DPA 2012 Compact Cardioid Microphone

DPA 2012 (20-12, 20/12, 20 12, 20_12) 2012 Compact Cardioid Microphone

The 2012 Cardioid Microphone is a robust and reliable condenser mic for close miking. It is extremely flexible and will shine on many instruments. In addition to natural sound reproduction, the mic has uniform cardioid directionality and has been designed to withstand rough use on the live stage.

The 2012 is constructed to withstand rough handling on a hectic live stage. It has a thicker, more robust body construction of brass that is very durable and known for its corrosion resistance and tolerance against metal fatigue. In addition to the heavy-duty materials used, the surfaces of the mic handle and grille are treated with a protective black chrome finish, which ensures more graceful ageing.

The 2012, is a professional condenser mic, making it the best choice for those instruments that produce high frequencies. It has a far better transient response than any dynamic microphone, which allows it to pick up the most delicate sound with tremendous accuracy.

The 2012 has a cardioid capsule with DPA’s famously flat off-axis response. Besides a high gain-before-feedback, this characteristic makes it easier for sound engineers to handle bleed from other instruments at close proximity. The 2012 picks up off-axis sounds in a very natural and attenuated way.

• Directional pattern: Cardioid
• Principle of operation: Pressure gradient
• Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Effective frequency range, ±2 dB, at 30 cm (11.8 in): 40 Hz to 20 kHz
• Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz: 8 mV/Pa
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 20 dB(A) re 20 µPa (max. 22 dB(A))
• Distortion, THD < 1%: 148 dB SPL, 151 dB SPL peak
• Dynamic range: Typ. 131 dB
• Max. SPL, THD 10%: 156 dB SPL peak
• Rated output impedance: 60 Ω
• Cable drive capability: 100 m (328 ft)
• Output balance principle: Impedance balancing with Active Drive
• Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR): > 60 dB
• Power supply (for full performance: P48 (Phantom Power)
• Current consumption: 0.7 mA
• Connector: XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase
• Weight: 83g (2,9 oz)
• Microphone diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
• Capsule diameter: 17 mm (0.67 in)
• Microphone length: 94 mm (3.7 in)
• Maximum output voltage, RMS: 8.7 V (21 dBu)
• Polarity: +V at pin 2 for positive sound pressure
• Temperature range: -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
• Relative humidity(RH): Up to 90%
• Colors: Black

In The Box

• 1x DPA 2012 Compact Cardioid Microphone
• 1x Microphone Holder
• 1x DUA0020 Small Microphone Windscreen (Dark Gray)
• 1x Small Zip Microphone Pouch