DT 40

Common name: Pearl DT 40

Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage

The DT 40 is a a variable pattern tube (valve) microphone with a classic Pearl 2800 rectangular capsule. The tube is a Nuvistor and the output uses an amorphous cored transformer for high output level and low distortion. The capsule is mounted in silicone and supported on cones to minimise stand-borne noise and acoustic reflections. Includes power supply, microphone cable, shock-mount and carrying case.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
20Hz - 25 kHz
Output Sensitivity
28 mV/Pa
Max SPL
Max SPL, THD:
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
16 dB-A
Output Impedance
200Ω
Recommended Load
1kΩ
Powering
Proprietary unit
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering
Tube Model
7586 Nuvistor

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
XLR-7M
Connector notes
XLR7 at microphone head
Available Colours
Weight
470 g
Length
160 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
43 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
D4020 PSU, cables, shockmount, carrying case
Optional