Vintage sound at a vintage price

Warm Audio continues its mission to reverse engineer some of the most renowned microphones in history with its WA-CX12 tube condenser microphone. The custom CK12-style solid brass capsule houses top-of-the-line electronics to rival the glassy highs and roaring mids of its namesake, producing a natural, balanced tone. With nine polar patterns, a 12AY7 tube, and a boutique 7-pin GAC-7 tube cable, this high-powered microphone is capable of handling just about anything you throw at it, especially when you consider its high-SPL handling and response. frequency. range. Pro audio gurus can confirm: If you're looking for a rugged all-around microphone that doesn't sacrifice quality for quantity, then the WA-CX12 is an obvious choice.

Versatile, hassle-free setup

The WA-CX12 is inspired by the ability to capture sound in a natural, airy way — presence, not just content. Want two voices on one microphone? Figure 8. Strong and hyper-accurate battery? Cardioid. Ambient and exuberant piano? Omnidirectional. With a total of 9 polar pattern setting options (including several intermediate and mixed options), you'll never run out of recording arrangements. The custom edge-terminated capsule gives this microphone a versatility that can increase recording possibilities to maximize flexibility while maintaining a consistent recording nature.

Robust responsiveness

A maximum SPL of 149dB is already impressive, but so is a frequency response range of 30Hz to 20kHz? Now we're talking about range. The dual backplate design increases the microphone's sensitivity and frequency response, allowing for nuanced capture of sounds in most registers while maintaining a flatter midrange, leading to unique mid-frequency vibrancy. A premium 12AY7 tube connects to a Gotham Audio 7-pin GAC-7 tube cable. A professionally low output impedance of 200 ohms is achieved, in part, due to the IEC-grounded external PSU. Encased in a vintage all-brass casing, the WA-CX12 is a multifunctional workhorse with the ability to capture classic sounds.

Characteristics

• Vintage CK12-style capsule with rim termination, dual backplate, and all-brass for an era-accurate design;
• TAB-Funkenwerk (AMI) USA custom output transformer provides reliable signal balance;
• Premium 12AY7 vacuum tube contributes active power to boost signal while keeping impedance consistently low;
• Five-meter boutique 7-pin GAC-7 tube cable (from Gotham Audio) provides reliable power from the IEC-grounded external PSU;
• 9 total polar patterns mean versatile setting options for recording;
• Frequency response range of 30Hz to 20kHz allows for accurate capture of various instruments;
• Maximum SPL of 149dB;
• 200 ohm output impedance;
• Total weight: 7.71 kg; just the microphone: 1.11kg.

Specifications

• Microphone type: tube condenser;
• Polar pattern: cardioid, omnidirectional, figure 8 and 6 selectable mixing patterns;
• Frequency response: 30Hz–20kHz;
• Maximum SPL: 149dB SPL;
• Output impedance: 200 ohms;
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 73dB A weighted;
• Auto Noise: 22dB A weighted;
• Tube: 12AY7;
• Silver color;
• Power source: IEC grounded external PSU;
• Dimensions: 5cm (diameter), 29.5 (length);
• Weight: 7.7kg;
• Accessories included: custom tweed carrying case, grounded IEC external power supply, IEC power cord, Premium Gotham 5 meter 7-pin tube microphone cable, wood.