Authentic Recreation Of The Most Truthful Studio Mic Of All Time
Blast from the Past
The WA-14 is a classic condenser microphone based on the early 1970's microphone used on countless hit records. The WA-14 utilizes a custom all-brass CK12-style capsule, a CineMag USA transformer, and a fully discrete signal path. The WA-14 can be used on an array of sources, such as punchy/warm intimate lead vocals, acoustic/electric guitars, bass, drums/percussion, strings/orchestral material, and many other sources. The WA-14 provides a realism and thickness that is true to the vintage microphone, but now at an affordable price.
Brass Capsule
The WA-12-B-60V is an all-brass, edge-terminated capsule that captures all the smoothness, rich top end, and warm vintage sonics of the original CK12 capsule. The WA-12-B-60V uses a variant CEK-12 back plate as a basis, which overcomes manufacturing limitations of the original CK12 capsule. The o-ring and housing of the WA-12-B-60V are all made from brass (no teflon parts), and the diaphragm is 24kt gold-sputtered, 6-micron, NOS PET film (mylar). The end result is a very consistent, reliable capsule which matches the frequency response and tonality of the classic 1970's capsule.
Born Out of Need
When designing their first microphone, Warm Audio knew that the single greatest challenge would be to offer a capsule that was built to a high standard and priced in a range that everyday musicians and engineers could afford. They already knew where to find great microphone transformers, precision resistors, polystyrene, tantalum, and WIMA film capacitors, but they came to realize that they should develop their own line of capsules.
The WA (Warm Audio) brand of capsule is the result of several years of research, a lifetime of listening, and a passion for great sound. Above all else, Warm Audio capsules came from the desire to give customers far more quality/value than what they are used to getting in an affordable microphone. Every Warm Audio capsule is made in the same small assembly house in a clean-room environment, and packaged in its own protective jewel case until the moment it is loaded into the microphone. Every capsule is visually inspected and electrically tested for imperfections. Every capsule is also made with all brass parts (no teflon or other cost saving material) and is carefully skinned from the same supply of high-purity NOS Mylar (PET film).
Warm Audio WA-47jr Large-Diaphragm FET Condenser Microphone (Black)
Contemporary Version Of The Popular '47-Style Studio Mic
Contemporary Version Of A Classic Sound
The WA-47jr is a contemporary version of the legendary 47-style studio microphone that delivers rich analog tone with modern circuitry. The WA-47 jr is equally at home in a project studio or in a world-class recording facility. The WA-47jr features a k47-style capsule that is used by the vintage originals to capture legendary recordings by modern artists including Billie Eilish, Harry Styles, Adele and many more.
Past, Meet Present
Combining possibly the greatest condenser capsule of all time with our carefully crafted, modern circuit delivers that analog warmth and pristine detail for capturing everything from vocals, to toms, to acoustic guitar. The sound profile of the WA-47jr blends past and present to achieve the ideal blend of vintage tone and modern performance.
The K47-style capsule reproduction features dual gold-sputtered, 6-micron Mylar diaphragms with a single backplate. The fully discrete signal path includes Toshiba FETs, WIMA film capacitors, and Panasonic electrolytic capacitors to deliver the clean tone associated with transformerless microphones. With a gold-plated XLR 3-pin connector and operability via 48V phantom power, it is compatible with most mixing consoles and mic preamps. It comes with a vibration-reducing shockmount and a compact hardmount to allow flexibility in placement and positioning.
Custom Capsule
The WA-47jr utilizes a custom reproduction of the vintage K47-style capsule that was used in the classic U47 microphone—designed with the same pattern and frequency response. Warm Audio's version of this capsule (model WA-47-B-80v) is carefully manufactured by an Australian capsule manufacturer whose precision and consistency allows sonic replication of the most important piece of this classic style of microphone.
Low Noise
The WA-47jr's discrete signal path pairs with the true U47-style capsule to obtain a very similar tone to the classic U47 microphone. The low self-noise of only 9 dBA enables pristine capture of quiet sound sources.
Tone-Impacting Components
The WA-47jr incorporates a modernized and simplified circuit design. Toshiba FETs, WIMA film capacitors, and Panasonic electrolytic capacitors contribute to the signature tone of the mic.
