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User’s manual
4099B
4099C
4099D
4099G
4099P
4099S
4099T
4099U
4099V
Instrument Microphones
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CONTENTS
Product description ..........................................3
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4099B for Bass ......................................4
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4099C for Cello .....................................4
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4099D for Drums ...................................5
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4099G for Guitar, Dobro ..............................8
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4099P Stereo Microphone System for Piano .............9
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4099S for Saxophones, Bass Clarinet ...................10
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4099T for Brass ....................................11
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4099U Universal Clip Microphone ....................12
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4099V for Violin, Mandolin ...........................14
General application notes ...................................15
Holders ...................................................16
Using the DPA adapters .....................................17
Accessories ...............................................18
Microphone maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Specications and graphs ....................................20
Service and repair ..........................................22
Warranty .................................................23
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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4099 clip microphone range features a modular design with many
combinations of microphones, holders, cables and connectors.
The microphones are available in two sensitivities: normal sensitivity for most
instruments, low sensitivity for high-SPL handling of brass and drums (marked
with a dot on the cuff).
Standard gooseneck length is 140 mm (5.5 in). The
optional gooseneck extension unit adds 70 mm (2.8
in) to the length, allowing exibility in nding the
instrument's sweet spot.
The eight different holders will t the vast majority of instruments.
Detachable cables
Detachable cables make it convenient to mount the mic on an instrument
before connecting it. The choice of two different cable qualities makes it
possible to tailor your mic to the specic task; you may want to use the heavy
duty cable for PA/Live gigs, and the easier-to-hide, thinner cable for personal use
on instruments where you don’t want the cable weight to interfere with your
performance. In case of cable break, service is easy and fast.
More than 35 different adapters are available to make the d:vote 4099 t
various professional wireless systems.
Extending the gooseneck
The gooseneck length can be altered by the optional extension unit,
helping with demanding positioning situations such as trombones with mutes.
Connect the male MicroDot at the end of the microphone gooseneck to
the female MicroDot at the extension using nger torque or employing the
supplied connector-tightening tool for higher security.
Mounting the gooseneck
Each holder has a grip designed to x the microphone gooseneck.
Furthermore, a xation lock slides over the grip to secure it. See description for
each instrument solution on the following pages.
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4099B Clip Microphone for Bass
Mounting the gooseneck
Secure the gooseneck by sliding the xation part over the grip:
Mounting the microphone
Mount the d:vote 4099B on the bass by attaching it on the two outer
strings between the bridge and the tailpiece. Let the holder curve inwards.
Adjust the gooseneck and microphone angle to your desired taste.
For the most natural sound: below the bridge, between instrument top
(belly) and strings. For the highest output: angled to one of the f-holes.
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4099C Clip Microphone for Cello
Mounting the gooseneck
Secure the gooseneck by sliding the xation part over the grip:
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Mounting the microphone
Mount the d:vote 4099C on the cello between the bridge and the tailpiece.
Attach it on the two outer strings, let the holder curve outwards.
Adjust the gooseneck and microphone angle to your desired taste. For
the most natural sound: below the bridge, between instrument top
(belly) and strings. For the highest output: angled to one of the f-holes.
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4099D Clip Microphone for Drums
Mounting the gooseneck
Secure the gooseneck in the holder. The gooseneck securing part can
be angled 90 degrees offering maximum placement possibilities. Detach
the part from the clip and re-mount it turned 90 degrees for a horizontal
gooseneck arm.
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Mounting on instrument
The enclosed clip ts most drums and percussion instruments and can be
mounted two ways, either upwards or downwards:
Clip mounted upwards.
Upward turning clip positioning allows for mic placements across the
drum skin and will be the most typical live application choice for rock.
Point the microphone to the middle of the drum to get more low-end
richness or to the edge to get more crispy bite.
Clip mounted downwards.
Downward turning clip positioning allows for mic placements a little further away from the drum and will be a preferred choice for most invisible
placements suitable for TV productions. Sonically, this position will also
often be the choice for jazz.
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Application note, snare drum
A snare drum may benet from a two-microphone setup, one on top
and one below the drum; the upper mic will focus on the “in-your-face”
punch and the lower mic on the snare high-frequency bite from below
the drum. Shift polarity on one of them and blend them in the desired
balance.
Application note, bass drum
The VC4099 clip (optional accessory) also ts the bass drum rim. The
bass drum, too, can benet from a two-microphone setup, one on the
stroke side and one on the front side. Shift polarity on one of them and
blend them in the desired balance, controlling the “kick” sound and the
low frequency component.
