DPA d:fine CORE 4288 Directional Flex Headset Microphone – Beige – 120mm – MicroDot (4288-DC-F-F00-LH)

The DPA 4288-DC-F-F00-LH is a professional dual-ear directional headset microphone designed for high-SPL live environments where clarity and feedback rejection are critical. Combining the renowned 4088 directional capsule with DPA’s lightweight d:fine flex headset system, this model delivers natural vocal reproduction with exceptional gain-before-feedback.

This version features a 120mm boom, beige finish, dual-ear headset frame, and MicroDot connector for compatibility with DPA wireless adapters.

🎤 Ideal Applications

• Musical theatre

• Live worship teams

• Corporate presenters

• Broadcast talent

• School and performance venues

• High-volume stage environments

The cardioid capsule effectively suppresses background noise and stage bleed, making it perfect where foldback monitors or loud instruments are present.

🔊 Performance Highlights

• Cardioid (pressure gradient) directional pattern

• CORE technology for reduced distortion and extended dynamic range

• High SPL handling up to 147 dB peak

• Excellent off-axis rejection

• Optimised bass response at 2–3 cm placement

• Resistant to humidity and stage conditions

The capsule is designed to sit at the corner of the mouth (not directly in front) to minimise popping and maximise intelligibility.

🎧 Ergonomic Dual-Ear Design

• Secure dual-ear headset frame

• Lightweight (approx. 10 g)

• Flexible boom for precise positioning

• Minimal visual impact on stage or camera

• Cable can be swapped via MicroDot system

The 120mm boom is the standard length and suits most users.

⚙ Technical Specifications

• Polar Pattern: Cardioid

• Principle: Pressure gradient condenser

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz

• Sensitivity: 6 mV/Pa (-44 dB re. 1 V/Pa)

• Equivalent Noise: 26 dB(A) typical

• Dynamic Range: 116 dB typical

• Max SPL (THD 10%): 147 dB peak

• Output Impedance: 30–40 Ω (MicroDot)

• Power Requirement: 5–10 V via DPA adapter

• Current Consumption: 1.5 mA typical

• Cable Length: 1.25 m

• Cable Diameter: 1.6 mm

• Capsule Diameter: 5.4 mm

• Colour: Beige

• Connector: MicroDot

🔌 Wireless Compatibility

The MicroDot termination allows connection to major wireless systems using the appropriate DPA adapter (sold separately), including Sennheiser, Shure, Lectrosonics and others.