WA-87 R2 | Condenser Microphone 3 switchable polar patterns: cardioid, omnidirectional, and Fig-8 Designed after a classic, studio-standard large-diaphragm FET condenser mic Incorporates a faithful reproduction of the original vintage 87-style circuit WA87-B-50V capsule reproduction of the vintage dual-backplate K87 Exceptional build quality with premium, all-discrete components NOS Fairchild transistors and WIMA/Nichicon capacitors Custom CineMag USA output transformer Nickel-plated brass body; 10dB pad; 80Hz highpass filter Diaphragm: 6 micron, 1-in. gold-sputtered membrane Frequency response: 20kHz–20kHz; Noise: -117dB SPL (.5% THD): 132dB (pad engaged), 125dB (pad disengaged) 24k gold-plated, 3 pin XLR (150 ohms) Includes shockmount, hard mount, and wooden storage box 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. Now, with the WA87 R2, Warm Audio has made its 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. 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. It’s great for vocals. It makes drums sound huge. It’s a must-have for adding a bit of room to complement a close dynamic or ribbon on a guitar cabinet. It’s an ideal choice for any acoustic instrument — strings, brass, woodwinds, or percussion. We’ve even used it on kick drum (where the 10dB pad comes in handy)! It’s equipped with an 80Hz highpass filter that’s useful for killing low-end mud and rumble. And its three polar patterns further increase this microphone’s already impressive versatility. Explore the Sonic Possibilities The WA87 R2’s three switchable polar patterns — cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 — give you immense flexibility when it comes to exploring the sonic possibilities offered by different recording techniques. Figure-8 (bi-directional) is perfect for capturing face-to-face recordings such as two background singers on one mic. This pattern also features aggressive side rejection, which makes it a useful option for miking backline amps and speaker cabinets. With two of these superb mics, you can implement stereo techniques such as Spaced Pair (A/B), XY (including Blumlein), ORTF array, and mid-side (M-S). You could even mic an entire symphony orchestra and the ambience of the hall it’s in with just three judiciously placed WA87 R2 microphones set to omni.
