DPA d:dicate™ 2006A Twin Diaphragm Omni Mic DPA

2006A TWIN DIAPHRAGM OMNIDIRECTIONAL MICROPHONE

The d:dicate™ 2006A Twin Diaphragm Omnidirectional Microphone features our linear omnidirectional MMC2006 mic capsule on our MMP-A pre-amp. The distinctive sound is well balanced.
This condenser mic bridges the gap between the extreme sound quality of the d:dicate™ Microphones series and our well-known Miniature Microphones in the d:screet™ and d:fine™ series.
 
The microphone capsule

Inside this capsule, two opposite-facing miniature capsules are custom rebuilt. They are placed into a double-diaphragm, one-capsule composition. This combines the advantages of small capsules with the lower inherent noise achieved from a larger diaphragm area. These capsules provide fast impulse response and large frequency bandwidth.

The capsules are loaded to the supreme d:dicate™ Microphone series preamplifiers instead of the tiny miniature FET ones. This gives the sound more air and precision.

Comparisons with its big brother, the iconic MMC4006 capsule, are inevitable. The relationship between the two can be clearly heard. The MMC2000 series performs as well as more exclusive microphones. It is a premium-class mic capsule and redefines the term value for money.
 
A truly flexible range

The d:dicate™ 2006A Twin Diaphragm Omni Microphone is part of the flexible d:dicate™ Microphone series. It combines the MMC2006 Twin Diaphragm Cardioid Capsule, with the MMP-A preamplifier. This combination is for the true audiophile. It offers low distortion and totally accurate and faithful sound.

Another option, the d:dicate™ 2006C Twin Diaphragm Cardioid Microphone, Compact offers a subtle character alteration with a bit more “body” to the low end than the d:dicate™ 2006A Twin Diaphragm Cardioid Microphone.

At any time, and with no tools needed, it is possible to transform the d:dicate™ 2006A Twin Diaphragm Cardioid Microphone into a new configuration. You can combine it with another d:dicate™ or d:facto™ Microphone Capsule or Preamplifier.

The d:dicate™ 2006A Twin Diaphragm Cardioid Microphone is available as a sensitivity-selected stereo pair, ST2006A.

Features

The product offers the following features
Acoustic authenticity
Linear in a large frequency bandwidth
Twin-Diaphragm-Capsule technology
Modular flexibility

Specifications
d:dicate™ Recording Microphones 2006A TWIN DIAPHRAGM OMNIDIRECTIONAL MICROPHONE

Directional patternOmnidirectional
Principle of operationPressure
Cartridge typePre-polarized condenser, Twin Diaphragm Capsule
Frequency range20 Hz – 20 kHz
Frequency range, ±2 dB50 Hz – 20 kHz with typ. 3 dB soft boost at 14 kHz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz40 mV/Pa; -28 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, A-weightedTyp. 16 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 18 dB(A))
Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4Typ. 28 dB (max. 30 dB)
S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL)Typ. 78 dB(A)
Total harmonic distortion (THD)< 1% up to 130 dB SPL peak
Dynamic rangeTyp. 114 dB
Max. SPL, peak before clipping146 dB
Switchable attenuator, filters etc.0 dB / -20 dB
Output impedance 200 Ω
Minimum load impedance2 kΩ
Cable drive capability100 m (328 ft)
Output balance principleImpedance balancing with Active Drive
Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR)> 60 dB
Power supply (for full performance)48 V Phantom power (± 4 V)
Current consumption2.8 mA
ConnectorXLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: – phase
ColorMatte black
Weight160 g (5.6 oz)
Microphone diameter19 mm (0.75 in)
Microphone length164 mm (6.5 in)
Maximum output voltage, RMS8 V
Polarity+V at pin 2 for positive sound pressure
Temperature range-40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
Relative humidity (RH)Up to 90%