Warm Audio WA-87 R2 TS Titanium Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphones - Stereo Pair
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Stunning Sound & Appearance In Stereo
This stereo pair of the renowned large-diaphragm WA-87 R2 mics features a nickel-plated brass body with a limited edition Titanium-style finish. Delivering all of the clarity and presence made popular by original vintage 87-style mics, the WA-87 R2 TS pair is manufactured with tight tolerances to deliver consistent performance for stereo recording applications like overheads, acoustic guitar, and piano.
Tight Lows, Rich Mids, Clear Highs
The WA-87 R2 reproduces tight bass, exceptional presence, and clarity in the highs while maintaining that rich midrange associated with the most prized vintage mics. The WA-87 R2 matches well with just about any preamp and compressor to deliver an instantly professional sound.
Custom, K87-Style Capsule
The K-87 style capsule inside the WA-87 R2 is an authentic reproduction of the K87 capsule found in the most prized vintage 87 mics from the late 60s and early 70s.The vintage-accurate capsule inside the WA-87 R2 is able to capture intricate detail and clarity in the midrange, all the way through to treble frequencies without being too harsh in the highs. The bass is tight and natural, making the WA-87 R2 a great mic to capture any acoustic source.
Custom CineMag USA Output Transformer
The WA-87 R2 utilizes a custom, true-to-original spec American-Made CineMag output transformer. The transformer inside the WA-87 R2 adds a richness to the midrange and harmonic overtones to the mic that can only be heard on vintage microphones and the highest quality recreations. Even though the WA-87 R2 is excellent at delivering clarity and brilliance like the original, the transformer ensures that the mic still has all the warmth and sizzle of a vintage condenser mic.
Pro Recording Features
Each WA-87 R2 mic has three polar patterns (cardioid, figure-8, & omnidirectional) to meet the needs of a variety of recording situations. The variable pad (0dB, -10dB) allows the WA-87 R2 to manage variable SPLs and properly balance signal-to-noise for better raw recordings.
Package Contents
The WA-87 R2 TS package comes with separate matching titanium-finished shock mounts and hard mounts for each mic. The set also includes individual leatherette cases for each microphone, and the whole package comes in a genuine SKB molded case for ultimate protection from the rigors of transportation.
Hand-Tested In Austin, TX
Like all Warm Audio gear, WA-87 R2 mics are 100% meticulously hand-tested and inspected by trained technicians with a passion for making music in Austin, TX USA.
Specifications
- Large-Diaphragm FET Condenser Microphone- Authentic Reproduction Of The Most Popular Studio Vocal Mic Of All Time
- Custom CineMag USA Transformer
- Reproduction Of The Classic Dual-Backplate K87-Style Capsule With Four-Wire Termination
- Diaphragm: 6-Micron Thickness, 1-Inch Diameter, Gold-Sputtered Membrane, NOS Mylar (Pet Film)
- NOS Fairchild Transistors
- WIMA & Nichicon Capacitors
- Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz-20 kHz
- SPL: .5% THD @ 125dB (Without Pad), 132dB
- Noise: -117dB
- 10dB Pad & 80Hz High-Pass Filter
- Nickel-Plated Brass Body With Limited Edition Titanium-Style Finish
- 48v Phantom Power Required
Package Includes
- (2x) WA-87 R2 TS Microphones- (2x) Titanium Shock Mounts
- (2x) Leatherette Cases
- (2x) Hard Mounts
- (1x) Heavy Duty SKB Black Flight Case With Custom Serial Number
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