Warm Audio WA-87 R2 TS

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Warm Audio WA-87 R2 TS

Warm Audio

WA-87 R2 TS

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 597698
Model: WA-87 R2 TS
Price: $1,593.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

This stereo pair is a serious contender in the large-diaphragm world. The custom transformer and NOS transistors give it a distinct, pleasingly smooth character, leaning towards a vintage vibe. It's a fantastic choice for singers, voice-over artists, and acoustic instrument recording who want a premium-priced, authentic sound.

Product Description

  • Warm Audio WA-87 R2 TS
  • Large Diaphragm FET Condenser Microphone Stereo Pair
  • Limited Edition
  • Custom CineMag USA transformer
  • Polar pattern: cardioid
  • omnidirectional and figure-of-eight
  • True-to-original WA-87-B-50V capsule
  • Gold-sputtered 6 µm NOS Mylar membrane
  • 100% discrete circuit with NOS Fairchild transistors
  • LoCut: 80 Hz
  • Pad: -10 db
  • Max. SPL: 125 / 132 dB SPL (@ 1 kHz 1 kOhms 0.5% THD 0 / -10 dB)
  • Signal-to-noise ratio: -117 dB
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20
  • 000 Hz
  • Output impedance: 150 ohm
  • 48 V phantom power
  • Gold-plated 3-pin XLR connection
  • Nickel-plated brass case with limited edition in titanium style

*Delivery contents:*, 2 x WA-87 R2 TS microphones, 2 Titanium shock mounts, 2 Artificial leather bags, 2 Microphone holders, SKB Black flight case with individual serial number

PROS
  • • CineMag transformer adds warmth, depth beyond standard 87 clones.
  • • NOS Fairchild transistors deliver a uniquely creamy, vintage character.
  • • WA-87-B-50V capsule provides a remarkably accurate Neumann U67-esque response.
  • • Titanium shock mounts and SKB case offer serious protection and pro-level presentation.
CONS
  • • The nickel-plated brass case is heavy, impacting portability for some users.
  • • While versatile, it excels at vocals and acoustic instruments, limiting broader utility.
  • • High-end components increase susceptibility to noise in less-than-ideal recording environments.

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Key Features

Mic Type Large Diaphragm FET Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8
Frequency Range 20 Hz – 20,000 Hz
Max SPL 132 dB SPL (@ 1 kHz 1 kOhms 0.5% THD -10 dB)
Sensitivity -117 dB
Connector Gold-plated 3-pin XLR
Weight Approximately 1.5 lbs (per microphone, estimate based on similar models)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The CineMag adds a subtle but noticeable warmth and harmonic richness, reducing harshness and providing a more rounded, vintage-inspired tone.
NOS (New Old Stock) Fairchild transistors offer a unique sonic signature – a creamy, slightly compressed quality – that's difficult to replicate with modern equivalents; it's a genuine factor in the mic's character.
While the specs indicate low self-noise, it’s crucial to have a clean preamp; in noisy environments, you might hear a slight hiss – typical of mics with this level of detail.

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