Shure DCA901 Broadcast Microphone Array

Product Overview

The Shure DCA901 is a compact digital broadcast microphone array that captures up to eight isolated channels of high-fidelity audio over a single network cable. Digitally steerable pickup zones isolate the sounds that matter while minimizing ambient noise, which lets broadcast engineers reduce microphone count and reposition coverage without moving hardware. Built-in DSP and single-cable infrastructure speed setup and replace bulky analog rigs, supporting story-driven sound and modern broadcast audio production workflows. This array is built for sports, live events, and media production where capturing the action cleanly is the priority.

Product Description

The DCA901 condenses a large array of internal microphone elements into eight adjustable pickup zones, each delivered as an isolated audio channel. Steerable lobes let an engineer virtually aim coverage and use Auto Position to orient a lobe quickly, isolating on-field or on-stage sound while rejecting off-axis crowd and venue noise. A single Dante or AES67 connection carries audio, power, and control, simplifying routing and reducing the failure points common to multi-cable analog setups. Internal DSP handles EQ, compression, delay, and automixing at the source, so mixes are cleaner and engineers spend less time managing outboard hardware. The array actively supports REMI (remote integration) workflows and alternate feeds with flexible routing and remote lobe control, and presets make deployments repeatable across shows or seasons. It supports 5.1 immersive capture and stereo conversion for both modern and legacy delivery formats, and its low-profile design installs cleanly in studios, venues, and mobile production environments. A no-cost public preview of Action Isolator software helps engineers bring key action sounds forward across the eight channels, requiring Dante Virtual Soundcard and Windows 11. Compatible accessories such as the DCA901 windjammer are available at creationnetworks.net.

Key Features

• Eight Isolated Channels — Captures up to eight independent audio channels from one compact broadcast array.
• Steerable Pickup Lobes — Virtually adjust pickup zones to isolate target sound and reduce microphone count, with Auto Position for fast orientation.
• Single-Cable Infrastructure — One Dante or AES67 connection delivers audio, power, and control to simplify routing and reduce failure points.
• Built-In DSP — Onboard EQ, compression, delay, and automixing process audio at the source for cleaner mixes.
• REMI Workflow Support — Flexible routing, alternate feeds, and remote lobe control suit remote-integration broadcast production.
• Presets — Save and recall configurations for consistent, repeatable deployments across shows and seasons.
• Immersive and Legacy Formats — Supports 5.1 immersive capture and stereo conversion for modern and legacy delivery.
• Low-Profile Design — Installs cleanly and blends into camera-ready studio, venue, and mobile environments.
• Action Isolator Software Preview — Optional software brings key action sounds forward across channels (Dante Virtual Soundcard and Windows 11 required).

Typical Applications

• Broadcast studio — Captures isolated, high-fidelity channels for live and recorded production with minimal cabling.
• Auditorium — Isolates stage and audience zones for events and performance capture.
• House of worship — Improves livestream sound by capturing congregation and platform audio with steerable zones.
• Multi-purpose room — Adapts pickup zones as the space and production needs change between events.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How many channels can the DCA901 capture?
It captures up to eight isolated audio channels from a single compact array, each from a steerable pickup zone.

How does it connect and get power?
A single Dante or AES67 network connection carries audio, power, and control, which reduces cabling and potential failure points compared with analog setups.

Does it fit remote production workflows?
Yes. It supports REMI workflows with flexible routing, alternate feeds, and remote lobe control, and presets make repeat deployments consistent.

Can it deliver immersive audio?
It supports 5.1 immersive capture and stereo conversion, covering both modern immersive and legacy delivery formats.

What is Action Isolator, and what about warranty?
Action Isolator is a free public-preview software that helps bring key action sounds forward across channels and requires Dante Virtual Soundcard and Windows 11. The array carries the manufacturer warranty; contact the Creation Networks team for integration and warranty support.