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DPA d:facto™ Vocal Microphone

The DPA d:facto™ Vocal Microphone brings studio quality sound to the live stage using the same condenser capsule technology as the award winning DPA 4018 Supercardioid microphone.

The d:facto™ 4018V capsule blows the competition out of the water with its excellent off-axis rejection, and spill that does enter the capsule sounds totally natural thanks to its directional capsule technology. The d:facto™’s handling noise has been reduced to virtually null thanks to its innovative capsule mounting system which includes shock absorption between the handle and the capsule.

The d:facto™ Vocal’s modular design and extensive adapter range make it unique in that it can be coupled with all major wireless systems. See the list of DPA d:facto wireless adaptors in the description below.

Also available is the DPA d:facto™ Linear Vocal Microphone, which has a totally flat frequency response, should that better suit the vocalist or situation.

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Product Description

The DPA d:facto™ Vocal microphone is designed to bring studio-quality sound to the stage without any of the problems studio microphones can usually suffer from in this demanding environment. Using experience gained from building the award-winning DPA 4018 Supercardioid capsule, DPA has tailored the d:facto™’s capsule to give a far more directional pick-up pattern, excellent rejection of feedback and off axis neutrality and attenuation.

The d:facto™ Vocal is designed specifically to give engineers the power of excellent studio quality sound in almost any environment, and its amazing capsule speaks for itself. The d:facto™ 4018V capsule blows the competition out of the water with its excellent off-axis rejection, and spill that does enter the capsule sounds totally natural thanks to its directional capsule technology. The d:facto’s handling noise has been reduced to virtually null thanks to its innovative capsule mounting system which includes shock absorption between the handle and the capsule. The d:facto Vocal mic features a high boost to accentuate the natural vocal range, though if you want a totally linear response check out the DPA d:facto Linear Vocal mic.

The d:facto™ Vocal capsule is suspended in a pop-proof housing to optimise handling noise. As well as it’s excellent full-bandwidth frequency response, the d:facto™ is capable of handling sound pressure levels up to 160dB before clipping. This is definitely not your average vocal microphone and must be heard to be believed.

The d:facto™ Vocal Microphone is avaiable as the following options:

  • 4018V-B-B01 Wired XLR in Black
  • 4018V-B-SL1 Wireless for Shure, Sony, Line 6 in Black
  • 4018V-x-SE2ew Wireless for Sennheiser G3/4, 2000, 6000 & 9000 in Black or Nickel
  • 4018V-x-SE5 Wireless for Sennheiser 5000 in Black or Nickel
  • 4018V-B-WI2 Wirless for Wisycom in Black

The d:facto™ system is modular and the capsules can be swapped between the various adaptors giving you the ultimate freedom of choice when it comes to your audio chain.

DPA d:facto™ Vocal Microphone

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 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
Color Matte black
Microphone diameter 52 mm (2.05 in)
Capsule diameter 19 mm (0.75 in)
Temperature range -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
Relative humidity (RH) Up to 90%