DPA 4018V-B-B01 Vocal Microphone

DPA 4018V-B-B01 vocal microphone with high-frequency boost

The DPA 4018V-B-B01 is a professional "d:facto" series condenser vocal microphone, featuring a 3 dB high-frequency boost at 12 kHz (Soft Boost). This characteristic adds extra detail, clarity, and "air" to vocals, helping the voice stand out more easily in the overall sound mix without complex equalization.

The microphone boasts an extremely stable supercardioid polar pattern, which effectively isolates vocals from surrounding instruments and ensures exceptionally high resistance to acoustic feedback. Its modular design allows the capsule to be easily adapted for both wired use with an XLR handle and various wireless systems using appropriate adapters. This is one of the most reliable tools for top-level stages.

Key Features

• High-frequency boost (Soft Boost): A 3 dB boost at 12 kHz gives the voice more articulation and a natural sound.
• Maximum isolation: The supercardioid capsule precisely focuses on the vocal and rejects unwanted sounds from the sides.
• Extreme SPL resistance: Capable of handling sound pressure up to 160 dB without any audible distortion.
• Modular system: The ability to use the same capsule with different wired and wireless solutions.
• Minimal handling noise: A special internal design ensures that moving the microphone on stage does not cause extraneous noises.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: DPA Microphones
• Model: 4018V Vocal Microphone with XLR Handle
• Product Code 4018V-B-B01 - Black
• Capsule Type: Condenser (pre-polarized)
• Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Effective Frequency Range (±2 dB, 12 cm distance): 40 Hz – 16 kHz (with 3 dB boost at 12 kHz)
• Sensitivity (±2 dB at 1 kHz): 5 mV/Pa; -46 dB re. 1 V/Pa
• Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted): Typically 19 dB(A)
• Dynamic Range: Typically 120 dB
• Max SPL (THD 10%): 160 dB SPL peak
• Output Impedance: 100 Ω
• Connector: XLR-3 (male)
• Color: Black
• Weight: 309 g

What's in the Box?

• 1 x DPA 4018V supercardioid microphone capsule
• 1 x DPA DPA2-B XLR microphone handle
• 1 x DUA0710 microphone clip
• 1 x Carrying case

Who is it for?

• Professional vocalists whose voice lacks natural brightness on stage.
• Sound engineers working with loud musical ensembles where precise vocal control is needed.
• TV studios and broadcasts that require studio-quality sound during live performances.

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