Warm Audio WA-87JR Se Studio Vocal Microphone - Black
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Contemporary Version Of A Legendary Lead Vocal Mic
The WA-87jr series is a contemporary version of the iconic 87-style studio microphone that captures pristine, detailed tone with modern circuitry. WA-87jr & WA-87jr SE mics are equally at home in a project studio or in a world-class recording facility. Each features a vintage-correct reproduction of the celebrated K87-style capsule, the same capsule found in the flagship WA-87 R2 condenser mic. The capsule has the same tonal character known for capturing legendary recordings by classic and modern artists including David Bowie, Elton John, Beyonce, Justin Timberlake, and many more.
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Delivering a Legacy Of Pristine Studio Sound
Combining one of the most revered vocal condenser capsules all time with our carefully crafted, modern circuits, the WA-87jr series delivers rich detail and top-end clarity for capturing everything from vocals, to acoustic guitars, drum overheads and more. Available with onboard controls and multiple patterns or a streamlined cardioid-only design, the WA-87jr mics all feature a discrete signal path, exceptional dynamic range, and ultra-low self-noise. The sound profile of the WA-87jr series blends past and present to achieve the perfect balance of pristine detail with never-harsh high-end.
What you need to know
The WA-87jr series is built around the same vintage-accurate K87-style capsule in our flagship WA-87 R2 mic. The WA-87jr offers additional controls and multiple polar patterns, while the WA-87jr SE delivers a streamlined cardioid-only design of this classic tone.
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The WA-87jr series uses a true reproduction of the K87-style capsule in the original 87 mic - the same capsule used in our award-winning flagship WA-87 R2 professional mic. Perfect for adding radio-ready polish to any recording.
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WA-87jr (only) features three polar patterns (cardioid, omni, and figure-8) give you a variety of options to choose how you want to capture stereo sounds and reject noise. WA-87jr SE features a fixed cardioid polar pattern for intimate, focused recordings. Perfect for vocals and lead instruments.
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WA-87jr (only) features a selectable -10dB pad that allows the WA-87jr to handle SPLs up to 135dB, making capturing loud sources easy.
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WA-87jr (only) features a switchable 70 Hz high pass filter making it easy to remove unruly bass noise from sources before you even hit record.
Technical Specifications
Product Description & External Specs
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WA-87jr
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Contemporary Version Of The 87-Style All-Time Studio Vocal Mic
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Large-Diaphragm FET Transformerless Condenser Microphone
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Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Figure-8, & Omnidirectional
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-10 dB Pad | 70 Hz High-Pass Filter
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Includes: Shockmount, Hard Mount, Leather Storage Pouch
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WA-87jr SE
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Streamlined Version Of The ‘87-Style All-Time Studio Vocal Mic
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Large-Diaphragm FET Transformerless Condenser Microphone
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Cardioid-Only Polar Pattern
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Includes: Hard Mount, Leather Storage Pouch
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5-Year Warranty
Components & Internal Specs
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WA-87jr
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Gold-Sputtered, Large-Diaphragm, Dual-Backplate, K87-Style Capsule
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Fully Discrete Signal Path
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WA-87jr SE
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Gold-Sputtered, Large-Diaphragm, Single-Backplate, 87-Style Capsule
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Fully Discrete Signal Path, Toshiba FET’s, Wima Film Capacitors
Performance Specs
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WA-87jr
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Self-Noise: 9dBA | Dynamic Range: 116dBA
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Maximum SPL: 125/135dB (Without/With Pad)
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Frequency Range: 20 Hz~20 KHz
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Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
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Sensitivity: 10mV/Pa Or -40dB
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WA-87jr SE
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Self-Noise: 9dBA | Dynamic Range: 116dBA
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Maximum SPL: 125dB
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Frequency Range: 20 Hz~20 KHz
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Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
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Sensitivity: -37dBV or 14mV/Pa
Premium Components - Elite Build Quality - Superior Sound
K87-Style Capsule
The custom K87-style capsule in the WA-87jr & WA-87jr SE is a true reproduction of the large, dual-diaphragm 87-style capsule and the same capsule in the flagship WA-87 R2 microphone. This capsule captures authentic analog detail across the 20Hz-20kHz frequency spectrum. With the detail of the capsule combined with the clean, pure signal transfer from the contemporary circuit design, the WA-87jr will be right at home on many sources.
10 dB PAD [WA-87jr ONLY]
A selectable -10dB pad allows the WA-87jr to handle SPLs up to 135dB, making capturing loud sources easy.
70 Hz High Pass Filter [WA-87jr ONLY]
Engaging the 70 Hz high pass filter helps remove unwanted bass rumble and noise at the source instead of playing with potentially tone-destructive EQ during the mixing process.
Premium, Discrete Analog Circutry
The WA-87jr & WA-87jr SE use premium Toshiba transistors and WIMA film capacitors for professional, discrete analog signal integrity.
The WA-87jr is built with Panasonic electrolytic capacitors that provide enhanced signal conversion, allowing the mic to get extra vintage vibe out of the K87-stye capsule for smooth, never-shrill tones.
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