - 20 kHz with 4 - 6 dB soft boost at 8 kHz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 250 Hz: 70 mV/Pa; -23 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Max. 8 dB(A) re. 20 µPa
Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4: Max. 20 dB
S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL): 86 dB(A)
Total harmonic distortion (THD): < 0.5% THD up to 120 dB SPL peak, < 1% THD up to 126 dB SPL peak
Dynamic range: Typ. 118 dB
Max. SPL, peak before clipping: 134 dB
Output impedance: < 200 Ω
Cable drive capability: Up to 100 m (328 ft)
Power supply (for full performance): Via external power supply
Current consumption: 2.20 mA
Connector: 3-pin XLR-M (Standard P48)
Capsule diameter: 24 mm (1 in)
Microphone length: 170 mm (6.7 in)
Temperature range: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
Relative humidity (RH): Up to 90%
4041-SP Frequency response
Typical on and off-axis response of a 4041-SP
Polar pattern
TyTypical on and off-axis response of a 4041-SP
