DPA 4062 CORE Omni Lavalier Microphone, Extreme SPL

Product overview

The DPA 4062 CORE is an omnidirectional miniature lavalier microphone with its sensitivity adjusted to match extremely loud sound pressure levels.

With the correct power source the 4062 handles sound pressure levels up to 154 dB before 10 % THD, making it ideal for close-miking extremely loud sources such as drums and brass. It is also the choice for miking in the engine compartment of cars or directly in the exhaust pipes. Like every model of the 4060 Series it has an exceptionally accurate omnidirectional pattern and does not need to be aimed directly at the source.

Like all 4060 Series microphones it comes with CORE by DPA, a powerful technology at the heart of DPA miniature microphones that minimises distortion across the entire dynamic range, increasing audio clarity and openness. The 4062 CORE is offered with the MicroDot connector, in black or beige; adapters screw onto the MicroDot connector gently yet firmly until they click.

A 5.4 mm pre-polarised condenser element with a vertical diaphragm, the Double Vent Protection System against humidity and sweat, and an aramid-reinforced cable relief built to withstand constant twists, bends and pulls make the microphone extremely rugged and reliable in the toughest conditions.

Key features

• CORE by DPA minimises distortion across the entire dynamic range
• Exceptionally accurate omnidirectional pattern: no need to aim the microphone at the source
• Less sensitive to handling noise, pop and wind noise
• Exceptional audio quality and uniform, consistent sound between DPA microphones
• Extremely rugged and reliable: Double Vent Protection System against humidity and sweat, aramid-reinforced cable relief
• Small and unobtrusive, for flexible and easy concealment
• Two interchangeable grids supplied: Soft Boost Grid (pre-fitted) and High Boost Grid
• MicroDot connector
• Large selection of clips, windscreens, grids and other accessories; modular adapter system fits most professional wireless systems

Two grids for head or chest placement

The acoustic response is tailored by choosing the right grid. The pre-fitted Soft Boost Grid gives a 3 dB soft boost at 8 to 20 kHz; it is used when the microphone is mounted on the performer's head and in most other applications where a natural-sounding microphone is needed. The High Boost Grid introduces a 10 dB soft boost around 12 kHz for chest placement. Both grids are made of anodised stainless steel with a tough, scratch-resistant surface, and they can be detached and cleaned of sweat, make-up and the like.

Made for

• Close-miking drums
• Close-miking brass
• Engine compartments of cars
• Directly in exhaust pipes
• Any extremely loud sound source

In the box

• 4062 CORE omnidirectional miniature microphone
• Soft Boost Grid (pre-fitted)
• High Boost Grid

DPA 4062 CORE: frequently asked questions

What does Extreme SPL mean on the 4062?

The 4062 has a sensitivity of 1 mV/Pa and, with the correct power source, handles up to 154 dB SPL peak before 10 % THD. It is made for the loudest sources, from drums and brass to car engines and exhausts.

Can the 4062 be used on cars?

Yes. It is the choice for miking in the engine compartment of cars or directly in the exhaust pipes, where sound pressure levels are extremely high.

Which grid should I use?

Keep the pre-fitted Soft Boost Grid (3 dB soft boost at 8 to 20 kHz) for head mounting and most natural-sounding applications. Fit the High Boost Grid (10 dB soft boost around 12 kHz) when the microphone is placed on the chest; pull the grid gently to remove it and press the other into place on the housing.

Which connectors are available?

The 4062 CORE is supplied with the MicroDot connector. The DPA modular adapter system fits most professional wireless systems, and a DPA XLR adapter gives P48 phantom-powered wired use.

How should the microphone be cleaned?

The cable and the protection grid are the parts to clean, using demineralised water. After exposure to sweat, rinse the microphone in demineralised water and let it dry out; drying it between exposures to humidity also extends its lifetime. Remove tape, glue or make-up from the cable after use with organic oil or lukewarm demineralised water.

Where can I buy the DPA 4062 CORE in India?

The DPA 4062 CORE is available from Shivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, with delivery across India.

Workflow 1: Close-miking drums

Live and studio engineers miking drum kits.

Connections

Setup

1. Fit the microphone close to the drum with a suitable DPA clip.
2. Connect it through a DPA XLR adapter with P48.
3. Set the gain; the 4062 handles up to 154 dB before 10 % THD.

Tip: The 4062 is ideal for close-miking extremely loud sources such as drums.

Workflow 2: Close-miking brass

Engineers miking trumpets, trombones and other loud brass.

Connections

Setup

1. Clip the microphone close to the instrument.
2. Connect it through the XLR adapter or a wireless transmitter.
3. Check the level at the loudest passages.

Tip: The omnidirectional pattern does not need to be aimed exactly at the bell.

Workflow 3: Engine compartment recording

Sound recordists capturing car engines.

Connections

Setup

1. Place the microphone in the engine compartment.
2. Route the cable to the recorder and connect it through a DPA adapter.
3. Use the correct power source for the full 154 dB.

Tip: The 4062 is the choice for miking in the engine compartment of cars.

Workflow 4: Exhaust pipe recording

Sound recordists and sound designers capturing exhaust sound.

Connections

Setup

1. Place the microphone directly in the exhaust pipe.
2. Connect it to the recorder through a DPA adapter.
3. Set the gain for the extremely loud level.

Tip: Its Extreme SPL sensitivity of 1 mV/Pa is made for sources this loud.

Workflow 5: Wired use with phantom power

Studios, conferences and installations using wired microphone inputs.

Connections

Setup

1. Connect the MicroDot connector to the DAD6001-BC XLR adapter, screwing it on gently yet firmly until it clicks.
2. Switch on P48 phantom power at the input.
3. Run the cable; up to 300 m is possible with the XLR adapter.

Tip: The microphone also works from 12 V.

Workflow 6: Wireless use on loud sources

Live engineers who need loud sources on wireless.

Connections

Setup

1. Fit the DPA adapter that matches the transmitter to the MicroDot connector.
2. Mount the microphone close to the source.
3. Set the transmitter gain for the extremely loud level.

Tip: The DPA modular adapter system fits most professional wireless systems.