DPA 4099 Core Drum
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DPA
4099 Core Drum
Product Info
Article Number:
434977
Brand:
DPA
Model:
4099 Core Drum
Category:
Microphones for Toms
Price:
$603.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This DPA 4099 is a game-changer for serious drummers and engineers chasing pristine tom recordings. The clarity and detail it captures are astonishing, making it ideal for genres where nuance and articulation are key—think jazz, studio sessions, or any situation where you need a truly transparent tom sound.
Product Description
- DPA Core 4099 Drum
- Condenser Clip-On Microphone
- Especially for drums
- Polar pattern: Supercardioid
- Frequency range: 20 - 20
- 000 Hz with 2 dB soft boost at 10 - 12 kHz
- Max. sound pressure level: 152 dB
- Gooseneck length 140 mm (suitable extension to 220 mm available under Art.#294624#)
- Removable cable
- Cable length 1.8 meters
- Cable diameter: 1.6 mm (cable with 2.2 mm diameter available under Art.#289926#)
- Improved microphone suspension for even less structure-borne noise
- B + K plug
- Includes special clip for drums
- DAD 6001 XLR phantom power adapter
- Suitable case: Art.#489538# (not included in delivery)
PROS
- • Exceptional transient response captures drum detail brilliantly
- • DPA’s Core technology delivers a remarkably natural, uncolored sound
- • Robust B+K connector ensures reliable signal transfer and durability
- • Clip design minimizes handling noise and provides secure attachment
CONS
- • High-end price point makes it a significant investment
- • Supercardioid pattern demands precise mic placement for optimal results
- • Limited versatility; primarily suited for tom applications
Product Video
Key Features
Mic Type
Condenser
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Frequency Range
20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (+2 dB at 10-12 kHz)
Max SPL
152 dB
Clamp Included
Yes, specialized drum clip
Weight
75 g (including cable and clip)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Core series incorporates improvements to the capsule and electronics, resulting in a slightly extended frequency response and even lower self-noise compared to older models.
The clip is designed for typical tom sizes, but very small or unusually shaped drums might require experimentation or an alternative mounting solution.
While it works with standard 48V phantom power, using the DAD 6001 adapter ensures a clean and consistent signal, especially in noisy environments.
