DPA 6060-OC-U-B90 Lavalier Condenser Microphone

DPA 6060-OC-U-B90 — Subminiature Lavalier Microphone for Broadcast and Theater

The DPA 6060-OC-U-B90 is a professional subminiature lavalier condenser microphone engineered for broadcast, theater, film, and television production where invisibility and pristine vocal capture are equally critical. At just 3 mm in diameter, the capsule is 60% smaller than DPA's legendary 4060 series while preserving the same natural, open sound that has made the brand a reference in film and live-sound production. The microphone is the right choice for sound engineers, broadcast technicians, and theater audio designers who need a near-invisible lav that disappears on camera yet captures speech with full intelligibility. Its omnidirectional polar pattern and forgiving off-axis response keep dialogue consistent even when the talent turns their head mid-scene. Built in Denmark to the same standards as DPA's larger microphones, this model brings flagship lavalier performance to applications where every millimeter of wardrobe matters.

What Sets the 6060 CORE Apart

What makes this microphone stand out is the combination of a hermetically sealed amplifier, dual gold-plated diaphragm, and a water-repellent nano-coating that together earn the IP58 certification for dust and moisture resistance. The pre-fitted soft-boost protection grid delivers a 4 dB lift between 8 and 20 kHz, adding presence and clarity to speech without harshness. The MicroLock connector locks positively into compatible adapters, preventing accidental disconnection during live performance, and remains fully backward-compatible with the legacy MicroDot system.

Acoustic Performance — Capsule and Sound Character

The capsule geometry and acoustic tuning determine how natural and intelligible the captured voice sounds, especially when the microphone is hidden in clothing or costumes.

• Capsule Diameter: 3 mm — 60% smaller than the 4060 series, easy to conceal in wardrobe
• Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional — consistent frequency response even when the talent turns away from the mic
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (40 Hz – 20 kHz ±2 dB) — full-bandwidth capture with smooth, natural vocal character

Electrical Performance — Headroom, Noise, and Sensitivity

For speech and vocal applications, headroom and self-noise determine whether dialogue stays clean in quiet scenes and loud environments alike.

• Maximum SPL: 134 dB (10% THD) — handles loud vocalists and stage performers without breakup
• Dynamic Range: 102 dB (A-weighted) — wide working range from whispers to full-volume speech
• Equivalent Noise Level: 24 dB A-weighted — quiet enough for intimate dialogue and broadcast studios
• Sensitivity: 20 mV/Pa — normal sensitivity suited to standard wireless transmitter inputs

Build, Cable, and Power — Designed for Daily Field Use

A lavalier lives a hard life on set, so the housing, cable, and connector system must survive repeated mounting, sweat, and the constant flexing of body movement.

• Housing: Stainless steel with PVD coating — resists high temperatures, impacts, and abrasion
• Cable Length: 1.8 m with Kevlar strain relief — survives the twists, bends, and pulls of daily field use
• Connector: MicroLock male — secure locking connection, backward-compatible with MicroDot adapters
• Operating Voltage: 5–10 V plug-in power — runs from any standard wireless bodypack transmitter
• Weight: 8 g (with cable) — light enough to disappear in wardrobe without pulling on fabric

Who Should Choose the DPA 6060-OC-U-B90

The DPA 6060-OC-U-B90 is the right choice for broadcast audio engineers, theater sound designers, and film/TV location sound mixers who need a lavalier that disappears on camera yet delivers reference-grade vocal capture. It suits corporate presenters, houses of worship, and live-event broadcasters who run wireless systems from Shure, Sennheiser, Sony, Lectrosonics, and other major brands, thanks to the modular MicroLock-to-MicroDot adapter ecosystem. Theater productions benefit from the omnidirectional pickup that keeps dialogue intelligible when actors move and turn, while ENG and documentary crews value the IP58 sealing for outdoor shoots in unpredictable weather. The 6060 CORE is also a strong upgrade path for users stepping up from entry-level lavs who want the natural, open sound that has defined DPA's reputation.

DPA Microphones — Danish Precision in Professional Audio

DPA Microphones has been designing and manufacturing professional condenser microphones in Denmark for decades, with the 4060 series becoming a long-standing reference in broadcast, theater, and film sound. The 6060 CORE subminiature series extends that heritage into a 3 mm form factor, applying the company's CORE amplifier technology to deliver extended dynamic range and low self-noise in a capsule small enough to vanish on screen. Built around a stainless steel housing with PVD coating and a hermetically sealed amplifier, the 6060 reflects DPA's commitment to longevity and consistent sonic character across its product lines.