Designed for conferences and houses of worship, as well as broadcast and film applications, the 4097 CORE+ is a versatile solution that builds on the proven performance of the original 4097 while incorporating DPA’s most advanced microphone technology to date. CORE+ is a patent-pending innovation that eliminates the non-linearities typically generated by microphone membranes and electronic components. This produces an exceptionally natural, distortion-free sound that is particularly critical for spoken word reinforcement.

In addition to the CORE+ upgrade, the 4097 has also been modernized, with a new design that includes a simplified foam shape, an attractive flock finish and an upgraded gooseneck. Furthermore, its updated construction includes an improved shock mount that reduces interference from external disturbances — both structural and cable-born.

The 4097 CORE+ offers a tight supercardioid pickup pattern that provides excellent off-axis rejection, helping to minimize ambient noise and feedback in complex acoustic environments. The CORE+ technology allows the microphone to handle a wide range of vocal levels with ease, from subtle speech to more dynamic presentations or vocal performances, without sacrificing intelligibility or tonal balance.

The 4097 CORE+ also retains the valuable, practical features of its predecessor: a lightweight and compact form factor that allows flexible placement and precise aiming without visual clutter. The microphone’s discreet finish makes it ideally suited for applications where visual presence must remain minimal, while its use in the 4097 Interview Kit setup makes it a perfect booming solution for one-person film crews. When purchased as a part of the forthcoming choir miking solution, the 4097 CORE+ comes complete with a pre-assembled mic stand that can be easily folded down into a storage compartment.

Like all CORE+ microphones, the 4097 CORE+ features DPA’s MicroLock connector, delivering a rugged and dependable connection that is optimized for professional live and installed use. The MicroLock connector on the 4097 is rotatable and non-reflective, further adding to the enhanced design features of the solution. The 4097 is also backwards compatible to devices with MicroDot connectors for ease of integration into existing infrastructure, and runs on a range of phantom power voltages to accommodate both studio and location setups.

In addition to upgrading the 4097 to incorporate the CORE+ technology, the company has also engineered an entirely reimagined mounting system that is designed to deliver a seamless and secure user experience across an even broader range of applications. The innovative new Gooseneck Mount (G-MOUNT) integrates a two-step locking mechanism that allows for precise mic placement with just one hand and significantly improves vibration isolation and overall stability. The new mount is backwards compatible with many existing DPA clips, ensuring a smooth transition for current users. Select clips have also been refined to enhance usability, adaptability and acoustic performance.