DPA 5100
DPA 5100 Mobile Surround Microphone is a self-contained, plug-and-play 5.1 surround capture microphone designed for sports events, documentaries, and HDTV production. The unit houses five miniature omnidirectional pressure transducers positioned in a single integrated head for capturing L, C, R, LS, and RS channels.
Specifications
Capsule and Pickup
| Transducer type | 5 miniature pressure (omnidirectional) transducers |
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| Pickup pattern | Omnidirectional, 5 channels (L, C, R, LS, RS) |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz to 20 kHz (L, C, R, LS, RS) |
| Format | 5.1 surround |
Electrical and Output
| Power supply | 48 V phantom power |
|---|---|
| Output connector | Multi-pin Lemo connector with discrete 5.1 analog output |
Physical
| Dimensions | W 240 mm x H 140 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | Approx. 17.6 oz |
| Mounting | 3/8-inch thread |
Fit and constraints
Intended use
Constraints
To use it
Questions
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Description
The DPA 5100 is a five-channel surround microphone designed for 5.1 ambient recording and live-production monitoring. DPA describes five built-in pressure microphones arranged to ITU surround standards, allowing capture of low frequencies at distance without proximity effect. It is used for arena ambience, broadcast, rehearsal communication, and immersive in-ear applications.