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DPA Microphones 4088 CORE+ Cardioid Headset Microphone with TA4F Adapter (Small, Brown)

BH #DP4088C10LHS • MFR #4088-DP-A-C10-LH-S
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DPA Microphones 4088 CORE+ Cardioid Headset Microphone with TA4F Adapter (Small, Brown)
Key Features
  • For Broadcast, Theater, House of Worship
  • 5.4mm Capsule for Clear & Natural Sound
  • For Shure Transmitters with TA4M
  • CORE+ for No Distortion up to 133 dB SPL
Featuring a winning combination of flexibility, ease of use, and outstanding sound quality, the small 4088 CORE+ Cardioid Headset Microphone from DPA Microphones is designed for conferencing, theater, house of worship, and broadcasting applications. The CORE+ technology in the 4088 delivers a wide dynamic range and almost completely neutralizes distortion at SPLs up to 133 dB, helping to provide clean, crisp, and natural sonic performance, even on loud stages. In addition, the mic features a 4 to 6 dB soft boost at 15 kHz for added clarity and intelligibility.
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DPA Microphones 4088 CORE+ Overview

Featuring a winning combination of flexibility, ease of use, and outstanding sound quality, the small 4088 CORE+ Cardioid Headset Microphone from DPA Microphones is designed for conferencing, theater, house of worship, and broadcasting applications. The CORE+ technology in the 4088 delivers a wide dynamic range and almost completely neutralizes distortion at SPLs up to 133 dB, helping to provide clean, crisp, and natural sonic performance, even on loud stages. In addition, the mic features a 4 to 6 dB soft boost at 15 kHz for added clarity and intelligibility.

The 4088 CORE+ features a double-vent protection system that works in tandem with a drop stopper and water-resistant materials in the mic to help prevent damage from humidity and moisture. The comfortable and secure dual-ear design offers an adjustable mic boom that can be worn on either the right or left side, depending on preference.

Modular System Featuring MicroLock Connector with TA4F Adapter
Compatible Wireless Transmitters
  • Designed for Shure transmitters equipped with a TA4M connector, including the AD1, ADX1, AXT100TA4M, BLX1, GLXD1, MXW1, PGXD1, QLXD1, SLX1, SLXD1, ULX1, and ULXD1. Also supports Line 6 and TOA transmitters.
  • The modular design allows you to adapt the 4088's MicroLock connector to a wide variety of transmitters simply by purchasing the compatible adapter—saving you the expense of buying another microphone.
MicroLock for Secure, Dependable Connections
  • Built to withstand the rigors of long-term everyday use, DPA's MicroLock system features an easy-to-use, secure, and wear-resistant locking connector specially engineered to minimize accidental disconnection and ensure reliable performance. The compact design is well suited to situations where space is limited and a visually discreet solution is preferred.
  • MicroLock is fully backwards compatible with the MicroDot connection; MicroLock parts can be assembled with MicroDot parts and function as if they were of the MicroDot type. Please note that the locking function is only available if both the male and female parts are MicroLock.
A Reliable Broadcast-Quality Headset with CORE+
Normal Headroom for Standard Speech
The 4088 CORE+ features a sensitive 5.4mm electret-condenser capsule designed for standard speech and vocal applications at levels up to 134 dB SPL RMS and 137 dB SPL peak before producing < 1% distortion. The mic can even handle up to 144 dB SPL with only 10% distortion, making it well suited to a variety of presenters and performers.
Dual-Ear Headset for Active Talent
Once placed on the performer, the headset microphone sits securely and unobtrusively close to the sound source and allows the user to move freely about without having to hold a microphone in the hand or have a lavalier mic clipped on the shirt. Headset mics remove the disadvantage of changing the color of the sound as the head moves around. This dual-ear model is ideal for more active situations, when secure mounting is required, as it sits snugly on the neck and is virtually invisible.
More Range, Less Distortion
Microphones with CORE+ provide even more clarity across the entire dynamic range, from low to high sound pressure levels. Miniature microphones with CORE+ provide unheard levels of openness. While CORE allows mics to handle higher SPLs without significant artifacts up to 1% THD, CORE+ eliminates those artifacts completely.
Cardioid Polar Pattern
The 4088's directional cardioid polar pattern delivers excellent off-axis rejection in high-SPL situations. It efficiently suppresses distant sound sources making it perfect for demanding live performance environments where background noise and feedback are concerns. In high-SPL events, or when feedback is a concern, this microphone will tackle these challenges with ease.
Soft Boost for Clarity
With its built-in 4 to 6 dB soft boost at 15 kHz, the mic is equalized at the factory to deliver additional high-end presence for added clarity and speech intelligibility.
Tough, Moisture-Resistant Construction
Engineered with a double-vent protection system, the 4088 is certified IP58 for dust and moisture resistance. The rugged 3.9' cable is built with Kevlar strain relief to survive the constant twists, bends, and pulls that are part of everyday use in harsh environments.

DPA Microphones 4088 CORE+ Specs

Key Specs
Compatible Transmitters
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Power Sources
Plug-In Power
Color
Brown
Microphone
Compatible Transmitters
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Included Tone/Pattern Caps
No
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
144 dB
Sensitivity
6 mV/Pa (at 1 kHz)
Dynamic Range
111 dB (A-Weighted)
Equivalent Noise Level
26 dB (A-Weighted)
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x TA4F/Mini-XLR 4-Pin
Cable Length
3.9' / 1.19 m
Cable Diameter
0.06" / 1.6 mm
Power
Power Sources
Plug-In Power
Operating Voltage
5 to 50 V
Physical
Color
Brown
Environmental Resistance
Dust/Water-Resistant to 3.28' / 1 m (IP58)
Dimensions
ø: 0.25" / ø: 6.35 mm
Weight
0.5 oz / 14.18 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.595 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.6 x 5.4 x 1.7"

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