A faithful recreation of one of the most natural and balanced tube condenser microphones of all time, the WA-CX12 captures the true sound of sources and rooms with extreme accuracy. Used over and over again by some of the world's most recognized engineers and artists, the original microphone stands out as open, airy, and natural. Pairing the CK12-style capsule with the large- core TAB-Funkenwerk USA output transformer helps the CX12 capture musical bass, organic mids, and polished high end. With no-compromise components and elite build quality, the WA-CX12 delivers that iconic sound that no personal or professional mic locker is complete without. Features Faithful Recreation of the Most Natural and Balanced Tube Microphone of All Time: The WA-CX12 cuts no corners in achieving a highly accurate sound profile compared to the original, known for its organic tones and elevated room sounds. Smooth Highs and Vibrant Midrange: The WA-CX12 captures organic and natural sounding tone with pleasing high end and colorful midrange so you feel the performance come through. Custom, Solid Brass CK12-Style Capsule: Dual capsule, edge terminated, and custom machined out of solid brass. Meticulously spec'd to match the detail and warmth of the original. Custom TAB-Funkenwerk USA Output Transformer: Large-core imported German laminations drive all of the full natural sound captured by the capsule. Premium Tube: Rigorously tested, hand-selected 12AY7 Vacuum Tube. 9 Polar Patterns: Including cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 patterns plus 6 intermediate stages for ultimate versatility, especially in stereo-pairs. Boutique 7-pin GAC-7 tube cable from Gotham Switzerland: Using vintage-correct construction methods and highly-upgraded components, our 7 pin cable achieves near-perfect signal transfer. Includes vintage hard carrying case for all components: Safely transport your mic anywhere with the custom, ultra-durable, vintage-vibe tweed carrying case.

Custom edge terminated, dual-backplate, all-brass vintage CK12-style capsule

Custom TAB-Funkenwerk (AMI) USA Output Transformer

9 Patterns - Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8, + 6 additional mixed patterns

Premium 12AY7 vacuum tube

Premium Capacitors

Polar Patterns 9 Patterns - Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8, + 6 additional mixed patterns

Max SPL 149dB

Frequency Response 30Hz-20kHz

Output Impedance 200 ohms

Signal-to-Noise Ratio 73dB

EIN / Self-noise 32dBA

Power Source External IEC grounded PSU

Cable Gotham 5 meter GAC-7, premium 7-pin tube microphone cable

Dimensions 11.6 x 2" (29.5 x 5cm)

Weight Total: 17 lbs (7.7kg)

Mic only: 2.4 lbs (1.08kg)

MPN: WA-CX12