DPA 4466 Core Headsets
DPA Microphones is highlighting its latest microphone solutions, designed to meet the growing live production needs of the broadcast and AV markets. As the rapid adoption of live streaming continues to grow in broadcast applications, speech intelligibility remains at the forefront of all productions. In recognition of the changes in the media landscape, DPA recently released broadcast mic solutions, the 4466 Core Omnidirectional and 4488 Core Directional Headset Microphones, and the 4097 Micro Shotgun Microphone and Interview Kit.
“The pandemic has shown us the true importance of being quickly and easily adaptable to a rapidly changing media landscape,” says Anne Berggrein, vice president, marketing, DPA Microphones A/S. “These new offerings are a direct result of the innovation and forward-thinking response to the industry, and we are excited to call attention to the benefits they provide to the broadcast market.”
DPA 4488 Core Headset
Based on the design of the company’s 6066 Subminiature Headsets, the new 4466 Core Omnidirectional and 4488 Core Directional Headset Microphones feature the brand’s 5mm round microphone capsule. According to the announcement, “These latest offerings provide the security, durability and flexibility necessary for use in broadcast, worship, theatre and corporate conferencing. With a one-size-fits-all design and adjustable boom height and length, the 4466 and 4488 headsets accommodate all head shapes and sizes. A unique, three-point gripping system (above, below and behind the ear) ensures a greater level of security, while the flexible ear hooks provide continued comfort during extended use.”
In addition, the new headsets share the same interchangeable cable and boom options as the 6066 Subminiature Headsets. This includes the 90-degree cable management guide at the neck. The headset frame, boom and capsule have a non-reflective surface for unobtrusiveness and ease-of-use for camera crews. The 4466 and 4488 are available in the company’s standard black and beige options, as well as the recently added brown version.
DPA 4097 Core Micro-Shotgun Mic on Transmitter
Featuring the same sonic qualities as the brand’s supercardioid Choir Microphone, the 4097 Core Micro Shotgun Microphone has been optimized to pick up speech from a distance. Initially designed for plant miking applications, it is made for miking in small spaces because of its small footprint and clear audio pickup. Additionally, when selected as part of the company’s new 4097 Core Interview Kit, which includes a lightweight boom and windjammer, the mic allows journalists to conduct interviews from up to two meters (6.5 feet) away, for single-reporter interview applications in today’s socially distanced world.
Featuring a lightweight telescopic boom pole, to further ensure social distance protocols, and a Rycote windjammer, for outdoor productions, the kit also includes DPA’s new 4099 Cold Shoe Mount, a DPA MicroDot cable and a transmitter plate. This plug-and-play solution allows single-operator crews to safely capture important news and information.
The sonic qualities of the 4097 Core Micro Shotgun allow mic placement in inconspicuous locations to capture sound from anywhere on set. Used in combination with DPA boom mics and lavaliers, the 4097 Micro Shotgun completes the microphone package for TV or film production.
DPA 4097 Core Micro Shotgun Interview Kit
When used in conjunction with DPA’s lightweight MMA-A Digital Audio Interface, the 4097 Core Micro Shotgun can be used as a complete remote recording package. The interface is a high-quality, two-channel microphone preamp and A/D converter offering mono, dual and stereo capabilities. Compatible with iOS devices, Mac or PC computer, the MMA-A is designed for clear audio to, and from, anywhere in the world.
Terminating in a MicroDot connection, the 4097 Core Micro Shotgun can also attach directly to a transmitter and can be used with the company’s 4099 series mounts, clamps and clips, for mounting on any surface. Most recently, DPA released the MS4099 Mic Stand Mount, a solution for mounting the 4097 onto any mic stand. Borrowed from the design of other DPA mounting options, the barrel of the MS4099 mic holder allows users to attach and remove the microphone. In addition, the mount can be turned for vertical or horizontal use, pending application.
