For decades, the Danish brand DPA Microphones has been synonymous with outstanding sound quality and precise audio technology. With the new N-Series Digital Wireless, the company is expanding its portfolio with an innovative wireless solution that meets DPA’s high standards. The fully digital true diversity technology ensures stable signal transmission without compromising on sound quality. But what exactly makes the N-Series so special?
N-Series: Digital wireless technology at a new level
DPA is known for its high-quality microphones, which are used in studios, live events and broadcast productions worldwide. With the N-Series, the manufacturer is now venturing into the field of wireless technology, offering a fully digital solution designed specifically for professional audio applications. The true diversity broadband system ensures that dropouts and interference are minimised, which is essential for professional use.
For years, we have been committed to developing solutions that protect the pure, unadulterated sound of our microphones. Most of our microphones are used regularly with a wireless system. That’s why we believe it’s so important to provide a wireless system that matches the high sound quality of our microphones – not just for us, but also for sound professionals who appreciate true, transparent clarity.
Kalle Hvidt Nielsen, CEO of DPA Microphones
As a fully digital true diversity broadband solution, the N-Series offers renowned DPA sound quality in a robust and easy-to-use format suitable for a variety of live and corporate events, as well as for system installations and houses of worship.
Technical highlights of the DPA N-Series
The N-Series is characterised by the latest digital wireless technology and offers numerous features that set it apart from conventional wireless systems:
- Frequency range from 470 to 870 MHz: the system covers a wide spectrum and can be used flexibly in different regions.
- 400 MHz switching bandwidth per device: high flexibility and adaptability in complex RF environments.
- Fully digital true diversity technology: Stable signal transmission with minimal latency and optimal sound quality.
- Compatible with existing DPA capsules: the N series supports, among others, the d:facto 4018V, 4018VL and 2028, enabling seamless integration into existing systems.
- Intuitive user guidance: quick and easy to use for professional applications.
- Extremely flexible and secure connection: reliable signal transmission without interruption.
- New 2024 vocal microphone: specially developed for the N-Series, compatible with other DPA and third-party microphones.
- AES256 encryption: highly secure data protection, ideal for corporate and government applications.
- “DPA Audio Controller” software: Enables remote control, monitoring and frequency analysis from 470 to 870 MHz.
Why choose a digital wireless system?
Analogue wireless systems can be limited in their sound quality by interference and signal loss. Digital systems like the DPA N Series avoid these problems and offer:
- Higher fidelity: No compression or signal distortion.
- Reliable frequency stability: Less susceptible to interference from other wireless sources.
- More flexible use: thanks to broad frequency coverage and easy adaptation to different environments.
- Investment security: thanks to 400 MHz flexibility and frequency change compatibility for global use.
“Great sound doesn’t stop at the mic. That’s why we go the extra mile to deliver a wireless system with true DPA sound. The N-Series offers true reliability, flexibility and clarity in an easy-to-use package with guaranteed true diversity, true digital and true wideband functionality”.
René Mørch, Product Management Director at DPA Microphones
Uses for the DPA N-Series
The N-Series is versatile and suitable for a wide range of professional audio applications:
- Live events and concerts: high-quality, lossless sound transmission for musicians and singers.
- Broadcast and TV productions: Clear, precise speech transmission without noise or distortion.
- Theatre and stage productions: High flexibility and stable wireless connection for complex productions.
- Corporate events and conferences: professional audio solutions for presentations and speeches.
- Permanent installations in churches or function rooms: reliable wireless microphones for long-term installations.
- Use in arenas and RF-dense environments: Thanks to special wideband capabilities, optimal channel selection even in difficult frequency ranges.
Comparison with existing wireless systems
Compared to many other wireless systems on the market, the DPA N-Series stands out thanks to its true diversity technology, high switching bandwidth and excellent audio fidelity. Many conventional systems work in the analogue range or with limited frequency flexibility, while the N-Series offers a modern digital solution that particularly comes into its own in challenging RF environments.
What is available in the N-Series?
The N-Series offers a complete system for wireless audio transmission, including a dual-channel receiver, a range of handheld and bodypack transmitters, and a dedicated software solution. This combination ensures seamless, professional use in a wide range of applications.
N-DR1 Digital Dual Channel Receiver
The N-Series N-DR1 two-channel digital receiver has been designed with ease of use and high-end features in mind. It offers a wide frequency coverage of 470 to 870 MHz, a sleek front panel design for intuitive operation, and LAN control with an integrated switch for looping through. It also features Dante® switched and redundancy modes, antenna inputs with power for active antennas, and optional analogue outputs. With an impressive dynamic range of 126 dB, the N-DR1 ensures reliable and high-quality signal transmission.
N-BP1 Bodypack transmitters
The N-Series includes two compact bodypack transmitters that ergonomically adapt to the body for comfortable use. The N-BP1-90 is designed for DPA microphones with a MicroLock® connector, while the N-BP1-03 can be used with microphones that use a 3-pin LEMO connector. Both models cover a frequency range of 470 to 870 MHz, offer over eight hours of battery life on standard AA batteries, and can be optionally equipped with a DPA rechargeable battery pack. The simple charging function and well-thought-out design make them a reliable solution for professional audio applications.
N-HH1 Handheld transmitters
The N-Series is ideal for use with DPA Microphones’ high-end vocal microphones, including the d:facto™ 4018V, 4018VL, the 2028 and the new 2024 model. The microphones offer a frequency range of 470 to 870 MHz and a slim, lightweight design that fits comfortably in the hand. They have no loose parts and offer more than eight hours of battery life with standard AA batteries or an optional DPA rechargeable battery pack. In addition, the industry-standard SL1 thread ensures a high level of compatibility with various systems.
Integrated software
The DPA Audio Controller software offers a user-friendly solution for remote control and monitoring of the system via PC or Mac. It is equipped with a powerful spectrum analyser that covers the entire frequency range from 470 to 870 MHz and enables precise frequency management. The software offers two main functions: Monitor & Control for real-time monitoring and Frequency Management for detailed spectrum analysis. Thanks to its intuitive operation, it can be used immediately without the need for extensive training and facilitates the efficient management of wireless systems.
Why the DPA N-Series is worthwhile
With the N-Series, DPA Microphones is launching a professional wireless solution that has been specially developed for demanding live and studio environments. The combination of true diversity technology, wide frequency coverage and compatibility with existing DPA capsules makes it an excellent choice for professionals in the event, music and broadcast industries. If you are looking for a high-quality, reliable and flexible wireless system, the DPA N-Series is an innovative solution that meets the highest standards.
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