WARM AUDIO WA-CX24 Dual Capsule Studio Tube Microphone

 WA-CX24  WARM AUDIO 

 Recreation of Vintage Studio Tube Microphone 

The WA-CX24 is loaded with two of the same CK12-style capsules used on our celebrated WA-CX12 microphone, machined out of solid brass and designed to reproduce sound with vintage-correct results. The middle of the mic houses a premium 12AY7 tube carefully selected to bring vintage warmth to the circuit without sacrificing smooth clarity in the top end. Rounding out the circuit, the WA-CX24 sports two premium, USA-made T14 transformers from TAB-Funkenwork (AMI) to deliver ultimate signal integrity to the 9-pin cable and out to the power supply.
 

The WA-CX24 is designed to capture the spaciousness and character of the coveted tube warmth and smooth top-end found in classic recordings. Engineers can independently assign one of the three traditional polar patterns (cardioid, omni, figure-8) or one of the six intermediate polar patterns, and rotate the capsule up to 180 degrees, unlocking traditional stereo configurations like XY, Blumlein, and mid-side, or inventing new ones altogether. This versatility allows for unrivaled stereo flexibility, whether tracking a full room, matched pair vocals, or ambient strings. 
 

The WA-CX24 delivers tight bass, naturally rich midrange, and velvety smooth highs, making it an ideal choice for stereo vocals, grand piano, acoustic instruments, percussion, and more.

Includes:

• WA-CX24 Tube Microphone

• Custom Tweed Carrying Case

• Dual-Pattern Power Supply

• IEC Power Cable

• Premium GAC-9 9-pin Tube Microphone Cable

• Custom Wood Microphone Box

• Shockmount

Features:

• Faithful Recreation of the Most Natural and Balanced Tube Microphone of All Time: The WA-CX24 cuts no corners in achieving a highly accurate sound profile compared to the original, known for its organic tones and elevated room sounds.

• Smooth Highs and Vibrant Midrange: The WA-CX24 captures organic and natural sounding tone with pleasing high end and colorful midrange so you feel the performance come through.

• Custom, Solid Brass CK12-Style Capsule: Dual capsule, edge terminated, and custom machined out of solid brass. Meticulously spec’d to match the detail and warmth of the original.

• Custom TAB-Funkenwerk USA Output Transformer: Large-core imported German laminations drive all of the full natural sound captured by the capsule. 

• Premium Tube: Rigorously tested, hand-selected 12AY7 Vacuum Tube.

• 9 Polar Patterns: Including cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 patterns plus 6 intermediate stages for ultimate versatility, especially in stereo-pairs 

• Boutique 9-pin GAC-7 tube cable from Gotham Switzerland: Using vintage-correct construction methods and highly upgraded components, our 9 pin cable achieves near-perfect signal transfer.

Specifications: 

• Custom edge terminated, dual-backplate, all-brass vintage CK24-style capsule 

• Custom TAB-Funkenwerk (AMI) USA Output Transformer 

• Premium 12AY7 vacuum tube 

• Premium Capacitors 

• Polar Patterns: 9 Patterns - Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8, + 6 additional mixed patterns  

• Max SPL: 149dB

• Frequency Response: 30Hz-20kHz

• Output Impedance: 200 ohms 

• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 73dB

• EIN / Self-noise: 32dBA

• Power Source: External IEC grounded PSU

• Cable: Gotham 5-meter GAC-7, premium 9-pin tube microphone cable 

• Total Weight: 17 lbs, Mic only: 2lbs 14oz

• Mic Dimensions: 13 5/8” x 2” (34.6cm x 5cm)

SALE: $1599.99

FREE S&H in continental US (e-mail for international / offshore USA rates)