DPA 5015A

This is a complete Surround Kit with five carefully factory-matched d:dicate™ 4015 Wide Cardioid Microphones. Even though the standard tolerances on the d:dicate™ 4015 Wide Cardioid Microphones are extremely low, the surround match is even closer.

The specially selected d:dicate™ 4015 Wide Cardioid Microphones are matched within ±1 dB on both frequency response and sensitivity from mean of set.

Recording orchestras or other acoustic ensembles sometimes requires a compromise between blending in the room reverberation and a more precise localization. The natural response and dynamic range make this Surround Kit an obvious choice for precise tone quality and wide dynamic range. This is a great solution for AB, Decca Tree or surround main arrays like our Wide Cardioid Surround Array.

The foam design in the heavy-duty transportation box allows for fast and easy exchange of microphone/accessory inlays.

Directional pattern

Wide cardioid

Principle of operation

Pressure gradient

Cartridge type

Pre-polarized condenser

Frequency range

20 Hz - 20 kHz

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)

S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL)

Typ. 76 dB(A)

Total harmonic distortion (THD)

< 1% up to 139 dB SPL peak

Dynamic range

Typ. 121 dB

Max. SPL, peak before clipping

159 dB

Switchable attenuator, filters etc.

0 dB / -20 dB

Output impedance

200 Ω

Minimum load impedance

2 kΩ

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)

48 V Phantom power (± 4 V)

Current consumption

2.8 mA

Connector

XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase

Color

Matte black

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°