DPA 4080 Lavalier Microphone

The cardioid pattern is directional, meaning it focuses on the sound directly in front of the capsule while rejecting noise from the sides and rear. This makes it a superior choice for noisy environments, live stages, or conferences where you need to isolate the speaker's voice from background ambient sound.

The Microdot connector is a modular system that allows you to attach the microphone to almost any wireless transmitter, provided you have the correct adapter. You will need to purchase a specific adapter for your brand of bodypack, such as Shure, Sennheiser, or Lectrosonics.

While it is compact and discreet, the cardioid pattern requires the microphone to be pointed toward the sound source to work effectively. If you bury it deep under heavy fabric, you may experience muffled audio or inconsistent pickup, so it is best used in visible or semi-exposed positions.

Yes, as a condenser microphone, it requires a power source to operate. When used with a wireless bodypack, the transmitter typically provides the necessary bias voltage, but if you are plugging it into a wired XLR input, you will need a DPA adapter that converts the connection and handles the phantom power.

The microphone includes a dedicated foam windscreen designed to minimize wind noise and plosives. For outdoor use or high-wind environments, you may want to add a fur windjammer for additional protection.