DPA | 4080 CORE+ Micro cardio miniature

Professional Miniature Cardioid Lavalier Microphone

Technical specifications

Technology : Miniature pre-polarized condenser lavalier microphone with pressure-gradient cardioid capsule

Type : Condenser microphone

Polar pattern : Cardioid

Frequency response : 20 Hz - 20000 Hz

Frequency response (±2 dB at 25 cm) : 250 Hz - 17000 Hz with approximately +4 dB presence boost between 4-6 kHz and approximately -5 dB attenuation at 100 Hz

Sensitivity : -34 dBV/Pa (20 mV)

Signal-to-Noise ratio : 71 dB(A)

Maximum SPL : 134 dB SPL peak

Total Harmonic Distortion : < 1% up to 123 dB SPL peak and < 1% up to 120 dB SPL RMS

Dynamic range : 100.5 dB typical

Available connectors : MicroLock, MicroDot, 3-pin LEMO, TA4F Mini-XLR, locking mini-jack and dedicated adapters for various wireless systems

Cable length : 1.2 m

Dimensions L x Dia. : 30.0 x 5.7 mm

Weight : 15 g (including cable)

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Alternatives

Professional Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone

Frequently asked questions

The DPA 4080 CORE+ is a miniature cardioid lavalier microphone designed for environments where speech must be isolated from surrounding noise. Thanks to its cardioid polar pattern and voice-optimized frequency response, it delivers exceptional speech intelligibility while minimizing room ambience, loudspeaker spill and background noise. It is widely used for conferences, television, theatre and corporate events.

Unlike omnidirectional microphones that capture sound from every direction, the DPA 4080 CORE+ uses a pressure-gradient cardioid capsule to naturally reject sound arriving from the sides and rear. This significantly improves vocal clarity in noisy or reverberant environments, making it an excellent choice for stages, conference rooms and broadcast productions.

The DPA 4080 CORE+ is ideal for conferences, conventions, institutional events, television productions, live streaming, houses of worship and stage performances. Its miniature design and integrated shock-mounted clip ensure discreet placement while minimizing handling and clothing noise.

The DPA 4080 CORE+ is available with multiple connector options including MicroLock, LEMO, TA4F, locking mini-jack and others, making it compatible with most professional wireless systems from manufacturers such as Sennheiser, Shure, Wisycom and Lectrosonics. Thanks to DPA's modular adapter system, the same microphone can easily be reused when changing wireless platforms.