Configuration Flexibility
Three polar patterns and a -10 dB pad enable versatility for close and distant positions and loud and quiet sources. The 70 Hz high-pass filter aids in reducing rumble, proximity effect, and excessive low frequencies.
Features at a Glance
Updated transformerless version of the highly coveted classic '47 microphone
Warm Audio WA-47jr Large-Diaphragm FET Condenser Microphone (Nickel)
Contemporary Version Of The Popular '47-Style Studio Mic
Contemporary Version Of A Classic Sound
The WA-47jr is a contemporary version of the legendary 47-style studio microphone that delivers rich analog tone with modern circuitry. The WA-47 jr is equally at home in a project studio or in a world-class recording facility. The WA-47jr features a k47-style capsule that is used by the vintage originals to capture legendary recordings by modern artists including Billie Eilish, Harry Styles, Adele and many more.
Past, Meet Present
Combining possibly the greatest condenser capsule of all time with our carefully crafted, modern circuit delivers that analog warmth and pristine detail for capturing everything from vocals, to toms, to acoustic guitar. The sound profile of the WA-47jr blends past and present to achieve the ideal blend of vintage tone and modern performance.
The K47-style capsule reproduction features dual gold-sputtered, 6-micron Mylar diaphragms with a single backplate. The fully discrete signal path includes Toshiba FETs, WIMA film capacitors, and Panasonic electrolytic capacitors to deliver the clean tone associated with transformerless microphones. With a gold-plated XLR 3-pin connector and operability via 48V phantom power, it is compatible with most mixing consoles and mic preamps. It comes with a vibration-reducing shockmount and a compact hardmount to allow flexibility in placement and positioning.
Custom Capsule
The WA-47jr utilizes a custom reproduction of the vintage K47-style capsule that was used in the classic U47 microphone—designed with the same pattern and frequency response. Warm Audio's version of this capsule (model WA-47-B-80v) is carefully manufactured by an Australian capsule manufacturer whose precision and consistency allows sonic replication of the most important piece of this classic style of microphone.
Low Noise
The WA-47jr's discrete signal path pairs with the true U47-style capsule to obtain a very similar tone to the classic U47 microphone. The low self-noise of only 9 dBA enables pristine capture of quiet sound sources.
Tone-Impacting Components
The WA-47jr incorporates a modernized and simplified circuit design. Toshiba FETs, WIMA film capacitors, and Panasonic electrolytic capacitors contribute to the signature tone of the mic.
Configuration Flexibility
Three polar patterns and a -10 dB pad enable versatility for close and distant positions and loud and quiet sources. The 70 Hz high-pass filter aids in reducing rumble, proximity effect, and excessive low frequencies.
Features at a Glance
Updated transformerless version of the highly coveted classic '47 microphone
Proper Recreation That Captures The Sound Of Legendary, Analog-Era Vocals
Analog Warmth & Clarity
The WA-67 is a proper recreation of a microphone that famously captured the sound of numerous legendary vocal performances in the height of the analog-era and continues to be a coveted sound today. The WA-67 delivers rich vocal recordings with smooth top end, just like the original as heard on recordings by artists like The Beatles, David Bowie, Bob Dylan, The Beach Boys, Radiohead and many more.
The Perfect Balance Of Vintage Meets Modern
Having the same smooth and creamy tone of the original, the WA-67 excels at recording just about anything that you put in front of it. The original blends chewy midrange warmth associated with vintage tube mics with pristine top-end from the all-brass capsule. This recipe provides the unmistakable “vintage meets modern” tone found only in the most prized original mics of the early 1960s. While 67-style mics are best known for vocals, you may find that the WA-67 can become a fast favorite for rich acoustic guitar, warm guitar cabs, and intimate room tones.
Like the original 67-style mic, the WA-67 includes all the features that deliver a complete and professional recording experience.
The all-brass K67-style capsule provides the performance of the original by adding top-end brilliance without sacrificing warmth in the lower mids and presence in the upper-mids. This mic was made to stand out!
Three polar patterns (cardioid, omni, and figure-8) give you a variety of options to choose how you want to capture stereo sounds and reject noise.
