Warm Audio WA14-SP
UPC/EAN #850031640184
MPN #WA14-SP
$1079.00
Save 20%, MSRP $1349.00
Stereo pair large-diaphragm transformer-balanced condenser microphone
The Reference Condenser
The WA-14 is an authentic recreation of the ultra-rare "EB-circuit" 414-style microphone, the most truthful studio mic of all time. Ideal for capturing the natural sound of performances with minimal coloration and smooth high end, the WA-14 delivers the same sonic performance of the original - a favorite of artists like The Police, Common, Freddie Mercury, and Billy Corgan. The WA-14 can be used on an array of sources, such as; punchy/warm intimate lead vocals, acoustic/electric guitars, bass, drums/percussion, strings/orchestral material, and many other sources. Equipped with a custom all-brass CK12-style capsule, CineMag USA transformer, and a fully discrete signal path, the WA-14 provides a realism and thickness that is true to the vintage microphone, but at an affordable price.
No-Compromise Components
The WA-14 is a professional large-diaphragm microphone with premium components, elite build quality, and is hand-inspected in Austin, Texas. The circuit design of the WA-14 is faithful to lauded early-70s builds of ?414-style mics, and serves as the basis for the historically accurate sound profile. Like the original, the WA-14 delivers natural sound reproduction with rich analog tone. This comes from the gradual rise (1-2 kHz) in midrange presence with smooth, never-harsh high end. At the beginning of the circuit, the WA-14 has an edge-terminated, all-brass CK12-style capsule, that stays true to the spec of the early "EB" style mics that shared the all-brass capsule with their "12-Style" cousins. This capsule allows the WA-14 to have 3 polar patterns: cardioid, omni, and figure-8. At the end of the circuit, the WA-14 uses a US-made CineMag output transformer, which gives the WA-14 a much richer sound than many of the modern, transformerless reissue mics. The CineMag transformer transfers more tone out of the capsule and additional critical components - like premium film capacitors and precision resistors.
True To Legacy, True To Sound
The WA-14 boasts a sound profile renowned for its exceptional capacity to faithfully reproduce natural audio. With its well-defined midrange presence and elegantly smooth top-end, this remarkable microphone proves itself to be an optimal choice for a wide array of crucial recording scenarios, particularly those involving acoustic instruments.
A Stereo Pair For Superior Sound
For achieving the most natural and consistent stereo imaging, the WA-14 also comes in the WA-14SP, a sequential stereo pair package. Tested to ensure each mic is within +/- 1dB of each other, this complete package ensures consistent performance for stereo recording applications. Use the included straight mounting bar to make recording quality stereo tracks with WA-14 SP virtually effortless. Aligning the two WA-14s in parallel with each other on the bar ensures the two capsules will be equidistant to the source, preventing phase issues. With the natural, defined midrange of the lauded "EB" style circuit in stereo, adding rich ambiance to your recordings has never been easier.
Features
Accurate & Versatile: The WA-14SP is a stereo set of the WA-14 mic, an authentic recreation of the ultra-rare unattainable "EB-circuit" 414-style microphone, the most truthful studio mic of all time. Ideal for capturing the natural sound of performances with minimal coloration, the WA-14 delivers the same sonic performance of the original "EB" circuit.Balanced Tone, Exciting Mids: The WA-14 delivers clear mids, controlled bass, and accurate high-end emphasis for recordings that stay true to the original performance in the room. The WA-14SP achieves natural pianos, stereo guitars, and clear overheads, all with a natural stereo image.Accurate Stereo Recordings: WA-14SP stereo pairs ship as sequential pairs and are tested to be sure that they are within +/- 1dB of each other, delivering consistent performance for stereo recording applications.Custom, Solid Brass CK12-Style Capsule: WA-14 mics use an edge-terminated, dual-diaphragm capsule that is custom machined out of solid brass and meticulously spec'd to match the detail and warmth of the original. Unlike later nylon iterations of this capsule, the WA-14 faithfully replicates the clear open top end of the original all-brass CK12 capsule.Custom CineMag USA Output Transformer: Featuring a critical component of the original "EB-style" mics not found on current reissues, the WA-14 is built with a custom Cinemag transformer to bring out the full richness and detailed sound reproduction of the CK12-style capsule.Pro Recording Features: Each WA-14 mic has three polar patterns (cardioid, figure-8, & omnidirectional) to meet the needs of a variety of recording situations. The variable pad (0dB, -10dB, -20dB) allows the WA-14 to manage variable SPLs and properly balance signal-to-noise for better raw recordings.
Specifications
Authentic Recreation Of The Most Truthful Studio Mic Of All TimeBased On Early-70s "EB" 414-Style Mics With All-Brass CK12 Capsules & TransformersWA-14 Stereo (Sequential) Pair: Within +/- 1dBCustom Edge-Terminated, Dual-Diaphragm, 34mm, All-Brass CK12-Style CapsuleCustom CineMag USA TransformerFrequency Range: 20Hz To 20kHzOutput Pad: 0dB, -10dB, -20dBPolar Patterns: Cardioid, Figure-8, & OmnidirectionalOutput Impedance: 150 Ohms3-Pin, Gold-Plated XLRSelf Noise: 16 dB(A) +/- 1dBMax SPL: 165dBSensitivity at 1000Hz (all patterns): 9 mV/PaRequires +48V Phantom PowerColor: BlackPackage includes (2) WA-14 Mics, (2) Shock Mounts, (2) Hard Clips, (2) Pleather Zipper Pouches, Flight Case, Stereo Mounting Bar
Package Contents: (2) WA-14 Mics, (2) Shock Mounts, (2) Hard Clips, (2) Pleather Zipper Pouches, Flight Case, Stereo Mounting Bar
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