DPA 4018 Supercardioid Floorstand Microphone
PRICE - Rs. 3,19,261
DPA 4018 supercardioid floorstand microphone with MMC4018 capsule for stage voice and instruments, 77 or 122 cm boom, single or twin, XLR. Available in India from Shivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India.
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Acoustics
| Directional pattern | Supercardioid |
| Principle of operation | Pressure gradient |
| Cartridge type | Pre-polarised condenser |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Effective frequency range ±2 dB, at 30 cm (11.8 in) | 40 Hz - 18 kHz |
| Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz | 12 mV/Pa; -38.4 dB re. 1 V/Pa |
| Equivalent noise level, A-weighted | Typ. 16 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 19 dB(A)) |
| Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4 | Typ. 23 dB (max. 26 dB) |
| Distortion, THD < 1 % | 134 dB SPL RMS, 137 dB SPL peak |
| Dynamic range | Typ. 121 dB |
| Max. SPL, THD 10 % | 142 dB SPL peak |
| Matching tolerance (frequency response and sensitivity) | ±1 dB |
| Phase deviation for kit | < 10° |
Electrical
| Rated output impedance | 100 Ω |
| Minimum load impedance | 2 kΩ |
| Cable drive capability | 100 m (328 ft) |
| Output balance principle | Impedance balancing |
| Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR) | > 40 dB |
| Power supply (for full performance) | P48 phantom power |
| Current consumption | 3.5 mA |
| Maximum output voltage, RMS | 2.2 V |
| Connector | XLR-3M; pin 1: shield, pin 2: signal + phase, pin 3: - phase |
| Polarity | +V at pin 2 for positive sound pressure |
Physical
| Capsule | MMC4018, Ø 19 mm (0.75 in), length 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Microphone diameter | 19 mm (0.75 in) |
| Temperature range | -40 °C to 45 °C (-40 °F to 113 °F) |
| Relative humidity | Up to 90 % |
| Colour | Matte black |
Versions
| 4018-DF-F-B01-075 | Black, XLR, 77 cm (30 in) boom, floor stand, single mic |
| 4018-DF-F-B01-120 | Black, XLR, 122 cm (48 in) boom, floor stand, single mic |
| 4018-DF-F-B01-120T | Black, XLR, 122 cm (48 in) boom, floor stand, twin mic |
Product overview
The DPA 4018 Supercardioid Floorstand Microphone is a complete microphone floor stand solution offering a high-quality stage voice or instrument mic in an elegant and exclusive design.
The solution uses the MMC4018 microphone capsule, which has a highly directional supercardioid pickup pattern with a smooth and uniform off-axis frequency response. The supercardioid shape is frequency independent, securing an identical sound colour around the microphone.
The rear lobe of the pattern is minimised on this capsule, which makes the microphone highly isolated without sudden frequency-dependent peaks and dips. With low noise, a natural voice and a max. SPL of 142 dB peak, it suits demanding stages.
The floor base has integrated shock-mounting and the boom pole stabilises rapidly. The 4018 floorstand comes in black with an XLR connector, as a single microphone on a 77 cm (30 in) or 122 cm (48 in) boom, or as a twin microphone on a 122 cm (48 in) boom. It runs on P48 phantom power and drives cables up to 100 m (328 ft).
| Frequency-independent pattern | Supercardioid |
| Typical dynamic range | 121 dB |
| Max. SPL peak, THD 10 % | 142 dB |
| Typical self-noise | 16 dB(A) |
Key features
- MMC4018 supercardioid capsule with smooth, uniform off-axis response
- Low noise and natural voice
- Highly directional for high isolation
- Uniform, frequency-independent directionality: identical sound colour around the microphone
- Minimised rear lobe, without sudden frequency-dependent peaks and dips
- Exclusive, elegant design; integrated shock-mounting in the floor base
- Rapidly stabilising microphone boom pole; modular flexibility
Made for
- Stage vocals
- Instruments on stage
- Live performance where high isolation is needed
In the box
- 4018 Supercardioid Microphone, black, XLR, on floor stand with boom, as the chosen version: single mic on 77 cm (30 in) or 122 cm (48 in) boom, or twin mic on 122 cm (48 in) boom
DPA 4018 Floorstand: frequently asked questions
Which versions are available?
Three: a single microphone on a 77 cm (30 in) boom (4018-DF-F-B01-075), a single microphone on a 122 cm (48 in) boom (4018-DF-F-B01-120) and a twin microphone on a 122 cm (48 in) boom (4018-DF-F-B01-120T). All are black with an XLR connector.
Why supercardioid?
The highly directional pattern isolates the voice or instrument from the rest of the stage. On the MMC4018 capsule the rear lobe is minimised and the pattern is frequency independent, so the sound colour stays identical around the microphone.
How loud can the source be?
Distortion stays below 1 % up to 134 dB SPL RMS (137 dB peak), and the max. SPL is 142 dB peak at THD 10 %.
How is it powered?
With P48 phantom power through the XLR-3M connector; it drives cables up to 100 m (328 ft).
Where can I buy the DPA 4018 Floorstand Microphone in India?
The DPA 4018 Floorstand Microphone is available from Shivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, with delivery across India.
Workflow 1: Stage vocals
Singers and live sound engineers.
Connections
| Connect | To |
|---|---|
| 4018 floorstand (XLR-3M) | XLR cable |
| XLR cable | Mixer input with P48 |
Setup
- Place the stand at the performer's position.
- Swing the boom and aim the capsule at the mouth.
- Switch on P48 and set the gain.
Tip: The supercardioid pattern gives high isolation from the rest of the stage.
Workflow 2: Instruments on stage
Engineers miking instruments live.
Connections
| Connect | To |
|---|---|
| 4018 floorstand | Mixer input with P48 |
Setup
- Place the stand beside the instrument.
- Aim the capsule at the sound source.
- Set the gain with headroom.
Tip: Max. SPL 142 dB peak at THD 10 %.
Workflow 3: Loud, busy stages
Engineers fighting spill.
Connections
| Connect | To |
|---|---|
| 4018 floorstand | Mixer channel |
Setup
- Point the capsule at the source and away from other sound sources.
- Rely on the minimised rear lobe to reduce spill.
- Fine-tune the gain.
Tip: Highly isolated, without sudden frequency-dependent peaks and dips.
Workflow 4: Natural leakage
Engineers mixing several open microphones.
Connections
| Connect | To |
|---|---|
| Several 4018 floorstands | Mixer inputs with P48 |
Setup
- Place each microphone at its source.
- Balance the channels.
- Leakage keeps the same sound colour thanks to the uniform pattern.
Tip: The frequency-independent supercardioid secures an identical sound colour around the microphone.
Workflow 5: Twin microphone set-up
Engineers who need two microphones from one stand.
Connections
| Connect | To |
|---|---|
| 4018-DF-F-B01-120T twin | Two mixer inputs with P48 |
Setup
- Set up the twin version with its 122 cm boom.
- Aim each capsule at its source.
- Set both channels.
Tip: Matching tolerance for frequency response and sensitivity is ±1 dB.
Workflow 6: Long cable runs
Venues with distant stage boxes.
Connections
| Connect | To |
|---|---|
| 4018 floorstand (XLR-3M) | XLR cable up to 100 m |
| XLR cable | Stage box or console |
Setup
- Run a balanced XLR cable to the stage box.
- Switch on P48.
- Check the signal at the console.
Tip: Integrated shock-mounting in the floor base keeps floor vibration out.
