4099 Instrument Microphone
The DPA 4099 instrument microphones have been a favourite with classical musicians for many years, and the new 4099 CORE range brings even more quality and versatility to the world's best live instrument microphone solution. The 4099 instrument microphones cover everything from guitar, piano and drums to strings, woodwinds and brass.
Looking for the best Microphone for your Instrument?
Congratulations, you've found it! The 4099 Instrument Microphone from DPA Microphones is probably the most flexible and best sounding microphone for your instrument. There are many mounts for different types of instruments and just as many adapters that allow you to connect the microphone to a mixer, recorder or wireless system. Mounts allow you to position the microphone to capture the best possible sound.

Change the Holder not the Microphone.
The innovative 4099 Series Microphone Clips offer a variety of ways to mount the 4099 on your instrument, and are designed to protect the surface of your instrument while securely mounting the microphone for the best possible sound quality. See the full range of DPA 4099 products below. If you have an instrument that is not listed, please contact us to find out which clip will fit your instrument.
The DPA 4099 is also equipped with a shock mount, which provides excellent isolation from handle and other ambient noise. Depending on the application, detachable cables can be selected in either a heavy or light version - both versions are robust enough for the demands of daily use. A versatile integrated gooseneck extension allows easy mounting and repeatable positioning.

VIOLINE, BANJO AND VIOLA
The DPA 4099 Loud SPL is perfect for violin, banjo and viola. Users will be delighted with the ease with which this condenser microphone can be placed on their favourite instrument. It is stylish, lightweight, discreet and designed to get out of the way of a passionate performance. The mounting mechanism makes it easy to switch the microphone between instruments with one hand.
Choose a DPA 4099V Instrument Microphone for Violin (4099-DC-1-199-V) for your violin, banjo or viola.

PIANO
This microphone solution provides a high degree of isolation on stage. It also provides a clear and transparent stereo sound with realistic dynamics. The complete system consists of a pair of 4099 Loud SPL microphones with sensitivity selectable within ±1.5 dB. It includes two versatile magnetic mounting/gooseneck systems for stable and repeatable positioning.
Choose a 4099 Stereo Microphone System for Piano (4099-DC-1-101-P).

GUITAR, MANDOLIN, UKULELE
The 4099 Loud SPL is ideal for PA amplification and live recording of acoustic guitar, mandolin, ukulele and dobro. Positioning is virtually unlimited. The sound is much more natural than with an internal microphone or pickup.
The microphone is suitable for instruments with a body depth of 35mm to 122mm. Users will be amazed at how easily this condenser microphone can be attached to their valuable instrument. It is elegant, lightweight, discreet and designed to be unobtrusive on stage. The mounting mechanism allows the microphone to be moved from one instrument to another with one hand.
Choose a 4099 Instrument Microphone for Guitar (4099-DC-1-199-G) for your guitar, mandolin, ukulele or dobro.

SAXOFON
The 4099 Loud SPL is ideal for the entire saxophone family: soprano, alto, tenor and baritone saxophones. It also sounds great on the bass clarinet. The versatile holder can be used for all types of saxophones and brass instruments. Users will be delighted with the ease with which this condenser microphone can be attached to their precious instrument. It is elegant, lightweight, discreet and designed not to interfere with a stage performance. The mounting mechanism allows the microphone to be moved from one instrument to another with one hand.
Choose a 4099 Instrument Microphone for Saxophone (4099-DC-1-199-S) for your soprano, alto, tenor or baritone saxophone or bass clarinet.

TRUMPET, BRASS INSTRUMENTS
The 4099 Extreme SPL is ideal for trumpets, trombones and other brass instruments that can be very loud. It can be used with or without attenuation. The microphone easily achieves the highest sound pressure levels (SPL).
The innovative mounting mechanism allows the microphone to be switched from one instrument to another with one hand. The microphone and its holder have been designed specifically for brass instruments. This ensures the best possible results in live performance, both in terms of mounting and sound reinforcement.
Choose a 4099 Brass Instrument Microphone (4099-DC-2-199-T) for your trumpet, trombone and other brass instruments.

BASS
The 4099 Loud SPL is the perfect microphone for PA amplification and live recording of acoustic double bass. The sound is much more natural than an internal microphone or a pickup. The positioning on the instrument is excellent. The microphone and its holder have been specially designed for double basses. This guarantees the best results in live performance in terms of positioning and sound reinforcement.
Choose a 4099 Instrument Microphone for bass (4099-DC-1-201-B).

