DPA 2012 Compact Cardioid Microphone
Description
DPA Microphones 2012 Compact Cardioid Microphone
The 2012 Cardioid Microphone is a robust and reliable condenser microphone for nearby microphones. It is extremely flexible and will shine on many instruments. In addition to natural sound reproduction, the microphone has a uniform cardioid directionality and has been designed to withstand heavy use on the live stage.
2012 Compact Cardioid Microphone
Durable and reinforced construction
Excellent transitory response
Uniform cardioid directionality
Excellent SPL handling
Precise and natural sound reproduction
The 2012 Compact Cardioid Microphone is the best generalist and versatile microphone you can find to cover a wide range of close microphone needs on the live stage. It is a robust and reliable condenser microphone, ideal for capturing a single instrument. Its specifically powerful features make it an extremely flexible microphone that will shine on many instruments, particularly those in the high frequency range.
Specs
Directional Pattern: Cardioid
Working Principle: Pressure Gradient
Cartridge Type: Prepolarized Condenser
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Effective frequency range, ±2 dB, 30 cm (11.8 inch): 40 Hz to 20 kHz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB to 1 kHz: 8mV/Pa
Equivalent noise level, weighted A: Type. 20 dB(A) RE 20 µPa (max. 22 dB(A))
Distortion, THD < 1%: 148 dB SPL, 151 dB SPL peak
Dynamic Range: Type. 131dB
max. SPL, THD 10%: 156 dB SPL peak
Nominal output impedance: 60 Ω
Minimum load impedance: 2
Cable drive capacity: 100 meters (328 feet)
Production Balance Principle: Impedance Balance with Active Drive
Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR): > 60dB
Power Supply (for full performance): P48 (Phantom Power)
Current consumption: 0.7 mA
Connector: XLR-3M. Pin 1: Shield, Pin 2: Signal + Phase, Pin 3: - Phase
Weight: 83 grams
Microphone diameter: 19mm
Capsule diameter: 17mm
Microphone Length: 94mm
Maximum output voltage, RMS: 8.7 V (21 dBu)
Polarity: +V on pin 2 for positive sound pressure
Temperature range: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
Relative Humidity (HR): Up to 90%
Color: Black