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DPA 4061
Photo: DPA Microphones, from its spec sheet, p. 1.

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DPA 4061

Omni miniature condenser (lavalier), the Loud SPL version of the 4060 (about 10 dB less sensitive), with soft-boost and high-boost grids

Approximate Some readings for this mic are uncertain; see the graphs.

Type
Condenser (electret)
Pattern
Omni
Sensitivity
−44 dBV/Pa
Self-noise
26 dB(A)
Max SPL
134 dB SPL
Impedance
40 Ω
Rated range
20 – 20k Hz

Frequency response

Angle
Distance

Frequency response: from the spec sheet, p. 5. Captioned "Typical response of a 4061"; the legend: solid line "Soft boost grid (Pre-mounted)", dotted line "High boost grid". Distance and room not stated.

Dashed: outside the rated range, or simulated (other angles and distances). Hover or tap the graphs for values.

Polar pattern

Polar pattern: from the spec sheet, p. 5. Captioned "Typical directional characteristics of a 4061"; 5 dB per ring. Grid and measuring conditions not stated. Approximate reading error up to about 1 dB; some frequencies are identified by reasoning, not by the legend: 1k Hz, 2k Hz.

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All specs

From the spec sheet
Capsulepressure (omni), pre-polarised condenser, 5.4 mm. Microphone diameter 5.4 mm; principle of operation "Pressure" (p. 3).p. 4
Sensitivity−44 dBV/Pa (6 mV/Pa), nominal, ±3 dB at 1 kHz. "6 mV/Pa; -44 dB re. 1 V/Pa".p. 3
Self-noise26 dB(A), typ. (max. 28 dB(A))p. 4
Self-noise (CCIR 468)38 dB, ITU-R BS.468-4, typ. (max. 40 dB)
Max SPL134 dB SPL, THD < 1%, RMS (CORE); also 137 dB SPL, THD < 1%, peak (CORE); also 144 dB SPL, THD 10%, peak; also 120 dB SPL, THD < 1%, RMS (Legacy, before CORE); also 123 dB SPL, THD < 1%, peak (Legacy); also 136 dB SPL, THD < 1%, RMS (CORE+, product page). Rows "Distortion, THD < 1% - Legacy" and "- CORE", and "Max. SPL, THD 10%: 144 dB SPL peak". The CORE+ figures (136 dB RMS, 139 dB peak) are from the product page.
Dynamic range111 dB, typ. (CORE); also 97 dB, typ. (Legacy)
Output impedance40 ohm, stated as a range, 30 to 40 ohm (upper value here). "30 - 40 Ω".
Rated frequency range20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±2 dB with either grid, around its boost. "Soft boost grid: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 3 dB soft boost at 8 - 20 kHz. High boost grid: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 10 dB boost at 12 kHz".p. 3
Poweringmin. 5 V to max. 10 V through a DPA adapter (wireless); P48 phantom with the DAD6001-BC XLR adapter (works from 12 V)p. 4
Current draw1.5 mA, typ., microphone; 3.5 mA with the DAD6001-BC XLR adapter
ConnectorMicroDot. Listed as "MicroDot, TA4F Mini-XLR, 3-pin LEMO, Mini-Jack" (the terminations it is sold with). The current CORE+ version has MicroLock (product page).
Weight7.5 g, incl. cable and MicroDot connector
Dimensions5.4 × 12.7 mm. Diameter × length (capsule housing).
Finishblack, beige, brown or white
Supplied accessoriessoft boost grid (fitted); high boost grid. "What's in the box": soft boost grid DUA6001/6003/6005/6017 (attached), high boost grid DUA6002/6004/6006/6018, by colour.p. 2
GridsSoft boost: 3 dB soft boost at 8 to 20 kHz. High boost: 10 dB boost at 12 kHz.p. 3
Cable1.8 m; drives up to 300 m with the DAD6001-BC XLR adapterp. 4
PolarityPositively increasing sound pressure produces positive going voltage on MicroDot pin
Temperature range-40 °C to 45 °C
Relative humidityUp to 90%
Sensitivity selection tolerance (at 1 kHz)±1.5 dBp. 5
Placement (DPA)About 10 dB less sensitive than the 4060, for hidden placement on the head or forehead of a theatre performer, where the level is about 10 dB higher than on the chest; also for loud instruments and voices close up.p. 2
Heavy-duty version4661 Heavy Duty Omni Mic, Loud SPL
From the product page
CORE+ versionMicroLock connector; THD < 0.5%: 133 dB SPL RMS, 136 dB peak; THD < 1%: 136 dB SPL RMS, 139 dB peak. Sensitivity, noise, max. SPL (144 dB peak) and dynamic range as the CORE version.

Documents

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