Warm Audio WA-44 Studio Ribbon Microphone Bundle

The Warm Audio WA-44 Studio Ribbon Microphone Bundle combines two powerful tools to bring the sound of vintage ribbon microphones into modern recording setups. The WA-44 ribbon mic faithfully recreates the classic tone of 1930s broadcast mics with lush, natural sound, making it perfect for vocals, drums, horns, strings, and more. It pairs perfectly with the WA-WL Warm Lifter, an inline active preamp that boosts low-output microphones, offering clean analog gain and impedance matching. Together, these pieces of gear provide a professional-grade solution for capturing every nuance of your sound with vintage warmth and modern precision.

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The WA-44 captures the iconic sound of the 1930s ribbon microphones, with a lush, natural sound that’s become synonymous with classic recordings. Its bidirectional (figure-8) polar pattern allows for excellent off-axis rejection, offering a focused sound that is rich in presence while minimizing unwanted noise. The 2.5-micron-thick aluminum ribbon captures all the nuance and detail of your sound, while the custom CineMag USA transformer powers it with precise tonal control.

High Performance with Loud Sound Sources

Despite its vintage-inspired sound, the WA-44 is built to handle the demands of modern recording. With a maximum SPL of 140dB, it easily manages loud sources like drums, cymbals, and guitar amplifiers, all while maintaining clarity. The 20Hz to 20kHz frequency response ensures that every detail, from deep lows to crisp highs, is faithfully captured.

Shape Your Sound Before the EQ

The Warm Lifter is not just a gain booster—it also offers two sound-shaping features: a selectable 100Hz high-pass filter to eliminate unwanted low-end rumble and a 3kHz high-shelf boost to enhance upper-mids. The high-shelf boost is particularly useful for bringing out details in darker-sounding mics, like the WA-44, giving your sound more presence and definition.

Why We Love It

We love the WA-44 for its stunning ability to capture the warmth and clarity of vintage ribbon mics while incorporating modern features for enhanced performance. The WA-WL Warm Lifter is a perfect match, boosting your microphone’s signal and ensuring a smooth, clear recording. Together, this bundle brings the iconic sound of the past into the present, making it an indispensable tool for any studio.

Features:

WA-44 Ribbon Microphone

• Faithful reproduction of the iconic 44 broadcast ribbon mic
• Rich proximity effect for bold, authoritative vocals
• Rolled-off high end for smooth, natural sound
• Bidirectional (figure-8) polar pattern for focused sound with excellent off-axis rejection
• Made with a 2.5-micron-thick aluminum ribbon and custom CineMag USA transformer
• 20Hz–20kHz frequency response (+/-12dB) for full-range clarity
• 140dB max SPL for handling loud sound sources with ease

WA-WL Warm Lifter Inline Preamp

• +26dB of analog gain for low-output microphones
• True impedance matching at 2.4k Ohms to resolve phase, signal loss, and frequency issues
• Selectable 100Hz high-pass filter to remove unwanted low-end rumble
• Selectable 3kHz high-shelf boost for enhanced upper-mid clarity
• Ultra-low noise JFET input with balanced I/O signal path
• Operates on +48V phantom power
• Rugged, hand-tested construction built in Austin, Texas