The -10 pad provides more headroom to record loud sources with the impressive detail of a large-diaphragm condenser.
The switchable 80 Hz high pass filter makes it easy to remove unruly bass noise from sources before you even hit record.
Warm Audio WA-67Specs
Key Specs
Polar Pattern
Cardioid / Figure-8 / Omnidirectional
Element Type
Condenser
Controls
Polar Pattern, Pad, Low Cut/HPF
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
138 dB
Analog Output
1x XLR 7-Pin (on Mic)
1x XLR 3-Pin (on Power Supply)
Power Sources
External PSU
Microphone
Polar Pattern
Cardioid / Figure-8 / Omnidirectional
Element Type
Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Orientation
Side Address
Controls
Polar Pattern, Pad, Low Cut/HPF
Pad
-10 dB
Circuitry
Tube (EF86)
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
138 dB
Equivalent Noise Level
17 dB (A-Weighted)
Connectivity
Analog Output
1x XLR 7-Pin (on Mic)
1x XLR 3-Pin (on Power Supply)
True Reproduction Of The OG Mic For Rap, Hip-Hop & R&B
The WA-8000 is a true reproduction of a 90s modern-classic known as the go-to mic for rap, hip-hop, R&B and pop. The original 90’s 800-style mic has delivered platinum recordings for artists such as Dr. Dre, Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Rihanna, Drake and many more.
Unapologetic Clarity & Detail
Just like the original, the WA-8000 boasts a natural and open top end, supremely clear midrange, and the ability to render detail beyond most mics on the planet. Whether on vocals, drums, acoustic guitar, or in the room, the WA-8000 rises to the occasion and delivers all of that signature clarity, beat for beat.
Like the original 800-style mic, the WA-8000 includes all the features that deliver a complete and professional recording experience.
Using an all-brass, custom K67-style capsule coupled with the original circuit design, the WA-8000 captures every subtle nuance of vocal and acoustic performances.
The WA-8000 uses a NOS tube to match the tonal character of the original - known for consistent performance without overheating.
The WA-8000 uses a custom-made transformer from Lundahl Sweden, delivering unmatched top-end and detail that listeners quickly recognize when selecting the WA-8000 to capture a performance.
Capture focused lead vocals & instruments with the cardioid pattern, or set the WA-8000 to omnidirectional mode to capture room tones, reflections, background vocals, and much more.
Warm Audio WA-8000Specs
Key Specs
Polar Pattern
Cardioid / Omnidirectional
Element Type
Condenser
Controls
Polar Pattern
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
131 dB (Cardioid)
134 dB (Omni)
Analog Output
1x XLR 7-Pin (on Mic)
1x XLR 3-Pin (on Power Supply)
Power Sources
External PSU
Microphone
Polar Pattern
Cardioid / Omnidirectional
Element Type
Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Orientation
Side Address
Controls
Polar Pattern
Pad
No
Circuitry
Tube (6AU6)
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
131 dB (Cardioid)
134 dB (Omni)
Dynamic Range
113 dB (A-Weighted)
Equivalent Noise Level
15 dB (Cardioid, A-Weighted)
117 dB (Omnidirectional, A-Weighted)
Connectivity
Analog Output
1x XLR 7-Pin (on Mic)
1x XLR 3-Pin (on Power Supply)
Power
Power Sources
External PSU
Operating Voltage
Not Specified by Manufacturer
AC Input Power (PSU)
115 to 230 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Physical
Color
Black
Mounting Thread Size
5/8"-27 Female
Dimensions
ø: 2.3 x L: 7.5" / ø: 5.8 x L: 19.1 cm
Weight
1.35 lb / 0.61 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
15.42 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
19.3 x 15.7 x 6.6"
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Authentic Reproduction Of The Most Popular Studio Vocal Mic Of All Time
The Original Hitmaker
The WA-87 R2 is an authentic reproduction of a truly iconic mic from the late-60s that is widely considered to be one of the greatest studio mics ever designed. Original 87s boast an artist roster that spans Paul McCartney & David Bowie all the way to Calvin Harris & Ed Sheeran.
