The Pencil Mic Is Mightier Than the Sword
OK, that might not be entirely true. However, the DPA 2012 small-diaphragm condenser microphone is one seriously mighty mic! First, its rugged and thick construction, integrated XLR connector, and cutting-edge mic holder can handle the toughest abuse from the most demanding live stage applications. Secondly, it’s got incredible SPL handling with a max of 156dB peak. Finally, it just sounds great on seemingly everything. Our Sweetwater live sound engineers praise the natural sound from its flat frequency response, excellent off-axis rejection, and sensitive transient response from snare drums, hi-hats, acoustic guitars, electric guitar cabinets, and even horns. No matter how you slice it, the DPA 2012 is a wonderful all-around general-purpose pencil mic that belongs in your weapon rack.
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DPA 2012 Small-diaphragm Condenser Microphone Features:
- All-around general cardioid small-diaphragm condenser mic for live stage applications
- Rugged and thick reinforced construction with integrated XLR connector and high-quality mic holder
- Natural sound reproduction and transient response with excellent SPL handling
- Directional pattern: cardioid
- Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz
- Effective frequency range, ±2dB, at 30 cm (11.8 inches): 40Hz–20kHz
- Sensitivity, nominal, ±2dB at 1 kHz: 8 mV/Pa; -54dB re. 1 V/Pa
- Equivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 20dB(A) re. 20 μPa (max. 22dB(A))
- Distortion, THD < 1%: 148dB SPL RMS, 151dB SPL peak
- Max. SPL, THD 10%: 156dB SPL peak
- Weight: 83g (2.9 oz.)
- Microphone diameter: 19mm (0.75 inches)
- Capsule diameter: 17mm (0.67 inches)
- Microphone length: 94mm (3.70 inches)
