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DPA 4288 CORE+ Cardioid Flex Headset Microphone With Boom And MicroLock Connector (Beige)

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DPA 4288 CORE+ Cardioid Flex Headset Microphone With Boom And MicroLock Connector (Beige)The beige 4288 CORE+ Cardioid Flex Headset Microphone from DPA combines the sound of the 4088 cardioid mic capsule and CORE+ amplifier with a discreet and flexible dual ear headset. It can be used when talent needs a secure yet hands free solution, and its lightweight, comfortable design means the person wearing the microphone will barely notice its presence, making it well suited to conference, speech, broadcast, and live performance applications.

The beige 4288 CORE+ Cardioid Flex Headset Microphone from DPA combines the sound of the 4088 cardioid mic capsule and CORE+ amplifier with a discreet and flexible dual-ear headset. It can be used when talent needs a secure yet hands-free solution, and its lightweight, comfortable design means the person wearing the microphone will barely notice its presence, making it well suited to conference, speech, broadcast, and live-performance applications.

The ergonomic 4288 easily adjusts to fit any ear size and head shape, while at the same time, it mounts securely and is hardly visible. By rotating the boom and adjustable earhooks, the microphone can be used on either the left or the right side. The modular design allows the connector cable to split from the microphone boom, making it easy to swap out broken cables and/or wireless connectors quickly and easily without having to replace the entire microphone. This configuration features an interchangeable 120mm boom, the standard size for most users.

Modular System Featuring MicroLock Connector Secure, Dependable, and Adaptable

Built to withstand the rigors of long-term everyday use, DPA's MicroLock system features an easy-to-use, secure, and wear-resistant locking connector specially engineered to minimize accidental disconnection and ensure reliable performance. The compact design is well suited to situations where space is limited and a visually discreet solution is preferred.

The 4288 will work with a wide variety of wireless transmitters via separately available adapters. Simply choose the MicroLock adapter with the appropriate connector for your bodypack transmitter and you're good to go.

MicroLock is fully backwards compatible with the MicroDot connection; MicroLock parts can be assembled with MicroDot parts and function as if they were of the MicroDot type. Please note that the locking function is only available if both the male and female parts are MicroLock.

A Reliable Broadcast-Quality Earset Mic with CORE+ Normal Headroom for Standard Speech

The 4288 CORE+ features a sensitive 5.4mm electret-condenser capsule designed for standard speech and vocal applications at levels up to 134 dB SPL RMS and 137 dB SPL peak before producing < 1% distortion. The mic can even handle up to 144 dB SPL with only 10% distortion, making it well suited to a variety of presenters and performers.

More Range, Less Distortion

Microphones with CORE+ provide even more clarity across the entire dynamic range, from low to high sound pressure levels. Miniature microphones with CORE+ provide unheard levels of openness. While CORE allows mics to handle higher SPLs without significant artifacts up to 1% THD, CORE+ eliminates those artifacts completely.

Cardioid Pickup Pattern

The cardioid polar pattern focuses audio capture on the talent in front of the mic and provides a consistent frequency response, even for off-axis sounds at lower volume. The narrow pickup pattern helps reduce feedback problems from monitors and PA systems for clear, intelligible speech.

Soft Boost for Speech Intelligibility

The 4288 features a built-in soft boost EQ that provides a 4 to 6 dB boost in the 15 kHz range for added presence and clarity.

Low-Profile Headset Mic

Once placed on the performer, the headset microphone sits securely and unobtrusively close to the sound source and allows the user to move freely about without having to hold a microphone in the hand or have a lavalier mic clipped on the shirt. This dual-ear headset design is ideal for more active situations, when secure mounting is required, as it sits snugly on the neck and is virtually invisible; it is unobtrusive and so comfortable that users forget they are wearing it.

Tough, Moisture-Resistant Construction

Engineered with a double-vent protection system, the 4288 is certified IP58 for dust and moisture resistance. The rugged 4.1' cable is built with Kevlar strain relief to survive the constant twists, bends, and pulls that are part of everyday use in harsh environments.

