Warm Audio WA-251 Tube Condenser Microphone
A tube condenser microphone built to replicate the iconic sound of vintage models
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SKU: WA251
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Product Description
The Warm Audio WA-251 is a large diaphragm, multi pattern condenser microphone designed to capture the iconic sound of classic 251 microphones at a fraction of the price. With its all vacuum tube design and premium components, the WA-251 delivers smooth, vintage style warmth and clarity, making it an ideal choice for professional studios, home setups, live performances, and broadcast applications. Featuring an all brass, edge terminated capsule inspired by the original CK12 capsule, the WA-251 excels at capturing a wide range of sources, from vocals to drums and stringed instruments. With its transformer balanced output, custom made components, and carefully designed circuitry, this microphone offers exceptional sonic accuracy and rich tonal qualities that have made the 251 a staple in recording studios for decades. Whether you are looking for exceptional clarity on vocals, depth on instruments, or an all around versatile microphone, the WA-251 is a perfect solution for any recording or live sound environment.
Key Features:
- Custom Vintage Capsule:
This capsule offers a smooth, rich top end and warm, vintage sonics, closely replicating the classic CK12 capsule used in the original 251 microphone. - Premium JJ 12AY7 Vacuum Tube:
This carefully selected tube contributes to the microphone’s smooth frequency response and vintage sound, making it ideal for any recording situation. - High Quality Gotham Audio Cable:
Developed by Gotham Audio, this cable reduces phase shift and enhances top end presence, contributing to a clearer and more expansive stereo image.
The Legendary Sound of the WA-251:
The WA-251 is a microphone that has been designed to evoke the classic sound of the 251, one of the most revered microphones in history. Through meticulous design and careful selection of components, Warm Audio has crafted a microphone that provides the sought after vintage warmth, smooth top end, and rich bottom end, all in a more accessible package. The WA-251’s design incorporates modern manufacturing techniques while maintaining the essence of the original 251, offering a professional solution for a wide variety of recording applications. This microphone has been engineered for use on vocals, guitars, drums, brass, woodwind instruments, and more, with a versatile three pattern design (cardioid, omni, figure of eight) ensuring compatibility with different recording environments and setups.
Versatility for Any Application:
The WA-251 is a highly versatile microphone that excels in various recording applications. From capturing rich, nuanced vocals to achieving the perfect overhead mic for drums, this microphone shines in every scenario. Its broad frequency response (20Hz 20kHz) and high maximum SPL (132dB) make it suitable for delicate acoustic instruments as well as high volume sources like guitar amps or drum kits. The microphone’s all brass capsule and vacuum tube based design provide a vintage style tone, ideal for adding warmth and depth to any recording. Whether you’re recording in a studio or live setting, the WA-251 brings professional grade sound to any setup, making it a must have tool for musicians, engineers, and producers.
Premium Components for Outstanding Performance:
At the heart of the WA-251 is a selection of high end components that work together to produce an incredibly accurate and full bodied sound. The use of polystyrene and WIMA film capacitors, as well as a Solen French capacitor on the output, ensures a smooth, transparent signal path. Combined with the custom made Cinemag USA output transformer and the premium JJ 12AY7 vacuum tube, the WA-251 is able to deliver a tonal quality that is rich and full of character. The use of the Gotham GAC 7 cable also plays a crucial role in preserving the integrity of the signal, ensuring that every nuance of the sound is captured with clarity and precision.
Specifications:
- Custom WA-12-B-60V edge-terminated, dual-backplate, all-brass vintage CK12-style capsule
- Cinemag USA output transformer
- JJ Slovak 12AY7 vacuum tube
- Gotham 5-meter GAC-7, 7-pin tube microphone cable
- WIMA, Solen French, and polystyrene capacitors
- Polar Patterns: 3 patterns – cardioid, omni, figure-of-eight
- Frequency Range: 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz
- Output Impedance: 200 Ohms
- Maximum SPL: 132dB (<0.5% THD)
- Rated Load Impedance: ≥2kOhms
- S/N Ratio: 80dBA
- Equivalent Noise: 12dBA (IEC651)
- External IEC grounded PSU
- Total Weight (Mic, PSU, shockmount, cables): 12lbs
- Mic Dimensions: 247mm x 46mm
- Dynamic Range: 125dBA
- Includes: Microphone, wooden box, PSU, shock-mount, and Gotham cable