DPA 4071 Low-Sensitivity Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone

Description

DPA 4071 Lavalier Microphone

The DPA 4071 is a low-sensitivity omnidirectional lavalier microphone. Based on the original DPA 4060 microphone, the 4071 is part of the 4060 series of lavaliers, along with the 4061, 4062, and 4063. The 4071 features a “presence boost” that is optimal for chest placement of the microphone, especially suitable for broadcast, ENG, and film. (6 mV/Pa)

4071 Miniature Omnidirectional Microphone, Presence Boost

The 4071 Miniature Omnidirectional Microphone with Presence Boost is a fantastic omnidirectional condenser lavalier mic that features a presence boost of typically 5 dB at 4 to 6 kHz. This is critical for a chest-placed microphone because the frequency range of the consonants spoken is damped in this position, which results in poor intelligibility. The 4071 has a boost that maximizes speech intelligibility. This microphone will be able to handle sound pressure levels up to 144 dB before clipping occurs.

When recording voices from mic placement on a performer’s body, no frequency below 100 Hz is attractive. For this reason, an acoustical low-cut at 100 Hz has been incorporated in the 4071’s capsule so the built-in preamplifier (and the wireless system) will have a much larger headroom. Furthermore, the low-cut filter removes low-frequency rumble, noise and proximity effect.

Because of its special optimization for speech, this mic is especially appropriate for ENG news crews since very few ENG mixers have the ability to make this type of compensation. It is also a fantastic choice for in-studio reporters or even hidden under clothing for film production use.

The 4071 is available in three colors: black, beige and white. Microdot Adapters available here.

A bit about omnis

An omnidirectional microphone has sensitivity at all angles – in principle picking up sound equally from all directions. This gives you extremely natural and realistic sound compared to a cardioid mic. Omni mics are often used for picking up ambient sounds, as well as miking a large sound source such as a choir in a recording situation. Unfortunately, due to their pickup pattern, omnis can also produce a lot of feedback in live situations.

Nonetheless, we recommend that you try a DPA omnidirectional condenser lavalier microphones first because, when used close to the sound source, the equal frequency response makes these mics a flexible addition in your audio toolbox. It will often give a more natural sound, it can handle extremely high sound pressure levels, it does not suffer from proximity effect and is not as sensitive to wind, pop or handling noise.

4060 Series – Big sound, Small Footprint

• Exceptional audio quality
• Uniform, consistent sound between DPA mics
• Extremely rugged and reliable
• Diminutive size made for flexible and easy concealment
• Large selection of clips, windscreens, grids and other accessories
• Modular adapter system fits most professional wireless systems

This series contains the 4060, 4061, 4062, 4063 and 4071 Omnidirectional Condenser Lavalier Mics. Each version is tailored towards a specific application based on sensitivity, voltage and placement needs. They are all based on the original 4060; the very first miniature microphone developed by DPA from the best technology previously only used in hearing aids and measurement microphones. All of the mics in the series share important basic features, but each is optimized for particular applications.

DPA 4071 Specifications:

Directional pattern: Omnidirectional
Principle of operation: Pressure
Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Effective frequency range ±2 dB: 100 Hz – 15 kHz with typ. 5 dB soft boost at 4 – 6 kHz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±3 dB at 1 kHz: 6 mV/Pa; -44 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 26 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 28 dB(A))
Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4: Typ. 38 dB (max. 40 dB)
Distortion, THD < 1% – Legacy: 120 dB SPL RMS, 123 dB SPL peak
Distortion, THD < 1% – CORE: 134 dB SPL RMS, 137 dB SPL peak
Dynamic range – Legacy: Typ. 97 dB
Dynamic range – CORE: Typ. 111 dB
Max. SPL, THD 10%: 144 dB SPL peak
Rated output impedance: 30 – 40 Ω
Cable drive capability: Up to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
Power supply (for full performance): For wireless systems: Min. 5 V – max. 10 V through DPA adapter
With DAD6001-BC: P48 (Phantom Power). Will work from 12 V
Current consumption: Typ. 1.5 mA (microphone). 3.5 mA with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
Connector: MicroDot, TA4F Mini-XLR, 3-pin LEMO, Mini-Jack
Color: Black
Weight: 7.5 g (0.26 oz) incl. Cable and MicroDot connector
Microphone diameter: 5.4 mm (0.21 in)
Microphone length: 17.6 mm (0.7 in)
Cable length: 1.8 m (5.9 ft)
Polarity: Positively increasing sound pressure produces positive going voltage on MicroDot pin
Temperature range: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
Relative humidity (RH): Up to 90%