Warm Audio WA-19 Dynamic Studio Microphone (2 Colors Available)

The WA-19 faithfully recreates one of the most favored studio and live dynamic mics of the 1960s. Like the original adored by live and studio engineers, the WA-19 delivers a unique combination of dynamic mic functionality and studio-worthy condenser tones. With the critical noise rejection & reduced proximity effect of a dynamic, the WA-19 captures vibrant top-end for enhanced detail, surpassing many studio dynamic microphones. This sound has been leveraged by artists like The Beatles, Tame Impala, Slayer (Kerry King), and many more.

To deliver the sound profile of the lauded original, the WA-19 features a custom, hand-assembled dynamic cardioid humbucking capsule that blends the critical noise rejection of a dynamic microphone with the top-end clarity of a condenser. The WA-19 includes a variable acoustic high-pass filter ring that cuts up to 10dB at 50 Hz, ideal for tightening up the tone and adding upper-midrange emphasis without any electronic phase shift often incurred from preamp high-pass filters. Additionally, ventilated slots on the side of the WA-19 body reduce proximity effect, eliminating boomy bass associated with placing the mic closer to louder sources and make editing a breeze as there are less unwanted bass frequencies competing in the mix.

Like the original 19-style dynamic mic, the WA-19 includes all the features that deliver a complete and professional recording experience.

• The WA-19 showcases a uniquely crafted brass dynamic cardioid humbucking capsule, meticulously assembled by hand. This capsule combines the essential noise rejection of a dynamic microphone, while also delivering heightened clarity and a vibrant top-end for enhanced detail, surpassing many studio dynamic microphones.
• Vents located down the side of the WA-19 help reduce proximity effect, ensuring troublesome bass due to close micing of loud sources is removed. This makes editing a breeze as there are less unwanted bass frequencies competing in the mix.
• The WA-19 comes equipped with a versatile acoustic high-pass filter ring capable of reducing up to 10dB at 50 Hz. The filter itself modifies the space behind the transducer in the WA-19 to remove unwanted sub bass. This feature is perfect for refining the tone, emphasizing the upper midrange, and avoiding the typical electronic phase shift associated with preamp high-pass filters.

Specifications

External Specs:

• Faithful Recreation Of a Lauded Dynamic Cardioid Studio Microphone Of The 60s
• Variable 50Hz Acoustic High-Pass Filter with 0 to -10dB Range
• Connector: XLR
• Color: Nickel or Black
• Length: 6” | Diameter: 1.4” | Weight: .5 lbs
• 5-Year Warranty

Components & Internal Specs:

• Custom-made, hand-tensioned dynamic transducer modeled after the original 19 with upgraded build quality.

Performance Specs:

• Polar Pattern: Cardioid | Impedance: 200 Ohms
• Frequency Response: 30Hz – 18Khz
• Max SPL: 145dB
• Sensitivity (Modern Measurement): -53dB +/-3dB at 1Khz (0dB=1V/Pa)
• Sensitivity (Vintage Measurement): -74dBv re.1 v/dyne/cm²