Warm Audio Wa-251 Tube Condenser Microphone

Warm Audio WA-251 Tube Condenser Microphone (WA251)

The Warm Audio WA-251 is a faithful replica of the classic ’251-style large-diaphragm condenser microphone. The original, introduced in 1960, is reverentially considered to be one of the most gorgeous-sounding mics ever made. With rare working-condition vintage ’251s going for big money, the WA-251 is a no-brainer if you’re after that uniquely smooth, present, and open sound you’ve heard on countless hits. Simply put, this microphone delivers sumptuous results on any instrument. Stock your mic locker with a meticulous rendition of a classic: the Warm Audio WA-251.


FEATURES

• Faithful replica of the classic ’251-style large-diaphragm condenser mic
• Custom all-brass CK-12-style capsule
• Custom CineMag USA transformer
• JJ Slovak 12AY7 vacuum tube
• Gotham 5-meter GAC-7 7-pin tube microphone cable
• WIMA, Solen French, and polystyrene capacitors
• 3 polar patterns: cardioid, omni, figure-8
• Dynamic range: 125dBA
• Maximum SPL: 132dB (<0.5% THD)
• Frequency range: 20Hz–20kHz
• Output impedance: 200 ohms
• Rated load impedance: ≥2k ohms
• S/N ratio: 80dBA
• Equivalent noise: 12dBA (IEC651)
• External IEC grounded PSU

SPECIFICATIONS

Microphone Type: Tube Condenser
Mono/Stereo: Mono
Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8
Diaphragm Size: Large diaphragm
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz
Max SPL: 132dB SPL
Output Impedance: 200 ohms
Signal to Noise Ratio: 80dB (A weighted)
Self Noise: 12dB (A weighted)
Tube: JJ Slovak 12AY7
Power Source: External Power Supply
Features: Custom CineMag USA transformer
Connector: 7-pin (mic), XLR (power supply)
Dimensions: 9.72" x 1.81"