{"product_id":"dpa-2012-compact-cardioid-condenser-microphone","title":"DPA 2012 Compact Cardioid Condenser Microphone","description":"\u003cp\u003eCardioid Small-diaphragm Condenser Microphone with 20Hz-20kHz Frequency Response and 156dB Maximum SPL Peak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2012 Compact Cardioid Microphone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2012 Cardioid Microphone is a robust and reliable condenser mic for close miking. It is extremely flexible and will shine on many instruments. In addition to natural sound reproduction, the mic has uniform cardioid directionality and has been designed to withstand rough use on the live stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreat close miking on any instrument on the live stage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2012 Compact Cardioid Mic is the best all-around, generalist mic that you can find to cover a wide range of close-miking needs on the live stage. It is a robust and reliable condenser mic, best for single instrument pickup. Its specifically powerful characteristics make it an extremely flexible mic that will shine on many instruments, particularly those in the high-frequency range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurable, reinforced construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2012 is constructed to withstand rough handling on a hectic live stage. It has a thicker, more robust body construction of brass that is very durable and known for its corrosion resistance and tolerance against metal fatigue. In addition to the heavy-duty materials used, the surfaces of the mic handle and grille are treated with a protective black chrome finish, which ensures more graceful ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnmatched transient response\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2012, is a professional condenser mic, making it the best choice for those instruments that produce high frequencies. It has a far better transient response than any dynamic microphone, which allows it to pick up the most delicate sound with tremendous accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniform cardioid directionality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2012 has a cardioid capsule with DPA's famously flat off-axis response. Besides a high gain-before-feedback, this characteristic makes it easier for sound engineers to handle bleed from other instruments at close proximity. The 2012 picks up off-axis sounds in a very natural and attenuated way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding SPL handling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2012 can cope with both extremely high SPLs as well as capture very delicate sounds. With a max SPL, peak before clipping of 156 dB, the 2012, works well on many different instruments and can handle the loudest drums, guitars, horns and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural and precise sound reproduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all other DPA microphones, the 2012 delivers pure, transparent sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable, reinforced construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent transient response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniform cardioid directionality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding SPL handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural and precise sound reproduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey applications:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnare drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHi-hats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectric guitar cabinets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePercussion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConga, bongos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcoustic guitar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional pattern: Cardioid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinciple of operation: Pressure gradient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge type: Pre-polarized condenser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffective frequency range, ±2 dB, at 30 cm (11.8 in): 40 Hz to 20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz: 8 mV\/Pa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquivalent noise level, A-weighted: Typ. 20 dB(A) re 20 µPa (max. 22 dB(A))\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistortion, THD \u0026lt; 1%: 148 dB SPL, 151 dB SPL peak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic range: Typ. 131 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax. 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