DPA 4060 CORE+ Stereo Microphone Kit
Best professional tool for capturing pristine, detailed stereo audio.
This stereo microphone kit provides a flexible and cost-effective solution for capturing high-quality stereo sound in studio and live settings. It features a matched pair of miniature omnidirectional condenser microphones, ensuring consistent sensitivity for a balanced soundstage. The kit includes versatile mounting options, such as boundary layer and universal surface mounts, enabling creative placement on instruments and surfaces for enhanced ambient capture and intelligibility. It is ideal for recording detailed audio from intimate performances to large ensembles with exceptional clarity.
$1495.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
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Category Rank
1565
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#1565 in Microphones
Price vs Category Average
+194%
Above average
Directional pattern
Omnidirectional
/ Omnidirectional
Who it's for
- Audio engineers and musicians demanding uncolored, high-resolution sound.
- Field recordists, broadcast professionals, and live sound engineers needing flexible placement.
- Touring musicians, location sound mixers, and broadcast crews requiring robust gear.
Who should skip it
- Hobbyists and emerging creators with limited equipment budgets.
- Home studio users and podcasters in acoustically untreated spaces.
- New users and those without professional-grade audio interfaces.
Performance breakdown
Stereo Imaging
Matched pairs ensure a perfectly balanced and immersive soundstage for recordings.
Placement Versatility
Diverse mounting options allow for creative positioning on almost any surface.
Audio Transparency
Captures natural, detailed sound with exceptional clarity across the frequency range.
Form Factor
Incredibly discreet miniature design remains virtually invisible during live performances.
SPL Handling
Robust enough to handle high-volume sources without compromising signal integrity.
Environmental Durability
Engineered to perform reliably in challenging temperature and humidity conditions.
Key Specs
Directional pattern
Omnidirectional
Principle of operation
Pressure
Cartridge type
Pre-polarized condenser
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±3 dB at 1 kHz
20 mV/Pa; -34 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted
Typ. 23 dB(A)
Max. SPL, THD 10%
134 dB SPL peak
Rated output impedance
30 - 40 Ω
Know before you buy
A matched pair ensures that both microphones have identical sensitivity and frequency response characteristics. This consistency is essential for creating a balanced, accurate stereo image without phase issues or volume imbalances between the left and right channels.
Yes, the 4060 CORE+ is capable of handling up to 134 dB SPL peak. This makes them robust enough to capture high-pressure sound sources like percussion or brass instruments without distortion.
Boundary layer mounts allow you to place the microphones directly against a flat surface, such as a floor or a stage wall. This technique minimizes phase interference from reflected sound and increases the microphone's sensitivity, resulting in a clearer, more direct signal.
While they are highly versatile, they are primarily designed for studio and live stage environments. If you use them outdoors, the included foam windscreens will help, but you should be mindful of the 90% humidity limit and protect them from direct exposure to rain or extreme moisture.
The kit includes DAD6001 adapters, which allow you to connect the microphones to standard P48 phantom power via an XLR input. This makes them compatible with most professional audio interfaces and mixing consoles.
The high-boost grids provide a subtle lift in the high-frequency range, which helps compensate for the high-frequency roll-off that occurs when the microphone is placed away from the sound source. They are particularly useful when you need more 'air' or presence in your recording.
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