DPA 4099-D
Best premium clip on microphone for professional touring drum kits.
This is a high-performance instrument microphone built to handle the extreme volume of drums without distortion. Its precise gooseneck design and superior off-axis rejection make it a reliable, studio-grade tool for capturing natural, punchy sound in live settings.
$760.00
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Front End Audio
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Who it's for
- Professional drummers and sound engineers seeking studio-quality live audio
- Touring musicians needing reliable and discreet instrument mounting solutions
- Live performers playing high-volume stages or dynamic percussion sets
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious hobbyists or home studio owners on a strict limit
- Stage hands and musicians working in rough or chaotic environments
- Users preferring simple, direct plug-and-play connectivity without extra hardware
Performance breakdown
SPL Handling
Handles aggressive drum transients without a hint of clipping or distortion.
Isolation Performance
Supercardioid pattern effectively silences bleed from nearby cymbals and stage noise.
Placement Precision
The G-MOUNT gooseneck makes dialing in the perfect mic angle effortless.
Sonic Clarity
CORE+ technology delivers an open, natural sound that requires minimal EQ.
Durability
IP58 certification ensures it survives the rigors of touring and spills.
Mounting Stability
The specialized clip stays locked firmly in place during heavy playing.
Key Specs
Transducer Type
Pre-polarized condenser
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Frequency Response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Max SPL
152 dB
Sensitivity
-44 dB re 1 V/Pa
Power Requirements
48 V phantom power
Form Factor
Gooseneck
Mounting Type
Clip-on
Connectivity
XLR
Included Accessories
Drum Mount Clip
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