DPA 4071 CORE+ Lavalier Mic
Best professional lavalier for clear speech in film and theater.
This is the gold standard for film and theater pros who need dialogue that cuts through the mix without sounding artificial. You sacrifice the flexibility of a modular system for a rugged, set-and-forget design that delivers perfect, distortion-free speech every single time.
$740.00
at
Markertek
Who it's for
- Audio engineers prioritizing pristine, distortion-free vocal capture
- Production crews hiding microphones under heavy wardrobe layers
- Theater performers and outdoor videographers working in harsh conditions
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious creators seeking entry-level broadcast equipment
- Field recordists operating in noisy or uncontrolled acoustic environments
- Engineers requiring a flat, neutral frequency response for visible setups
Performance breakdown
Speech Intelligibility
Presence boost ensures dialogue cuts through complex mixes with absolute clarity.
Dynamic Range
CORE+ technology maintains pristine audio even during high-pressure sound spikes.
Concealment Capability
Diminutive form factor allows for effortless hiding under wardrobe and costumes.
Build Durability
Rugged construction withstands the daily rigors of professional film and theater.
Wireless Versatility
MicroLock system provides seamless, secure integration with diverse transmitter brands.
SPL Handling
Handles 144 dB peaks without introducing unwanted distortion or clipping.
Key Specs
Directional Pattern
Omnidirectional
Frequency Response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Effective Frequency Range
100 Hz - 15 kHz with typ. 5 dB soft boost at 4 - 6 kHz
Max. SPL
144 dB SPL peak (THD 10%)
Sensitivity
6 mV/Pa; -44 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Impedance
30 - 40 Ω (From MicroDot)
Connector
MicroLock (with MicroDot compatibility)
Weight
7.5 g
Microphone Diameter
8.9 mm
Mounting Type
Clip-on
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