DPA 4099-DP-1-101-P

The 4099 Series, Optimized with CORE+ for Demanding Recordings

The 4099 has established itself as a reference whenever a discreet, close-to-source microphone is needed and effective in live contexts. This CORE+ version takes the approach further, with capsule electronics designed to deliver cleaner reproduction and greater headroom before saturation. In this piano stereo kit, the benefit is twofold: maintaining the quick setup of a compact microphone while gaining precision, especially when seeking a coherent and repeatable stereo image for recording or live performance.

Who This Piano Stereo Kit Is For

This kit is aimed at pianists seeking a reliable concert solution, sound engineers looking for clean stereo that's quick to deploy, and studios alternating between detailed takes and placement constraints. It is particularly suited for situations where it's necessary to isolate the piano in a busy environment, limit unwanted bleed, and maintain a clear attack, without relying on a pair of stand-mounted microphones that can be difficult to secure around the instrument.

Precise Stereo, Convenient Magnetic Mounting, and the Headroom of a Loud SPL Model

Matched Pair: More Consistent Stereo Image

In stereo, coherence between the two microphones is crucial: it determines left-right balance, center stability, and depth quality. Here, the two 4099 CORE+ microphones are selected to guarantee sensitivity within +/-1.5 dB. The result: a more predictable stereo image, easier to position in the mix, and more symmetrical equalization adjustments when aiming for a natural keyboard sound.

Magnetic Mounts: Versatile Placement and Repeatability

The supplied magnetic mounts allow for quick microphone attachment while maintaining excellent stability. This is a major advantage on piano: you can adjust positioning to emphasize attack, warmth, or bass-treble balance, then reproduce the exact placement from one concert to the next or from one session to another. This repeatability saves time, reduces variation between takes, and helps secure the sound when setup time is limited.

CORE+ and Loud SPL: More Confidence When the Piano Expresses Itself

Close miking a piano can generate pronounced transients and high levels, especially during percussive passages. The Loud SPL version is designed to handle these demands, while the CORE+ architecture aims to preserve signal cleanliness under strong dynamics. In practice, this means a clearer capture when playing hard and a useful reserve when working quickly, without fearing unwanted saturation at the most musical moments.

Technical specifications

Category	instrument microphone	Capsule	static electret
Directivity	supercardioid	Color	Black