DPA d:facto 4018V Softboost Vocal Microphone - Your Ultimate Live Performance Solution

Elevate your stage presence and capture every vocal nuance with the DPA d:facto 4018V Softboost Vocal Microphone. This professional-grade condenser microphone is meticulously engineered to bring the natural, transparent sound of the studio directly to the live stage. Its unique supercardioid polar pattern provides exceptional isolation, ensuring your voice remains front and center while minimizing unwanted stage bleed and feedback. The d:facto 4018V features a subtle 3 dB soft boost at 12 kHz, a characteristic specifically designed to help vocals "cut through" a dense mix and shine, even when played through lower-quality sound systems, making it a favorite for broadcasters and touring artists alike. With its robust construction and modular design, this microphone offers not only pristine audio quality but also unmatched versatility, allowing you to easily switch between a wired setup and various popular wireless systems.

Key Features:

• Studio-Quality Live Sound: Delivers the clarity and detail of a studio condenser microphone on the live stage.
• Extreme SPL Handling: Capable of withstanding sound pressure levels up to 160 dB without clipping.
• Superior Vocal Isolation: The perfectly uniform supercardioid polar pattern provides excellent gain-before-feedback and high rejection of off-axis sounds.
• Low Handling Noise: Built-in shock mounting effectively reduces handling noise, ensuring a clean performance.
• Modular Versatility: The capsule can be detached and used with various wireless systems (adapters sold separately), providing ultimate flexibility for any performance setup.
• Optimized High-End: A gentle 3 dB soft boost at 12 kHz helps vocals stand out in a mix.

Specifications:

• Microphone Type: Pre-polarized condenser
• Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity: 5 mV/Pa; -46 dB re. 1 V/Pa
• Max SPL: 160 dB
• Dynamic Range: Typ. 120 dB
• Output Impedance: 100 Ω
• Connector: XLR-3M
• Power Supply: 48 V Phantom Power (±4 V)
• Dimensions (L x D): 205 x 52 mm (8.1 x 2.05 in)
• Weight: 309 g (10.9 oz)
• Color: Matte Black

Package Content:

• d:facto™ 4018V Softboost Supercardioid Vocal Microphone
• DPA Handle
• Microphone Clip