DPA d:dicate 2006A Twin Diaphragm Omni-Directional Condenser Microphone Overview:

The d:dicate 2006A Twin Diaphragm Omnidirectional Microphone features our linear omnidirectional MMC2006 mic capsule on our MMP-A pre-amp. The distinctive sound is well balanced.

This condenser mic bridges the gap between the extreme sound quality of the d:dicate Microphones series and our well-known Miniature Microphones in the d:screet and d:fine series.

The microphone capsule
Inside this capsule, two opposite-facing miniature capsules are custom rebuilt. They are placed into a double-diaphragm, one-capsule composition. This combines the advantages of small capsules with the lower inherent noise achieved from a larger diaphragm area. These capsules provide fast impulse response and large frequency bandwidth.

The capsules are loaded to the supreme d:dicate Microphone series preamplifiers instead of the tiny miniature FET ones. This gives the sound more air and precision.

Comparisons with its big brother, the iconic MMC4006 capsule, are inevitable. The relationship between the two can be clearly heard. The MMC2000 series performs as well as more exclusive microphones. It is a premium-class mic capsule and redefines the term value for money.

A truly flexible range
The d:dicate 2006A Twin Diaphragm Omni Microphone is part of the flexible d:dicate Microphone series. It combines the MMC2006 Twin Diaphragm Omnidirectional Capsule, with the MMP-A preamplifier. This combination is for the true audiophile. It offers low distortion and totally accurate and faithful sound.

At any time, and with no tools needed, it is possible to transform the d:dicate 2006A Twin Diaphragm Omnidirectional Microphone into a new configuration. You can combine it with another d:dicate or d:facto Microphone Capsule or Preamplifier.

Features:

• Acoustic authenticity
• Linear in a large frequency bandwidth
• Twin-Diaphragm-Capsule technology
• Modular flexibility

Specifications:

• Directional pattern: Omnidirectional
• Principle of operation: Pressure
• Cartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser, Twin Diaphragm Capsule
• Frequency range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Frequency range, 2 dB: 50 Hz – 20 kHz with typ. 3 dB soft boost at 14 kHz
• Sensitivity, nominal, 2 dB at 1 kHz: 40 mV/Pa; -28 dB re. 1 V/Pa
• Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 16 dB(A) re. 20 Pa (max. 18 dB(A))
• Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4: Typ. 28 dB (max. 30 dB)
• S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL): Typ. 78 dB(A)
• Total harmonic distortion (THD): < 1% up to 130 dB SPL peak
• Dynamic range: Typ. 114 dB
• Max. SPL, peak before clipping: 146 dB
• Switchable attenuator, filters etc.: 0 dB / -20 dB
• Output impedance: 200
• Minimum load impedance: 2 k
• 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): 48 V Phantom power ( 4 V)
• Current consumption: 2.8 mA
• Connector: XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: – phase
• Color: Matte black
• Weight: 160 g (5.6 oz)
• Microphone diameter: 19 mm (0.75 in)
• Microphone length: 164 mm (6.5 in)
• Maximum output voltage, RMS: 8 V
• Polarity: +V at pin 2 for positive sound pressure
• Temperature range: -40C to 45C (-40F to 113F)
• Relative humidity (RH): Up to 90%