
Win! DPA 2028 Vocal Microphone
DPA Microphones are giving two SOS readers the chance to win their amazing 2028 vocal microphone (each prize worth £540).

DPA Microphones are giving two SOS readers the chance to win their amazing 2028 vocal microphone (each prize worth £540).

SOS podcast explores DPA's contribution to the NASA 2020 Mars mission

René Mørch of DPA Microphones chats to Sam Inglis about DPA's involvement in the NASA Mars 2020 mission.

We all know that close miking boosts the low end. But why? New research from DPA Microphones explains that some instruments are more affected by proximity effect than others.


The new 4000-series models are available in omni and cardioid versions, and take advantage of DPA's innovative 6000-series mounting system.

The new CORE 4097 is based around DPA's acclaimed 4000-series electret capsule.

Recording a live heavy metal concert would be challenging enough — but when you throw an 80-piece orchestra into the mix, all bets are off!


With a little TLC and the right miking technique, even the most neglected piano can produce great recordings.