{"product_id":"dca901-microphone-1-dca901-broadcast-microphone-array","title":"Shure DCA901 Broadcast Microphone Array with Steerable Coverage","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"515\"\u003eThe Shure DCA901 Broadcast Microphone Array is a next-generation digital array microphone engineered specifically for professional broadcast environments. Designed to deliver immersive, front-row audio experiences, the DCA901 uses advanced steerable coverage technology to capture precise, natural sound across dynamic scenes such as live sports, studio productions, and large-scale events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"997\"\u003eWith the ability to capture up to eight isolated audio channels from a single unit, the DCA901 significantly reduces the need for multiple microphones and complex cabling. Its digitally steerable lobes allow engineers to adjust pickup zones remotely, ensuring optimal coverage without physically repositioning equipment. 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