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DPA 4041-SP Large Diaphragm Omnidirectional Pencil Microphone

The DPA 4041-SP Large Diaphragm Omnidirectional Pencil Microphone is the flagship microphone of the DPA recording range. The DPA 4041 has a dynamic range of 126dB with a spookily low noise floor of only 8dB and can handle sound pressure levels of up to 134db before clipping – a truly exceptional studio recording microphone, unmatched in clarity.

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The DPA 4041-SP Large Diaphragm Omnidirectional Pencil Microphone comprises of a one-inch omnidirectional capsule which, as described here, has a 48v phantom powered solid state preamp offering amazing clarity and dynamics, ideal for studio vocal and instrumental recordings.

The microphone has a dynamic range of almost 120dB with a spookily low noise floor of only 8dB and can handle sound pressure levels of up to 134db before clipping. The sonic clarity of this microphone is unsurpassed and, as one would expect, this is also reflected in its price, though it is worth every penny.

The DPA 4041 is for life and probably longer offering a unique investment in music technology history. The microphone package includes a tubular clip, windshield and its own individual calibration chart for reference, guaranteed for 5 years.

DPA 4041-SP Large Diaphragm Omnidirectional Pencil Microphone

Directional pattern Omnidirectional
Principle of operation Pressure
Cartridge type Condenser w. stainless steel diaphragm
Frequency response 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Effective frequency range ±2 dB 20 Hz – 20 kHz with 4 – 6 dB soft boost at 8 kHz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 250 Hz 70 mV/Pa; -23 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted Max. 8 dB(A) re. 20 µPa
Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4 Max. 20 dB
Distortion, THD < 1% 123 dB SPL RMS, 126 dB SPL peak
Dynamic range Typ. 118 dB
Max. SPL, THD 10% 134 dB SPL peak
Rated output impedance < 200 Ω
Cable drive capability 100 m (328 ft)
Power supply (for full performance) Via external power supply
Current consumption 2.20 mA
Connector 3-pin XLR-M (Standard P48)
Weight 190 g (6.7 oz)
Capsule diameter 24 mm (1 in)
Microphone length 170 mm (6.7 in)
Temperature range -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
Relative humidity (RH) Up to 90%