Description
Key Details
- New Old Stock 6AU6 Tube: Features a rigorously tested, military-grade 6AU6 tube for authentic vintage warmth and reliability.
- Lundahl Sweden Transformer: Equipped with a custom transformer from Lundahl for maximum detail and the widest possible soundscape.
- All-Brass K67-Style Capsule: Custom machined from solid brass and wired directly to the tube to optimize the capture of subtle vocal nuances.
- External Tube Mount: Integrated heat sink and external mount design lowers self-noise and maintains optimal operating temperatures.
- Gotham Switzerland Cable: Includes a boutique 7-pin GAC-7 tube cable utilizing vintage-correct construction and upgraded components for near-perfect signal transfer.
- High-Fidelity Response: Engineered for a natural, open top end and a transparent midrange.
- Professional Build: Heavy-duty construction designed for studio longevity and consistent performance.
- Protective Storage: Comes with a durable hard carrying case to safely transport and store all microphone components.
Use Cases
Modern Vocal Production: Ideal for R&B, Pop, and Hip Hop vocals where a “expensive,” polished, and airy top end is required to sit perfectly in a dense mix.
Detailed Acoustic Instruments: Excellent for capturing the shimmer of acoustic guitars or the complex harmonics of a piano, thanks to the high-grade Lundahl transformer.
Professional Voiceover: The clarity of the midrange makes it a powerful tool for voiceover work, providing a presence and authority that cuts through without sounding harsh.
Installation
The WA-8000 requires a dedicated external power supply unit (included) to operate the tube circuitry. Connect the microphone to the power supply using the provided 7-pin GAC-7 Gotham cable. From the power supply, connect a standard XLR cable to your microphone preamp or audio interface. Ensure the microphone is properly shocked-mounted to avoid low-frequency rumble and positioned according to the desired polar pattern for your source.
Compatibility
The Warm Audio WA-8000 is a hardware analog microphone. It is compatible with any professional audio interface, mixing console, or microphone preamp providing standard +48V phantom power (via the power supply) and XLR inputs.
Additional Details
Weight: 15.45 lbs
Dimensions: 19.5″ x 16″ x 0.41″
Manufacturer: Warm Audio
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