DPA KIT-4099-DP-10C-C

An Instrument Mic Standard Designed for Precision... and Touring

The DPA 4099 has established itself as a reference for capturing acoustic instruments thanks to its ability to capture the grain, attack, and dynamics without altering the timbre. This 4099 CORE+ version takes the "natural and detailed" approach even further: the goal is to preserve the subtlety of classical playing while remaining perfectly usable in concert settings where isolation and stability are crucial.

This classic touring kit includes 10 microphones and accessories to outfit a section, ensemble, or small group coherently, providing a homogeneous solution from one instrument to another. Packaging is announced as a cardboard box.

Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?

This kit is aimed at sound engineers, stage managers, orchestras, ensembles, and rental companies seeking a reliable solution for close miking instruments, especially in contexts where precision is as important as quick setup. Thanks to its high sensitivity and wide dynamic range, the 4099 CORE+ suits both delicate nuances and more powerful passages while maintaining a clear and controlled image.

The supercardioid directionality helps limit bleed (other instruments, monitors, stage noise) and keeps the signal clean, simplifying equalization and improving mix clarity. This is a real advantage in concerts, but also in live recording, streaming, and semi-acoustic situations where a "studio-like" sound is desired with the convenience of a clip-on.

CORE+ Technology and Design: Clarity, Control, and Durability

CORE+: An Additional Layer of Refinement

CORE+ technology is designed to add a perceptible layer of sound quality: more clarity and detail across the entire dynamic range. In practice, this translates to better articulation of attacks (bow, pizzicato, keys, articulations), a more transparent rendering of harmonics, and a clean sound even when the performance shifts from pianissimo to fortissimo.

Supercardioid Directionality: Isolation and Gain Before Feedback

With its supercardioid pattern, the 4099 CORE+ focuses on the targeted source and better rejects surrounding sounds. This behavior directly contributes to superior gain before feedback : it provides more headroom before feedback onset, which is especially appreciated on dense stages, reverberant venues, or when sound reinforcement needs to remain discreet yet effective.

MicroLock, IP58, and Mounting System: Built to Handle Back-to-Back Shows

On tour, mechanical reliability is as important as sound quality. The MicroLock connector ensures a secure connection suitable for repeated handling. The IP58 certification enhances confidence against field challenges (dust, moisture, handling), while the advanced and flexible mounting system is designed to adapt to placement constraints: quickly finding "the right spot," maintaining stable positioning, and replicating setups from gig to gig without losing time.

Technical specifications

Category	instrument microphone	Use	Microphone
Directivity	supercardioid	Color	Black
Capsule	static electret

Technology	CORE+	Connector	MicroLock
Sensitivity	high sensitivity	Certification	IP58
Dynamic Range	wide dynamic range	System	advanced and flexible mounting system
SPL	high SPL	Contents	classic touring kit with 10 mics and accessories
Directionality	supercardioid	Packaging	cardboard box
Performance	superior gain before feedback