CELLO
For perfect PA amplification and live cello recording, choose the 4099 Loud SPL. It is equipped with a specially designed holder for cellos. The sound is much more natural than with an internal microphone or pickup. The microphone holder is attached to the C and A strings under the bridge. This places the microphone capsule in the sweet spot between the bridge and the fingerboard, providing a unique combination of natural string sound and high acoustic separation on stage.
Select a 4099 Instrument Microphone for cello (4099-DC-1-201-C).

DRUMS
The 4099 Extreme SPL perfectly captures the booming sound of percussion instruments. Users will be amazed at how gently this condenser microphone can be placed on their precious instrument. The microphone can be easily positioned to suit different percussion instruments. The flexible gooseneck can be positioned at different angles for different sound nuances. The microphone is stylish, lightweight, unobtrusive and designed to stay out of the way during a performance. The mounting mechanism makes it easy to switch the microphone from one instrument to another. The 4099 Drum Instrument Microphone features a revolutionary 90° mounting system that offers a wide range of mounting options.
Choose a 4099 Instrument Microphone for Drums (4099-DC-2-201-D) for your drum kit and add a VC4099 mounting bracket for your bass drum.

ACCORDION
This microphone solution provides a high degree of isolation on stage. It also provides a clear and transparent stereo sound with realistic dynamics. The complete system consists of a pair of 4099 Loud SPL microphones, with sensitivity selectable within ±1.5 dB. The two supplied microphone stands can be screwed to the instrument.
Choose a 4099 stereo accordion microphone system (4099-DC-1-101-A).

OBOE, CLARINET, BASSOON
The 4099 Loud SPL is designed to meet the special requirements of narrow and oddly shaped instruments. The microphone holder is equipped with a Velcro strap that can be adjusted to fit instruments of different sizes and diameters, such as oboe, clarinet, bassoon, recorder and flute. For instruments with a larger diameter, additional straps can easily be added to adjust the holder. The microphone is lightweight, unobtrusive and does not interfere with stage performance, thanks to a revolutionary 90° system that offers a variety of mounting options. Simply remove the bracket from the gooseneck, rotate it 90° and replace it, doubling the number of microphone positions.
Choose a 4099 Universal Instrument Microphone (4099-DC-1-101-U) for oboe, clarinet, bassoon, recorder and flute.

CLAMP MOUNT
The 4099 Loud SPL features a flexible mount that is easy to use and quick to remove. The strong spring allows it to be clamped to a wide range of surfaces and instruments, including saxophones and other brass instruments.
Choose a 4099 Instrument Microphone with clamp mount (4099-DC-1-101-CM).

STAND MOUNT
The 4099 is often mounted directly on an instrument. However, many users have asked for a solution where the microphone is attached to a standard microphone stand. Now you can easily attach the unparalleled sound of the 4099 Loud SPL to a microphone stand. This mount is equipped with a 3/8" thread that perfectly matches our range of floor stands. The mount has a ball and socket joint for 360° rotation.
Select a 4099 Instrument Microphone with Stand Mount (4099-DC-1-101-MS).
Additional information you may find useful
With every package, you can simply attach the microphone to your instrument and get started right away.
Optional Gooseneck extension
The standard gooseneck length is 140mm. A gooseneck extension is available as an option. This extends the gooseneck by approximately 50%, making it easier to reach the sweet spot on some equipment.
Detachable cables
The cables of the 4099 Instrument Microphone can be detached from the gooseneck. This makes it easier to mount the microphone on the instrument before connecting it. You can also choose between different cable qualities to adapt the microphone to specific applications. The heavy-duty 2.2mm diameter cable is ideal for PA and live applications. The thinner 1.6mm miniature cable is more suitable for individual mounting on instruments. Both cables are durable and robust, with a Kevlar core.

Flexibility through adapter system
Adapters for wireless systems give you flexible, easy and cost-effective options. You are no longer tied to one wireless system. When conditions change, you simply replace the adapter instead of buying a whole new microphone. And once you've made the switch, you won't notice any loss or change in sound quality.
The miniature microphone range is compatible with all leading wireless microphone solutions such as Sennheiser, Shure, Sony, Wisycom, Lectrosonics, Zaxcom and many more. DPA Microphones' sophisticated adapter system is unique in the industry. It protects your investment in fantastic sound for years to come.
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