DPA DPK 2015 Piano Stereo Microphone Kit

The DPA DPK2015 Piano Stereo Microphone Kit is a complete, ready-to-go solution for capturing the true voice of your piano in stunning stereo detail. Combining a matched pair of 2015 Wide Cardioid microphones with flexible mounting hardware and cabling, it lets you go from case to concert in minutes, whether you are working with a grand or upright, lid open or closed, on stage or in the studio.

By specifying a proven workflow and bundling all the essential components, DPK2015 removes the guesswork from piano miking. The carefully selected stereo pair delivers the signature DPA sound with a natural stereo image, excellent blend and a full, musical tone across the entire keyboard range. Thanks to the wide cardioid pickup pattern and fast, flexible mounting options, it is easy to find a placement that works for your instrument, your room and your repertoire.

Turnkey stereo piano miking

DPK2015 is designed as an out-of-the-box solution for piano, giving you everything you need to achieve professional stereo results straight away. The microphones are factory matched within ±1 dB at 1 kHz, ensuring consistent level and tonal balance between left and right channels. This makes it simple to create a stable, believable stereo image that translates on headphones, monitors and PA systems alike.

Flexible mounting inside or outside the piano

The kit is built for real-world versatility. You can mount the microphones inside or outside the piano, with the lid open or closed, using the included gooseneck mounts and lightweight stereo boom. This flexibility allows you to adapt quickly to different instruments, stages and recording environments, while still following a clear, repeatable workflow.

Signature DPA clarity and detail

At the heart of the kit are two 2015 Wide Cardioid microphones, pre-polarised condenser designs with a pressure gradient principle of operation. They deliver a wide, even frequency response from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, low self-noise and impressive dynamic range, so you can capture everything from delicate pianissimo passages to powerful fortissimo peaks with clarity and control.

Wide cardioid pattern for natural, forgiving capture

The wide cardioid directional pattern offers an ideal balance between focus and openness. It provides enough directionality to control bleed and room tone, while remaining forgiving of player movement and small placement changes. This makes the kit particularly valued by engineers who need a fast, reliable setup that still sounds natural and musical in a variety of positions.

• Complete stereo piano solution - Supplied as a full kit with two matched 2015 Wide Cardioid microphones, mounting hardware and cabling, DPK2015 gives you a coherent, ready-made system for piano miking. You save time on sourcing separate components and benefit from a workflow that has been designed specifically for the instrument.
• Matched 2015 Wide Cardioid microphones - The included stereo pair is selected within ±1 dB sensitivity at 1 kHz, ensuring precise level matching and a stable stereo image. This careful pairing helps your recordings sound cohesive and balanced, with a smooth blend across the keyboard and a natural sense of space.
• Fast, flexible mounting options - With GM1500 gooseneck mounts and the SBO400 lightweight stereo boom, you can position the microphones quickly inside or outside the piano, lid open or closed. This flexibility lets you respond to different acoustic situations without compromising on consistency or sound quality.
• Wide cardioid pattern with full, musical sound - The wide cardioid pickup pattern delivers a slightly “sweeter” character that many engineers appreciate, with excellent blend and a surprisingly full sound in a range of placements. It offers enough focus to define the instrument while remaining open and natural, making it easier to achieve a great result with minimal adjustment.

Microphones

• Model: 2015 Wide Cardioid Microphone (selected stereo pair)
• Directional Pattern: Wide cardioid
• Principle of Operation: Pressure gradient
• Cartridge Type: Pre-polarised condenser
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Effective Frequency Range, ±2 dB at 30 cm (11.8 in): 40 Hz to 18 kHz
• Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz: 12 mV/Pa
• Equivalent Noise Level, A-weighted: Typical 18 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (maximum 20 dB(A))
• Distortion, THD: Less than 1 percent at 147 dB SPL, 150 dB SPL peak
• Dynamic Range: Typical 132 dB
• Maximum SPL, THD 10 percent: 153 dB SPL peak
• Rated Output Impedance: 60 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): Greater than 60 dB
• Power Supply: P48 phantom power (for full performance)
• Current Consumption: 0.7 mA
• Connector: XLR-3M (Pin 1 shield, Pin 2 signal positive phase, Pin 3 negative phase)
• Maximum Output Voltage, RMS: 8.7 V (21 dBu)
• Polarity: Positive voltage at pin 2 for positive sound pressure
• Weight: 83 g (2.9 oz)
• Microphone Diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
• Capsule Diameter: 17 mm (0.67 in)
• Microphone Length: 94 mm (3.7 in)
• Temperature Range: minus 40°C to 45°C (minus 40°F to 113°F)
• Relative Humidity: Up to 90 percent
• Colour: Black

Included Accessories

• 2 x 2015 Wide Cardioid Microphones (selected stereo pair)
• 2 x GM1500 Gooseneck Mount
• 2 x DAO2015 Microphone Cable with XLR
• 1 x SBO400 Lightweight Stereo Boom
• 2 x DUA0020 Foam Windscreen
• Protective carrying case