DPA 4055 Kick Drum Microphone

Capture the true character of your kick drum with the DPA 4055. Eschewing the practice of pre-EQ-ing a microphone to produce an ideal kick tone, DPA decided you should be the judge of that nirvanic goal. The 4055's flat frequency response captures and reproduces what's there and nothing more. An asymmetric design means you can place the mic inside or outside the drum, with the only placement criteria being how it sounds. The rugged design allows for use on stage or in the studio. An integrated capsule shock mount and internal wind damping isolate the mic from vibration transfer, ensuring all you hear is the source. And with a 164dB peak SPL (Sound Pressure Level), feel free to position the 4055 inside the kick and point it directly at the beater to capture all the attack you can handle. You know what you want. Get it with the DPA 4055 kick drum microphone.

DPA 4055 Includes:

• 1 x 4055 Kick Drum Microphone
• 1 x UA0961 Microphone Holder

DPA 4055 Features:

• Picks up the clear, true sound of the kick drum
• Flat frequency response so you can shape the sound your way
• Built tough to withstand rough use on the live stage
• Asymmetric design for easy placement inside or outside

DPA 4055 Specifications:

• Directional pattern: Open Cardioid
• Principle of operation: Pressure gradient
• Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Effective frequency range ±2 dB, at 20 cm (7.9 in): 40 Hz - 18 kHz with a 6 dB soft boost at 10 kHz
• Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz: 2 mV/Pa; -54 dB re. 1 V/Pa
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 27 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 29 dB(A))
• Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4: Typ. 39 dB (max. 41 dB)
• Distortion, THD < 1%: 156dB SPL RMS, 159 dB SPL peak
• Dynamic range: Typ. 132 dB
• Max. SPL, THD 10%: 164 dB SPL peak
• Rated output impedance: 380 Ω
• Minimum load impedance: 2 kΩ
• Cable drive capability: 100 m (328 ft)
• Output balance principle: Impedance balancing with Active Drive
• Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR): > 55 dB
• Power supply (for full performance): P48 (Phantom Power)
• Current consumption: 2.0 mA
• Connector: XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase
• Color: Matte black
• Weight: 241 g (8.5 oz)
• Microphone diameter: 57 mm (2.24 in)
• Capsule diameter: 17 mm (0.67 in)
• Microphone length: 132 mm (5.19 in)
• Maximum output voltage, RMS: 9.75 V
• Polarity: +V at pin 2 for positive sound pressure
• Temperature range: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
• Relative humidity (RH): Up to 90%