Features

  • For Stage, Broadcast, TV & Presentation
  • Comfortable, Lightweight Dual-Ear Design
  • MicroLock Connector with Adapter Options
  • CORE+ for No Distortion up to 133 dB
  • SPLs up to 134 dB RMS & 137 dB Peak
  • Cardioid for Less Bleed and Feedback
  • 120mm Interchangeable Boom Arm
  • Built-In 4 to 6 dB Soft Boost at 15 kHz

Specifications

Microphone
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Electret Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Performance
Frequency Response
100 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
144 dB
Sensitivity
6 mV/Pa / -44 dB
Dynamic Range
111 dB
Equivalent Noise Level
26 dB (A-Weighted)
Connectivity
Analog Output
1x Microlock
Cable Length
4.9' / 1.5 m
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power / Plug-In Power
Operating Voltage
5 to 10 V (Bias/Plug-In Power)
12 to 48 V (Phantom Power)
Physical
Color
Beige
Environmental Resistance
Water-Resistant (IP58)
Dimensions
ø: 0.2 x L: 4.7" / ø: 5.4 x L: 120 mm
Weight
0.4 oz / 10 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.58 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.5 x 5.4 x 1.6"
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mikecube
San Leandro, US
★★★★★ 5
Excellent pillow.
Size: Upgrade Queen (2 Pack)
Wow these pillows are fantastic!!! First off they are good quality and sized as described. I'm forced to sleep on my back since I use a cpap every night. They suggest taking some filling out for "back sleepers". But in my case, I am disabled, overweight, and the way I position myself on a pillow is probably unique. I have a little of my shoulders, head and neck on the pillow. I didn't have to remove any filling. It was pretty good at first and after about a few day/nights, everything settled in just perfectly. It's truly one the finest pillows I've owned to date. (Part of my disability is a very painful neck & muscle malady, my head leans far to the right. Basically feels like a crick in your neck that never goes away. It's called tortacollis or dystonia depending who you talk to.) Because of this, I have truly spent hundreds and hundreds of dollars on different types and styles of pillows. A very select few have worked out fairly well over time until I found this one. As I said in the beginning, this is an excellent pillow and a great value as well. Hopefully this will work as well or even better for others. I purchased a 2 pack this time, 1 for home and the other for our RV. Definitely buying. another 2 pack to keep for future replacements. Pillows simply don't last forever. They get funky in time. No matter how clean you try to stay with bedding and personal hygiene, it just happens eventually. Sweet dreams. :~)
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Tiffany Vela
Pawtucket, US
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Size: Upgrade Queen (2 Pack)
Incredibly thick and firm pillows. Not great for stomach or side sleepers. They alway end up on the floor cause we find them uncomfortable. Don’t recommend, practically unusable
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Mopardodgegirl
Houston, US
★★★★★ 5
It works! Quality pillow.
Size: Standard (1 Count), Color: Original White (Cooling)
This does actually provide a cooling effect, and it's very comfortable! The accompanying literature is helpful too. I believe this to be a quality pillow for the price.
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jin
Massapequa, US
★★★★★ 5
Most comfortable pillow I’ve ever slept on
Size: Queen (1 Count), Color: Crescent White(cooling)
This is the most comfortable pillow I have ever slept on. It doesn't mash down like other pillows. Cradles my neck perfectly plus it’s cool. I broke my neck a couple of years ago and this pillow feels very good and comfortable. Definitely recommend to everyone. Ive used it since May and it’s retained its shape.
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Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 4
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Size: Queen (2 Count), Color: Original White (Cooling)
The fact that there are not more comments on the smell of these pillows has me worried about some of yall. Listen, I LOVE the weight, and the firmness, it’s perfect for that. However, these pillows are RANK. They have a very strong mildew-ish smell that lingers. I took the outer cover off and washed it and let the pillow air out for a few days, the smell is still very strong when you press your face against it, which one does because it is in fact designed for that purpose. It smells so bad. It’s nauseating. I can smell it through two pillowcases and blanket that I threw on top of them hoping an extra layer would trap the smell. I’ll bake them in the Texas sun tomorrow and hope that helps, because otherwise these are the perfect pillows for someone who wants to feel like they are hugging a torso but can’t stand the sound/feel of someone else breathing. I don’t know…4 stars, if the smell goes away I’ll come back. Update: many many days later. Either they don’t really smell anymore or I got use to it. They’ve held their firmness and shape well. I like them.
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