National broadcaster the RAI is using 10 DPA 4080 miniature cardioid lavalier mics for current affairs program, TG1.
The 4080 is ideal for the broadcast market, where mics must be small and discreet while providing superior speech intelligibility. This is ensured by the 4080's 4 dB presence boost, which makes the voice more distinguishable.
"We had to overcome the inherent problems of a large news studio, full of plasma screens, LED walls, fans and refrigeration systems generating white noise," says Marco Cunsolo, chief technical director of RAI Rome production center. "The program also features two or more chief anchormen in debates with several high-ranking guests including top politicians. The mics needed to be cardioids, and as inconspicuous as possible. Before DPA brought out the 4080, this didn't exist!"
"Where there is a PA system, the 4080 eliminates feedback problems, and the 4080 also addresses self noise - common to lavalier mics - via a unique cable loop between mic and holder which minimizes handling noise. The premounted pop filter with integrated shock mount allows the mic to be easily turned in any direction to obtain the best sound."