Specs
DPA 4018VL-B-SL1 Dynamic MicrophoneSpecifications
Directional Supercardioid Pattern
Principle of OperationPressure Gradient (differential)
Type of pickupPre-polarized condenser
Response frequency(s) 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Effective Frequency Range ±2 dB, AT 12 cm (4.7 in) 40 Hz - 16 kHz with 3 dB Soft Boost at 12 KHz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz5 mV/pa; -46 dB re. 1 v/pa 2 mV/pa; -54 dB re. 1 v/pa with adapter for wireless
Equivalent noise level, weighted-ATYP. 19 dB(a) re. 20 µPa (max. 21 dB(A))
Distortion, THD < 1%136 dB SPL RMS, 139 dB SPL Peak
Dynamic reachTyp. 120 dBmax. SPL, THD 10%160 dB SPL Peak
Rated output impedance100 Ω (unbalanced)
Minimum load impedance1 kΩ
Cable Drive Capability100 M (328 ft)Output Balance PrincipleImpedance Balancing With Active DriveCommon Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR) > 50 dB at 1 kHz
Power Supply (For Full Performance)P48 (Phantom Power)
Current consumptionmax 2.0 mA
Connector(s)XLR-3M. Pin 1: Shield, Pin 2: Signal + Phase, Pin 3: - Phase
Color(s)Matte Black
Weight309 g (10.9 oz)
Microphone Diameter52 mm (2.05 in)
Capsule Diameter19 mm (0.75 in)
Microphone Length205 mm (8.1 in)
Maximum output Voltage, RMS8 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%
