[…]simply wasn’t out there. We knew we would have to develop our 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 visually inspected and […]
Warm Audio WA-87r2 FET Condenser Microphone In 2016, Warm Audio introduced one of the most talked-about 87-style FET condenser microphones in the industry with the release of the WA-87, and at just $599 USD it made the looks and authentic vintage sonics of this style of mic affordable to customers for the very first time. Simply put, the release of the WA-87 changed the industry’s perception of what could be achieved at an affordable price. Based on classic 60s circuitry, the WA-87’s rich sound became a favorite of countless producers, engineers, and home recordists everywhere. It was Warm Audio’s first microphone and […]
[…]the WA-2A would be for nothing if we couldn’t make it affordable. Since the start of Warm Audio we have strived to give an unprecedented value to our customers, by putting high end audio within the reach of more people than ever before. This philosophy drives everything we do, and every product we offer. SPECIFICATIONS ‘2A Style, Transformer balanced, high voltage, opto tube compressor Fully discrete signal path Utilizes custom USA made CineMag input and output transformers Utilizes USA made Kenetek opto attenuator. Socketed to allow for retro-fitting with other opto-cells Premium Tung-Sol and Electro-Harmonix tubes. 2x 12ax7, 1x 12bh7, 1x 6aq5 Variable Pre-emphasis, allows […]
[…]rounded off with a CineMag USA output transformer. The WA-87 proudly uses our own Warm Audio WA-87-B-50V custom capsule reproduction stylized after the classic K87 dual backplate/dual diaphragm capsule found in the early ‘87 microphones It all starts with the microphone The importance of a good microphone cannot be overstated; but unfortunately, finding a truly great microphone within a budget has always been challenging for aspiring engineers. There are very usable microphones available for those on a budget; but top shelf, classic studio microphones are financially out of reach for most people. We applied all that we know about bridging this barrier into crafting a microphone that reaches the level […]
[…]and is rounded off with a CineMag USA output transformer. The WA-87 proudly uses our own Warm Audio WA-87-B-50V custom capsule reproduction stylized after the classic K87 dual backplate/dual diaphragm capsule found in the early ‘87 microphones The importance of a good microphone cannot be overstated; but unfortunately, finding a truly great microphone within a budget has always been challenging for aspiring engineers. There are very usable microphones available for those on a budget; but top shelf, classic studio microphones are financially out of reach for most people. We applied all that we know about bridging this barrier into crafting a microphone that reaches the level of quality and sonics mostly […]
[…]go-to choice for vocals, guitars, drum toms and overheads, pianos, brass and strings. The folks at Warm Audio went to great lengths to recreate the capsule from the original ’67, making sure that it performs the same way, has the same frequency response and contributes to the same chewy character as the original. That meant not only ensuring that the hole pattern was identical, but they also made sure to craft the entire assembly out of brass (including the mounting rings) just like the original design. In addition, top-shelf components were used to complete Warm’s version of the original circuit. High-bandwidth […]
Warm Audio WA-412 4 channel mic preamp The Warm Audio WA-412 provides 4 channels of classic American console preamps in a sleek 1RU design. This style of preamp is known for its BIG punchy low end and smooth open top end. If you are looking for multiple channels of world class tone in an affordable package, the WA-412 is the right choice for you. The WA-412 has all of the features one would expect from this style of preamp… and more. Output Trim is available on every channel for precise control and creative gain structuring. A Tone switch (transformer input impedance) is also available on each […]
[…]Gain For Low-Output Mics And Low-Volume Sources 48v Phantom Power & Polarity Switch Classic Warm Audio Tone Control That Alters The Input Transformer Impedance Adding Extra Analog Color 80Hz High-Pass Filter To Control Unruly Bass Frequencies 2kHz Low-Pass Filter To Focus Preamp Power & Warmth On Mids For Added Punch Inputs: XLR Mic, TS Instrument & TRS Line. Outputs: XLR / TRS Line Level VU Meter Level Indication Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz Aluminum Faceplate, Steel Chassis, & Vintage Bakelite-Style Knobs Internal IEC 115v/230v Power Inlet Popular Uses Wide Range of Preamp Tones On Tap Wide-open & clean tube tone delivered by […]
[…]Gain For Low-Output Mics And Low-Volume Sources 48v Phantom Power & Polarity Switch Classic Warm Audio Tone Control That Alters The Input Transformer Impedance Adding Extra Analog Color 80Hz High-Pass Filter To Control Unruly Bass Frequencies 2kHz Low-Pass Filter To Focus Preamp Power & Warmth On Mids For Added Punch Inputs: XLR Mic, TS Instrument & TRS Line. Outputs: XLR / TRS Line Level VU Meter Level Indication Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz Aluminum Faceplate, Steel Chassis, & Vintage Bakelite-Style Knobs Internal IEC 115v/230v Power Inlet Popular Uses Wide Range of Preamp Tones On Tap Wide-open & clean tube tone delivered by […]
[…]60s circuit that is widely considered to be one of the greatest studio microphones ever designed. Warm Audio spent countless hours trying to get even closer to the sound of the vintage version than they did had with the WA-87, so the new 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. We also employed the same capsule the WA-87 uses, which […]