DPA / 2012

Excellent off-axis characteristics allow it to perform well even on stages with a complex mix of many sound sources. Accurately captures the desired sound. Accurately captures the original sound of the instrument without any coloring. This microphone for musical instruments has excellent durability and is ideal for collecting the sound of a single instrument that shows its true value in live scenes.

All-round model with a maximum sound pressure level of 156 dB, compatible with close-range pickup of all instruments
Microphone for collecting musical instruments that shows its true value in live scenes

■Main applications
・Snare drum
・Hi-hat
・Guitar amplifier
·piano
·percussion
·conga. bongo
・Acoustic guitar
・Wind instruments, etc.

◆High durability for harsh live scenes
The body is made of thick, chrome-plated brass, ensuring high durability to withstand harsh live situations. The grille that protects the capsule is also chrome plated.

◆Excellent off-axis characteristics reduce wraparound from other sound sources
The ""flat off-axis characteristics"" that naturally attenuate surrounding sounds provide a clearly defined sound even on a stage where a variety of sound sources coexist. You can reduce the time spent setting up and adjusting the microphone, and concentrate on creating the sound.

◆High sound pressure design that shows its power in close drum sound collection
It supports a maximum sound pressure level of 156dB, making it ideal for close-range sound pickup of hi-hats, snares, toms, etc.

◆Compact shape that does not interfere with stage production
The compact size of 19 mm in diameter and 94 mm in total length allows miking in the optimal position without interfering with the stage performance.

◆Stereo pair models available for more diverse applications
We also offer the stereo pair model ``ST2012,'' which is a set of two carefully selected microphones with a sensitivity difference within ±1.5dB.

■Product specifications
Type: Instrument microphone
Polar pattern: Cardioid
Cartridge: Prepolarized condenser type
Frequency characteristics (±2dB): 20Hz to 20kHz
Frequency range (±2 dB/30cm): 40 Hz to 20 kHz
Sensitivity (±2dB@1kHz): 8 mV/Pa; -42 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level (A weight): 20 dB(A) re 20 ?Pa
Total harmonic distortion (THD): 1% or less (148 dB SPL, 151 dB SPL peak)
Dynamic range: 131dB
Maximum sound pressure level (THD10%): 153 dB SPL (156 dB SPL peak)
Output impedance: 60Ω
Minimum load impedance: 2kΩ
Cable extension distance: up to 100m
Power supply: Phantom DC48V
Color: matte black
Terminal: XLR3 pin (male)
Capsule size: φ17mm
Dimensions/mass: φ19 x total length 94mm, 83g
Accessories: Microphone holder (UA0961), windscreen (DUA0020), zip pouch