DPA 4099 CORE+ Condenser Mic Extreme SPL with Clip for Brass

The DPA 4099 CORE+ Extreme SPL with Brass Clip is a premium, supercardioid instrument microphone designed to capture brass with pristine, natural detail even at punishing sound pressure levels. With exceptional isolation, off axis rejection and a rugged, flexible mounting system, it is built for demanding live stages and precise studio work where control and clarity are essential.

Featuring DPA’s CORE+ preamp technology and an Extreme SPL capsule, this mic delivers clean, undistorted audio from the quietest passages to the loudest blasts. The updated MicroLock connector and dedicated brass clip give you a secure, repeatable position on trumpet, trombone, sax or other brass instruments, while remaining fully compatible with existing DPA MicroDot accessories and adapters.

The 4099 CORE+ is voiced to sound open and natural, preserving the true character of your instrument without harshness or boxiness. Its tight supercardioid pattern focuses on the source and rejects spill from drums, monitors and PA, helping engineers achieve a controlled, feedback resistant mix with less EQ and gating.

Compact and lightweight, the mic integrates discreetly on stage, with a flexible gooseneck that lets you find the sweet spot quickly and keep it there throughout the performance. Whether you are touring, recording or working in broadcast environments, the 4099 CORE+ Extreme SPL offers a reliable, high end solution for serious brass players and audio professionals.

Extreme SPL handling for powerful brass

Engineered for extremely high sound pressure levels, the 4099 CORE+ Extreme SPL capsule is designed to stay clean and undistorted even when placed close to loud brass instruments. This gives players and engineers the freedom to position the mic where it sounds best without worrying about overload, preserving dynamics and articulation in the most energetic performances.

Natural, detailed CORE+ sound

DPA’s CORE+ technology delivers a wide 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response with a gentle presence lift, resulting in a clear, musical sound that flatters brass without colouring it. Subtle nuances, breath noise and transient detail are captured accurately, making the mic equally at home in the studio, on stage or in broadcast applications.

Secure MicroLock connection and brass clip

The updated MicroLock connector provides a robust, reliable connection between the microphone and cable, helping to prevent accidental disconnection during performance. Paired with the dedicated brass clip, it offers stable, repeatable placement on your instrument, so you can trust the mic to stay exactly where you put it.

Exceptional isolation and off axis rejection

The tight supercardioid polar pattern focuses on your instrument while rejecting sound from the sides and rear. This high level of isolation reduces bleed from nearby instruments and stage monitors, improving gain before feedback and making it easier for engineers to craft a clean, controlled mix in loud environments.

• Extreme SPL Capability - Designed to handle extremely high sound pressure levels without audible distortion, ideal for close miking powerful brass instruments in loud live or studio situations.
• Natural CORE+ Sound Quality - Wide 20 Hz to 20 kHz response with a subtle high frequency lift delivers a transparent, musical sound that preserves the true tone and dynamics of your instrument.
• Supercardioid Directional Pattern - Tight supercardioid pickup provides excellent isolation and off axis rejection, reducing bleed and helping to control feedback on crowded or noisy stages.
• MicroLock Connector with Brass Clip - The robust MicroLock connection and dedicated brass instrument clip ensure secure mounting and consistent positioning, while remaining compatible with DPA MicroDot accessories and adapters.

Microphone

• Type: Pre polarised condenser
• Principle of Operation: Pressure gradient
• Directional Pattern: Supercardioid
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Effective Frequency Range (±2 dB, at 20 cm): 80 Hz to 17 kHz with 2 dB soft boost at 10 to 12 kHz
• Sensitivity, Nominal (±3 dB at 1 kHz): 2 mV/Pa (Extreme SPL version)
• Equivalent Noise Level, A weighted: Typical 23 dB(A) re. 20 μPa (max. 26 dB(A))
• THD < 0.5 percent: 135 dB SPL RMS, 138 dB SPL peak
• THD < 1 percent: 138 dB SPL RMS, 141 dB SPL peak
• Dynamic Range: Typical 118 dB
• Max. SPL, THD 10 percent: 145 dB SPL peak

Electrical

• Rated Output Impedance (from MicroLock): 30 to 40 Ω
• Rated Output Impedance (with DAD9099 or DAD9001): 100 Ω
• Cable Drive Capability: Up to 300 m with DAD9001 or DAD9099 XLR adapter
• Output Balance Principle: Signal balanced with DAD9099 or DAD9001 XLR adapter
• Common Mode Rejection Ratio: > 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with DAD9099 or DAD9001 XLR adapter
• Power Supply for Wireless Systems: Min. 5 V to max. 10 V through DPA adapter
• Power Supply with DAD9001 or DAD9099: P48 phantom power, will work from 12 V
• Current Consumption: Typical 1.5 mA (microphone), 3.5 mA with DAD9099 or DAD9001 XLR adapter
• Connector: MicroLock
• Polarity: +V at MicroLock pin for positive sound pressure (and pin 2 on DAD9099 or DAD9001 XLR adapter)

Mechanical

• Microphone Diameter: 5.7 mm
• Microphone Length: 50 mm
• Gooseneck Length: 140 mm
• Microphone Weight: 18 g
• Colour: Black

Cable and Accessories

• Cable Length: 1.8 m (cable not included with 4099 DP 1 and 4099 DP 2)
• Cable Diameter: 1.6 mm / 2.2 mm
• Instrument Microphone Clip for Sax and Trumpet (STC4099) Weight: 7 g

Environmental

• Temperature Range: -40°C to 45°C
• Relative Humidity: Up to 90 percent RH