Warm Audio WA-87 R2 Large-Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone

Warm Audio WA-87 R2 Condenser Microphone

Styled in a nickel finish, the Warm Audio WA-87 R2 Large-Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone is the second, upgraded version of the mic that helped establish Warm Audio’s reputation in the pro-audio gear sphere. The original WA-87 already brought the sound of a classic, vintage, and most importantly, expensive microphone to hard-working engineers on a budget. The WA-87 R2 upgrades many features to make it sound even better and even closer to the original. For instance, more top-shelf components are used throughout, such as an NOS Fairchild transistor, a CineMag USA transformer, and film capacitors from Wima. Plus, it has switchable pad and high-pass filter settings for on-mic optimization of the signal.

Premium Components Used Throughout

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.

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
• Custom CineMag USA output transformer
• WA-87-B-50V capsule; reproduction of classic dual backplate (four-wire termination) K87 capsule
• Nickel-plated brass body
• Cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 polar patterns
• Switchable -10 dB pad and 80 Hz high-pass filter
• Diaphragm features 6-micron thickness, gold-sputtered membrane, and NOS Mylar (PET film)
• XLR 3-pin output connector
• Runs on 48V phantom power
• Includes shockmount, hard mount, and wood box