DPA 4055 - Kick Drum Microphone
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Essential Information About the DPA 4055 Kick Drum Microphone
- Clear and natural sound, linear frequency response to shape your "kick" without constraints
- Asymmetric design for easy placement inside or outside the kick drum
- Handles extreme levels: up to 164 dB SPL peak without flinching
- Built-in internal suspension and windscreen foam to limit vibrations and unwanted noise
The 4055, DPA's Vision Applied to the Kick Drum
With the DPA 4055, the brand favors fidelity over fixed sound presets. Where other microphones impose a signature, the 4055 reproduces the true personality of your drum kit, both on stage and in the studio. This approach allows you to achieve a modern or vintage "kick" depending on your choice of angle and placement, without fighting against built-in EQ.
For Whom and What Uses?
Ideal for live sound engineers, studios, and demanding drummers, the 4055 excels from jazz to rock, including pop and classical music. Its consistent on- and off-axis behavior facilitates multi-mic recording and integrates naturally into a FOH mix or recording session.
Technical specifications
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 40 Hz - 18 kHz | Capsule | static electret |
| Category | instrument microphone | Color | Black |
| Directivity | cardioid | ||
Questions frequently asked
Does the DPA 4055 support very high kick drum levels?
The pre-polarized condenser capsule handles up to 156 dB SPL RMS with less than 1% distortion, and 164 dB SPL peak at 10% THD. This headroom is suitable for high-level kick drum hits.
How should this microphone be positioned in the kick drum port?
The asymmetrical shape allows insertion into the port without damaging the resonant head. An orientation towards the beater enhances attack, while placement at the edge of the port emphasizes the low end.
What is the pickup pattern of the DPA 4055 kick mic?
Its cardioid pattern helps prioritize the kick drum in a multi-mic setup. The stated uniform off-axis response facilitates integration with other kit microphones.
What frequency response does the DPA 4055 offer?
The effective range at 20 cm extends from 40 Hz to 18 kHz, with a gentle 6 dB boost at 10 kHz. The overall frequency response is specified from 20 Hz to 20 kHz.
Is the 4055 suitable for studio and live use?
With a nominal sensitivity of 2 mV/Pa at 1 kHz and a typical equivalent noise of 27 dB(A), this model meets sound recording requirements. The internal suspension and integrated wind dampening reduce vibrations and air blasts from the shell. Its 132 mm size and 241 g weight facilitate placement inside the kick drum.
