DPA 2015 Compact Wide Cardioid Mic

Compact condenser microphone wide cardioid capsule

• Wide cardioid capsule for wide, natural pickup
• Designed for overheads on drums and instrument groups
• Reinforced brass body with anti-corrosion finish
• Precise and transparent sound reproduction
• Compact design for discreet placement on stage

DPA 2015: wide, natural and compact stereo pickup

The DPA 2015 is a compact condenser microphone with a wide cardioid capsule designed to capture the spacious, natural sound of drums, wind ensembles or percussion instruments. Ideal for live applications, it provides excellent performance even in complex environments.

Reinforced construction for intensive use on stage

With a thick brass body with an anti-corrosion black finish, the DPA 2015 resists impact, metal fatigue, and touring wear and tear. A rugged and durable solution for professional use.

Wide and uniform cardioid directivity

Off-axis response is linear and natural, perfect for reducing unwanted bleed and maintaining a balanced sound. The wide pickup angle allows the microphone to be placed closer to sources, resulting in a strong, clean signal.

Key applications of the DPA 2015

Designed to shine in stereo configuration, it is ideal as an overhead on drums, sounds for wide acoustic instruments such as vibraphone, xylophone, marimba, woodwinds or grand piano. Compact design ensures minimal stage intrusion.

Technical Specifications.

• Polar pattern: Wide cardioid
• Operating principle: Pressure gradient
• Capsule: Pre-polarized condenser
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Effective range: 40 Hz - 18 kHz (±2 dB at 30 cm)
• Sensitivity: 12 mV/Pa
• Equivalent noise (A-weighted): Typ. 18 dB(A)
• Dynamic range: Typ. 132 dB
• Max SPL (10% THD): 153 dB SPL peak
• Output impedance: 60 Ω
• Power supply: Phantom P48, consumption 0.7 mA
• Connector: XLR-3M
• Weight: 83 g
• Dimensions: 19 mm × 94 mm
• Color: Black