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DPA at IBC 2025: Next-Gen Mic Tech From CORE+ to N-Series
DPA Microphones: Innovating for Professional Audio at IBC 2025
DPA Microphones is making a bold appearance at IBC 2025 in Amsterdam, unveiling four major innovations aimed squarely at broadcast and live production professionals. Their spotlighted technologies combine refined clarity, portability, and rugged reliability—underpinning DPA’s reputation for engineering excellence.
CORE+ Technology: Redefining Mic Transparency
At the center of DPA’s showing is CORE+, a patent-pending architecture that all but eliminates distortion across a microphone’s dynamic range. By neutralizing non-linearities inherent to capsule membranes and electronics, CORE+ ensures sound remains pristine and transparent—even under demanding conditions or elevated levels. Its rollout, which began with omnidirectional lavalier models, now includes the enhanced 4099 CORE+ Instrument Mic paired with a redesigned clip for optimal positional stability.
N-Series Digital Wireless System: Broadcast-Grade Flexibility
DPA has taken a bold step into wireless territory with the N-Series Digital Wireless System—a fully digital, broadband true-diversity solution. Targeted at live broadcast and installed sound, it promises rock-solid, interference-resistant performance. The system pairs with a new vocal mic optimized for this platform and offers full integration via an intuitive remote-control and monitoring app for Mac and PC.
MicroLock Connector: Compact, Resilient, and Compatible
The MicroLock connector brings smart design to mic cabling. Engineered for rugged durability, its compact locking mechanism secures mic connections in live environments and maintains backward compatibility with existing MicroDot hardware. It’s a practical solution for workflows that demand portability without sacrificing dependable signal integrity.
2017 Shotgun Microphone: Compact and Climate-Rugged
DPA rounds out its IBC showcase with the 2017 Shotgun Microphone, a sleek and short-format mic that excels in extreme conditions. Its tight directivity and consistent sensitivity make it an ideal choice for field production, sports, and mobile broadcast—a tool built for reliability at the edge.
Why This Matters
These four introductions cumulatively underscore DPA’s mission: to deliver uncompromised audio quality through innovative engineering. CORE+ raises the bar for mic transparency. The N-Series brings dependable wireless performance. MicroLock modernizes connectivity. And the 2017 shotgun closes the package with rugged portability. Together, they signal DPA’s commitment to future-proofing high-end audio workflows without losing the sonic integrity people rely on.
