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DPA 2012 Compact Cardioid Microphone

The 2012 Compact Cardioid Mic is a reliable and versatile condenser mic that is perfect for close-miking on the live stage. With superior accuracy and transient response, it is ideal for high-frequency instruments. Its durable brass construction and protective black chrome finish make it built to last, and its off-axis response minimises bleed from other instruments. Choose the 2012 for exceptional performance and precision.

Product Description

Looking for a versatile and reliable mic that can handle a wide range of close-miking needs on the live stage? Look no further than the 2012 Compact Cardioid Mic. This top-quality condenser mic is the perfect choice for single instrument pickup, offering unparalleled accuracy and transient response that simply can’t be matched by dynamic mics.

Crafted from durable brass and finished with a protective black chrome coating, the 2012 is built to withstand the rigours of live performance. And thanks to its cardioid capsule with DPA’s famously flat off-axis response, this mic delivers exceptional gain-before-feedback while also minimising bleed from other instruments at close proximity.

Whether you’re performing on a busy stage or recording in the studio, the 2012 Compact Cardioid Mic is the ideal choice for capturing the most delicate sounds with precision and clarity. So why settle for anything less? Invest in the best all-around, generalist mic on the market today and take your performances to the next level.

DPA 2012 Cardioid Microphone

Directional pattern Cardioid
Principle of operation Pressure gradient
Cartridge type Pre-polarized condenser
Frequency response 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Frequency range 40 Hz to 18 kHz at 30 cm (11.8
in)
Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz 8 mV/Pa; -42 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted Typ. 20 dB(A) re 20 µPa (max. 22 dB(A))
Distortion, THD < 1% 148 dB SPL (151 dB SPL peak)
Dynamic range Typ. 131 dB
Max. SPL, THD 10% 153 dB SPL (156 dB SPL peak)
Rated output impedance 60 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) P48 (Phantom power)
Current consumption 0.7 mA
Connector XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: – phase
Color Matte black
Weight 83 g (2.9 oz)
Microphone diameter 19 mm (0.75 in)
Microphone length 94 mm (3.7 in)
Maximum output voltage, RMS >8.7 V (21 dBu)
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%

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