The DPA 4017 shotgun mic capsule is a condenser microphone equipped with a highly directional hypercardioid pickup pattern; obtained using a supercardioid design with an interference tube that provides excellent off-axis rejection. The shotgun mic capsule is fully immune to RF emission and the .75" condenser cartridge is capable of handling peak SPLs of 152dB before clipping. Designed for a broad range of applications, the pencil microphones Series is ideal for use with camera systems, in fixed positions at sports facilities, for broadcast/ENG/film booming and even studio recording environments. The condenser capsule uses a high-voltage pre-polarized backplate, endowing the shotgun with high output as well as wide dynamics, extremely low noise and distortion specifications. The 4017 capsule, combined with the MMP-B preamplifier, is a short and exceptionally lightweight shotgun microphone with impressive accuracy, clarity and musicality.