DPA 2012 Condenser Microphone
Best professional microphone for pristine live and studio audio capture.
This is the workhorse you want when the stage gets chaotic. It handles extreme volume without breaking a sweat, delivering studio-grade clarity that cuts through the loudest mixes. You sacrifice the warmth of a vintage ribbon mic for absolute precision and bulletproof reliability.
$895.00
at
Vintage King
Who it's for
- Professional audio engineers and discerning musicians seeking pristine recordings.
- Live sound technicians and field recordists needing resilient, portable equipment.
- Studio producers and recording artists capturing various acoustic sources.
Who should skip it
- Mobile recordists and home users lacking dedicated phantom power supplies.
- Novice users and those recording in acoustically untreated spaces.
- Budget-conscious hobbyists and small project studios with limited resources.
Performance breakdown
SPL Handling
Handles 156 dB without distortion, perfect for the loudest stage sources.
Transient Response
Captures lightning-fast attacks with studio-grade precision and clarity.
Build Durability
Reinforced brass construction withstands the rigors of constant touring life.
Isolation Performance
Uniform cardioid pattern effectively rejects unwanted bleed from surrounding instruments.
Frequency Accuracy
Delivers a natural, uncolored sound across the entire audible spectrum.
Form Factor
Compact design allows for easy placement in tight, crowded miking setups.
Key Specs
Frequency Response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Max SPL
156 dB
Sensitivity
8 mV/Pa (-54 dBV) ±2 dB
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Transducer Type
Condenser
Connectivity Type
XLR
Intended Use
Instruments
Form Factor
Studio Condenser
Build Material
Brass
Weight
0.1 lb
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