DPA d:vote 4099 Drum Condenser Clip on Microphone Overview:

The d:vote 4099D Instrument Microphone for Drum allows for high quality audio capture of drums and percussion instruments. Users will appreciate how gently this condenser mic adheres to their prized instrument. The mic can be easily positioned to fit different types of drums. The flexible gooseneck can be positioned at different angles to allow a variety of sound nuances. The mic is elegant, lightweight, unobtrusive and designed to stay out of the way during performances.

The mounting mechanism makes it easy to move the mic between instruments. The d:vote 4099D Instrument Microphone for Drum includes a revolutionary ‘90° ’ system which provides a wide range of mounting options. By detaching the clip from the gooseneck and re-mounting it turned 90°, the number of mic positions is doubled. This mic can easily be combined with a wide variety of accessories. For the bass drum, the d:vote VC4099 Clip fits perfect on the rim.

The d:vote 4099 Instrument Microphone series is truly a musician’s mic without equal. This series allows you to achieve the purest reproduction of your instrument. The mics feature supercardioid polar patterns for superior gain-before-feedback. They offer extremely natural sound and are fully capable of handling extreme sound pressure levels. It is also perfect for hi-hats, cymbals, and tom-toms.

Known for their discreet size and elegance, these mics feature a lightweight design. Yet, d:vote 4099 Instrument Microphones are also rugged. The versatile gooseneck provides stable and repeatable positioning. The mics can be easily unclipped and repositioned or moved to another instrument. The mounting system is designed to never blemish or scratch the finish of your instrument. The flexible design supports a wide variety of mounting and positioning possibilities.

Flexible adapter system
The adapters for wireless systems give you flexible, simple and affordable possibilities. You are no longer bound to one wireless system. As circumstances change, you can just switch your adapter, instead of incurring the cost of a whole new microphone. And when you make the switch, you won't hear any loss or change in sound quality.

Detachable cables
The d:vote 4099D Instrument Microphone for Drum comes with the heavy duty 2.2 mm (0.09 in) cable, which is ideal for PA and live gigs. The thinner 1.6 mm (0.06 in) miniature cable is more appropriate for personal mounting on instruments. You can choose between the different cable qualities, to tailor your mic to a specific task.

Features:

• Handles extreme sound pressure levels
• Flat frequency response
• Excellent phase characteristics
• Versatile mounting options
• Gentle yet secure adhesion to instrument
• Compact, discrete size
• Detachable cable and versatile gooseneck extender
• Flexible adapter system fits most professional wireless systems

Specifications:

• Directional pattern: Supercardioid
• Principle of operation: Pressure gradient
• Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser
• Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Frequency range, ± 2 dB, at 20 cm (7.9 in): 80 Hz - 15 kHz with 2 dB soft boost at 10-12 kHz
• Sensitivity, nominal, ±3 dB at 1 kHz: 2 mV/Pa; -54 dB re. 1 V/Pa
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 28 dB(A) re. 20 μPa (max. 31 dB(A))
• S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL): Typ. 66 dB(A)
• Total harmonic distortion (THD): < 1% up to 123 dB SPL peak
• Dynamic range: Typ. 95 dB
• Max. SPL, peak before clipping: 152 dB
• Output impedance: From MicroDot: 30 - 40 O. From DAD4099/DAD6001-BC: 100 O
• Cable drive capability: Up to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
• Output balance principle: Signal balanced with DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
• Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR): > 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
• Power supply (for full performance): Min. 5 V to max. 50 V through DPA adapter for wireless systems
• Current consumption: Typ. 1.5 mA (microphone). 3.5 mA with DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
• Connector: MicroDot
• Color: Black
• Weight: 38 g (1.34 oz)
• Microphone diameter: 5.4 mm (0.21 in)
• Microphone length: 45 mm (1.8 in)
• Cable length: 1.8 m (5.9 ft)
• Cable diameter: 1.6 mm (0.06 in) / 2.2 mm (0.09 in)
• Polarity: +V at MicroDot pin for positive sound pressure (and pin 2 on DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR adapter)
• Temperature range: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
• Relative humidity (RH): Up to 90%
• Gooseneck length: 140 mm (5.5 in)