Static Microphone

The DPA 4018C Compact Supercardioid microphone, with its highly directional supercardioid design and compact size of only 6.4 cm, is ideal for capturing sounds with exceptional precision. Its uniform frequency response and no off-axis color guarantee faithful sound reproduction in all recording situations. Perfectly suited for detailed sound recordings, whether in the studio for orchestral recording or outdoors for film and broadcasting, it is distinguished by its ability to isolate the source sound while minimizing ambient noise.

ARTICLE N° 95927
  • DPA Microphones 4018C
  • Condenser pencil microphone
  • Directivity: supercardioid
  • Operating principle: pressure gradient
  • Cartridge: pre-polarized condenser
  • Capsule diameter: 19 mm
  • Color: matte black
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
  • Effective frequency response: 40 Hz - 18 kHz ±2 dB at 30 cm
  • Nominal sensitivity: 12 mV/Pa; -38.4 dB re. 1 V/Pa ±2 dB at 1 kHz
  • Equivalent noise level: Typ. 16 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 19 dB(A))
  • Distortion, THD < 1%: 134 dB SPL RMS, 137 dB SPL peak
  • Dynamic range: Typ. 121 dB
  • SPL max. THD 10% : 150 dB SPL peak
  • Sensitivity selection tolerance : ±1 dB
  • Connection : XLR
  • Power supply : P48 (Phantom Power)
  • Current consumption : 2.8 mA
  • Supplied with : windscreen + microphone clip
  • Dimensions : 64 x ∅19 mm
  • Weight : 58 g
The DPA 4018C Compact Supercardioid microphone is the preferred tool for audio professionals seeking exceptionally clear sound capture. Its ultra-precise supercardioid polar pattern provides increased isolation, minimizing external interference for impeccable recordings.

Designed like a pencil microphone, it is distinguished by its modularity, allowing rapid adaptation to various environments without compromising on sound quality. Ideal for applications requiring high sensitivity and low noise, it excels in interviews, dialogues and other uses where sound clarity is paramount.

The DPA 4018C Compact Supercardioid microphone, thanks to its specially designed shape, minimizes the back lobes typical of supercardioid microphones, thus ensuring homogeneous sound reproduction without the peaks and dips frequently encountered.

Its compatibility with various preamps allows maximum flexibility when choosing audio equipment, giving professionals total freedom in their miking setup.
Capsule type
 Capacitor
Application
 Wind instruments, Acoustic guitar, Piano, Sound recording
Directivity
 Supercardioid
Acoustic pressure (dB)
 > 140
Shockmount included
 Yes
Microphone clip
 Yes
Power supply
 Via +48 V phantom power supply
Connectors
 XLR male 3 pins
Weight
 58 g
Frequency response
 40 Hz – 18 kHz
Packaging
 Single unit