DPA 4055 Kick-Drum Microphone

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DPA 4055 Kick-Drum Microphone

DPA

4055 Kick-Drum Microphone

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 543434
Brand: DPA
Model: 4055 Kick-Drum Microphone
Price: $713.90

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The DPA 4055 is a seriously impressive mic, especially if you're after a clean, articulate kick drum sound. Its open cardioid pattern gives you great control while still capturing a lot of low-end punch, making it a fantastic choice for studio engineers and professionals who demand top-tier performance.

Product Description

  • DPA 4055 Kick-Drum Microphone
  • Condenser Microphone
  • Especially for bass drums - can be used both inside and outside the bass drum
  • as well as universally suitable for other instruments
  • Suitable for touring as well as studio applications
  • Polar pattern: Open cardioid
  • Frequency response: 20 - 20
  • 000 Hz
  • With 6 dB soft boost at 10 kHz
  • Max. sound pressure level: 159 dB
  • Sensitivity: 2 mV/Pa
  • -54 dB re
  • 1 V/Pa
  • Microphone diameter: 57 mm
  • Capsule diameter: 17 mm
  • Microphone length: 132 mm
  • Highly effective shock-mount system
  • Weight: 241 g
  • Colour: Black
  • 5-Year manufacturer's warranty
PROS
  • • Exceptional transient response captures low-end detail precisely.
  • • DPA's renowned build quality ensures road-worthiness and longevity.
  • • Open cardioid pattern offers controlled proximity effect and clarity.
  • • The 6dB 10kHz boost adds subtle air and presence to the kick.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for most home studios.
  • • Relatively low sensitivity may require a high-quality preamp.
  • • Open cardioid isn't ideal for very loud, uncontrolled stage environments.

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Key Features

Mic Type Condenser
Polar Pattern Open Cardioid
Frequency Range 20 - 20,000 Hz
Max SPL 159 dB
Sensitivity 2 mV/Pa
Weight 241 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 4055 offers far more detail and nuance than a D112; it’s cleaner and more precise, but lacks the aggressive, raw power of a dynamic mic. It's best used in conjunction with a dynamic for a hybrid approach.
While versatile, the 4055's clarity might require careful EQ and compression to achieve the aggressive tone often desired in heavier genres. It excels when you want a defined, controlled low end.
It's less directional than a standard cardioid, offering a wider sweet spot and a more natural sound, but also makes it slightly more prone to picking up bleed from other drums.

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