DPA Microphones will present its 4099 CORE+ Instrument Microphone and redesigned instrument clip solutions to 2026 NAMM Show audiences at Booth 16102.
“As the next generation of the brand’s renowned instrument microphone, the 4099 CORE+ sets a new benchmark for clarity, control and versatility,” DPA’s announcement states. “It features the industry’s most advanced distortion-reduction technology, which delivers a wider dynamic range, enhanced sonic transparency and improved authenticity for microphones that don’t just meet expectations—they redefine them.”
With a design based on years of research and user input, the 4099 CORE+ features 10 dB of added dynamic range and a higher clipping point than the previous generation, the 4099 CORE+ is designed to capture instrument nuance with precision and authenticity. Incorporating CORE+ by DPA technology, a, patent-pending innovation, the mic removes non-linearities that can occur in the microphone membrane and circuitry for transparent and distortion-free sound.
“The original DPA 4099 has long been the go-to for professional musicians and sound engineers around the world,” says Helga Volha Somava, Product Management Director, DPA Microphones. “The 4099 CORE+ carries forward that legacy while elevating the microphone with next-level performance, maintaining the iconic tonal characteristics that users love, but introducing new technology that pushes the boundaries of studio and live sound. We first introduced CORE+ by DPA technology at last year’s NAMM, and we look forward to showcasing the 4099 CORE+ to audiences at the forthcoming show.”
Alongside the 4099 CORE+, the company also engineered a new mounting system aimed at improving usability and stability across an even broader range of instruments. Central to this upgrade is the new Gooseneck Mount (G-MOUNT), which features a two-step locking mechanism for precise one-hand positioning. It also offers improved vibration isolation and is backwards compatible with many existing DPA clips, allowing a smooth upgrade for current users.
Several familiar clips, such as those for cello, piano and microphone stands, have also been refined to enhance usability, adaptability and acoustic performance. A new addition to the lineup, the XLR-Mount, expands functionality by enabling users to mount 19mm pencil mics or XLR adapters.
Like all CORE+ by DPA microphones, the enhanced 4099 also features DPA’s new MicroLock connector—designed for connection reliability in demanding environments and features a refined shock mount and upgraded wind protection.
For more information, visit www.dpamicrophones.com/4099-core-plus.
