Detail 01
Supercardioid directional pattern
It retains a cardioid-like work field at ±60° off center while providing high, uniform side and rear damping.
Product detailSKU #1500000408432
DPA Microphonesd:facto 4018VL Linear Supercardioid Mic With WI2 Adapter for Wisycom - Black
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Built for vocal performance onstage, the d:facto 4018VL pairs a linear supercardioid condenser capsule with a WI2 adapter for Wisycom. Its neutral response gives the engineer room to establish the final vocal sound, while the isolation-optimized pattern combines a cardioid-like front work area at ±60° with strong, even side and rear damping. A three-step pop-protection grid and low handling noise support loud vocal work and handheld stage use. The adapter-based d:facto format also allows a change of wireless adapter without altering sound quality.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Stage vocals needing linear reproduction and controlled side and rear pickup.
- Engineers who want to shape the final vocal sound from a detailed, balanced response.
- Wisycom wireless vocal setups using the included WI2 adapter.
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
20 Hz–20 kHz frequency response
Covers the stated full frequency-response range for the microphone.
Detail 03
P48 phantom power for full performance
Full performance is specified with P48 phantom power.
Detail 04
Maximum 160 dB SPL peak
The supplied peak SPL rating is 160 dB.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This version is configured with the WI2 adapter for Wisycom.
- 02Full performance is specified with P48 phantom power.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the 4018VL designed for stage vocals?
Yes. It is engineered specifically for vocal performances onstage.
02What pickup pattern does it use?
It uses an isolation-optimized supercardioid pattern with a cardioid-like acceptance angle at ±60° off center.
03Can the wireless adapter be changed later?
Yes. The d:facto system allows adapters to be switched for another wireless solution without a stated loss or change in sound quality.
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Full specifications
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4 detailsSound
- Frequency Response
- 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Sensitivity Nominal 2 DB At 1 KHZ
- 5 mV/Pa; -46 dB re. 1 V/Pa, 2 mV/Pa; -54 dB re. 1 V/Pa with Adapter for wireless
- Effective Frequency Range 2 DB At 12 Cm 4 7 in
- 40 Hz - 16 kHz
- Minimum Load Impedance
- 1 kΩ
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Matte black
5 detailsConnections & power
- Power Supply For Full Performance
- P48 (Phantom Power)
- Output Balance Principle
- Impedance balancing with Active Drive
- Maximum Output Voltage RMS
- 8 V
- Rated Output Impedance
- 100 Ω
- Connector
- XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase
5 detailsSize & weight
- Capsule Diameter
- 19 mm (0.75 in)
- Equivalent Noise Level A Weighted
- Typ. 19 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 21 dB(A))
- Microphone Length
- 205 mm (8.1 in)
- Weight
- 309
- Microphone Diameter
- 52 mm (2.05 in)
12 detailsOther
- Cable Drive Capability
- 100 m (328 ft)
- Common Mode Rejection Ratio Cmrr
- > 50 dB at 1 kHz
- Current Consumption
- Max 2.0 mA
- Temperature Range
- -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
- Relative Humidity Rh
- Up to 90%
- Polarity
- +V at pin 2 for positive sound pressure
- Cartridge Type
- Pre-polarized condenser
- Distortion Thd Lt 1
- 136 dB SPL RMS, 139 dB SPL peak
- Directional Pattern
- Supercardioid
- Max SPL Thd 10
- 160 dB SPL peak
- Dynamic Range
- Typ. 120 dB
- Principle of Operation
- Pressure gradient
