One mic allows you to capture true sound and produce an unforgettable show. Effortlessly. The 2028 Vocal Microphone is designed for the unique challenges of live stage performances. It is a flexible handheld vocal mic, which provides transparent, fantastic vocals to performers from a wide range of markets including live, HoW, broadcast, etc. Use it wired or together with your favorite wireless system, either way, just plug it in and hear the vocals shine like never before.
The 2028 sports a supercardioid capsule with the famously flat DPA off-axis response. This gives the microphone a very high gain-before-feedback and at the same time makes it so much easier for sound engineers to handle bleed from other instruments at close proximity. The 2028 picks up these off-axis sounds in the most natural way.
We have designed a brand new capsule for the 2028, which is an integral part of the mic. It is fixed in its position on top of the shock mount and can’t be dismounted. The newly-designed shock mount and pop filter have been developed specifically for the 2028.
On a live stage, the 2028 will deliver the same open and transparent sound that other DPA microphones deliver. In fact, it needs no (or very little) EQ to sound just like you are standing next to the singer listening to their performance. This allows the singer to use their voice just as if no mic was present, which puts less strain on them. In addition, it allows sound engineers to spend their time shaping the sound experience rather than covering up due to artifacts. This amazing transparency is unique for DPA vocal mics.
The 2028 is available in three versions
- Wired XLR type with handle
- Wireless adapter for Shure (SL1 adapter, which also suits Sony and Lectrosonics)
- Wireless adapter for Sennheiser (SE2 adapter, series 2000, 6000, 9000)
DPA Microphones 2028 Supercardioid Vocal Mic, Black
Directional pattern
Supercardioid
Principle of operation
Pressure gradient
Cartridge type
Pre-polarized condenser
Effective frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Frequency range, ±2 dB, at 12 cm (4.7 in)
100 Hz - 16 kHz. Permanent 3rd order low-cut filter at 80 Hz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±3 dB at 1 kHz
5 mV/Pa; -46 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted
Typ. 22 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 23 dB(A))
Distortion, THD < 1%
136 dB SPL RMS, 139 dB SPL peak
Dynamic range
Typ. 117 dB
Max. SPL, THD 10%
160 dB SPL peak
Rated output impedance
150 Ω
Minimum load impedance
1 kΩ
Cable drive capability
100 m (328 ft)
Output balance principle
Impedance balancing with Active Drive
Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR)
> 50 dB at 1 kHz
Power supply (for full performance)
48 V Phantom power (±4 V)
Current consumption
Max 2.5 mA
Connector
XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase
Weight
286 g (10.1 oz)
Diameter
48 mm (1.9 in)
Capsule diameter
19 mm (0.75 in)
Microphone length
188 mm (7.4 in)
Maximum output voltage, RMS
9 Vrms; 19 dBV; 28 dBu
Polarity
+V at pin 2 for positive sound pressure
2-Year warranty by serial number. Does not cover wear and tear by analysis of DPA Microphones A/S. Two-way shipping to be borned by buyer unless product is found to be defective by manufacturing defects.
