DPA Microphones, a leading manufacturer of high-quality microphone solutions, introduces its new compact 2012 Cardioid and 2015 Wide Cardioid Microphones. The announcement states, “Ideal for a variety of instruments, from loud and booming audio to gentle and elusive tones, the 2012 and 2015 mics stand to become trusted solutions for live sound professionals. DPA will showcase these new solutions at the 2023 NAMM Show (Booth 14504).”
2015 Compact Wide Cardioid Microphone is designed as a stereo pair.
“We are so pleased to share these new solutions for sound professionals in the music industry,” says Helga Volha Somava, Product Management Director, DPA Microphones. “The 2012 Cardioid and 2015 Wide Cardioid continue to build upon our other live microphone solutions, offering the same natural sound quality that people know, love and trust, with sonic and physical properties specifically designed to meet the needs of the live stage. Thanks to the superior SPL handling and excellent transient response, these microphones will serve as versatile and durable solutions for audio professionals everywhere.”
The 2012 Compact Cardioid Microphone is designed to be a reliable, all-around, generalist pencil mic for any instrument, from horns and percussion to acoustic or electric guitars, bass cabinets and more. The 2012 features an extended frequency range and flat frequency response in a small-form factor. The 2012’s transient response also allows it to cope with high SPLs while designed to capture the most delicate of sounds.
While the 2012 excels at single instrument pickup, the 2015 Compact Wide Cardioid Microphone is designed as a stereo pair on drum kits and instrument groups. Featuring uniform, wide cardioid directionality and a linear frequency response, a selected pair of 2015 mics offers spacious sound for horn groups, vibraphones, xylophones and other large instruments. When closely positioned, the mics are also designed for large grand pianos or for use as overheads for drum kits. This stereo pair is designed to capture balanced sound of the entire instrument with less bleed from the stage. Additionally, the compact and durable design of the 2015 allows for unobtrusive placement at venues of any size.
Both solutions are pre-polarized condenser mics, each with a specifically designed 17mm (0.67-inch) capsule that is tailored for its intended application. The 2012 and 2015 come in a practical zip pouch, along with a microphone holder and windscreen. Additional accessories such as a stereo boom, gooseneck mount and corresponding shock mounts are also available.
Pricing for the 2012 Cardioid Microphone begins at $849 USD, while a stereo pair of 2015 Wide Cardioid Microphones starts at $1,595 USD. Prices exclude local tax.
For more information, please visit www.dpamicrophones.com.