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4099G Clip Microphone
for Guitar, Dobro
Adjusting the clip height
The height of the d:vote 4099G clip can easily be adjusted to t a wide variety
of stringed instruments with a body depth between 35 mm (1.4 in) and 122
mm (4.8 in). Press the lock on the side of the clip to increase height:
Place the clip in its maximum position on the instrument, and reduce the
height to t the instrument by pressing the parts rmly together.
Mounting the gooseneck
Choose the desired gooseneck height and place it in the grip. Secure the
gooseneck by sliding the xation part over the grip:
Mounting on instrument
The d:vote 4099 can be easily readjusted and moved to another instrument by using just one hand. Squeeze the two clamp knobs on the clip to
expand it, mount on the instrument, and then release.
It will now t the shape of the instrument. This will vary depending on the
required instrument and playing style.
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Application note
A recommended miking placement for the most balanced sound is
where the fretboard meets the body, typically above the 12th fret.
For optimum volume, point the microphone toward the sound hole.
A blend between your guitar’s pick-up and the d:vote 4099 condenser
microphone is often a good choice on stage. This can provide even more
gain before feedback while keeping a natural guitar tone. The optional
DAO4099 Double Cable will reduce cable clutter.
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4099P Stereo Microphone System
for Piano
Mounting the gooseneck in holders
Secure the goosenecks in the holders by sliding the xation part over
the grip:
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Placement of microphones
Place the holders in the piano frame and adjust the microphone angle
to preferred sonic taste. The microphones can be spaced apart, angled
apart, or both.
Specications specic to the d:vote
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4099P
Sensitivity selection tolerance for pair: ± 1 dB at 1 kHz.
Any d:vote 4099P microphone within this sensitivity tolerance is marked
with a white dot on the gooseneck xation part.
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4099S Clip Microphone
for Saxophones, Bass Clarinet
Mounting the gooseneck
Secure the gooseneck by sliding the xation part over the grip:
Mounting on instrument
The d:vote 4099S can be easily readjusted and moved to another instrument by using just one hand. Squeeze the two clamp knobs on the clip
to expand it, mount on the instrument, and then release. It will now t
the shape of the instrument. This will vary depending on the required
instrument and playing style.
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Application note, soprano sax
For a round and warm character, place the d:vote 4099S as far away from the
bell as possible. Place it in front of the bell for a harder sound with more bite.
Application note alto/tenor/baritone sax
To create the most balanced sound, do not point the microphone
directly into the bell, but angle it between the bell and the keys. In this
way you will obtain a nice blend from the two sound components of
the saxophone.
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4099T Clip Microphone for Brass
Mounting the gooseneck
Secure the gooseneck by sliding the xation part over the grip:
Mounting on instrument
The d:vote 4099T can be easily readjusted and moved to another
instrument by using just one hand. Squeeze the two clamp knobs on the
clip to expand it, mount on the instrument, and then release. It will now
t the shape of the instrument. This will vary depending on the required
instrument and playing style.
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Adjusting the gooseneck and microphone angle
The gooseneck can ex in all directions. Bend the gooseneck to t the
natural curves of the instrument.
Turn the microphone to the desired angle.
Application notes
For trumpet, trombone, and instruments of similar sizes: For the smoothest sound, do not point the microphone directly into the center of the
bell, but position it between the center position and the bell’s edge.
All types of mutes can be used together with the d:vote 4099.
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4099U Universal Clip Microphone
Mounting the gooseneck
Secure the gooseneck in the holder by sliding the xation part over the grip:
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The gooseneck securing part can be angled 90 degrees offering maximum placement possibilities. Detach the part from the clip and re-mount
it turned 90 degrees for a horizontal gooseneck arm.
Application note
Close-miking instruments like oboe, clarinet, soprano saxophone, and
bassoon calls for a certain care in the placement and angling of the microphone. The d:vote 4099 holds a supercardioid directionality and may
end up creating an uneven timbre.
Tip: Create as much distance as possible with the gooseneck and place
the mic head above the bell. Twist it backwards to the instrument and
point it towards the upper joint (the keys closest to the mouthpiece).
In this way the entire instrument range will be covered most naturally.
Place the hook-and-loop fastener around the instrument and insert the
end into the opening below the gooseneck. Tight rmly if necessary by
pushing the holder at the same time.
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4099V Clip Microphone for Violin
and Mandolin
Adjusting the clip height
The height of the VC4099 Violin Clip can easily be adjusted to t a wide
variety of stringed instruments with a body depth between 35 mm (1.4
in) and 55 mm (2.1 in). Press the lock on the side of the clip to increase
height.
