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DPA 4006
Also known as B [and] K, this is the original model known for measurement and testing applications with a very flat and uncolored frequency response. Music engineers liked this concept and the demand became overwhelming for B&K to keep up. So the design was given to DPA who now designs new models as well as keep up original B&Ks.
These microphones used to be big in classical, but have now spread to many other applications. I use them on many things, and they are almost always in my mic bag when I go to a gig. Some of my favorite recordings involved these microphones, and are high on my list of favorites…. Maybe that’s why I now own a pair!
With this mode there are three types of tops…
* The White tip is for a flat frequency response when things are directly in front of it.
* The Black tip is for a flat frequency response when things are not in front, and gives a slight high end boost to things that ARE directly in front.
* The Cone is for a completely even sound everywhere. However some very high end is reduced, and there still is a “hot spot” directly in front when objects are close.
* The Ball is for more directionality. It’s an add-on in addition to one fo the above tips.
