DPA 4015 Wide Cardioid Microphone

The DPA 4015 Wide Cardioid Microphone bridges the gap between omnidirectional and directional pickup patterns, offering a unique solution for versatile recording applications.

Its defining characteristic is exceptionally linear off-axis response, a rare quality that ensures sound sources outside the primary pickup area are captured with authentic tonal accuracy, merely softened rather than coloured.

This means any leakage or ambient sound remains faithful to its source, providing natural, transparent audio reproduction without the tonal shifts common in traditional cardioid designs. Ideal for studios, live sound, and broadcast environments where balanced directionality and honest sound capture matter.

The DPA 4015 Wide Cardioid Microphone is also available in the compact version.

Features:

• Low Profile - wide pickup area
• Natural reproduction
• Directional ambience pickup
• Exceptional for vocals
• Modular flexibility

Specifications:

• Directional pattern: Wide cardioid
• Principle of operation: Pressure gradient
• Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Effective frequency range, ±2 dB, at 60 cm (23.6 in): 40 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz: 10 mV/Pa; -40 dB re. 1 V/Pa
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 18 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 20 dB(A))
• Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4: Typ. 25 dB (correct with the attenuator in 0 dB or -20 dB setting)
• Distortion, THD < 1%: 136 dB SPL RMS, 139 dB SPL peak
• Dynamic range: Typ. 121 dB
• Max. SPL, THD 10%: 159 dB SPL peak
• Switchable attenuator, filters etc.: 0 dB / -20 dB
• Rated output impedance: 200 Ω
• Minimum load impedance: 2
• Cable drive capability: 100 m (328 ft)
• Output balance principle: Impedance balancing with Active Drive
• Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR): > 60 dB
• Power supply (for full performance): P48 (Phantom Power)
• Current consumption: 2.8 mA
• Connector: XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase
• Weight: 158 g (5.6 oz)
• Microphone diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
• Capsule diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
• Microphone length: 170 mm (6.7 in)
• Maximum output voltage, RMS: > 5 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%
• Matching tolerance (frequency response and sensitivity): ±1 dB
• Phase deviation for kit: < 10°
• Colours: Matte black