Adjusting the gooseneck and microphone angle
The gooseneck can ex in all directions. Bend the gooseneck to t the
natural curves of the instrument.
Turn the microphone to the desired angle.
Application note
Most players prefer the d:vote 4099 to be placed on the left side of the
instrument to avoid restricting the player’s movement. Point the microphone away from the performer’s head to avoid breath noise.
For optimum volume, point the microphone toward the f-hole. Please
note that this also makes the sound character a little duller, which may
or may not suit your taste. If not, point the microphone at the bridge.
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GENERAL APPLICATION NOTES
• Always use the d:vote 4099 in its dedicated foam windscreen and shock
absorbing rubber mounts.
• When running wireless, it is recommended to use a low-cut lter at 80
Hz in the transmitter to avoid handling and moving noise. This low-cut
lter is built into the DAD4099 XLR adapter supplied with d:vote 4099G,
4099V, 4099S, and 4099T.
• The optional DMM0007 Universal Surface Mounts can be useful to
control the cable run along the instrument.
Tip: The same gooseneck microphone boom can be used with alternate
clips that are specic to each instrument.
Bear in mind the difference in mic sensitivity according to different instruments’ sound pressure levels – see page 17.
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HOLDERS
BC4099 Clip for Bass CC4099 Clip for Cello
DC4099 Clip for Drum GC4099 Guitar Clip
PC4099 Magnet Mount for Piano STC4099 Sax/Trumpet Clip
UC4099 Universal Clip VC4099 Violin Clip
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USING THE DPA ADAPTERS
All DPA d:vote 4099 cables are terminated with a MicroDot connector
at the end of the gooseneck. When used in conjunction with our range
of over 35 adapters, the MicroDot connector provides the ability to connect to virtually all available pro wireless systems.
Various wireless systems require the use of electronics inside the adapter
to optimize the signal level, the DC offset, and powering of the built-in
microphone preamplier. Using the adapters from DPA ensures the correct electronic circuit with the listed types of wireless systems (please visit
www.dpamicrophones.com/adapters).
The included XLR adapter allows the 4099 to work as a regular 48V
phantom powered microphone. The belt clip can be removed and replaced with the enclosed ring for use of the adapter directly in stage
boxes or mixing consoles: Dismount the cap of the adapter, remove the
belt clip and place the black ring instead. Remount the cap.
Do not attempt to employ non-standard adapters or connectors as you
might damage the microphone.
A connector-tightening tool is supplied with each adapter and should
be employed whenever the MicroDot connector needs to be tightened.
Utilize the tightening tool before making use of the mic to ensure the
connection is secure and that the cable cannot rotate by the cable relief.
Sensitivity and adapter overview
Mic Sensitivity XLR connection
4099B Normal – for SPLs up to 142 dB DAD6001-BC
4099C Normal – for SPLs up to 142 dB DAD6001-BC
4099D Low – for high SPLs up to 152 dB DAD6001-BC
4099G Normal – for SPLs up to 142 dB DAD4099
4099P Normal – for SPLs up to 142 dB DAD6001-BC
4099S Normal – for SPLs up to 142 dB DAD4099
4099T Low – for high SPLs up to 152 dB DAD4099
4099U Normal – for SPLs up to 142 dB DAD6001-BC
4099V Normal – for SPLs up to 142 dB DAD4099
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The DAD4099 adapter features a permanent second-order low-cut lter
at 80 Hz. The lter minimizes handling and wind noise at the microphone
output without compromising sound quality, as guitar, sax, trumpet and
violin have no appreciable frequency response below 80 Hz.
External view of the output connector of the DAD4099 and DAD6001-BC.
ACCESSORIES
CM1618B00 Miniature Cable, 1.6 mm
CM2218B00 Miniature Cable, 2.2 mm
DAO4099 Double Cable 5 m (16.4 ft)
DUA4099 Foam Windscreen for 4099
DMM0007 Universal Surface Mounts
GE4099 Gooseneck Extension, 80 mm (3.15 in) for d:vote
Ground
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Signal - phase
Signal + phase
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MICROPHONE MAINTENANCE
DPA d:vote 4099 is designed with highly resistant and protective materials in the construction so do not try to clean the microphone as it is
unnecessary.
Do not use any spray or uid containing chemicals that could remove
static electricity on or close to the microphone. This could cause permanent damage.
Should the foam windscreen need replacement, remove it from the microphone. Draw the windscreen, not the microphone, away from the
shock mount, while holding the microphone cable. Cleaning or washing
of the windscreen can be done in distilled water.
For cable cleaning; Use organic oil (e.g. olive oil) or lukewarm, distilled
water to remove residue from tape or glue.
