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Grab Great Audio From Anywhere with This New DPA 4097 CORE+ Micro Shotgun Microphone

What can't this tiny shotgun mic do?

Jourdan Aldredge • May 29, 2026

Modern content creators and filmmakers have no shortage of options when it comes to wireless mic systems and shotgun mics aimed at helping you capture great audio in the field. As a result, for microphone brands to stand out, they need to offer something unique—a mic setup that balances audio quality with extreme versatility.

And that’s what we appear to have here with the new DPA 4097 CORE+ Micro Shotgun.

That's right. A micro shotgun. A small shotgun mic deisgned to get great audio from a distance and fit into tight spots while doing so. Designed for videography, indie filmmaking, or other types of broadcast and DIY journalism, this new shotgun microphone offers pro-quality features—specifically a ton of multipurpose, flexible features.

Let’s check it out.

The reach of a shotgun or boom mic with the small size and clipability of a lav allows the DPA CORE+ Micro Shotgun to get great audio from just about anywhere.

The DPA 4097 CORE+ Micro Shotgun

Let’s start by looking at the size of this micro shotgun mic. Set to weigh only 0.35 oz and feature a built-in shockmount and 4" gooseneck, the DPA 4097 CORE+ Micro Shotgun should be a nice option for hybrid creators as it will allow for a wide range of positioning options on set or out in the field.

Lighter than your usual boom mics, this DPA 4097 CORE+ Micro Shotgun should be easier to use to interview subjects both near and far. Plus, with its small footprint, it should also make it exceptionally good as a directional plant mic, delivering great audio from tight spots.

The mic features a supercardioid polar pattern that focuses audio capture on the subject. This should help reduce unwanted off-axis background noise and enhance overall speech intelligibility.

Price and Availability

In addition to the flexibility and audio recording capabilities mentioned above, the mic will also boast some upgraded CORE+ technology that should help to deliver low self-noise, high sensitivity, and high SPL handling capacity—making it even more uniquely qualified for run-and-gun style content where there might be unpredictable shoots when a subject yells or shouts.

If you’re curious to check out the DPA 4097 CORE+ Micro Shotgun and see what it could offer for your hybrid or mixed-use video projects, here are the full specs and purchase options.

  • For TV, Indie Film, Video & Interviews

  • 4" Gooseneck, Integrated Shockmount

  • CORE+ for Wide Dynamic Range, Higher SPL

  • Handles 136 Peak SPL with 10% THD

  • Rated IP58 for Dust & Water Resistance

  • Easily Planted / Hidden Mic

  • Secure MicroLock Connector

  • XLR & Transmitter Adapters Available


Price: $660

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