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4051/52/53 Compact Omnidirectional

  • great for instrument miking or invisible installations in concert halls
  • obvious choice when high definition audio is paramount
  • comes in three variants: with rear cable, side cable or connector 

      

The DPA Compact omnidirectional phantom powered (P48) condenser microphones use the same type of cartridge as the famous DPA 4006, but is preamplified using a built-in ultra small thick-film mounted FET preamplifier, which enables the cartridge to be mounted on a extremely compact microphone housing.

The linear on-axis frequency response from 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±2 dB) together with the ultra-small design makes the compact omni the perfect choice for all kinds of on-camera or on-stage use where high definition audio is paramount.

Three variants
The 4051 has its cable mounted at 90° to the microphone axis, which mechanically is perfect for situations where the microphone needs to be mounted directly on the musical instrument or suspended to record an audience.


The 4052 has its cable mounted behind the microphone axis for situations where the microphone needs to be suspended from its own cable.

The 4053 has a standard LEMO connector for simple and safe mounting and removal of the microphone capsule but also for use together with the elegant and flexible Flamingo Series floor stands. The microphone is supplied with a 3 m cable LEMO to XLR. 

 Both the 4052 and the 4053 Compact Omnis are extremely popular as A-B Stereo pairs in concert halls where the beautiful architecture has to go hand in hand with quality recordings.

Specifications for 4051/52/53 Compact Omnidirectional

Directional characteristics: Omnidirectional
Principle of operation: Pressure
Cartridge type: 16 mm (0.6 in) pre-polarised condenser
Frequency range, ± 2 dB: On-axis: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB: 30 mV/Pa; -30 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level A-weighted: Typ. 15 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 17 dB(A))
Equiv. noise level ITU-R BS.468-4: Typ. 27 dB (max. 29 dB)
S/N ratio, re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL): 79 dB(A)
Total harmonic distortion (THD): <0.5 % THD up to 125 dB SPL peak, <1 % THD up to 131 dB SPL peak
Dynamic range: Typ. 116 dB
Max. SPL, peak before clipping: 135 dB
Output impedance: <300 Ohm
Cable drive capability: Up to 100 m (328 ft) after XLR connector
Power supply: 48 V Phantom power
Current consumption: 2.6 mA
Connector: 3-pin XLR-M (Standard P48)
Microphone weight: 22 g (0.78 oz) (without cable)
Microphone length: 25 mm (0.98 in)
Cable length: 3 m (9.8 ft)

Diagrams for 4051/52/53 Compact Omnidirectional

On-axis and diffuse-field response of DPA 4051/52/53 with the Diffuse-field Grid DD0297 fitted.On-axis and diffuse-field response of DPA 4051/52/53 with the Diffuse-field Grid DD0297 fitted.
On-axis and diffuse-field responses of DPA 4051/52/53 with the Near-field Grid DD0251 fitted.On-axis and diffuse-field responses of DPA 4051/52/53 with the Near-field Grid DD0251 fitted.
Diffuse-field response of DPA 4051/52/53 with Nose Cone UA0777 fitted.Diffuse-field response of DPA 4051/52/53 with Nose Cone UA0777 fitted.
Low frequency phase of DPA 4051/52/53Low frequency phase of DPA 4051/52/53
Phase response of DPA 401/52/53Phase response of DPA 401/52/53
Directional characteristics of DPA 4051/52/53 with Near-field Grid DD0251 fitted (normalized).Directional characteristics of DPA 4051/52/53 with Near-field Grid DD0251 fitted (normalized).
Directional characteristics of DPA 4051/52/53 with Nose Cone UA0777 fitted (normalized).Directional characteristics of DPA 4051/52/53 with Nose Cone UA0777 fitted (normalized).

The following products are related to 4051/52/53 Compact Omnidirectional

Accessories included

DD0251 Free-field Grid, Silver

The DD0297 is a microphone protection grid ideally suited for making all types of far-field recordings.

SM4000 Suspension Mount

The Suspension Mount SM4000 is a simple and flexible mount for the Compact Cardioid Microphones Types 4021, 4022 and 4023 plus the Compact Omnidirectional Microphone Types 4051, 4052 and 4053.

DD0254 Close-miking Grid, Trapezoid, Silver

DD0254 is a grid for close-miking applications, which gives a soft reproduction of the high frequencies.

DD0297 Diffuse-field Grid, Black

Accessories available

DDS0016 Rubber Mount 16 mm (0.63 in), Extra Soft

The DDS0016 Rubber Mount is molded from a single piece of extra soft rubber to give maximum elastic strength. The mount has been thoroughly tested for damping characteristics. The size and extra softness of the rubber makes this mount well suited for the Compacts Microphone Types 4051, 4052 and 4053.

UA0777 Nose Cone

The Nose Cone UA0777 is specially designed for use with the Standard Microphone Type 4003 and 4006, the A-B Stereo Kits 3503 and 3506 and the Compact Microphones Types 4051, 4052 and 4053.

GM4050 Gooseneck Mount for 4051/52/53

The GM4050 is specially designed for mounting the studio quality Compact Microphones directly inside a piano.

CSM4000 Compact Shock Mount

The CSM4000 alias "The Radiator Mascot" is a shock mount specially designed for rubber suspension of Compact Microphones on standard microphone stands, the TB4000 Table Base or the MB4000 Magnet Base.

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