Capture audio where it happens, when it happens and put your viewer in the game with the Shure DCCA901 digital array microphone.

As the first true digital array microphone built specifically for broadcast, it recreates the front-row experience with immersive, natural sound that adds depth and realism to everything from high-intensity sports to live studio productions. By combining advanced digital steering with streamlined connectivity, the DCA901 reduces setup complexity and offers powerful tools that allow you to shape your mix with precision.

With digitally steerable lobes, a single DCA901 can capture up to eight isolated audio channels, replacing multiple analog microphones and minimizing cabling. Each lobe can be adjusted virtually, so coverage follows the performance without the need to reposition gear. A single Dante or AES67 connection delivers audio, power, and control while the built-in DSP manages EQ, compression, delay, and automixing, letting you focus on the creation not the gear.

The DCA901 actively supports REMI production and alternate feeds, with presets to keep configurations consistent across venues, shows, and seasons. Its ability to capture 5.1 immersive audio while providing stereo conversion ensures full compatibility with modern and legacy formats. With a low-profile design built to blend into stadiums, studios, or mobile rigs, the DCA901 delivers clean installation camera-ready discretion, and the experience your audience is looking for.

Shure DCA901 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

Shure DCA901 Specifications

• GENERAL
  • 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 SPECIFICATIONS
  • 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  to 40°C 
  • Storage Temperature Range: −29°C to 74°C