The Warm Audio WA-87jr Black is a versatile transformerless large-diaphragm condenser microphone that brings the sought-after '87 studio tone into a modern, highly efficient footprint. Built around a fully discrete signal path and premium electronic components, it serves as a reliable workhorse for capturing vocals, drum overheads, and complex acoustic instruments, all housed in a sleek, non-reflective black finish.
Authentic Dual-Diaphragm Architecture
Capturing the forward midrange and smooth high-end characteristic of classic 1970s studio condensers requires precise transducer engineering. The WA-87jr utilizes an exact reproduction of the legendary K87-style dual-diaphragm, gold-sputtered capsule. This design faithfully translates intricate harmonic structures and fast transients, ensuring your tracks sit naturally in dense mixes without demanding heavy corrective EQ during post-production. The transformerless output stage further guarantees surgical signal clarity and extremely tight low-end control.
Multi-Pattern Flexibility at the Source
Adapting quickly to varied tracking scenarios is essential for session efficiency. The WA-87jr offers three selectable polar patterns—cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8—giving engineers total control over room ambience and the proximity effect. Featuring genuine Toshiba FETs and WIMA film capacitors, the discrete circuitry achieves a remarkably low self-noise floor of just 9 dBA. Combined with a switchable -10 dB pad for tracking high-SPL sources up to 135 dB and a 70 Hz high-pass filter to clean up low-end rumble, this microphone handles everything from delicate strings to aggressive guitar cabs with ease.
KEY FEATURES
- True vintage-spec K87-style dual-diaphragm capsule for exceptional detail and classic sonic character.
- Three selectable polar patterns: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, and Figure-8 for diverse tracking applications.
- Fully discrete, transformerless FET circuitry featuring genuine Toshiba and WIMA components for a transparent, fast response.
- Switchable -10 dB pad and 70 Hz high-pass filter to mitigate unruly low frequencies and loud sound pressure levels.
- Matte black chassis providing a professional, visually discreet aesthetic for broadcast and on-camera environments.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Microphone Type: Large-diaphragm condenser (Transformerless FET)
- Capsule: Custom K87-style dual-diaphragm, gold-sputtered
- Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Self-Noise: 9 dBA
- Dynamic Range: 116 dBA
- Maximum SPL: 125 dB (135 dB with -10dB pad engaged)
- Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
- Switches: 70 Hz high-pass filter, -10 dB pad
- Power Requirement: +48V phantom power
- Included Accessories: Premium shockmount, hard mount, protective storage pouch
