DPA CARDIOID HEADBAND MIC
June 2004—The Model 4088 from DPA Microphones is the company's first cardioid headband mic. Designed for applications requiring high gain before feedback and situations with high background (onstage) noise levels, the Model 4088 has a response tailored for vocal applications (±2 dB from 100-20k Hz with 4-6dB soft boost at 15 kHz) and is available in unobtrusive black or beige finishes.

DPA WINDPAC
June 2004—DPA generated a lot of interest at NAB with the debut of WindPac 4000, an ultralight (9-ounce), water-resistant windshield. The zeppelin-shaped device combines a universal shockmount that holds up to two mics and a collapsible windshield. The fabric blocks wind noise in gusts of up to 70 mph while allowing accurate sound reproduction and audio transparency.

DPA MSS6000
April 2004—The MSS6000 Microphone Summation System is a professional tool for miking up orchestras without cable clutter. It represents the ultimate ensemble amplification system for orchestras, bands and choirs, freeing up many useful and costly channels without compromising control. The system comprises five Stereo Satellite Boxes, offering individual level and pan adjustments for every performer, and a Master Sum Box containing two high-performance, transformer-coupled mic preamplifiers. Ten 4061 Miniature Microphones with mounting accessories are included.

DPA INSTRUMENT MIC KIT
January 2003—DPA's Instrument Microphone Kit (IMK4061) includes the popular DPA 4061 miniature mic and XLR adapter, together with a selection of unique mounting accessories for stringed instruments such as violin and cello, universal surface mounts with double-sided tape for guitars, wind instruments, drums and percussion, a magnet holder to attach the mic to drum rims or piano frames, and foam windscreens. The DPA 4061 handles 144dB peaks for close placement near snares, trumpets, speaker cabinets or other high-SPL sound sources. The DPA 4061 can also be used with any pro wireless system.

DPA 4041-ST
October 2002—Low self-noise and high sensitivity make the 4041 ideal for detailed work, such as vocals, strings and other acoustic instruments with large dynamics. Self-noise is typically 8 dBA (max 9 dBA), and THD is less than 0.5% at 120dB SPL peak. The phantom-powered 4041 is available in three different versions; a modular design enables the capsule to be unscrewed from the preamplifier, offering options of 48- or 130-volt powered solid-state preamps and a 130V tube technology preamp. List: $3,270.

DPA WIDE-CARDIOID MICS
August 2002—DPA Microphones introduces the 4015 and 4016 Wide-Cardioid Microphones. Designed to offer a brilliant sound in close-miking applications and a linear response in the diffuse field, the 4015 has a linear frequency response from 40-20k Hz. Both the 4015 and 4016 are transformerless and capable of handling 158dB peaks before clipping. An additional 10dB headroom can be obtained by choosing the 4016 paired with the HMA4000 2-channel High-Voltage Microphone Amplifier. To read the review, click here.

DPA 4071 MINIATURE MIC
July 2002—The new 4071 Miniature Microphone from DPA Microphones is an omnidirectional miniature condenser designed for voice applications in broadcast and film. The 4071 has a built-in 5dB soft boost at 4-6 kHz to compensate for the natural resonance of the human chest cavity. Optional accessories include a versatile range of mounting clips, pins and grids for inconspicuous placement and a handy kit of concealment accessories.

DPA XY/ORTF MIC MOUNT
February 2002—DPA offers the CXO4000 Compact XY and ORTF mic mount, designed specifically for mounting DPA Compact Cardioid microphones in either a coincident XY stereo configuration or a near-coincident ORTF configuration. The lightweight CXO4000 mounts on a single microphone stand and optional shock-mounts are available: the EXY4000 Extension for Compact Stereo Holders and the UA0897 Shock-Mount. The black anodized aluminum holder can hold four mics simultaneously for A/B comparison between XY and ORTF setups. ORTF applications include close miking pianos, overheads for drum kits, horn or string sections, choirs, ambient surround recordings, and as a main or additional spot pair for acoustic ensembles. The XY/ORTF mount is priced at $95.

DPA ORTF MOUNT
November 2001—DPA Microphones offers the CXO4000 mic holder for stereo-mounting DPAs type 4021, 4022 and 4023s Compact Cardioid mics. The CXO4000 holder enables the cardioid mics to be mounted in either a coincident XY stereo configuration or a near-coincident ORTF combined time and intensity difference stereo configuration. The ORTF stereo technique provides a wider stereo image than XY stereo, yet still preserves a reasonable amount of mono information. Using four mics, it is possible to use the CXO4000 for both XY and ORTF configurations simultaneously to compare the setups or to record both stereo formats. The CXO4000 can also be used for a surround sound mic setup.

DPA STEREO KIT
May 2001—DPA Microphones offers its large-diaphragm condenser mics as a stereo kit, including a stereo boom, stereo mic preamp, all necessary cables and accessories—packaged in a Samsonite briefcase. The complete A-B Stereo Kit has two matched omni Type 4041 mics with 130V preamps and self-noise matched to within 1 dB. Frequency response is 10-20k Hz with a 4-6dB soft boost around 8 kHz; peak SPL handling is 144 dB. The modular mics can be used with either the 3532-S solid-state preamp or the 3532-T, with a pentode vacuum tube preamp driven as a cathode follower in a unity gain, Class-A design. Both systems offer low noise: 7 dBA for the 4041-S and 10 dBA for the 4041-T.

DPA 3541 KIT
October 2000—The Type 3541 is a complete microphone kit for all kinds of high-quality soloist recordings and is specially designed for the demanding requirements of everyday studio use. The kit includes interchangeable solid-state and tube preamplifiers, allowing the engineer to select between the transparency of the solid-state and the musical nature of the tube, depending on the recording requirements. The 3541 boasts excellent specs, including 144 dB maximum peak SPL before clipping, and a THD of less than 0.5% at 120dB SPL peak.