The DPA d:vote 4099 is very resistant to humidity and sweat, but keep it
away from unnecessary exposure to water and cleaning uids (keep element dry at all times). It should not be used in direct, heavy rain.
Avoid excessive pressure on the microphone element. The microphone
will not perform to its specications if the directional tube under the
foam windscreen has been bent from its original shape.
If the directional tube becomes misshapen, it should be re-shaped as
close as possible to its original cylindrical shape.
To minimize potential cable damage, wind up excess cable in soft gure-
of-eight loops (preferably 6 – 8 cm (2.5 – 3 in) in diameter), this also
helps to reduce handling noise. Do not bend the cable or rub it harshly,
that may stress the inner cores and cause them to break over time.
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Directional characteristics
Supercardioid
Principle of operation
Pressure gradient
Cartridge type
Pre-polarized condenser
Frequency range
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Frequency range, ± 2 dB, 20 cm (7.9 in) distance
80 Hz - 15 kHz with 2 dB soft boost at 10 - 12 kHz
Second order low-cut filter at 80 Hz with DAD4099
Sensitivity, nominal ± 3 dB at 1 kHz
d:vote 4099B/4099C/4099G/4099P/4099S/4099U/4099V:
6 mV/Pa; -44 dB re. 1 V/Pa
d:vote 4099D/4099T: 2 mV/Pa; -54 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted
d:vote 4099B/4099C/4099G/4099P/4099S/4099U/4099V:
Typ. 23 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 26 dB(A))
d:vote 4099D/4099T: Typ. 28 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 31 dB(A))
S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL)
d:vote 4099B/4099C/4099G/4099P/4099S/4099U/4099V: 71 dB
d:vote 4099D/4099T: 66 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
< 1 % up to 123 dB SPL peak
< 1 % up to 120 dB SPL RMS sine
Dynamic range
d:vote 4099B/4099C/4099G/4099P/4099S/4099U/4099V: 100 dB
d:vote 4099D/4099T: 95 dB
Max. SPL, peak before clipping
d:vote 4099B/4099C/4099G/4099P/4099S/4099U/4099V: 142 dB
d:vote 4099D/4099T: 152 dB
Output impedance
From MicroDot: 30 - 40 ohm
From DAD4099/DAD6001-BC: 100 ohm
Cable drive capability
Up to 300 m (984 ft) with DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR adapter
Output balance principle
Signal balanced with DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR adapter
Common Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR)
> 60 dB from 50 Hz to 15 kHz with DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR adapter
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Power supply
Min. 5 V - max. 50 V through DPA adapter for wireless systems
48 V phantom power ±4 V with DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR adapter
Current consumption
Typ. 1.5 mA (microphone)
3.5 mA with DAD4099 or DAD6001-BC XLR adapter
Connector
MicroDot/XLR-M
Color
Black
Weight
Max 50 g (1.8 oz)
Microphone length
45 mm (1.8 in)
Cable length
1.8 m (6 ft)
Cable diameter
1.5 mm (0.06 in) or 2.8 mm (0.11 in)
Gooseneck length
140 mm (5.5 in)
Gooseneck extension length
75 mm (3 in)
Capsule diameter
5.4 mm (0.2 in)
Polar Pattern
Directional characteristics of DPA d:vote 4099 (normalized)
250 Hz
500 Hz
8 kHz
16 kHz
4 kHz
2 kHz
1 kHz
5 dB
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On-Axis Frequency Response
Measured at 20 cm (7.9 in) distance
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100 cm
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The Proximity Effect
The proximity effect exhibited by DPA d:vote 4099
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DAD4099
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On-Axis Frequency Response with DAD4099 XLR Adapter
Measured at 20 cm (7.9 in) distance
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On-Axis Frequency Response with DAD4099 XLR Adapter
Measured at 10 cm (3.9 in) distance
Service & repair
If you are not satisfied with the characteristics exhibited by this product, please go to
www.dpamicrophones.com/service for instructions.
Warranty
The d:vote
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4099 Instrument Microphone is covered by a two-year limited warranty.
CE marking
This product conforms with all relevant directives approved by the European Commission.
Product features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Head Office
DPA Microphones A/S
Gydevang 42-44
DK-3450 Alleroed, Denmark
Tel: +45 4814 2828
Fax: +45 4814 2700
info@dpamicrophones.com
www.dpamicrophones.com
US Sales Office
DPA Microphones, Inc.
1500 Kansas Avenue, Unit 3A
Longmont, CO 80501, USA
Tel: +1 303-485-1025
Fax: +1 303-485-6470
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