Legendary Sound For Vocals And Beyond
Like the original, the WA-87 R2 delivers noticeably smooth bass and mids while adding the pristine top end that engineers have chased for decades. The signature 7-10kHz bump adds a radio-friendly edge to lead vocals and any source that needs to stand out in a mix. Three polar patterns give you versatility for any application.
New in the R2
Rounded head-basket shape adds additional space around the capsule for a more pleasing sonic signature
Improved frequency response over previous version
Premium Components Used Throughout
The WA-87 R2 is based on a classic 60s circuit that is widely considered to be one of the greatest studio microphones ever designed. Warm engineered the R2 to get even closer to the sound of the vintage version than the WA-87 did.
In order to do this, the WA-87 R2 uses top-quality components like a NOS Fairchild transistor and high-bandwidth polystyrene and film capacitors from Wima. The WA-87 R2 uses a custom-wound CineMag USA output transformer like the original WA-87 did, with the new version providing a slightly increased output level and improved frequency response. Warm also employed the same capsule the WA-87 uses, which was designed to the exact specifications of the ones found in the vintage mics.
Versatility
Just like the vintage microphone, the WA-87 R2 excels at recording virtually anything, such as vocals, drum overheads, guitars, piano, auxiliary percussion, brass, strings, and more. Three polar patterns (cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8) make sure you're covered for a wide variety of applications, and an 80 Hz high-pass filter reduces low-frequency rumble if needed. The switchable -10 dB pad comes in handy when you want to record extremely loud sources and not overload the internal electronics.
Great Look and Great Sound
The WA-87 R2 is now encased in a heavier, stronger, and larger nickel-plated brass body, and the new rounded head-basket shape adds additional space around the capsule for a more pleasing sonic signature.
Features
Large-diaphragm studio condenser microphone, with a faithful reproduction of the original vintage 87-style circuit
All discrete premium components, including an NOS Fairchild transistor and Wima/Nichicon capacitors
Authentic Reproduction Of The Most Popular Studio Vocal Mic Of All Time
The Original Hitmaker
The WA-87 R2 is an authentic reproduction of a truly iconic mic from the late-60s that is widely considered to be one of the greatest studio mics ever designed. Original 87s boast an artist roster that spans Paul McCartney & David Bowie all the way to Calvin Harris & Ed Sheeran.
Legendary Sound For Vocals And Beyond
Like the original, the WA-87 R2 delivers noticeably smooth bass and mids while adding the pristine top end that engineers have chased for decades. The signature 7-10kHz bump adds a radio-friendly edge to lead vocals and any source that needs to stand out in a mix. Three polar patterns give you versatility for any application.
New in the R2
Rounded head-basket shape adds additional space around the capsule for a more pleasing sonic signature
Improved frequency response over previous version
Premium Components Used Throughout
The WA-87 R2 is based on a classic 60s circuit that is widely considered to be one of the greatest studio microphones ever designed. Warm engineered the R2 to get even closer to the sound of the vintage version than the WA-87 did.
In order to do this, the WA-87 R2 uses top-quality components like a NOS Fairchild transistor and high-bandwidth polystyrene and film capacitors from Wima. The WA-87 R2 uses a custom-wound CineMag USA output transformer like the original WA-87 did, with the new version providing a slightly increased output level and improved frequency response. Warm also employed the same capsule the WA-87 uses, which was designed to the exact specifications of the ones found in the vintage mics.
Versatility
Just like the vintage microphone, the WA-87 R2 excels at recording virtually anything, such as vocals, drum overheads, guitars, piano, auxiliary percussion, brass, strings, and more. Three polar patterns (cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8) make sure you're covered for a wide variety of applications, and an 80 Hz high-pass filter reduces low-frequency rumble if needed. The switchable -10 dB pad comes in handy when you want to record extremely loud sources and not overload the internal electronics.
Great Look and Great Sound
The WA-87 R2 is now encased in a heavier, stronger, and larger nickel-plated brass body, and the new rounded head-basket shape adds additional space around the capsule for a more pleasing sonic signature.
Features
Large-diaphragm studio condenser microphone, with a faithful reproduction of the original vintage 87-style circuit
All discrete premium components, including an NOS Fairchild transistor and Wima/Nichicon capacitors