The 4098 gooseneck microphone, in any of its configurations, delivers high intelligibility and controlled directionality as well as efficient rejection of background noise and radio frequency interference. They are often the preferred mic to turn to when high speech intelligibility is paramount - for example at parliaments where multiple languages are to be simultaneous interpreted and the interpreters must catch every word and nuance in a split second to deliver the perfect translation.
Coming soon with MicroLock
Accessories
CM1618B90 MicroLock Extension Cable, 1.6 mm, 1.8 m (5.9 ft)
DAO4010/4020 Microphone Cable with Slim XLR Connector for Pencil Microphone
MMP-FJS/FGS/FGT Floor Stand with Modular Active Boom for MMC Capsule
TSM4001 Table Shock Mount for Gooseneck Microphone
Specifications
Polar pattern
Frequency response graph
Directional patternSupercardioid
Principle of operationPressure gradient
Cartridge typePre-polarized condenser
Frequency response20 Hz - 20 kHz
Effective frequency range ±2 dB, at 20 cm (7.9 in)MicroDot: 80 Hz - 15 kHz with 3 dB soft boost at 8-15 kHz XLR-3M: 100 Hz - 15 kHz with 3 dB soft boost at 8-15 kHz and permanent 2nd order low-cut filter at 80 Hz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±3 dB at 1 kHz16 mV/Pa; -36 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4Typ. 35 dB (max. 38 dB)
Distortion, THD < 1%130 dB SPL RMS, 133 dB SPL peak
Dynamic rangeTyp. 110 dB
Max. SPL, THD 10%135 dB SPL peak
Rated output impedanceFrom MicroDot: 30 - 40 Ω. From XLR connector or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter: 100 Ω
Minimum load impedance2
Cable drive capabilityMicroDot: Up to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter XLR-3M: Up to 100 m (328 ft)
Output balance principleSignal balanced with XLR connector or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR)> 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
Power supply (for full performance)MicroDot: Min. 5 V to max. 10 V through DPA adapter for wireless systems or P48 (Phantom Power) with DAD6001-BC XLR adapter XLR-3M: P48 (Phantom Power)
Current consumptionTyp. 1.5 mA (microphone). 3.5 mA with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
ConnectorMicroDot or XLR-3M
WeightMicrodot: 16 cm (6 in): 12 g (0.4 oz) 28 cm (11 in): 20 g (0.7 oz) 43 cm (17 in): 28 g (1.0 oz) 77 cm (30 in): 55 g (1.9 oz) 122 cm (48 in): 67 g (2.4 oz)
XLR-3M: 20 cm (8 in): 75 g (2.6 oz) 32 cm (13 in): 80 g (2.8 oz) 47 cm (18 in): 88 grams (3.1 oz) 77 cm (30 in): 115 grams (4.1 oz) 122 cm (48 in): 127 grams (4.5 oz)
Microphone diameter5.7 mm (0.22 in)
Microphone lengthMicrodot: 16 cm (6 in), 28 cm (11 in), 43 cm (17 in), 77 cm (30 in), 122 cm (48 in) XLR-3M: 20 cm (8 in), 32 cm (13 in), 47 cm (18 in), 77 cm (30 in), 122 cm (48 in).
Polarity+V at MicroDot pin for positive sound pressure (and pin 2 on XLR connector or DAD6001-BC XLR adapter)