Warm Audio WA-84 Small-diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Nickel

The Warm Audio WA-84 brings the legendary "boutique" sound of classic small-diaphragm condensers into the modern era with zero compromises. At Palen Music Center, we know that the right microphone can transform a recording, and the WA-84 does exactly that by utilizing a fully discrete Class A circuit paired with a heavy-core CineMag USA transformer. While many modern designs have switched to transformer-less circuits to cut costs, the WA-84 goes the extra mile, featuring high-end components like Fairchild FETs and Wima capacitors to provide a creamy, smooth top-end and a robust low-mid presence. Whether you are capturing the delicate nuances of an acoustic guitar, the punch of a snare drum, or the complexity of a grand piano, this microphone delivers a "large" sound that punches far above its compact weight.

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Vintage-Inspired Engineering: Features a fully discrete Class A signal path with a custom vintage-style capsule designed to emulate the iconic sonics of classic "84-style" microphones.

CineMag USA Transformer: Utilizes a premium, American-made nickel transformer that adds professional warmth, smooth highs, and a "beefy" bottom end to your signal.

Premium Componentry: Built with high-quality through-hole components, including Wima and polystyrene capacitors and a Fairchild FET for superior signal integrity.

Versatile Performance: An incredible workhorse for pro studios, home setups, or live stages, excelling on strings, brass, drums, and acoustic instruments.

Complete Pro Package: Comes ready for the session with a shock mount, mic clip, windscreen, and a durable carrying case included.

Directional Pattern: Cardioid

Signal Path: Fully Discrete Vintage-style Class A

Transformer: CineMag USA Large Core Transformer

Capsule: Vintage Capsule Reproduction

Frequency Range: 20Hz - 20kHz

Sensitivity: -39dB or 11mV/Pa @ 1kHz

Output Impedance: 200Ω

Rated Load Impedance: ≥1kΩ

Pad: 0dB or -10dB

Maximum SPL: 123/133dB @ 1kHz, 0.5% THD, 0/-10dB

S/N Ratio: 78dBA (IEC651)

Equivalent Noise: 16dBA (IEC651)

Dynamic Range: 107dBA (IEC651)

Connector: 3-Pin Gold-Plated XLR

Phantom Power: 48V

Finish: Nickel

Weight: 122g