Linearizing Microphones: CORE+ by DPA

This article is an exclusive report on the development of the DPA CORE+ technology at the heart of DPA's miniature microphones. Evolving over the previous CORE technology that dramatically enhanced the dynamic range of the microphones, the patent-pending CORE+ by DPA eliminates the non-linearities typically generated by the membrane and electronic components, removing any trace of distortion from the microphone output, and improving even on the already extremely high standards of the Danish manufacturer.

To promote Rycote's new expansion phase, Videndum organized a series of visits to its brand new manufacturing facility at Ashby-de-la-Zouch, in the UK. Dealers, sound engineers, and press were able to go behind the scenes and get hands on with production of the famous Rycote windshields and shockmounts for field production sound. The event also allowed Rycote to promote its new range of professional condenser microphones.

As a respected manufacturer of high-quality condensers and crossover components, Mundorf is also capitalizing on the industry's “renaissance” in AMTs and now offers five models in this updated U series, each driver having the same width, but different heights. The U80W AMT model features a 63mm x 19mm pleated proprietary AMT diaphragm, an optimized rear chamber, a flat face plate with an optional secondary aluminum face plate, and is rated for 80W power handling and 94dB sensitivity. The U Series is the fourth in Mundorf's AMT portfolio. This article was originally published in Voice Coil, March 2022.

JLab Audio is now getting into the USB-microphone space. With three stunning USB-C designs, the new JLab Talk line of microphones is ideal for everything from streaming and web-based calls, to podcasting and eventually professional-level recording. The company was clearly thinking ahead and created the Talk Series with plug & play compatibility, 24-bit output, 3.5mm headphone jack for zero latency monitoring, quick-mute button, 5/8" mount foldable stands, and on-mic controls.

Australian pro-audio brand RØDE Microphones announced an upgrade to its number one selling microphone worldwide, the VideoMic Pro. The all new VideoMic Pro now features the acclaimed Rycote Lyre suspension system, along with an upgraded microphone capsule.

AKG introduced its new C314 dual-diaphragm microphone at the 2015 Prolight+Sound show in Frankfurt, Germany. This latest addition to AKG’s family of microphones joins the famous C214, C414 B-XL II and C414 B-TL II condenser microphone models, designed specifically for recording applications.

Ear Trumpet Labs is a privately owned company in Portland, OR, that makes handcrafted microphones with modern electronics and a striking vintage look. Already with nine different condenser models in the catalogue, Ear Trumpet Labs as announced the release of a new stereo microphone system - with two separate matched capsules mounted at the correct distance for the ORTF stereo recording technique.

During the 2015 NAMM Show, Shure introduced its new MOTIV digital products, a new plug-and-play microphone line designed to capture high-quality audio for vocal/acoustic recording, podcasts, YouTube videos, field recording, and more. The four new portable, plug-and-play products capture audio through direct connection to any Apple iOS, Mac, or PC Device.

The Neumann U47 fet is back! During the 137th AES convention in Los Angeles, Neumann announced the reissue of the legendary condenser microphone with cardioid characteristic as a “Collectors Edition U 47 fet”. The production of the reissues follow the original documents and schematics allowing for a wide dynamic range based on fet 80 circuit technology.

The hand-built AT5045 is the ultimate studio condenser instrument microphone and the latest addition to A-T’s flagship 50 Series. Introduced at the 137th AES Convention in Los Angeles, the new AT5045 is an hand-built large-diaphragm electret side-address condenser instrument microphone with a cardioid polar pattern.