DPA Microphones CORE 4099 w/ Guitar Clip

The 4099 CORE for Loud SPL is perfect for PA amplification and live recording of acoustic guitar, mandolin, ukulele and dobro. It offers practically unlimited placement possibilities. The sound it provides is considerably more natural than an internal microphone or pick-up.

The mic fits instruments with a body depth between 35 mm (1.4 in) and 122 mm (4.8 in). Users will appreciate how gently this condenser mic adheres to their prized instrument. It is elegant, lightweight, unobtrusive and designed to stay out of the way during a performance. The mounting mechanism makes it easy to move the mic between instruments with just one hand.

Choose 4099 CORE Instrument Microphone for Guitar (4099-DC-1-199-G) for your guitar, mandolin, ukulele or dobro.

• CORE by DPA technology inside

• Supercardioid condenser microphone

• Handles high SPLs

• Superior gain-before-feedback

• Flexible and easy mounting

• Gentle and easy to mount on the instrument

• Detachable cable and a versatile gooseneck extender

The 4099 is already the recognized standard for this type of microphone and the CORE version adds just another layer of sound quality that further distances this mic from its competitors.  4099 CORE brings more clarity and details to your music, across the entire dynamic range. Anyone looking for the very highest sound quality should choose CORE – every musician, live sound engineer and anyone else who takes pride in quality audio.

CORE by DPA is a powerful new technology at the heart of DPA miniature microphones. We’ve minimized distortion. From pianissimo to forte, you will experience increased clarity and openness. Learn more about CORE by DPA.

From the piano to guitar; strings to woodwinds; brass to percussion, the 4099 Series sounds equally impressive on them all. This one microphone model can beautifully reinforce an entire orchestra. You can move the mic to another instrument; just make sure you have the right type of clip to mount it correctly. The award-winning 4099 Series gives you a much more natural sound than any clip-on microphone or pickup. This condenser microphone rejects unwanted noise and accurately captures the true voice of your acoustic instrument.

The 4099 CORE also features an enhanced shock mount design, providing excellent isolation from handling noise and rumble. Detachable cables are available in heavy duty or lightweight versions, depending on the application – both are designed to withstand the rigors of daily use. A versatile, integrated gooseneck extender provides easy and repeatable mounting.

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. Second order low-cut filter at 80 Hz with DAD4099-BC
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 Clip for Guitar (GC4099): 12 g (0.42 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
Included Accessories: XLR Adapter, 1.6mm Extension Cable