DPA d:vote 4099B User manual

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USER’S MANUAL
4099 Clip Microphones
DPA 4099B
DPA 4099C
DPA 4099D
DPA 4099G
DPA 4099P
DPA 4099S
DPA 4099T
DPA 4099U
DPA 4099V

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CONTENTS
Product description ................................3
4099B for Bass and more ...........................3
4099C for Cello and more ..........................4
4099D for Drums .................................5
4099G for Guitar, Dobro, and more ...................8
4099P Stereo Microphone System for Piano and more ....9
4099S for Saxophones, Bass Clarinet, and more .........10
4099T for Brass ..................................11
4099U Universal Clip Microphone ....................12
4099V for Violin, Mandolin, and more ................14
Application notes .................................15
Using the DPA adapters ............................17
Microphone maintenance ..........................19
Specifications and graphs ...........................20
Service and repair ................................22
Warranty ........................................23

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The DPA 4099 instrument clip microphone is lightweight,
flexible and simple to mount, making it the perfect match for
your instrument.
It carries a superb natural sound quality and maximum off-axis
rejection to achieve excellent gain-before-feedback characteristics
for live sound reinforcement.
This is the ultimate miking solution for your live instrument ap-
plications.
Two different microphone sensitivities are available:
• Normal sensitivity for bass, cello, guitar, piano, saxophone,
violin, and universal use (marked with a black cable relief at the
connector end).
• Extra low sensitivity with ultra high sound pressure capability
for brass and drums (marked with a white cable relief at the
connector end).
4099B Clip Microphone for Bass and more
Mounting the gooseneck
Secure the gooseneck by sliding the fixation part over the grip:

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Mounting the microphone
Mount the 4099B on the bass by attaching it on the two outer
strings between the bridge and the tailpiece.
Let the holder curve inwards.
Adjust the gooseneck and microphone angle to your desired
taste.
For the most natural sound: Below the bridge, between instru-
ment top (belly) and strings. For the highest output: angled to
one of the f-holes.
4099C Clip Microphone for Cello and more
Mounting the gooseneck
Secure the gooseneck by sliding the fixation part over the grip:

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Mounting the microphone
Mount the 4099C on the cello between the bridge and the
tailpiece. Attach it on the two outer strings, let the holder curve
outwards.
Adjust the gooseneck and microphone angle to your desired
taste. For the most natural sound: Below the bridge, between
instrument top (belly) and strings. For the highest output: an-
gled to one of the f-holes.
4099D Clip Microphone for Drums
Mounting the gooseneck
Secure the gooseneck in the holder.
The gooseneck securing part can be angled 90 degrees of-
fering maximum placement possibilities. Detach the part from
the clip and re-mount it turned 90 degrees for a horizontal
gooseneck arm.

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Mounting on instrument
The enclosed clip fits most drums and percussion instruments
and can be mounted two ways, either upwards or downwards:
Clip mounted upwards.
Upward turning clip positioning allows for mic placements
across the drum skin and will be the most typical live applica-
tion choice for rock. Point the microphone to the middle of
the drum to get more low-end richness or to the edge to get
more crispy bite.
Clip mounted downwards.
Downward turning clip positioning allows for mic placements a
little further away from the drum and will be a preferred choice
for most invisible placements suitable for TV productions. Soni-
cally, this position will also often be the choice for jazz.

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Application note, Snare Drum
A snare drum may benefit from a two-microphone setup, one
on top and one below the drum; the upper mic will focus on
the “in-your-face” punch and the lower mic on the snare high-
frequency bite from below the drum. Shift polarity on one of
them and blend them in desired balance.
Application note, Bass Drum
The VC4099 clip (optional accessory) also fits the bass drum
rim. The bass drum, too, can benefit from a two-microphone
setup, one on the stroke side and one on the front side. Shift
polarity on one of them and blend them in the desired balance,
controlling the “kick” sound and the low frequency component.

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4099G Clip Microphone
for Guitar, Dobro, and more
Adjusting the clip height
The height of the 4099G clip can easily be adjusted to fit a wide
variety of stringed instruments with a body depth between 35
mm (1.4 in) and 122 mm (4.8 in).. Press the lock on the side of
the clip to increase height:
Place the clip in its maximum position on the instrument, and
reduce the height to fit the instrument, by pressing the parts
firmly together.
Mounting the gooseneck
Choose the desired gooseneck height and place it in the grip.
Secure the gooseneck by sliding the fixation part over the grip:
Mounting on instrument
The 4099 can be easily readjusted and moved to different
instruments by using just one hand. Squeeze the two clamp
knobs on the clip to expand it, mount on the instrument, and
then release.

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It will now fit the shape of the instrument. This will vary depend-
ing on the required instrument and playing style.
Application note
A recommended miking placement for the most balanced
sound is where the fretboard meets the body, typically above
the 12th fret.
For optimum volume, point the microphone toward the sound
hole. A blend between your guitar’s pick-up and the 4099
condenser microphone is often a good choice on stage. This
can provide even more gain before feedback while keeping a
natural guitar tone. The DAO4099 Double Cable will reduce
cable clutter.
4099P Stereo Microphone System
for Piano and more
Mounting the gooseneck in holders
Secure the goosenecks in the holders by sliding the fixation
part over the grip:

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Placement of microphones
Place the holders in the piano frame and adjust the microphone
angle to preferred sonic taste. The microphones can be spaced
apart, angled apart, or both.
Specifications specific to the 4099P
Sensitivity selection tolerance for pair: ± 1 dB at 1 kHz.
Any 4099 microphone within this sensitivity tolerance is marked
with a white dot on the gooseneck fixation part.
4099S Clip Microphone
for Saxophones, Bass Clarinet, and more
Mounting the gooseneck
Secure the gooseneck by sliding the fixation part over the grip:
Mounting on instrument
The 4099S can be easily readjusted and moved to different
instruments by using just one hand. Squeeze the two clamp
knobs on the clip to expand it, mount on the instrument, and
then release. It will now fit the shape of the instrument. This will
vary depending on the required instrument and playing style.