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WARM AUDIO - WA-87 R2 FET CONDENSER MICROPHONE (BLACK)
$1,099.00 CAD
Product Details
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.
Key Features
Like the original 87-style mic, the WA-87 R2 includes all the features that deliver a complete and professional recording experience.
The K87-style capsule is an authentic reproduction of the classic K87 capsule found on vintage 87-style mics, known for delivering incredible and especially pleasing and equally renowned high-end.
Three polar patterns (cardioid, omni, and figure-8) give you a variety of options to choose how you want to capture sound 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.
Technical Specifications
Product Description & External Specs
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Large-Diaphragm FET Condenser Microphone
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Switchable 10 dB Pad & 80 Hz High Pass Filter
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Three Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Figure-Of-Eight, And Omnidirectional
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Included Accessories: Wooden Storage Case, Hard Mount, & Shock Mount
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Color: Available In Nickel Or Black Finish
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5-Year Warranty
Components & Internal Specs
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Custom Reproduction Of Classic Dual Backplate (Four-Wire Termination) K87-Style Capsule Using A Gold-Sputtered Membrane & NOS Mylar (Pet Film)
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Cinemag USA Output Transformer
Performance Specs
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Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
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SPL: .5% THD @ 125 dB (Without Pad) | 132 dB With Pad
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Noise: -117dB
Polar Patterns
WA-87 R2 Frequency Chart - Cardioid
WA-87 R2 Frequency Chart - Figure Of Eight
WA-87 R2 Frequency Chart - Omni
Components
Premium Components - Elite Build Quality - Superior Sound
K87-Style Capsule
The K87-style capsule is a reproduction of the classic dual backplate (four-wire termination) capsule found in the original. This capsule captures incredible detail across the 20Hz - 20kHz frequency response. With an especially pleasing and equally renowned high-end, the capsule inside the WA-87 R2 will quickly make this a favorite mic on lead vocals and much more.
American-Made Transformer From CineMag
The WA-87 utilizes an American-made CineMag USA transformer. CineMag has a rich history of manufacturing some of the most sought-after American-made transformers. CineMag products date all the way back to World War II (as Reichenbach Engineering) and were pivotal in creating some of the most legendary audio products in the last 100 years. This transformer helps provide the full, truthful tone that one would hope to get from a vintage 70s-era 87-style condenser microphone.
NOS Fairchild Transistors & Premium Capacitors
The WA-87 R2 uses a premium, NOS Fairchild transistor - the same component found in the most exacting and expensive reissues. The capacitors in the WA-87 R2 come from the ultra-premium manufacturers WIMA and Nichicon, providing the excellent signal conversion that this circuit demands.
Hand Tested, Elite Build Quality
Every single WA-87 R2 is meticulously hand-inspected at Warm HQ in Austin,TX by real musicians and engineers with passion for superior sound.
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