Shure DCA901 Broadcast Microphone Array

Shure DCA901 Broadcast Microphone ArrayThe DCA901 redefines how sound is captured for broadcast. As the first digital array microphone tailored for broadcast, it recreates the front row experience by delivering immersive, natural audio that pulls the viewer closer to the action. Whether covering a fast paced game or a live studio production, the DCA901 streamlines deployment and gives engineers more control to shape a rich, detailed mix that keeps every moment in focus. Digitally steerable

The DCA901 redefines how sound is captured for broadcast. As the first digital array microphone tailored for broadcast, it recreates the front-row experience by delivering immersive, natural audio that pulls the viewer closer to the action. Whether covering a fast-paced game or a live studio production, the DCA901 streamlines deployment and gives engineers more control to shape a rich, detailed mix that keeps every moment in focus. Digitally steerable lobes cover more ground than traditional analog setups, capturing everything from fast-paced movements to subtle exchanges with fewer physical mics and cables. One network connection delivers up to eight channels of focused, high-fidelity audio with built-in DSP and direct outputs. 

Features

• Capture up to eight isolated audio channels from a single broadcast microphone array
  
• Steerable lobes let you virtually adjust pickup zones, reducing mic count and eliminating the need to reposition gear
  
• A single Dante or AES67 connection delivers audio, power, and control, simplifying routing and minimizing failure points
  
• Built-in DSP handles EQ, compression, delay, and automixing, giving you more time to focus on creative sound design
  
• Actively supports REMI workflows and alternate feeds with flexible routing and remote lobe control
  
• Presets streamline deployments and ensure consistent configurations across shows or seasons
  
• Supports seamless 5.1 immersive capture and stereo conversion for both modern and legacy formats
  
• Low profile design installs cleanly in stadiums, studios, or mobile setups and blends into camera-ready environments 

Specifications

• Coverage Type Steerable
  
• Power Requirements Power over Ethernet (PoE), Class 0
  
• Power Consumption 10.1 W maximum
  
• Control Software Browser-based web application
  
• Cable Requirements Cat 5e or higher (shielded cable recommended)
  
• Connector Type RJ45

Microphone

• Frequency Response 100 Hz to 20 kHz
  
• AES67 or Dante Digital Output
  
• Channel Count: 12 total channels: 8 channel outputs, 1 mono automix output, stereo left and right automix outputs, and 1 PFL output
  
• Sampling Rate: 48 kHz
  
• Bit Depth: 24
  
• Sensitivity at 1 kHz −36.4 dBFS/Pa
  
• Maximum SPL Relative to 0 dBFS overload
  130.4 dB SPL
  
• Signal-To-Noise Ratio Ref. 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz
  67.1 dB A-weighted
  
• Latency Not including Dante latency
  Direct outputs : 13.5 ms
  Automix outputs: 21.5 ms
  
• Self Noise 26.9 dB SPL-A
  
• Dynamic Range 103.5 dB
  
• Built-in Digital Signal Processing Automatic mixing, noise reduction, compressor, delay, equalizer (4-band parametric), mute, gain (140 dB range)

Physical Specs

• Dimensions
  
• Height: 1.64 in. (41.66 mm)
  
• Diameter: 13.5 in. (342.9 mm)
  
• Smaller top diameter: 11.61 in. (294.89 mm)
  
• Weight 5 lb. (2.3 kg)
  
• Plenum Rating UL2043 (Suitable for Air Handling Spaces)
  
• Dust Protection IEC 60529 IP5X Dust Protected
  
• Operating Temperature Range −6.7°C (20°F) to 40°C (104°F)
  
• Storage Temperature Range −29°C (-20°F) to 74°C (165°F)
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE Measured directly on-axis from a distance of 6 feet (1.83 m)