DCA901
Broadcast Microphone Array
SKU: DCA901
The DCA901 opens new possibilities for capturing sound in broadcast and media production. This compact digital...
Isolate the Action That Matters
Action Isolator is professional software for broadcast engineers that identifies key action sounds across up to eight channels to assist in bringing them forward in the mix. Game-defining audio remains clear while minimizing crowd and venue sound. This is a public preview offered at no cost.
Free for a limited time from Shure. Requires Dante Virtual Soundcard and Windows 11.
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Shure Product Benefits
Shape Sound with Precision
Steerable lobes isolate the zones you want, minimizing ambient off-axis noise. Use Auto Position to quickly orient the lobe in your desired direction.
Streamlined Infrastructure
One network cable carries audio, power, and control, simplifying routing and reducing risk.
Simplify the Signal Chain
Internal DSP handles EQ, compression, delay, and automixing, reducing hardware needs and giving you more time to focus on sound design.
Fast, Repeatable Setup
Save and recall presets to deploy faster and maintain consistency across broadcasts, venues, or events.
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How Leading Churches Are Improving Congregation Sound Capture in Their Livestreams
Digital array microphone technology is helping churches improve congregation sound capture in every church live stream with greater clarity, consistency, and cost-effectiveness. By better capturing congregational worship and room response, churches can create more immersive livestream audio experiences while simplifying system design and reducing microphone complexity.
AI in Broadcast Audio: How Shure and the DCA901 Are Changing Live Production
Discover Shure’s breakthrough with Agentic AI at IBC 2025, where the DCA901 Broadcast Microphone Array and intelligent audio agents are helping broadcast engineers focus more on creative storytelling and less on managing equipment.
The Next Revolution in Sports Broadcasts Starts with Intelligent Audio
Intelligent audio is transforming sports broadcasting — bringing fans closer to the action than ever before. Discover how the Shure DCA901 Broadcast Microphone Array and Edge Sound Research’s Virtual Sound Engine deliver immersive, front-row sound experiences and streamline production workflows.
The Sound Behind Second Base: How the Shure DCA901 Captures What Others Miss
In a professional baseball broadcast, Broadcast Audio Engineer Marty Farrelly set out to capture clearer infield audio at second base—one of the most challenging positions for isolating player and game sound. This article explores how the Shure DCA901 Broadcast Microphone Array improved baseball audio capture using steerable lobes, delivering precise on-field pickup, reduced microphone count, and real-time control during live production.
From 12 Analog Mics to 2 Digital Arrays: The DCA901 Redefines Audio for Professional Basketball Broadcasts
Delivering clear, consistent basketball audio in live broadcast environments is more challenging than ever. This article explores how the Shure DCA901 Broadcast Microphone Array improves basketball audio capture and enables precise control of on-court sound through steerable lobes, integrated DSP, and real-world deployment in professional basketball broadcasts.
How Steerable Lobes Redefine Broadcast Audio Capture
Shure’s DCA901 Broadcast Microphone Array uses digitally steerable lobes to capture precise, high-quality audio for live broadcasts. It combines 78 internal microphones into eight adjustable pickup zones with integrated DSP, reducing setup complexity and hardware footprint. Benefits include superior isolation, minimal ambient noise, and streamlined control via a web interface—ideal for sports and live events.
