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User’s manual 4099B 4099C 4099D 4099G 4099P 4099S 4099T 4099U 4099V Instr ument Microphones w w w . d p a m i c r o p h o n e s . c o m / d v o t e...
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The d:vote 4099 clip microphone range features a modular design with many combinations of microphones, holders, cables and connectors. The microphones are available in two sensitivities: normal sensitivity for most instruments, low sensitivity for high-SPL handling of brass and drums (marked with a dot on the cuff).
Secure the gooseneck by sliding the fixation part over the grip: Mounting the microphone Mount the d:vote 4099B on the bass by attaching it on the two outer strings between the bridge and the tailpiece. Let the holder curve inwards.
Mounting the microphone Mount the d:vote 4099C on the cello between the bridge and the tailpiece. Attach it on the two outer strings, let the holder curve outwards. Adjust the gooseneck and microphone angle to your desired taste. For the most natural sound: below the bridge, between instrument top (belly) and strings.
Mounting on instrument The enclosed clip fits most drums and percussion instruments and can be mounted two ways, either upwards or downwards: Clip mounted upwards. Upward turning clip positioning allows for mic placements across the drum skin and will be the most typical live application choice for rock. Point the microphone to the middle of the drum to get more low-end richness or to the edge to get more crispy bite.
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Application note, snare drum A snare drum may benefit from a two-microphone setup, one on top and one below the drum; the upper mic will focus on the “in-your-face” punch and the lower mic on the snare high-frequency bite from below the drum.
d:vote 4099G Clip Microphone for Guitar, Dobro Adjusting the clip height The height of the d:vote 4099G clip can easily be adjusted to fit a wide variety of stringed instruments with a body depth between 35 mm (1.4 in) and 122 mm (4.8 in).
Application note A recommended miking placement for the most balanced sound is where the fretboard meets the body, typically above the 12th fret. For optimum volume, point the microphone toward the sound hole. A blend between your guitar’s pick-up and the d:vote 4099 condenser microphone is often a good choice on stage.
Placement of microphones Place the holders in the piano frame and adjust the microphone angle to preferred sonic taste. The microphones can be spaced apart, angled apart, or both. Specifications specific to the d:vote 4099P Sensitivity selection tolerance for pair: ± 1 dB at 1 kHz. Any d:vote 4099P microphone within this sensitivity tolerance is marked with a white dot on the gooseneck fixation part.
Application note, soprano sax For a round and warm character, place the d:vote 4099S as far away from the bell as possible. Place it in front of the bell for a harder sound with more bite. Application note alto/tenor/baritone sax To create the most balanced sound, do not point the microphone directly into the bell, but angle it between the bell and the keys.
Adjusting the gooseneck and microphone angle The gooseneck can flex in all directions. Bend the gooseneck to fit the natural curves of the instrument. Turn the microphone to the desired angle. Application notes For trumpet, trombone, and instruments of similar sizes: For the smooth- est sound, do not point the microphone directly into the center of the bell, but position it between the center position and the bell’s edge.
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The gooseneck securing part can be angled 90 degrees offering maxi- mum placement possibilities. Detach the part from the clip and re-mount it turned 90 degrees for a horizontal gooseneck arm. Application note Close-miking instruments like oboe, clarinet, soprano saxophone, and bassoon calls for a certain care in the placement and angling of the mi- crophone.
d:vote 4099V Clip Microphone for Violin and Mandolin Adjusting the clip height The height of the VC4099 Violin Clip can easily be adjusted to fit a wide variety of stringed instruments with a body depth between 35 mm (1.4 in) and 55 mm (2.1 in). Press the lock on the side of the clip to increase height.
GENERAL APPLICATION NOTES • Always use the d:vote 4099 in its dedicated foam windscreen and shock absorbing rubber mounts. • When running wireless, it is recommended to use a low-cut filter at 80 Hz in the transmitter to avoid handling and moving noise. This low-cut filter is built into the DAD4099 XLR adapter supplied with d:vote 4099G, 4099V, 4099S, and 4099T.
HOLDERS BC4099 Clip for Bass CC4099 Clip for Cello DC4099 Clip for Drum GC4099 Guitar Clip PC4099 Magnet Mount for Piano STC4099 Sax/Trumpet Clip UC4099 Universal Clip VC4099 Violin Clip...
USING THE DPA ADAPTERS All DPA d:vote 4099 cables are terminated with a MicroDot connector at the end of the gooseneck. When used in conjunction with our range of over 35 adapters, the MicroDot connector provides the ability to con- nect to virtually all available pro wireless systems.
The DAD4099 adapter features a permanent second-order low-cut filter at 80 Hz. The filter minimizes handling and wind noise at the microphone output without compromising sound quality, as guitar, sax, trumpet and violin have no appreciable frequency response below 80 Hz. Signal - phase Signal + phase Ground...
For cable cleaning; Use organic oil (e.g. olive oil) or lukewarm, distilled water to remove residue from tape or glue. The DPA d:vote 4099 is very resistant to humidity and sweat, but keep it away from unnecessary exposure to water and cleaning fluids (keep ele- ment dry at all times).
4099D/4099T: Typ. 28 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 31 dB(A)) S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL) d:vote 4099B/4099C/4099G/4099P/4099S/4099U/4099V: 71 dB d:vote 4099D/4099T: 66 dB Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) < 1 % up to 123 dB SPL peak <...
Power supply Min. 5 V - max. 50 V through DPA adapter for wireless systems 48 V phantom power ±4 V with DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR adapter Current consumption Typ. 1.5 mA (microphone) 3.5 mA with DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR adapter...
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20 Hz 1 kHz On-Axis Frequency Response Measured at 20 cm (7.9 in) distance 10 cm 15 cm 20 cm 30 cm -1 0 100 cm 20 Hz 1 kHz The Proximity Effect d:vote The proximity effect exhibited by DPA 4099...
-1 0 DAD4099 20 Hz 1 kHz On-Axis Frequency Response with DAD4099 XLR Adapter Measured at 20 cm (7.9 in) distance -1 0 20 Hz 1 kHz On-Axis Frequency Response with DAD4099 XLR Adapter Measured at 10 cm (3.9 in) distance Service &...
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Head Office DPA Microphones A/S Gydevang 42-44 DK-3450 Alleroed, Denmark Tel: +45 4814 2828 Fax: +45 4814 2700 info@dpamicrophones.com www.dpamicrophones.com US Sales Office DPA Microphones, Inc. 1500 Kansas Avenue, Unit 3A Longmont, CO 80501, USA Tel: +1 303-485-1025 Fax: +1 303-485-6470 info-usa@dpamicrophones.com...
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