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DPA 4098
Photo: DPA Microphones, from its spec sheet, p. 1.

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DPA 4098

Miniature supercardioid condenser (pre-polarised, 5.7 mm) on a gooseneck, for lecterns, tables, ceilings and floor stands

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

Type
Condenser (electret)
Pattern
Supercardioid
Sensitivity
−36 dBV/Pa
Self-noise
23 dB(A)
Max SPL
130 dB SPL
Impedance
100 Ω
Rated range
20 – 20k Hz

Frequency response

Angle
Distance

Frequency response: from the response image. Captioned (on the product page) "Typical on and off-axis response of a 4098 microphone. On-axis (0°) measured at 20 cm (7.9 in), other directions measured in the far field." Drawn solid from 100 Hz to 15 kHz, dotted outside.

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

Polar pattern

Polar pattern: from the polar image. Captioned (on the product page) "Typical directional characteristics of a 4098 Gooseneck Microphone"; 5 dB per ring, centre -25 dB. Measuring conditions not stated. Approximate reading error up to about 1 dB; some frequencies are identified by reasoning, not by the legend: 1k Hz.

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All specs

From the product page
CapsulePre-polarised miniature capsule, 5.7 mm. "Microphone diameter: 5.7 mm (0.22 in)".
Sensitivity−36 dBV/Pa (16 mV/Pa), nominal, ±3 dB at 1 kHz. "16 mV/Pa; -36 dB re. 1 V/Pa".
Self-noise23 dB(A), typ. (max. 26 dB(A))
Self-noise (CCIR 468)35 dB, ITU-R BS.468-4, typ. (max. 38 dB)
Max SPL130 dB SPL, THD < 1%, RMS; also 133 dB SPL, THD < 1%, peak; also 135 dB SPL, THD 10%, peak; also 122 dB SPL, THD < 1%, RMS (Legacy, before CORE; 2024 print); also 125 dB SPL, THD < 1%, peak (Legacy; 2024 print). "Distortion, THD < 1%: 130 dB SPL RMS, 133 dB SPL peak"; "Max. SPL, THD 10%: 135 dB SPL peak". The 2024 print labels the 130/133 figures "CORE" and gives 122/125 dB for "Legacy" (p. 2).
Dynamic range110 dB, typ. (CORE); also 102 dB, typ. (Legacy; 2024 print). The 2024 print gives "Dynamic range - CORE: Typ. 110 dB" and "- Legacy: Typ. 102 dB" (p. 2).
Output impedance100 ohm, from the XLR connector or the XLR adapter; also 35 ohm, from the MicroDot, printed as 30 - 40 Ω. "From MicroDot: 30 - 40 Ω. From XLR connector or DAD9001-BC XLR Adapter: 100 Ω" (the 2024 print names the DAD6001-BC adapter).
Rated frequency range20 Hz to 20 kHz. "Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz". Effective range ±2 dB at 20 cm: 80 Hz to 15 kHz (MicroDot) or 100 Hz to 15 kHz (XLR, with a fixed 80 Hz low cut), with a 3 dB soft boost at 8-15 kHz.
PoweringXLR versions: P48; MicroDot versions: 5 to 10 V through a DPA adapter for wireless systems, or P48 with the DAD6001-BC XLR adapter. "Power supply (for full performance)".
Current draw1.5 mA, typ., microphone; also 3.5 mA, with the XLR adapter
ConnectorMicroDot or XLR-3M (depending on the version)
Weight12 g, MicroDot, 16 cm gooseneck (the lightest version); also 67, MicroDot, 122 cm; also 75, XLR-3M, 20 cm; also 127, XLR-3M, 122 cm. Per version: MicroDot 16 cm 12 g, 28 cm 20 g, 43 cm 28 g, 77 cm 55 g, 122 cm 67 g; XLR-3M 20 cm 75 g, 32 cm 80 g, 47 cm 88 g, 77 cm 115 g, 122 cm 127 g.
Dimensions5.7 mm. Microphone diameter 5.7 mm. Lengths: MicroDot 16, 28, 43, 77 or 122 cm; XLR-3M 20, 32, 47, 77 or 122 cm.
Low cut (XLR versions)Fixed 2nd-order low-cut filter at 80 Hz on the XLR-3M versions; none on the MicroDot versions
Gooseneck lengthsMicroDot: 16, 28, 43, 77, 122 cm; XLR-3M: 20, 32, 47, 77, 122 cm
VersionsGooseneck, floor stand, and ceiling/tabletop; DPA gives them one specification
Cable drive capabilityMicroDot: up to 300 m with the XLR adapter; XLR-3M: up to 100 m
Output balanceSignal balanced with the XLR connector or the DAD6001-BC XLR adapter
CMRR> 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with the DAD6001-BC XLR adapter
Polarity+V at the MicroDot pin (pin 2 on XLR) for positive sound pressure
Temperature range-40 °C to 45 °C
Relative humidityUp to 90%
From the spec sheet
Rated load impedance2000 ohm, minimum. "Minimum load impedance: 2 kΩ" (not on the current product page).p. 2
Finishblack or white. "Color: Black or white".

Documents

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