DPA 4488 CORE Directional Headset Mic, Beige, Microdot
DPA 4488 CORE Directional Cardioid, Pre-Polarized Condenser Headset Microphone, Beige, Microdot
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DPA - 4488 CORE
(Beige)
Big sound – small footprintThe DPA 4488 CORE Directional Headset Microphone brings together DPA’s renowned 5 mm capsules with CORE by DPA technology and the Red Dot award-winning headset. These are the most advanced headsets available, offering secure, durable and flexible, perfect for theatre, broadcast, house of worship and conferencing applications.
144 dBMaximum SPL
20 Hz - 20 kHzFrequency Response
CardioidDirectional Pattern
at a glance
• One-size-fits-all - head sizes and shapes
• Comfortable 3-point grip - above, below, behind the ear
• Easily adjustable - frame size, boom length, placement
• 90° adjustable cable guide - keeps cable out of sight
• Non-reflective PVD surface on headset frame, boom, capsule
Next-level DPA 5 mm headset mics – unmatched sound, award-winning design

The Tech Spec
| Features | Specification | Directional pattern | Cardioid |
|---|---|
| Principle of operation | Pressure gradient |
| Cartridge type | Pre-polarized condenser |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| 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) |
| Sensitivity, nominal, ±3 dB at 1 kHz | 6 mV/Pa; -44 dB re. 1 V/Pa |
| Equivalent noise level, A-weighted | Typ. 26 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 28 dB(A)) |
| Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4 | Typ. 38 dB (max. 40 dB) |
| Distortion, THD < 1% - CORE | 134 dB SPL RMS, 137 dB SPL peak |
| Dynamic range - CORE | Typ. 111 dB |
| Max. SPL, THD 10% | 144 dB SPL peak |
| Rated output impedance | 30 - 40 Ω |
| Cable drive capability | Up to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter |
| 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 |
| Connector | MicroDot, TA4F Mini-XLR, 3-pin LEMO, Mini-Jack |
| Colour | Beige |
| Weight | 14 g (0.5 oz) incl. Cable and MicroDot connector |
| Dimensions | Microphone diameter: 5.4 mm (0.21 in) Microphone length: 11 mm (0.5 in) |
| Cable | Length: 1.2 m (3.9 ft) Diameter: 1.6 mm (0.06 in) |
| Polarity | Positively increasing sound pressure produces positive going voltage on MicroDot pin |
| Temperature range | -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F) |
| Relative humidity (RH) | Up to 90% |
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