DPA d:facto 4018V Softboost Vocal Microphone

The d:facto series delivers authentic studio-quality sound to live stages and broadcasting environments.

This model features a pre-programmed high-end boost with a 3 dB soft lift at 12 kHz, enhancing vocal clarity and presence without harshness.

The modular design sets the d:facto apart, swap capsules and adapters to customize your setup for any application.

This flexibility makes it the most versatile vocal microphone available, adapting to your specific performance or recording needs. Perfect for vocalists, broadcasters, and audio professionals seeking premium sound with adaptability.

The DPA d 4018V Softboost Vocal Microphone is available with a wired DPA handle, an SL1 adapter, a WI2 adapter, an SE2-ew adapter in black or nickel, or an SE5 adapter in black or nickel.

Features:

• Extraordinarily natural sound
• Perfectly uniform supercardioid directionality
• High separation
• Extreme SPL handling
• Low handling noise
• Sleek design
• Flexible adapter system fits most professional wireless systems

Specifications:

• Directional pattern: Supercardioid
• Principle of operation: Pressure gradient
• Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser
• Frequency response: 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 kHz: 

  • 5 mV/Pa; -46 dB re. 1 V/Pa
  • 2 mV/Pa; -54 dB re. 1 V/Pa with Adapter for wireless
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 19 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 21 dB(A))
• Distortion, THD < 1%: 136 dB SPL RMS, 139 dB SPL peak
• Dynamic range: Typ. 120 dB
• Max. SPL, THD 10%: 160 dB SPL peak
• Rated output impedance: 100 Ω
• Minimum load impedance: 1
• Cable drive capability: 100 m (328 ft)
• Output balance principle: Impedance balancing with Active Drive
• Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR): > 50 dB at 1 kHz
• Power supply (for full performance): P48 (Phantom Power)
• Current consumption: Max 2.0 mA
• Connector: XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase
• Weight: 309 g (10.9 oz)
• Microphone diameter: 52 mm (2.05 in)
• Capsule diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
• Microphone length: 205 mm (8.1 in)
• Maximum output voltage, RMS: 8 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%
• Colours: Matte black