MPN #4015-A    
DPA 4015A

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Our d:dicate 4015A wide cardioid microphones are capable of handling extremely high sound pressure levels before clipping occurs.



If you are already a d:dicate? 4011 Series devotee, you will discover an exciting alternative in our wide cardioid microphones. It differs in its polar pattern and is the perfect fill-in between an omnidirectional and a more directional microphone.

The microphone capsule
The off-axis characteristics of the MMC4015 Wide Cardioid Microphone Capsule are totally linear, a unique quality when it comes to authentic sound reproduction. Any leakage that occurs from off-axis sound sources is still a faithful reproduction of these sounds, just softly attenuated.

Sometimes a conventional cardioid pattern just isn't quite open enough. Recording orchestras or other ensembles sometimes requires a compromise between blending in the room reverberation and a more precise localization. When recording instruments with complex radiation patterns, the wide cardioid (also known as hemispheric) design covers a greater sound angle and is an excellent choice. This is the often ideal mic for recording grand piano, guitar, marimba, and percussion, or as a spot mic for groups in a symphony orchestra. Likewise, it is an excellent speech, dubbing, or vocal mic as its enhanced richness on the bass end nicely compliments many voices.

A truly flexible range
This mic is part of the flexible d:dicate? Microphone Series. At any time, and with no tools needed, it is possible to transform the d:dicate? 4015A Wide Cardioid Microphone into a new configuration. You can combine it with another d:dicate? or d:facto? Microphone Capsule or Preamplifier.

The MMC4015 Wide Cardioid Microphone Capsule coupled with the MMP-A Preamplifier suits acoustic instruments and voices with rich and open sound. For another option, match the MMC4015 Wide Cardioid Microphone Capsule with the MMP-C Compact Preamplifier for an excellent spot mic as a fill-in between an omni and a cardioid. The compact version is easier to position than other cardioid microphones.

The d:dicate? 4015A Wide Cardioid Microphone is also available as a stereo pair (ST4015A).
  • Low profile - wide pickup area
  • Natural reproduction
  • Directional ambience pickup
  • Exceptional for vocal
  • Modular flexibility
  • Directional characteristics: Wide cardioid
    Principle of operation: Pressure gradient
    Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser
    Frequency range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
    Frequency range, ± 2 dB: 40 Hz to 20 kHz
    Sensitivity, nominal ± 2 dB at 1 kHz: 10 mV/Pa; -40 dB re. 1 V/Pa
    Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 18 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 20 dB)
    Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4: Typ. 25 dB (correct with the attenuator in 0 dB or -20 dB setting)
    S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL): Typ. 76 dB(A)
    Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 1 % up to 139 dB SPL peak
    Minimum load impedance: 2 kohm
    Dynamic range: Typ. 121 dB
    Max. SPL, peak before clipping: 159 dB
    Filters: 0 dB / -20 dB
    Output impedance: < 200 ohm
    Cable drive capability: 100 m (328 ft)
    Output balance principle: Impedance balancing with Active Drive
    Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR): > 60 dB
    Power supply (for full specifications): 48 V Phantom power (± 4 V)
    Current consumption: 2.8 mA

    Connector: XLR-3M
  • Pin 1: shield
  • Pin 2: signal + phase
  • Pin 3: - phase

  • Color: Matte black
    Weight: 158 g (5.6 oz)
    Microphone diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
    Capsule diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
    Length: 170 mm (6.7 in)
    Output voltage, RMS: > 5 V
    Polarity: +V at Pin 2 for positive sound pressure
    Temperature range: -40 °C to 45 °C (-40 °F to 113 °F)
    Relative Humidity (RH): Up to 90%
    Matching tolerance: ± 1 dB
    Phase deviation for kit: < 10°
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