DPA 4041-S, 4041-T, 4041-SP, 3541, 3532-S User Manual

CO N T E N TS

Technical Description 2
Full Specifications 7
Kits & Accessories 9
Care of Microphones 14
Service and Repair 16
Warranty 16
CE Standard 16

U S E R’ S MA NU A L

Large Diaphragm Microphones

Included in kit solutions:

Type 3541

Type 3532-S

Type 3532-T

Type 3532-S P

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Type 40 41-S

Type 40 41-T

Type 40 41-S P

T E C H N I C AL DESC RIPT I O N

The modular system

The large diaphragm microphones Types 4041-S, 4041 -T and
4 0 41-SP introduce a modular cart r i d ge and preamp l i fier system.
The Modular Microphone Cart r i d ge Type MMC4041 can be
u n s c r ewed from the Modular Microphone Preamp l i fi e rs Ty p e s
MMP4000-S, MMP4000-T and MMP4000-SP, which allows for th e
e xc h a n ge of the preamp l i fi e r.

The 3 types of 4041s are acoustically very similar, but differ in the
preamplifier technology. The Type 4041-S contains the solid-state
preamplifier Type MMP4000-S whereas the Type 4041-T has the
tube preamplifier Type MMP4000-T. The Type 4041-SP contains a
48V phantom powered solid-state preamplifier, the MMP4000-SP.

The cartridge

The Types 4041-S, 4041-SP and 4041-T are omnidirectional (pres­sure) microphones that use the 24 mm (1 in) Modular Microphone
Cartridge Type MMC4041. The diaphragm and the cartridge housing
are both made of stainless steel, which gives the capsule a unique
immunity against ambient temperature variations. The MMC4041
back plate is placed in a quarts insulator for maximum electrical
stability. On the 4041-S and 4041-T, the back plate is polarised wit h
200V via the HMA4000 Microphone Amplifier, giving the cartridge
an extremely high sensitivity and SPL handling capability. On the
4041-SP a polarisation generator in the pre-amp is incorporated,
providing the back plate with 200V.

The microphone cart r i d ge Type MMC4041 is designed to have a linear
on-axis response from 10 Hz to 20 kHz with a 4-6 dB soft boost aro u n d
8 kHz(see fig.3). The MMC4041 cart r i d ge module has an extremely low
self-noise of maximum 7 dB(A) and a THD less than 0.5% at 120 dB
SPL peak which means that the cart r i d ge has an imp r e s s i ve dynamic
r a n ge of 113 dB. When mounted on one of the modular high vo l ta ge
m i c rophone preamp l i fi e rs Type MMP4041-S or MMP4041 -T the micro­phone can handle sound pressure levels up to 144 dB SPL peak before
clipping occurs. When mounted on the MMP4041-SP preamp, 134 dB
SPL peak can be handled before clipping.

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The preamplifiers

The microphone preamplifiers Type MMP4000-S and MMP4000-T
are part of the modular microphone system to be used with the
Modular Microphone Cartridge Type MMC4041. Both microphone
preamplifiers are supplied with 130V via the HMA4000 microphone
a mp l i fi e r, enabling them to handle all high level outputs from th e
m i c rophone capsule without adding any dist o rtion to the signal.
Please see full specifications for how the choice of preamplifier will
influence the specifications of the complete microphone.

The tube preamp l i fier MMP4000-T off e rs a slight musical 2nd
harmonic distortion colouration and uses a pentode vacuum tube
driven as a cathode follower in a transformerless class A unity gain
output sta ge. The special quality sub-miniature vacuum tube is
‘heated via 6,3V supplied by the HMA4000 Hi-Voltage Microphone
Amplifier.

For supreme transparency, the MMP4000-S solid-state preamplifier
design is identical to the discrete transistor output st age used in
the DPA range of hi-voltage microphones. Like the output stage of
the tube preamplifier, the transistor output stage is driven as a class
A unity gain impedance converter.

Designed for use in common pro audio environments where 48V
phantom power is a defined standard, the 4041-SP does not require
the HMA4000 hi-vo l ta ge amp l i fi e r. But due to the limited vo l ta ge
supplied to the preamp, 10 dB less SPL handling is the price of th e
48V choice. The preamp l i fier is transformerless in its design.

All microphones are supplied with an individual calibration chart stat­ing the self-noise, sensitivity and the individual frequency response.

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Cables

For the 4041-S and 4041-T the dedicated DAO4110 cable is being
used between the microphone and the hi-vo l ta ge amp l i fi e r.
The 4041-SP uses a regular 3-pin XLR cable, such as the AO0182.

Important: The microphones will only operate within their
specifications if powered correctly.

Fig. 1. External view
of the output socket
of the preamplifiers
Types MMP4000-S
and MMP4000-T.

Fig. 2. External view
of the output socket
of the preamplifier
Type MMP4000-SP.

