{"product_id":"musictoner-chucklevins-shure-dca901-digital-array-microphone","title":"Shure DCA901 Digital Array Microphone","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e \u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eNext-Generation Clarity – The Shure DCA901 Broadcast Microphone Array\u003c\/h4\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe Shure DCA901 is the first true digital array microphone built for broadcast, delivering immersive sound, simplified setup, and unmatched flexibility. With onboard DSP, digitally steerable lobes, and seamless integration, it reduces the need for bulky analog gear while ensuring pristine audio capture for sports, news, and studio productions.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCapture up to eight isolated audio channels from a single broadcast microphone array\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSteerable lobes virtually adjust pickup zones, reducing mic count and repositioning\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSingle Dante or AES67 connection delivers audio, power, and control\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in DSP with EQ, compression, delay, and automixing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupports REMI workflows and alternate feeds with flexible routing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePresets streamline deployment for consistent configurations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSeamless 5.1 immersive capture and stereo conversion\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLow-profile design installs cleanly in stadiums, studios, or mobile setups\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eFrom the roar of the crowd to subtle on-field reactions, the DCA901 puts viewers closer to the action. Built to outperform traditional systems, it offers more control with less hardware – turning every broadcast into a front-row experience.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeneral\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoverage Type: Steerable\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePower Requirements: Power over Ethernet (PoE), Class 0\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePower Consumption: 10.1 W maximum\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eControl Software: Browser-based web application\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCable Requirements: Cat 5e or higher (shielded recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConnector Type: RJ45\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMicrophone\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 100 Hz to 20 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDigital Output: AES67 or Dante\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChannel Count: 12 total (8 channel outputs, 1 mono automix, stereo left\/right automix, 1 PFL)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSampling Rate: 48 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBit Depth: 24-bit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSensitivity (1 kHz): −36.4 dBFS\/Pa\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaximum SPL: 130.4 dB SPL\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio: 67.1 dB A-weighted (ref. 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLatency (not including Dante): Direct outputs 13.5 ms, Automix outputs 21.5 ms\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSelf Noise: 26.9 dB SPL-A\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDynamic Range: 103.5 dB\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in DSP: Automixing, noise reduction, compressor, delay, 4-band parametric EQ, mute, 140 dB gain range\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhysical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHeight: 1.64 in. (41.66 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiameter: 13.5 in. (342.9 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSmaller Top Diameter: 11.61 in. (294.89 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWeight: 5 lb. 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Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. 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