DPA 4017 Shotgun Microphone

DPA is world renowned for the exceptional quality of their microphones and stands in the elite portion of the microphone world. This quality has always included the world of TV and film but the release of the DPA 4017 shotgun microphone is fulfilling a long-term demand for a high-end shotgun mic that provides the directional quality needed for boom situations in the industry.

DPA has applied in-depth R&D toward the development of the 4017 to provide the smooth off/axis response needed for use by professionals. Other issues addressed were size and weight. At 2.5 ounces and 8.3 inches, DPA was undoubtedly successful at both.

The 4017 has been designed for a broad range of uses, from camera systems to fixed positions at sports facilities and for booming in ENG, broadcast, and film applications. Due to its remarkable clarity, wide dynamic range, and excellent rejection characteristics, the 4017 can be used in a wide variety of situations.

Supplies will be limited with this initial offering so please contact us to reserve your DPA 4017 as soon as possible or place your order online with the button below.

Specifications:

• Principle of operation: Pressure gradient, supercardioid with interference tube
• Cartridge type: 19 mm (0.75 in) pre-polarized condenser
• Power supply: 48 V Phantom power
• Frequency range, ± 2 dB: 70 Hz - 20 kHz, permanent third order -high pass filter at 50 Hz
• Directional characteristics: Supercardioid, lobe-shaped
• Equivalent noise level A-weighted: Typ. 14 dB(A) (max. 15 dB(A))
• Sensitivity, nominal, ± 2 dB: 30 mV/Pa; -30 dB re. 1 V/Pa
• Equiv. noise level ITU-R BS.468-4: Typ. 14 dB(A) (max. 15 dB(A))
• Signal to noise ratio: 80 dB(A)
• Total harmonic distortion (THD): <0.5 % up to 130 dB SPL peak <1 % up to 131 dB SPL peak
• Output impedance: <200 ohm
• Cable drive capability: Up to 100 m (328 ft)
• Microphone length: 210 mm (8.3 in)
• Max. SPL, peak before clipping: 132 dB
• Weight: 71 g (2.5 oz)
• Color: Matte black
• Dynamic Range: Typ. 117 dB S/N ratio, re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL): 80 dB(A)
• Connector: XLR-3M, Pin 1: Shield, Pin 2: Signal + phase, Pin 3: Signal - phase

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