Warm Audio WA-87 R2
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Warm Audio
WA-87 R2
Product Info
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The Warm Audio WA-87 R2 is a seriously impressive effort at recreating the classic Neumann 87 sound on a more affordable budget. It’s a great option for vocalists, acoustic instruments, and even drum overheads, offering a vintage-flavored warmth that's hard to resist. If you want that iconic sound without the premium-priced tag, this is a solid contender.
Product Description
- Warm Audio WA-87 R2
- Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
- Directional characteristic: Cardioid
- Omnidirectional
- Figure-8
- WA-87-B-50V capsule - Reproduction of the classic K87 capsule
- Gold-sputtered 6 µm NOS Mylar diaphragm
- 100% with discrete circuitry with an NOS Fairchild transistor
- WIMA/Nichicon capacitors
- Cinemag USA output transformer
- Lo Cut: 80 Hz
- PAD: -10 dB
- Max. SPL (sound pressure level): 125 dB SPL (@ 1 kHz 1 kOhms
- 0.5% THD (total harmonic distortion)
- without a pad)
- 132 dB SPL with a pad
- Signal-to-noise ratio: -117 dB
- Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20
- 000 Hz
- Output impedance: 150 Ohm
- Gold-plated 3-pin XLR connector
- Colour: Nickel
- Includes an elastic mount suspension
- a microphone holder
- and a wooden storage box
*Note:* Requires 48 V of phantom power!
- • The WA-87-B-50V capsule delivers a surprisingly authentic vintage Neumann vibe.
- • Discrete circuitry and Fairchild transistor contribute to a warm, low-noise signal.
- • Cinemag output transformer adds subtle harmonic richness and improved transient response.
- • Included accessories – suspension, holder, box – elevate the perceived value significantly.
- • The nickel finish, while aesthetically pleasing, can be a fingerprint magnet.
- • High self-noise compared to modern, ultra-quiet condenser microphones.
- • Lacks the extended top-end detail of some premium large-diaphragm mics.
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