Warm Audio WA-87 R2 Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Nickel

Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone with 3 Switchable Polar Patterns, Highpass Filter, and 10dB Pad – Nickel

Warm Audio’s Classic FET Condenser, Better Then Ever

Their acclaimed compressors and preamps have famously upset the pro audio price/performance ratio. When Warm Audio turned its attention to microphones with the WA-87, they set a high target: one of the most iconic large-diaphragm, multi-pattern FET condenser mics in history. To say they succeeded would be an understatement: the original WA-87 was a best-seller here at Seamusician. Now with the WA87 R2, Warm Audio have made their modern classic better than ever. Featuring a sleek new design with a rounded grille, optimized metalwork, and performance enhancements that include a genuine Cinemag transformer; the Warm Audio WA87 R2 is a workhorse mic that deserves a place in your mic locker.

Affordable modern incarnation of a legendary mic

Flash back to any top recording studio in the 1970s. You’ll see the venerable ’87 everywhere. On toms, overheads, guitar cabs, brass, congas, vocals — you name it.

What can the WA87 R2 do for you?

Every studio needs at least one pair of high-quality large-diaphragm condenser mics, and the Warm Audio WA87 R2 is designed after a legendary one. You can use the WA87 R2 on anything — with world-class results.

Tech Specs

• Microphone Type: FET Condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8
• Diaphragm Size: 1" Diaphragm
• Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz
• Max SPL: 125dB SPL
• Output Impedance: 150 ohms
• Low Cut Filter: 80Hz
• Pads: -10dB
• Color: Nickel-plated Brass
• Connector: XLR
• Power Source: 48V phantom power
• Weight: 6 lbs.
• Included Accessories: Wooden Case, Hardmount, Shockmount