DPA 4188 Directional Flex Earset

The 4188 Earset Mic delivers professional directional audio capture in a discreet, lightweight design. Featuring the acclaimed 4088 directional capsule paired with a flexible one-ear earset, it's engineered for applications where speed and comfort matter. Ideal for conferences, speeches, and active live performances, this microphone stays virtually unnoticed while maintaining pristine sound quality.

The directional pickup pattern minimizes ambient noise and feedback, making it perfect for presenters and performers who need reliable, hands-free audio without the burden of traditional headset weight.

The DPA 4188 Directional Flex Earset is available with CORE or CORE+ technology, and is also available in black, brown or beige.

It is also available as 120 mm or 100 mm.

Features:

• Pristine audio quality
• Lightweight and flexible
• Easy mounting to the left or right
• Minimal visual impact
• Resistant to humidity
• Flexible adapter system fits most professional wireless systems

Specifications:

• Directional pattern: Cardioid
• Principle of operation: Pressure gradient
• Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity, nominal, ±3 dB at 1 kHz: 6 mV/Pa; -44 dB re. 1 V/Pa
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 26 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 28 dB(A))
• Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4 Typ. 38 dB (max. 40 dB)
• Distortion, THD < 0.5%: 137 dB SPL RMS, 140 dB SPL peak
• Distortion, THD < 1%: 139 dB SPL RMS, 142 dB SPL peak
• Dynamic range: Typ. 116 dB
• Max. SPL, THD 10%: 146 dB SPL peak
• Rated output impedance: From MicroLock: 30 - 40 Ω. From DAD9001: 100 Ω
• Cable drive capability: Up to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD9001 XLR Adapter
• Output balance principle: Signal balanced with DAD9001 XLR Adapter
• Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR): > 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with DAD9001 XLR Adapter
• Power supply (for full performance):

  • For wireless systems Min. 5 V - max. 10 V through DPA adapter
  • With DAD9001: P48 (Phantom Power). Will work from 12 V
• Current consumption: Typ. 1.5 mA (microphone). 3.5 mA with DAD9001 XLR Adapter
• Connector: MicroLock
• Weight: Microphone boom: 0.8 g (0.03 oz). Earhook: 1.1 g (0.04 oz). Cabel: 6.6 g (0.23 oz). Total: 8.5 g (0.30 oz)
• Microphone diameter: 5.4 mm (0.21 in)
• Cable length: 1.3 m (4.3 ft)
• Cable diameter: 1.6 mm (0.06 in)
• Polarity: +V at MicroLock pin for positive sound pressure (and pin 2 on DAD9001 XLR adapter)
• Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC): Fully compatible
• Temperature range: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
• Relative humidity (RH): Up to 90%
• Colours: Black, Beige, Brown