DPA Microphones
DPA 4099 CORE+ Classic Touring Kit 4C
Best professional solution for touring musicians needing pristine multi-instrument live sound.
Experience pristine, natural sound with the DPA 4099 CORE+ Classic Touring Kit 4C. This professional kit features four Loud SPL Instrument Microphones, engineered for demanding live and studio environments. The CORE+ technology ensures exceptional clarity and detail across a wide range of instruments. Its enhanced, versatile clip system provides secure mounting, while the microphone design offers superior gain before feedback and high SPL handling. Fully compatible with existing DPA MicroDot accessories, this kit is ideal for touring professionals seeking seamless integration and top-tier audio performance.
$3080.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
149
/ 1735
#149 in Microphones
Price vs Category Average
+506%
Above average
Microphone Diameter
0.225.7
/ " (mm)
Who it's for
- Production crews requiring rugged, organized gear for frequent travel
- Professional sound engineers seeking pristine, transparent instrument audio
- Touring musicians needing secure, non-damaging instrument mounting
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious hobbyists or small-scale production teams
- Users preferring standard plug-and-play XLR connectivity
- Novice sound technicians struggling with precise mic positioning
Performance breakdown
Sound Fidelity
CORE+ technology delivers exceptionally natural and transparent audio reproduction.
SPL Handling
Easily manages high-decibel sources without distortion or signal clipping.
Feedback Rejection
Supercardioid pattern ensures clean, isolated sound in loud stage environments.
Mounting Versatility
Enhanced clip system provides secure, reliable attachment to diverse instruments.
Touring Durability
IP58 certification guarantees resilience against the rigors of professional travel.
System Integration
Seamless compatibility with existing MicroDot accessories simplifies complex touring setups.
Key Specs
Microphone Diameter
0.22" (5.7mm)
Microphone Length
1.97" (50mm)
Max. SPL Handling
145dB SPL peak (THD 10%)
Frequency Response
20Hz - 20kHz
Sensitivity
-44dB re. 1 V/Pa
Impedance
30Ω - 40Ω (From MicroLock)
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Weight (Microphone Unit)
0.63oz (18g)
Features
- Next-gen CORE+ high-performance audio
- Exceptional isolation and off-axis rejection
- Handles very high sound pressure levels
- Enhanced, secure, and versatile clip system
- Superior gain before feedback
- IP58 certified for durability
- Backwards compatible accessories
- Natural, undistorted sound reproduction
What customers say
Professionals consider the DPA 4099 CORE+ Classic Touring Kit an essential tool, primarily valuing its pristine audio quality and reliability. Reviewers consistently praise the CORE technology for delivering unparalleled clarity and excellent gain before feedback, perfect for demanding live settings. The versatile mounting system is a major advantage, simplifying setup across various instruments from strings to brass. While the initial cost is high, users view the kit as a justified long-term asset due to its robust build and superior sonic fidelity compared to lesser options. The overall sentiment confirms this kit is an indispensable upgrade for serious touring musicians seeking acoustic accuracy and road-ready performance.
Know before you buy
The 4099 is highly versatile and designed to capture almost any acoustic instrument, including strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion. Its supercardioid polar pattern and high SPL handling make it particularly effective for loud stage environments where isolation from other instruments is critical.
CORE+ technology is designed to minimize distortion and expand the dynamic range of the microphone. This results in a more natural, transparent sound that remains clear even when the microphone is pushed to handle very high sound pressure levels.
Yes, the 4099 uses DPA’s MicroDot connection system, which is compatible with a wide range of adapters. This allows you to connect the microphones to virtually any professional wireless bodypack system from brands like Shure, Sennheiser, or Audio-Technica.
Absolutely. The 4099 is IP58 certified, meaning it is resistant to both dust and water. It is built to withstand the physical demands of life on the road while maintaining consistent audio performance.
The 4099 is engineered for superior gain-before-feedback. Its supercardioid polar pattern provides excellent off-axis rejection, which helps isolate your instrument and minimize bleed from stage monitors or other nearby sound sources.
The kit includes the microphones, mounting clips, and the necessary XLR adapters to connect directly to a wired mixing console or audio interface. If you plan to use these wirelessly, you will need to purchase the specific MicroDot adapter compatible with your wireless transmitter.
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