Detail 01
160 dB SPL peak
The microphone is rated for peaks up to 160 dB SPL.
Product detailSKU #1500000362717
DPA MicrophonesSupercardioid Vocal Mic, Wired DPA Handle - Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Built for live vocal work, DPA’s black 2028 pairs a supercardioid pattern with a pre-polarized condenser capsule and wired DPA handle. Its open, transparent presentation is intended to leave a singer sounding close to their natural voice, with little or no EQ needed. That can let the vocalist work without having to push against a heavily altered mic sound. It connects via XLR-3M and needs P48 phantom power for full performance.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Live-stage vocalists who want a transparent sound with minimal EQ intervention.
- Stage setups where P48 phantom power is available at the microphone input.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Setups that cannot provide P48 phantom power for full performance.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
100 Hz–16 kHz effective range
This effective range includes a permanent 80 Hz third-order low-cut filter.
Detail 03
328 ft cable-drive capability
It is specified to drive cable runs up to 328 feet.
Detail 04
150 ohm rated output impedance
The rated output impedance is 150 ohms.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Provide P48 phantom power for full performance.
- 02Confirm the intended input accepts the microphone’s XLR-3M connection.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does the 2028 need phantom power?
Yes. Full performance requires P48 phantom power.
02What is the pickup pattern?
It uses a supercardioid directional pattern.
03Is there a low-cut filter?
Yes. It has a permanent third-order low-cut filter at 80 Hz.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsSound
- Minimum load impedance
- 1 kohm
- Effective frequency range ±2dB, at 4.7"
- 100Hz–16kHz (permanent 3rd-order low-cut filter at 80Hz)
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
1 detailsConnections & power
- Rated output impedance
- 150 ohm
1 detailsSize & weight
- Equivalent noise level, A-weighted
- Typ. 22dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 23dB(A))
18 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Sensitivity, nominal, ±3dB at 1kHz
- 5 mV/Pa; -46 dB re. 1 V/Pa
- Connector
- XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase
- Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR)
- 50dB at 1kHz
- Distortion, THD 1%
- 136dB SPL RMS, 139dB SPL peak
- Directional pattern
- Supercardioid
- Cable drive capability
- 328'
- Output balance principle
- Impedance balancing with Active Drive
- Dynamic range
- Typ. 117dB
- Korena Special
- false
- Max. SPL
- 160dB SPL peak
- Weight
- 10.1 oz.
- Cartridge type
- Pre-polarized condenser
- Power supply (for full performance)
- P48 (Phantom Power)
- Current consumption
- Max 2.5 mA
- Tier
- new
- Frequency response
- 20Hz–20kHz
- Source Id
- site51500000362717
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