Shure DCA901 Digital Coverage Array Microphone Live from the ASB Classic!
The future of broadcast audio capture has arrived.
PHOTO: ASB CLASSIC
Feedback from Ben Bull, Audio and Innovations Manager at Sky Television NZ
“Sky NZ recently trialled the Shure DCA901 during coverage of the ASB Classic, and the experience was very positive. The system was easy to deploy, truly plug‑and‑play, and integrated smoothly into a live tennis production environment.
Using a single DCA901, we found its performance comparable to a traditional fixed tennis miking setup. With two units covering each side of the court, the DCA901 could comfortably rival — and in some cases replace — conventional deployments using multiple shotgun microphones.
Its zone and channel isolation made transitions between singles and doubles seamless, eliminating the need to physically reposition microphones. Height control further improved clarity on serves and ball strikes while reducing spill.
Overall, the DCA901 delivered strong sound quality, flexibility, and operational confidence, making it a compelling modern alternative for professional tennis coverage.”
Real world testing is already proving the potential of the Shure DCA901 Digital Coverage Array microphone.
In January, the Shure DCA901 Digital Coverage Array microphone was trialled at the ASB Classic — and wow did it deliver! Using a single DCA901, the team found performance comparable to a traditional fixed tennis microphone setup. Two units can cover the entire court, and the system could comfortably rival and in some cases replace conventional deployments using multiple shotgun microphones.
Key Benefits Observed at the ASB Classic:
- Fast plug and play deployment
- Zone and channel isolation enabling seamless transitions between singles and doubles
- Height control improving clarity on serves and ball strikes
- Reduced spill and improved court wide coverage
- Operational flexibility for dynamic sports environments
Overall, the Shure DCA901 delivered strong sound quality, flexibility, and operational confidence, positioning it as a compelling modern alternative for professional tennis broadcast coverage.