4011-TL Cardioid Microphone | The 3511 Stereo Kit | A Matched Pair In Heaven

The 4011-TL cardioid microphone is an upgraded version of the classic DPA 4011 renowned in recording studios all over the world as an exceptional mic. State-of-the-art components have been carefully selected to provide optimal neutrality, accuracy and extremely low distortion. The first order cardioid pick-up pattern gives superb separation between sound sources while spot-miking on every kind of live music. The mic is equally suitable for close-up work on acoustic guitar, grand piano, overheads, percussion, wind instruments and vocals.  It can handle incredibly high sound levels and even includes a 20 dB pad switch to attenuate the output of the microphone.  A flat on axis frequency response and excellent phase response deliver a totally faithful reproduction of the original sound.  The off-axis response is similarly smooth so that any leakage is an accurate reflection of the original, though attenuated according to the true first-order cardioid pick-up.

The 3511 is a complete stereo kit for a broad range of recording applications using two 4011-TL Cardioid Microphones, carefully matched within ±1 dB on frequency response, sensitivity, and self-noise.  These cardioids are exceptionally linear in their frequency response – also off axis, giving you the natural experience.

Several standard set-ups such as ORTF and XY are possible.

Often used for piano recordings of jazz or pop with a placement closer to the hammers or as overheads for drums.

The kit includes microphones, a carrying case, two windscreens, two very effective shock mounts, a precision-crafted stereo boom for secure mounting of microphone pairs for A-B stereo recordings, and a spacer to allow XY or ORTF stereo set-ups on the boom.

Directional characteristics:
Cardioid
Principle of operation:
Pressure gradient
Cartridge type:
19 mm (0.75 in) pre-polarised condenser
Frequency range, ± 2 dB:
40 Hz – 20 kHz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB:
10 mV/Pa; -40 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level A-weighted:
Typ. 19 dB(A) re. 20 μPa (max. 20 dB(A))
Equiv. noise level ITU-R BS.468-4:
Typ. 25 dB (correct with the attenuator in 0 dB
or -20 dB setting)
S/N ratio, re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL):
75 dB(A)
Total harmonic distortion (THD):
<0.5% up to 110 dB SPL peak, <1% up to 116
dB SPL peak
Dynamic range:
Typ. 97 dB
Max. SPL, peak before clipping:
158 dB
Attenuators, filters etc.:
0 dB, -20 dB
Output impedance:
<200 Ohm
Cable drive capability:
Up to 100 m (328 ft)
Power supply:
48 V Phantom power
Power consumption:
2.60 mA
Connector:
3-pin XLR-M (Standard P48)
Weight:
165 g (5.82 oz)
Capsule diameter:
19 mm (0.75)
Length:
175 mm (6.89 in)