DPA d:dicate™ 4017C Compact Shotgun Mic with Rycote Windshield DPA

4017C-R SHOTGUN MICROPHONE, COMPACT, WITH RYCOTE WINDSHIELD

DPA Microphones has joined forces with Rycote® to develop the d:dicate™ 4017C-R Shotgun Microphone, Compact with Rycote® Windshield Solution. The strong suspension and windshield has been designed specifically to take the mic’s compact size and light weight into consideration.
This kit provides everything an outside broadcaster, journalist or location film maker could need for clear, directional sound, regardless of weather and environmental conditions.

At just 154 mm (6.1 in) and 70 g (2.5 oz), this mic sets new standards for compactness within shotgun microphones and their applications. At the same time, it offers impressive accuracy, clarity and musicality. The mic is fully immune to RF emission and the 19 mm (0.75 in) condenser cartridge is capable of handling peak SPLs of 152 dB before clipping. Designed for a broad range of applications, the d:dicate™ Microphones Series is ideal for use with camera systems, in fixed positions at sports facilities, for broadcast/ENG/film booming and even studio recording environments.
 
The microphone capsule

The d:dicate™ 4017C Shotgun Microphone, Compact is equipped with a highly-directional hypercardioid pickup pattern; obtained using a supercardioid design with an interference tube that provides excellent off-axis rejection. Its unique directional pattern is useful when you need exceptionally high directivity with high background noise rejection. It is convenient when you cannot place the mic close enough to the sound source. The MMP-C preamplifier makes booming applications such as in a car or in low-ceiling rooms is uncomplicated.

Extensive research and development has been undertaken to optimize the sound coming from the sides and back of the microphone. One of the key accomplishments is that we have minimized often very un-linear response of a shotgun microphone due to its side lobes. The condenser capsule uses a high voltage pre-polarized back plate, endowing the shotgun with high output as well as wide dynamics, extremely low noise and distortion specifications.

The d:dicate™ 4017C Shotgun Microphone, Compact is also without the Rycote® Windshield.

At any time, and with no tools needed, it is possible to transform the d: d:dicate™ 4017C Shotgun Microphone, Compact into a new configuration. You can combine it with another d:dicate™ or d:facto™ Microphone Capsule or Preamplifier.
Features

The product offers the following features
Small and lightweight
Excellent RF Immunity
Uniform off-axis response
Highly directional pattern

Specifications
d:dicate™ Recording Microphones 4017C-R SHOTGUN MICROPHONE, COMPACT, WITH RYCOTE WINDSHIELD

Directional patternSupercardioid, lobe-shaped
Principle of operationPressure gradient, with interference tube
Cartridge typePre-polarized condenser
Frequency range20 Hz – 20 kHz
Frequency range, ±2 dB, at 60 cm (23.6 in)40 Hz – 18 kHz with typ. 3 dB soft boost at 15 kHz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz19 mV/Pa; -34.4 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, A-weightedTyp. 13 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 15 dB(A))
Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4Typ. 24 dB (max. 26 dB)
S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL)Typ. 81 dB(A)
Total harmonic distortion (THD)< 1% up to 137 dB SPL peak
Dynamic rangeTyp. 124 dB
Max. SPL, peak before clipping146 dB
Output impedance100 Ω
Minimum load impedance2 kΩ
Cable drive capability100 m (328 ft)
Output balance principleImpedance balancing with Active Drive
Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR)> 50 dB
Power supply (for full performance)48 V Phantom power (± 4 V)
Current consumption2.8 mA
ConnectorXLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: – phase
ColorMatte black
Weight70 g (2.5 oz)
Microphone diameter19 mm (0.75 in)
Capsule diameter19 mm (0.75 in)
Microphone length154 mm (6 in)
Maximum output voltage, RMS4.5 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%