DPA 4288 CORE+ Headset Mic
Best professional headset for clear, reliable vocal performances and spoken word.
This headset delivers studio-grade vocal clarity in a package so discreet you’ll forget you’re wearing it. While the single-ear design requires a bit more care to stabilize than a dual-ear frame, the trade-off for its near-invisible profile and exceptional audio fidelity is well worth it for professional performers.
$1160.00
at
Markertek
Who it's for
- Broadcast professionals needing pristine, uncolored vocal reproduction
- Live sound engineers managing high-volume stage environments
- Performers requiring long-term comfort during extended stage productions
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious individuals or small organizations with limited funding
- Users seeking a plug-and-play solution without additional adapter costs
- Technicians needing rapid, low-maintenance setup during fast-paced events
Performance breakdown
Audio Fidelity
CORE+ technology delivers studio-grade clarity across the entire dynamic range.
Environmental Durability
IP58 rating ensures reliable performance in humid or challenging stage conditions.
Ergonomic Comfort
Lightweight frame remains comfortable during extended broadcast or performance sessions.
System Versatility
Modular adapter system integrates seamlessly with virtually any professional wireless setup.
Visual Discretion
Minimalist boom design keeps the focus on the performer, not gear.
SPL Handling
High threshold prevents distortion even during intense vocal delivery.
Key Specs
Directional Pattern
Cardioid
Frequency Response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
147 dB SPL peak (THD 10%)
Sensitivity
6 mV/Pa; -44 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Microphone Diameter
5.4 mm
Microphone Length
12.7 mm
Physical Weight
10 g
IP Rating
IP58 Rated
Connector
TA4F Mini-XLR
Impedance
30 - 40 Ω (From MicroLock) or 100 Ω (From DAD9001)
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