DPA 4011A
Unique details of DPA microphone
- Well suited for acoustic guitar and as a drum overhead microphone
- Polar pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency range: 20 – 20,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: 10 mV/Pa, -40 dB re 1 V/Pa
- Impedance: 200 Ohm
- SPL max.159 dB SPL
- Pad switch: – 20 dB
- XLR connection
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Customer Review Summary
The DPA 4011A is an exceptional microphone that excels in capturing the nuances of acoustic instruments. I have been using a pair for recording a Yamaha C2 grand piano in my home studio, and the cardioid pattern is perfect for isolating the sound from the strings while minimising room reverb. The sound quality is pristine, requiring no further processing, and it shines across all applications.
This microphone is certainly an investment, but its quality is evident, and it has established itself as a benchmark in the field of acoustic sound recording. I aim to make extensive use of it for years to come.
It also performs brilliantly for percussion and vocals, delivering a balanced low and mid range with a clear top end. The design effectively reduces unnecessary high frequencies, making recordings sound natural and well-defined. Placing it just 0.5 to 1 metre from the instrument, ideally at the neck-body joint, yields an immediate and accurate representation of the sound.
The DPA 4011A is a must-have for acoustic musicians, providing a 3D natural sound that is difficult to achieve with other microphones. For those needing to record instruments like classical or acoustic guitars, it captures all frequencies beautifully, even the most intricate strumming patterns. Highly recommended for any serious recording setup!
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