Product Description
Shure DL4/O-A DuraPlex Omnidirectional Waterproof Subminiature Microphone
Defy the elements. DuraPlex subminiature lavalier and headset microphones are consistent, long-lasting, and resistant to dust, dirt, water, and sweat. Offering professional-quality audio for film, broadcast, speech, theater, and performance applications, DuraPlex is perfect for everyday situations but excels in the harshest environments. Capture every moment with confidence. Rain, or shine.
Available in lavalier or headset form, DuraPlex has been extensively tested to ensure an IP57 dust-resistant, waterproof rating*. Whether shooting reality TV, mounting a professional theatrical tour, or wherever audio takes you, contending with the elements won’t slow you down. As comfortable on the beach as it is in a broadcast studio, DuraPlex features a neutral, full sound quality that lives up to the highest audio standards.
The advanced 1.6 mm Shure Plex cable, first introduced with the award-winning TwinPlex subminiature microphone, lasts longer than competing cables due to a dual redundant ground which doubles as a secondary shield. It also offers virtually zero “memory effect,” won’t kink, and is fully paintable.
*IP Code, published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), rates the degree of protection against dust (first number) and water (second number). An IP57 rating classifies DuraPlex as follows:
- 5 (Dust) – Ingress of dust is not entirely prevented, but it does not enter in sufficient quantity to interfere with the satisfactory operation of the equipment.
- 7 (Water) – Ingress of water in harmful quantity shall not be possible when the enclosure is immersed in water up to one meter for 30 minutes.
Features
- 5 mm omnidirectional subminiature design for discrete placement and improved gain-before-feedback
- IP57 dust-resistant, waterproof rated
- Neutral, full sound quality for film, broadcast, speech, theater, and performance applications
- Advanced 1.6 mm Shure Plex cable:
- Dual redundant ground in cable serves as secondary shield for unprecedented longevity
- Immune to memory effect and kinks
- Fully paintable with typical theater paints, pens, and polishes
- Presence Cap included for tailored frequency response provides additional vocal clarity and presence (3-4 dB boost near 10 kHz)
- Available in four colors: Black, Cocoa, Tan, White
- Available in two connector types: TA4F (mTQG) and LEMO
- Kit includes the following accessories: Case, Foam Windscreen, Snap-fit Windscreen, Single Tie Clip, Sticky Mount, TQG Locking Collar (mTQG/TA4F SKUs only)
Included
- 1 - Case
- 1 - Frequency Cap
- 1 - Foam Windscreen
- 1 - Snap-fit Windscreen
- 1 - Single Tie Clip
- 1 - Sticky Mount
Specs
Microphone Capsule
MEMS
Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Sensitivity
-42.5 dBV at 1 kHz [1]
Self-Noise, A-Weighted, Equivalent Acoustical
31 dB SPL-A
Signal-To-Noise Ratio
63.0 dB
Maximum SPL
132.0 dB SPL,1 kHz at 1% THD, typical
Dynamic Range
101.0 dB typical
Microphone Current Draw
220 µA, maximum
Bias Voltage
Recommended Operating Voltage
5 V DC, 2.6 V DC minimum
Housing
Molded ABS
Cable Diameter
1.6 mm
Cable Length
66 in. (1.67 m)
Replacement Parts
| RPMDL4WS/B | FOAM WINDSCREEN, BLACK, QTY. 5 |
| RPMDL4WS/C | FOAM WINDSCREEN, COCOA, QTY. 5 |
| RPMDL4WS/T | FOAM WINDSCREEN, TAN, QTY. 5 |
| RPMDL4WS/W | FOAM WINDSCREEN, WHITE, QTY. 5 |
| RPMDL4SFWS/B | DL4/DH5 SNAP FIT WINDCREEN, BLACK, QTY 3 |
| RPMDL4SFWS/C | DL4/DH5 SNAP FIT WINDCREEN, COCOA, QTY 3 |
| RPMDL4SFWS/T | DL4/DH5 SNAP FIT WINDCREEN, TAN, QTY 3 |
| RPMDL4SFWS/W | DL4/DH5 SNAP FIT WINDCREEN, WHITE, QTY 3 |
| RPMDL4STC/B | SINGLE TIE CLIP, BLACK, QTY. 3 |
| RPMDL4STC/C | SINGLE TIE CLIP, COCOA, QTY. 3 |
| RPMDL4STC/T | SINGLE TIE CLIP, TAN, QTY. 3 |
| RPMDL4STC/W | SINGLE TIE CLIP, WHITE, QTY. 3 |
| RPMDL4DTC/B | DUAL TIE CLIP, BLACK, QTY. 3 |
| RPMDL4DTC/C | DUAL TIE CLIP, COCOA, QTY. 3 |
| RPMDL4DTC/T | DUAL TIE CLIP, TAN, QTY. 3 |
| RPMDL4DTC/W | DUAL TIE CLIP, WHITE, QTY. 3 |
| RPMDL4FC/B | DL4/DH5 FREQ CAP, BLACK, QTY. 5 |
| RPMDL4FC/C | DL4/DH5 FREQ CAP, COCOA, QTY. 5 |
| RPMDL4FC/T | DL4/DH5 FREQ CAP, TAN, QTY. 5 |
| RPMDL4FC/W | DL4/DH5 FREQ CAP, WHITE, QTY. 5 |
| RPMDL4SM | DL4 STICKY MOUNT, QTY. 3 |
| RPMDL4CASE | DL4 POUCH, LAVALIER |
Optional Accessories
| Sticky Mount Adhesives (15 Pieces) | RPM40TS |
| Sticky Mount Adhesives (50 Pieces) | RPM40TS/50 |
| TA4F/TQG XLR Preamplifier | RPM400TQG |
| Lemo XLR Preamplifier | RPM400LEMO |
| Black Dual Tie Clip, qty.1 | 95A44848 |
| White Dual Tie Clip, qty.1 | 95B44848 |
| Tan Dual Tie Clip, qty.1 | 95C44848 |
| Cocoa Dual Tie Clip, qty.1 | 95D44848 |