F R E Q U E N C Y RESP ON SES

Fig. 3. On-axis frequency response of Modular Microphone
Cartridges MMC4041

P O L A R PAT T E R N

Fig. 4. Directional characteristics of Modular Microphone Cartridges
MMC4041.

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R E COMM ENDED SET T I N G S

Fig.5. Recommended HMA4000 setting with Type 4041-S

Fig.6. Recommended HMA4000 setting with Type 4041-T

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FULL SPECI FICAT I O N S

Cartridge type:

24mm (1inch) condenser with stainless steel diaphragm

Principle of operation:

Pressure

Power Supply:

4041-S and 4041-T: HMA4000 Two-channel High-Voltage
Microphone Amplifier - 130V
4041-SP: Phantom 48V

On axis frequency range:

4041–S and 4041-T: 10Hz - 20kHz ±2dB with 4 - 6dB soft
boost at 8kHz
4041-SP: 20Hz - 20kHz ±2dB with 4 - 6dB soft boost at 8kHz

Phase response:

Phase matching between any two microphones: ±10°
(50 Hz to 20kHz)

Directional characteristics:

Omnidirectional

Sensitivity (at 250Hz, ±2dB):

Solid State Preamp: Nominally 90 mV/Pa; -21dB re. 1 V/Pa
Tube Preamp: Nominally 85 mV/Pa; -21.5 dB re. 1 V/Pa
P48 Solid State Preamp: Nominally 70mV/Pa; -26dB re. 1 V/Pa

Equivalent noise level A-weighted:

Solid State Preamp: Max. 7dB(A) re. 20µPa
Tube Preamp: Max. 10dB(A) re. 20µPa
P48 Solid State Preamp: Max. 8dB(A) re. 20µPa

Equivalent noise level CCIR 468-1:

Solid State Preamplifier: Max. 19dB
Tube Preamplifier: Max. 22dB
P48 Solid State Preamp: Max. 20dB

Max SPL before clipping occurs:

4041-S and 4041-T: 144dB SPL peak before clipping
4041-SP: 134dB SPL peak before clipping

Total Harmonic Distortion:

120 dB SPL peak (<0.5% THD)

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Output impedance:

4041-SP: < 200 Ohm
4041-S/4041-T: Matches HMA4000 input

Cable drive capability:

4041-SP: Up to 100m (328ft)
4041-S/4041-T: With HMA4000: Up to 300m (984ft)

Polarity:

4041-S and 4041-T: Positively increasing sound pressure
produces negative-going voltage at Pin 4. See Fig. 1 for
Pin designation.
4041-SP: Positively increasing sound pressure produces
negative-going voltage at Pin 2. See Fig. 2 for Pin designation.

Difference frequency distortion:

(DF2, DF3, Df = 80Hz) <1% at 128dB SPL peak

Influence of vibration:

61dB equivalent SPL for 1m/s2 in direction of gr e a t e st sensitivity

Influence of magnetic field:

24dB equivalent SPL for 80A/m, 50Hz in direction of greatest
sensitivity

Operating temperature range:

-10 to +70°C (+14 to 158°F)

Microphone length:

170mm (6.69in)

Microphone diameter:

19mm (0.75in)

Capsule diameter:

24mm (1in)

Weight:

190g (6.7oz)

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K I TS & ACC E SS O R I E S

TYP E 3541

Modular Microphone Preamplifiers

MMP4000-S Solid State Preamplifier for 24mm (1in)

Cartridge

MMP4000-T Tube Preamplifier for 24mm (1in) Cartridge

Modular Microphone Cartridges

MMC4041 Omnidirectional 24mm (1in) Cartridge

Microphone Amplifier

HMA4000 Hi-Voltage Microphone Amplifier, 2 channel

Shock Mounts

UA0897 Shock Mount

Windscreens

DUA0040 Windscreen for Ø24mm (1in) Microphone
DUA0090 Pop-filter

Cable

DAO4110 130V Microphone Cable, 10m (32.8ft)

(Type 4041)

3541

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TY PE 3532-S

Modular Microphone Preamplifiers

2 x MMP4000-S Solid State Preamplifier for 24mm (1in)

Cartridge

Modular Microphone Cartridges

2 x MMC4041 Omnidirectional 24mm (1in) Cartridge

Microphone Amplifier

HMA4000 Hi-Voltage Microphone Amplifier, 2 channel

Stereo Accessories

UA0836 Stereo Boom with Holders

Windscreens

2 x DUA0040 Windscreen for Ø24mm (1in) Microphone

Cables

2 x DAO4110 130V Microphone Cable, 10m (32.8ft) (4041)

