DPA 4098 Lectern Microphone

DPA

Lectern Microphone 4098

Supercardioid, 47cm, Gooseneck, Podium

Description

The DPA 4098 is a professional supercardioid gooseneck microphone designed for podiums, lecterns, and speech applications demanding exceptional clarity and feedback rejection. Its 47 cm (18.5 inch) gooseneck allows flexible placement for perfect voice capture, making it ideal for corporate events, houses of worship, broadcasts, and public speaking.

Featuring a pre-polarized condenser capsule with a supercardioid directional pattern, the DPA 4098 provides focused sound pickup and minimizes background noise. It delivers a wide frequency response and high dynamic range for natural, transparent speech reproduction. The microphone’s robust design includes internal shock mounting to reduce handling and surface noise.

🔑 Key Features

🔹 47 cm (18.5") flexible dual-section gooseneck for precise positioning
🔹 Supercardioid polar pattern for excellent off-axis noise rejection
🔹 Pre-polarized condenser capsule with pressure gradient operation principle
🔹 Wide frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz with tailored boosts for clarity
🔹 High sensitivity (16 mV/Pa nominal) and low equivalent noise levels
🔹 Internal shock mount reduces handling and surface vibration noise
🔹 Supports up to 300 m cable runs with appropriate adapters
🔹 Balanced XLR or MicroDot output with high common mode rejection
🔹 Operates on phantom power (P48) or 5–10 V through adapter
🔹 Designed for permanent podium and lectern installations

🎯 Whether in a conference hall, worship center, or broadcast studio, the DPA 4098 ensures your voice comes through clear, natural, and focused.

Specifications

  • 🔹 Type: Lectern (Gooseneck) microphone
    🔹 Transducer Type: Pre-polarized condenser
    🔹 Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
    🔹 Principle of Operation: Pressure gradient
    🔹 Gooseneck Length: 47 cm (18.5 inches)
    🔹 Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
      - MicroDot: 80 Hz – 15 kHz with 3 dB boost at 8–15 kHz
      - XLR-3M: 100 Hz – 15 kHz with 3 dB boost at 8–15 kHz + 2nd order low-cut filter at 80 Hz
    🔹 Sensitivity: 16 mV/Pa (nominal ±3 dB at 1 kHz)
    🔹 Equivalent Noise Level: Typ. 23 dB(A) (max 26 dB(A))
    🔹 THD: < 1% at 130 dB SPL RMS, 133 dB SPL peak
    🔹 Dynamic Range: Typ. 110 dB
    🔹 Max SPL: 135 dB SPL peak (THD 10%)
    🔹 Rated Output Impedance:
      - MicroDot: 30–40 Ω
      - XLR or adapter: 100 Ω
    🔹 Minimum Load Impedance: 2 Ω
    🔹 Cable Drive Capability:
      - MicroDot: Up to 300 m with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
      - XLR-3M: Up to 100 m
    🔹 Output Balance: Signal balanced via XLR or adapter
    🔹 Common Mode Rejection Ratio: > 60 dB (50 Hz–15 kHz)
    🔹 Power Supply:
      - MicroDot: 5–10 V via adapter or
      - XLR-3M: P48 phantom power
    🔹 Current Consumption: 1.5 mA (mic), 3.5 mA with adapter
    🔹 Connector Options: MicroDot or XLR-3M
    🔹 Microphone Diameter: 5.7 mm (0.22 in)
    🔹 Weight (XLR-3M, 47 cm gooseneck): 88 g (3.1 oz)
    🔹 Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
    🔹 Relative Humidity: Up to 90%

  • 🔧 Ideal For:

    ✔️ Lecterns & Podiums
    ✔️ Conferences & Corporate Events
    ✔️ Houses of Worship
    ✔️ Broadcast & Media
    ✔️ Public Speaking

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