It captures electrifying stage performances and accurately replicates a singer's voice transparently, consistently and thrillingly. The mic is optimized for use in sound reinforcement as well as recording applications. It offers natural sound, high separation from nearby sound sources and SPL handling up to 160 dB.

The phantom-powered DPA handle has a sleek look and state-of-the-art electronic design.

And, if you decide to go wireless, you can just switch to an adapter for wireless at a quarter of the cost of a new microphone. The modular nature of the d:facto? series allows you to switch both the capsule as well as the adapter.

The d:facto Supercardioid Capsule features an isolation-optimized supercardioid polar pattern. It is specifically designed to augment the human vocal range. This VIP (Voice Isolation Pattern) uses directional characteristic from the best of two worlds - both cardioid and supercardioid patterns. The capsule's directional pattern and definition gives high separation and true sound color onstage. It is ideal for PA amplification and recording. Frequency response and phase, both on- and off-axis, is linear. You can remove the capsule and replace it with any other d:facto? or d:dicate? capsule if your needs change.

The mic also features a robust three-stage pop protection grid built into the microphone that removes unwanted noise.

Although this version of the d:facto? Vocal Microphone comes with a d:facto? Handle for a wired solution, the d:facto? Vocal Microphone is also the perfect choice to use with your favorite wireless system.

Flexible adapter system
This gives you flexible, simple and affordable possibilities. With the d:facto? series, you are no longer bound to one wireless system. As circumstances change, you can just switch your adapter at a quarter of the cost of a new microphone. You won't hear any loss in sound quality.

d:facto? adapters work with all leading wireless mic solutions, such as Lectrosonics, Sennheiser, Shure, Sony and Wisycom. DPA Microphones' ingenious adapter system is one of a kind in the industry. This modular system protects your investment in fantastic sound for years to come.

Extraordinarily natural sound

Perfectly uniform supercardioid directionality

High separation

Extreme SPL handling: 160 dB

Low handling noise

Sleek design

Flexible adapter system fits most professional wireless systems

Directional characteristics : Supercardioid

Principle of operation : Pressure gradient

Cartridge type : Pre-polarized condenser

Frequency range : 20 Hz - 20 kHz

Frequency range, ± 2 dB : 100 Hz - 16 kHz with 3 dB soft boost at 12 kHz. Permanent 3rd order low-cut filter (-3 dB at 80 Hz)

Sensitivity, nominal, ± 2 dB at 1 kHz : 5 mV/Pa; -46 dB re. 1 V/Pa

Equivalent noise level, A-weighted : Typ. 19 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 21 dB(A))

S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL) : Typ. 75 dB(A)

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) : < 1 % up to 139 dB SPL peak

Dynamic range : Typ. 120 dB

Max. SPL, peak before clipping : 164 dB

Output impedance : 100

Minimum load impedance : 1 k

Cable drive capability : 100 m (328 ft)

Output balance principle : Impedance balancing with Active Drive

Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR) : > 50 dB at 1 kHz

Power supply : 48 V Phantom power (± 4 V)

Current consumption : Max 2 mA

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

Color : Matte black

Weight : 309 g (10.9 oz)

Microphone diameter : 52 mm (2.05 in)

Capsule diameter : 19 mm (0.75 in)

Microphone length : 205 mm (8.1 in)

Output voltage : RMS 8 V

Polarity : +V at pin 2 for positive sound pressure

Temperature range : -40 to 45C (-40 to 113F)

Relative Humidity (RH) : Up to 90%