3532-S

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TYPE 3532-T

Modular Microphone Preamplifiers

2 x MMP4000-T T ube Preamplifier for 24mm (1in) Cartridge

Modular Microphone Cartridges

2 x MMC4041 Omnidirectional 24mm (1in)Cartridge

Microphone Amplifier

HMA4000 Hi-Voltage Microphone Amplifier, 2 channel

Stereo Accessories

UA0836 Stereo Boom with Holders

Windscreens

2 x DUA0040 Windscreen for Ø24mm (1in) Microphone

Cables

2 x DAO4110 130V Microphone Cable, 10m (32.8ft)

(Type 4041)

3532-T

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TY PE 3532-S P

Modular Microphone Preamplifiers

2 x MMP4000-SP Solid State Preamplifier for 24mm (1in)

Cartridge, P48

Modular Microphone Cartridges

2 x MMC4041 Omnidirectional 24mm (1in) Cartridge

Stereo Accessories

UA0836 Stereo Boom with Holders

Windscreens

2 x DUA0040 Windscreen for Ø24mm (1in) Microphone

3532-SP

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ACC E SSO RI E S IN CLU DED 4 041 -S, 4041-T & 4 041-S P

Modular Microphone Preamplifiers

MMP4000-S Solid State Preamp l i fier for 24mm (1in)

C a rt r i d ge(Only 4041-S) or

MMP4000-T Tube Preamplifier for 24mm (1in) Cartridge

(Only 4041-T) or

MMP4000-SP Solid State Preamplifier for 24mm (1in)

Cartridge, P48 (Only 4041-SP)

Modular Microphone Cartridges

MMC4041 Omnidirectional 24mm (1in) Cartridge

Microphone Holders & Suspension Mounts

UA0961 Microphone Holder

ACC E SSO R IES AVA I LA B L E

Modular Microphone Preamplifiers

MMP4000-S Solid State Preamplifier for 24mm (1in)

Cartridge

MMP4000-T Tube Preamplifier for 24mm (1in) Cartridge

MMP4000-SP Solid State Preamplifier for 24mm (1in)

Cartridge, P48

Shock Mounts

UA0897 Shock Mount

Microphone Holders & Suspension Mounts

UA0639 Microphone Clip

Stereo Accessories

UA0836 Stereo Boom with Holders
UA0837 Stereo Boom excluding Holders

Windscreens

DUA0090 Pop-filter

Cables

DAO4110 130V Microphone Cable, 10m (32.8ft)

(Type 4041)

AO0182 P48 Microphone Cable, 5m (16.4ft)

Connection Adapters

HTP4000 Converter: 130V to P48

CARE OF MIC RO P H O N E S

It is important to bear in mind the following points with regards to
mounting and microphone care:

The Pop-filter DUA0090 is fitted between the microphone stand
and the microphone holder.

The UA0897 Shock Mount is mounted on the Po p - filter base.
Use the counter screw to position the Shock Mount corr e c t l y.

Assemble the cart r i d ge and preamp l i fier modules of your choice.
Assemble the modules using fi n ger torque only. See fig. 7

When detaching or attaching the cartridge Type MMC4041 from
the microphone preamplifier, the cable must be disconnected.

Do not try to attach the microphone cartridge Type MMC4041 to
any microphone preamplifier that is not specifically designed for
this purpose.

Do not try to attach the microphone preamp l i fi e rs Ty p e s
MMP4000-S, MMP4000-T or MMP4000-SP to any microphone
c a rt r i d ge that is not specifically designed for this purpose.

Use of windscreen is recommended when microphones are used
in dirty or dusty environments.

When not in use, the microphone should be disconnected and kept
in the case supplied.

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Fig. 7. Exchange of cartridge can be done by screwing the cartridge
from the preamplifier using finger torque only.

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S E R VICE & REPA I R

Products from DPA Microphones are extremely stable, and there
should not be any significant change in the specifications with time
and use. If, however, you are not totally satisfied with the character­istics exhibited by these products, contact your nearest DPA
Microphones representative for further details of service and the
repair facilities that are available. DPA Microphones has a maximum
seven working days in-house service policy, usually ensuring that no
more than seven working days will elapse from the day the item for
service is received and accepted to the day we are ready to return it
to you. Please contact DPA Microphones for your nearest represen­tative on

Tel: [phone]
Fax:[phone]

You can also get in touch with DPA Microphones via the internet
using e-mail [e-mail]
Visit our website at www.dpamicrophones.com

WA R R A N T Y

All products from DPA Microphones are covered by a two-year
limited warranty on both mechanical functionality and documented
specifications as long as the items are not mistreated, abused or
modified in any way. In case of a warranty claim your invoice is your
warranty registration.

CE STA N DA R D

The CE-mark guarantees all products conform with relevant
standards approved by the European Community. The pro d u c t s
described in this User’s Manual comply with current relevant

standards when used with cables from DPA Microphones. EMC
D i r e c t i ve: 89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC
L ow Vo l ta ge Directive: 73/23/EEC, amended by 93/68/EEC.