Based on classic microphone circuitry, the nickel Warm Audio WA-84 is a fully discrete, stereo pair of small-diaphragm condenser microphones with two sets of capsules (cardioid and omni) well suited for professional studios, home studios, live sound, and broadcast applications. The WA-84 excels at capturing a variety of sources including acoustic/electric guitars, acoustic/electric bass, drums, pianos, strings, brass, woodwinds, and an array of other instruments.
Each WA-84 features a CineMag USAtransformer in its signal path to warm up and enlarge the sound source. Also, included are audiophile components including polystyrene and Wima capacitors and a Fairchild FET, which provide a gorgeous sounding circuit with great signal integrity and a smooth boutique tone, resulting in a creamy-smooth top end and a beefy mid-to-bottom.
Each microphone features a threaded bodyfor easily switching between the included cardioid and omni capsules. The WA-84 capsules are carefully manufactured by an Australian capsule supplier and are precisely reproduced to vintage specifications. The enclosure features a -10 dB pad to attenuate loud sources, while the gold-plated, 3-pin XLR conector ensures a solid connection to a microphone cable (available seperately). The WA-84 offers a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz and can capture sources with a maximum SPL of 133 dB (with the -10 dB pad engaged). The Warm Audio WA-84 Stereo Pair includes two shockmounts, two microphone clips, two windscreens, and a carrying case.
Features
- CineMag USA Output Transformer
- Class-A Design + Fairchild FET
- Polystyrene and Wima Capacitors
- Vintage-Style Cardioid Capsule
- 0 dB or -10 dB Pad
- 20 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response
- Max SPL: 133 dB (-10 dB)
- Gold-Plated 3-Pin XLR Output
- Includes Shockmount, Clip & Windscreen
- Carrying Case Included
Warm Audio WA-84 Stereo Microphone Pair with Omni+Cardioid Capsules Nickel
Warm Audio WA84-OC-N-ST
| Form Factor | Stand/Boom Mount |
| Sound Field | Mono |
| Operating Principle | Pressure Gradient Pressure Operated |
| Capsule | Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid, Omnidirectional |
| Orientation | End Address |
| Circuitry | Solid-State |
| Pad | -10 dB |
| High-Pass Filter | None |
| Tone Adjustment | None |
| Gain Adjustment | None |
| Indicators | None |
| On-Board Controls | Pad |
| Windscreen | Foam (Included) |
Performance
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Maximum SPL | 123 dB SPL Peak (1 kHz) 133 dB SPL Peak (1 kHz, with Pad) |
| Impedance | 200 Ohms |
| Load Impedance | 1 Kilohms |
| Sensitivity | -39 dB at 1 kHz |
| Dynamic Range | 107 dB A-Weighted |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 78 dB A-Weighted |
| Equivalent Noise Level | 16 dB A-Weighted |
Connectivity
| Output Connectors (Analog) | 1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (Locking, on Mic) |
| Headphone Connector | None |
Power
| Bus Power | None |
| Operating Voltage | 48 V (Phantom Power) |
Physical
| Color | Nickel |
| Mounting | Shockmount (Included) |
| Construction Material | Metal |
| Dimensions | ø: 0.87 x L: 5.2" / ø: 22 x L: 132 mm |
| Weight | 4.3 oz / 122 g |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 4.11 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 13.6 x 11.4 x 3.9" |
