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Description
Accessories
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4088 Directional Headset Mic

The classic 4088 Directional Headset Microphone is the industry standard in professional headset mics. It offers an open and natural sound making it ideal for both spoken word and vocal performance applications.

Coming with CORE+ and MicroLock in Q2 2025.

Accessories

DUA0591 Makeup Cover for 4088/4288 Headset Microphone
DUA0560/0566/0567/0568 Foam Windscreen for Miniature Microphones
DUA0574/0575/0576 Pop Screen for 4088 Headset Microphone

Specifications

Polar pattern

Relative humidity (RH) Up to 90%

Sensitivity, nominal, ±3 dB at 1 kHz 6 mV/Pa; -44 dB re. 1 V/Pa

Max. SPL, THD 10% 144 dB SPL peak

Temperature range -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)

Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz

Frequency response graph

Cable length 1.2 m (3.9 ft)

Dynamic range Typ. 111 dB

Power supply (for full performance) For wireless systems Min. 5 V - max. 10 V through DPA adapter
With DAD6001-BC: P48 (Phantom Power). Will work from 12 V

Current consumption Typ. 1.5 mA (microphone). 3.5 mA with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter

Rated output impedance 30 - 40 Ω

Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4 Typ. 38 dB (max. 40 dB)

Directional pattern Cardioid

Cable diameter 1.6 mm (0.06 in)

Cartridge type Pre-polarized condenser

Distortion, THD < 1% 134 dB SPL RMS, 137 dB SPL peak

Cable drive capability Up to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter

Principle of operation Pressure gradient

Connector MicroDot

Equivalent noise level, A-weighted Typ. 26 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 28 dB(A))

Polarity Positively increasing sound pressure produces positive going voltage on MicroDot pin

Weight 14 g (0.5 oz) incl. Cable and MicroDot connector

Effective frequency range, ±2 dB, Near field 2-3 cm (0.8 - 1.2 in) 100 Hz - 20 kHz (4 - 6 dB soft boost at 15 kHz)

Microphone diameter 5.4 mm (0.21 in)

Microphone length 11 mm (0.5 in)

Description
Accessories
Specifications