DPA 4188 CORE Slim Directional Flex Headset Mic

Combining the legendary sound of the 4088 Directional Capsule with the lightweight and DPA's flexible headset system, the 4188 Directional Headset Microphone is ideal for both spoken word and vocal performance applications. This headset 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.

This mic provides excellent off-axis rejection in high-SPL situations. It efficiently suppresses distant sound sources making it perfect for demanding live performance environments where background noise and feedback are concerns. In high-SPL events, or when feedback is a concern, the 4088 Directional Capsule will tackle these challenges with ease. The bass response is designed for optimal linearity at 2-3 cm (1 in) from the sound source. This means that the bass roll-off will be relatively prominent at a greater distance – a paramount factor when it comes to rejection of background noise and in the fight to avoid feedback. The microphone capsule is also optimized for low distortion as well as humidity resistance.

The 4188 is available as an earset or headset. Earset variants are the quickest to put on and often the best choice when miking needs to be fast and easy for example for conference use. Headset variants sit more securely around the head and are ideal for active performance situations. Both types are 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.

• Directional pattern: Cardioid
• Principle of operation: Pressure gradient
• Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Effective frequency range, ±2 dB, Near field 2-3 cm (0.8 - 1.2 in): 100 Hz - 20 kHz with 3 dB soft boost at 8 - 20 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. 95 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
• Output balance principle: Signal balanced with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
• Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR): > 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz 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, beige or brown
• Weight: Microphone boom: 0.8 g (0.03 oz). Earhook: 1.1 g (0.04 oz). Cabel: 6.6 g (0.23 oz). Total: 8.5 g (0.30 oz)
• Microphone diameter: 5.4 mm (0.21 in)
• Cable length: 1.3 m (4.3 ft)
• Cable color: Black, beige or brown
• Cable diameter: 1.6 mm (0.06 in)
• Polarity: Positively increasing sound pressure produces positive going voltage on MicroDot pin
• Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC): Fully compatible
• Temperature range: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
• Relative humidity (RH): Up to 90%