The 4099 is already the recognized standard for this type of microphone and the CORE version adds just another layer of sound quality that further distances this mic from its competitors.  4099 CORE brings more clarity and details to your music, across the entire dynamic range. Anyone looking for the very highest sound quality should choose CORE – every musician, live sound engineer and anyone else who takes pride in quality audio.

CORE by DPA is a powerful new technology at the heart of DPA miniature microphones. We’ve minimized distortion. From pianissimo to forte, you will experience increased clarity and openness. Learn more about CORE by DPA.

The 4099 CORE also features an enhanced shock mount design, providing excellent isolation from handling noise and rumble. Detachable cables are available in heavy duty or lightweight versions, depending on the application – both are designed to withstand the rigors of daily use. A versatile, integrated gooseneck extender provides easy and repeatable mounting.

This mic solution makes it easy to achieve a high level of isolation on stage. It also provides clean and transparent stereo sound quality with realistic dynamics. It is a complete system, which includes a pair of 4099 CORE for Loud SPL selected on sensitivity within ±1.5 dB. The two included mic clips can be attached permanently to the instrument using screws.

• Directional pattern
• Supercardioid
• Principle of operation
• Pressure gradient
• Cartridge type
• Pre-polarized condenser
• Frequency response
• 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Effective frequency range 
• ±2 dB, at 20 cm (7.9 in)80 Hz - 15 kHz with 2 dB soft boost at 10-12 kHz. Second order low-cut filter at 80 Hz with DAD4099-BC
• Sensitivity, nominal, ±3 dB at 1 kHz
• 6 mV/Pa; -44 dB re. 1 V/Pa
• Equivalent noise level, A-weightedTyp. 
• 23 dB(A) re. 20 μPa (max. 26 dB(A))
• Distortion, THD < 1%
• 128 dB SPL RMS, 131 dB SPL peak
• Dynamic range
• Typ. 108 dB
• Max. SPL, THD 10%
• 142 dB SPL peak
• Rated output impedance
• From MicroDot: 30 - 40 Ω. From DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC: 100 Ω
• Cable drive capability
• Up to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD6001-BC/DAD4099-BC XLR Adapter
• Output balance principle
• Signal balanced with DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
• Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR)
• > 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
• Power supply (for full performance)
• For wireless systems: Min. 5 V - max. 10 V through DPA adapter
• With DAD6001-BC or DAD4099-BC: P48 (Phantom Power). Will work from 12 V
• Current consumption
• Typ. 1.5 mA (microphone). 3.5 mA with DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR Adapter
• Connector
• MicroDot
• Color
• Black
• Weight
• Microphone: 17 g (0.60 oz)
• Instrument Microphone Clamp Mount (CM4099): 16 g (0.56 oz)
• Instrument Microphone Clip for Accordion (AC4099): 5 g (0.18 oz)
• Universal Instrument Microphone Clip (UC4099): 15 g (0.53 oz)
• Mic Stand Mount (MS4099): 27.5 g (0.97 oz)
• Cold Shoe Mount with standard 1/4" in thread (CS4099): 5 g (0.18 oz)
• Microphone diameter
• 5.7 mm (0.22 in)
• Microphone length
• 45 mm (1.8 in)
• Cable length
• 1.8 m (5.9 ft)
• Cable diameter
• 1.6 mm (0.06 in) / 2.2 mm (0.09 in)
• Polarity
• +V at MicroDot pin for positive sound pressure (and pin 2 on DAD4099-BC or DAD6001-BC XLR adapter)
• Temperature range
• -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
• Relative humidity (RH)
• Up to 90%
• Gooseneck length
• 140 mm (5.5 in)
• Sensitivity selection tolerance (at 1 kHz)
• ±1 dB