The black d:screet mini 4080 Miniature Cardioid Lavalier Microphone with a Microdot Terminationfrom DPA Microphones is designed for speech reproduction in broadcast, conference, and live applications in the studio or the field. It features a pre-EQ'd 4dB presence boost to help accentuate vocals and the speaking range. The 4080 can be clipped to both left- and right-buttoned shirts and includes black and white pop filters.
Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
Principle of Operation | Pressure gradient |
Cartridge Type | Pre-polarized condenser element with vertical diaphragm |
Frequency Range | 250 Hz to 17 kHz with a typical 4 dB soft boost @ 4 to 6 kHz (-5 dB @ 100 Hz), +/- 2 dB |
Sensitivity | 20 mV/Pa at 1 kHz; -34.4 dB re. 1 V/Pa (nominal, +/-3 dB @ 1 kHz) |
Equivalent Noise Level | A-Weighted: Typical: 23 dBA re. 20 µPa Maximum: 26 dBA |
S/N Ratio | 71 dBA, 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL) |
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <1% THD up to 123 dB SPL peak <1% THD up to 120 dB SPL RMS sine |
Dynamic Range | Typical: 100 dB |
Maximum Sound Pressure Level (SPL) | Peak Before Clipping: 134 dB |
Output Impedance | 30 to 40 Ω |
Cable Drive Capability | Up to 984' (300 m) |
Connector | Microdot termination |
Cable Length | 4' (1.2 m) Cable Diameter: 0.06" (1.6 mm) |
Dimensions (Ø x L) | 0.4 x 1.2" (10 x 30 mm) |
Weight | 0.5 oz (15 g) |