DPA 4188-DP-F-C90-LH
DPA Microphones 4188 CORE+ Cardioid Flex Headset Microphone with 120mm Boom and MicroLock Connector (Brown)
The DPA 4188 CORE+ Cardioid Flex Headset Microphone in brown, equipped with a 120 mm boom and the advanced MicroLock connector, offers professional-grade voice capture in a discreet, comfortable, and reliable format. Designed for stage, broadcast, and live presentations, this headset delivers exceptional sound clarity while blending naturally with skin tones for low visual impact.
Powered by DPA's trusted 4088 capsule and enhanced with CORE+ technology, it minimizes distortion across the entire dynamic range, ensuring clean, detailed, and highly intelligible audio. The cardioid pickup pattern provides excellent off-axis noise rejection, making it ideal for use in environments with multiple microphones or background noise. The 120 mm boom offers precise mic placement, while the MicroLock connector ensures a secure, durable connection with improved mechanical reliability-fully backward-compatible with MicroDot setups. Lightweight, flexible, and built to perform in demanding conditions, this headset is a go-to solution for professionals who prioritize audio precision and discretion.
Features
Cardioid Directional Pattern: Captures focused vocal sound while rejecting surrounding noise-ideal for live sound and presentations.CORE+ Technology: Provides ultra-clean, distortion-free audio with enhanced clarity and detail.120 mm Boom Arm: Extended boom length allows precise microphone placement for consistent sound capture.Discreet Brown Finish: Blends well with skin tones for minimal visual presence on stage or camera.MicroLock Connector: Secure, compact locking connector-fully compatible with MicroDot systems for flexible wireless setup.Flexible and Comfortable Fit: Lightweight headset adjusts easily to fit either ear securely and comfortably.Moisture Resistant Design: Built to withstand sweat and humidity for dependable performance in demanding environments.Modular Cable System: Cable and connector are swappable, supporting compatibility with various wireless systems.Fast Setup and Application: Perfect for use in theater, conferences, worship, and broadcast where quick fitting is key.
Specifications
General Specifications
Model: 4188 CORE PlusType: Cardioid Flex Headset MicrophoneBoom Length: 120 mmColor: BrownMounting Style: Single-ear Flex HeadsetConnector: MicroLockCapsule Type: 4088 directional (cardioid) capsule
Audio Performance
Directional Pattern: CardioidPrinciple of Operation: Pressure gradientCartridge Type: Pre-polarized condenserFrequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHzSensitivity: 6 mV/Pa, -44 dB re 1 V/PaEquivalent Noise Level A-weighted: Typically 26 dB(A), maximum 28 dB(A)Equivalent Noise Level ITU-R BS468-4: Typically 38 dB, maximum 40 dBDistortion THD less than 1 percent: 134 dB SPL RMS, 137 dB SPL peakMaximum SPL THD 10 percent: 144 dB SPL peakDynamic Range: Typically 111 dB
Electrical Characteristics
Rated Output Impedance: 30 to 40 ohmsCable Drive Capability: Up to 300 meters with DAD6001-BC XLR adapterOutput Balance Principle: Signal balanced with DAD6001-BC XLR adapterCommon Mode Rejection Ratio: Greater than 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with DAD6001-BCPower Supply via Adapter: Minimum 5 V, maximum 10 VPower Supply with DAD6001-BC: P48 phantom power, operational from 12 VCurrent Consumption: Typically 1.5 mA microphone only, 3.5 mA with DAD6001-BC
CORE Plus Technology
Distortion Suppression: Minimizes nonlinearities for clean, detailed soundAudio Transparency: Enhanced clarity across entire dynamic rangeTHD Benchmark: Less than 0.5 percentCompatibility: Fully compatible with DPA legacy and CORE series systems
MicroLock Connector
Locking System: Secure quick-lock designConstruction: Reinforced metal body for durabilitySignal Stability: Optimized for professional useCompatibility: Fully backward-compatible with MicroDot interface systems
Physical Characteristics
Microphone Boom Weight: 0.8 gramsEarhook Weight: 1.1 gramsCable Weight: 6.6 gramsTotal Weight: 8.5 gramsMicrophone Diameter: 5.4 mmCable Length: 1.3 metersCable Diameter: 1.6 mm
Environmental
Operating Temperature Range: Minus 40 to 45 degrees CelsiusRelative Humidity: Up to 90 percentElectromagnetic Compatibility: Fully compliant
Application Suitability
Ideal for theater, worship, corporate presentation, and broadcastDesigned for clear speech and vocal pickup in high-noise environmentsFlexible left or right ear fit with stable, low-visibility profileDurable for professional stage and event production use
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