DPA d:vote 4099B User manual
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User’s manual
4099B
4099C
4099D
4099G
4099P
4099S
4099T
4099U
4099V
Instrument Microphones
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CONTENTS
Product description..........................................3
d:voteTM 4099B for Bass ......................................4
d:voteTM 4099C for Cello .....................................4
d:voteTM 4099D for Drums ...................................5
d:voteTM 4099G for Guitar, Dobro..............................8
d:voteTM 4099P Stereo Microphone System for Piano .............9
d:voteTM 4099S for Saxophones, Bass Clarinet...................10
d:voteTM 4099T for Brass ....................................11
d:voteTM 4099U Universal Clip Microphone ....................12
d:voteTM 4099V for Violin, Mandolin ...........................14
General application notes ...................................15
Holders...................................................16
Using the DPA adapters.....................................17
Accessories ...............................................18
Microphone maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Specications and graphs ....................................20
Service and repair ..........................................22
Warranty .................................................23
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The d:voteTM 4099 clip microphone range features a modular design with many
combinations of microphones, holders, cables and connectors.
The microphones are available in two sensitivities: normal sensitivity for most
instruments, low sensitivity for high-SPL handling of brass and drums (marked
with a dot on the cuff).
Standard gooseneck length is 140 mm (5.5 in). The
optional gooseneck extension unit adds 70 mm (2.8
in) to the length, allowing exibility in nding the
instrument's sweet spot.
The eight different holders will t the vast majority of instruments.
Detachable cables
Detachable cables make it convenient to mount the mic on an instrument
before connecting it. The choice of two different cable qualities makes it
possible to tailor your mic to the specic task; you may want to use the heavy
duty cable for PA/Live gigs, and the easier-to-hide, thinner cable for personal use
on instruments where you don’t want the cable weight to interfere with your
performance. In case of cable break, service is easy and fast.
More than 35 different adapters are available to make the d:vote 4099 t
various professional wireless systems.
Extending the gooseneck
The gooseneck length can be altered by the optional extension unit,
helping with demanding positioning situations such as trombones with mutes.
Connect the male MicroDot at the end of the microphone gooseneck to
the female MicroDot at the extension using nger torque or employing the
supplied connector-tightening tool for higher security.
Mounting the gooseneck
Each holder has a grip designed to x the microphone gooseneck.
Furthermore, a xation lock slides over the grip to secure it. See description for
each instrument solution on the following pages.
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d:voteTM 4099B Clip Microphone for Bass
Mounting the gooseneck
Secure the gooseneck by sliding the xation part over the grip:
Mounting the microphone
Mount the d:vote 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 instrument top
(belly) and strings. For the highest output: angled to one of the f-holes.
d:voteTM 4099C Clip Microphone for Cello
Mounting the gooseneck
Secure the gooseneck by sliding the xation part over the grip:
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Mounting the microphone
Mount the d:vote 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: angled to one of the f-holes.
d:voteTM 4099D Clip Microphone for Drums
Mounting the gooseneck
Secure the gooseneck in the holder. The gooseneck securing part can
be angled 90 degrees offering 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 ts 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 application 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 fur-
ther away from the drum and will be a preferred choice for most invisible
placements suitable for TV productions. Sonically, this position will also
often be the choice for jazz.
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Application note, snare drum
A snare drum may benet 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 the desired
balance.
Application note, bass drum
The VC4099 clip (optional accessory) also ts the bass drum rim. The
bass drum, too, can benet 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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d:voteTM 4099G Clip Microphone
for Guitar, Dobro
Adjusting the clip height
The height of the d:vote 4099G clip can easily be adjusted to t 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 t the instrument by pressing the parts rmly together.
Mounting the gooseneck
Choose the desired gooseneck height and place it in the grip. Secure the
gooseneck by sliding the xation part over the grip:
Mounting on instrument
The d:vote 4099 can be easily readjusted and moved to another instru-
ment 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 t the shape of the instrument. This will vary depending on the
required instrument and playing style.
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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 d:vote 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 optional
DAO4099 Double Cable will reduce cable clutter.
d:voteTM 4099P Stereo Microphone System
for Piano
Mounting the gooseneck in holders
Secure the goosenecks in the holders by sliding the xation 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.
Specications specic to the d:voteTM 4099P
Sensitivity selection tolerance for pair: ± 1 dB at 1 kHz.
Any d:vote 4099P microphone within this sensitivity tolerance is marked
with a white dot on the gooseneck xation part.
d:voteTM 4099S Clip Microphone
for Saxophones, Bass Clarinet
Mounting the gooseneck
Secure the gooseneck by sliding the xation part over the grip:
Mounting on instrument
The d:vote 4099S can be easily readjusted and moved to another instru-
ment 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 t
the shape of the instrument. This will vary depending on the required
instrument and playing style.
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