DPA 4188 CORE+ Directional Flex Headsets and Earsets

Ideal for both spoken word and vocal performance applications. The DPA 4188 CORE+ mic offers accurate and natural voice intelligibility and very high-SPL capabilities – users can both speak and sing into the mic with no hint of distortion.

The 4188 is ergonomically designed to fit comfortably and easily. This mic adjusts to fit any ear size and head shape while at the same time it mounts securely and is hardly visible. By rotating the boom and the earhook, the microphone can be easily used on either the left or the right ear. The connector splits the cable from the microphone boom allowing you to swap broken cables and / or wireless connectors quickly.

Two directional boom lengths are available to accommodate different applications and head sizes: 120 mm (4.7 in) and 100 mm (3.9 in). The boom on this directional mic is 3 cm (1 in) longer than on the omnidirectional version, which matches the need for placement at the corner of the mouth. To avoid “popping”, the capsule should not be placed directly in front of the mouth. The 120 mm (4.7 in) is the standard boom length that fits most people.

The 4188 CORE+ microphone provides excellent off-axis rejection in high-SPL situations. It efficiently suppresses distant sound sources, making it perfect for demanding high-SPL live performance environments where background noise and feedback are concerns. The bass response is designed for optimal linearity at 2-3 cm (1 in) from the sound source, meaning the bass roll-off will be relatively prominent at a greater distance, which helps avoid feedback. The microphone capsule is also optimized for low distortion, as well as humidity resistance.

CORE+ Overview

CORE+
Microphones with CORE+ provide even more clarity across the entire dynamic range, from low to high sound pressure levels. Miniature microphones with CORE+ provide unheard levels of openness. While the original CORE allows mics to handle higher SPLs without significant artifacts up to 1% THD, CORE+ eliminates those artifacts completely.

MicroLock Connector
Core+ mics are available with MicroLock connectors. MicroLock is a secure and reliable locking microphone connector with limitless flexibility. MicroLock features a more durable construction and a newly designed locking mechanism that provides a quick, easy, and secure connection, as well as an extra layer of protection against accidentally disconnecting during use.