Studio-optimized ’47-style Sound

Like the WA-47jr, the Warm Audio WA-47jr Studio Essential (SE) channels the warm and lush character of its legendary ’47-style predecessor — now streamlined for incredible ease in the studio. This low-noise large-diaphragm condenser mic offers a single-backplate capsule design with modern circuitry, a fixed cardioid polar pattern, and a chassis that’s free from the clutter of onboard controls. Aside from these studio-optimized changes, the WA-47jr SE retains many of the same elements that kept the WA-47jr so faithful to the performance of the iconic original. Such imperative appointments include its transformer-free design and the captivatingly smooth delivery of its gold-sputtered K47-style capsule. Music Experience studio techs are thrilled to see such a famous design efficiently restructured for modern studio workflows. From capturing soulful vocals and acoustic instruments drenched in analog richness to enhancing the audio of streams, podcasts, and voice-over work with remarkable warmth, the WA-47jr SE is the easiest way to treat your recordings to that pro-grade silkiness without breaking the bank.

Born with golden analog soul

The roots of the WA-47jr SE’s performance remain faithfully warm and rich with a timeless analog aura reminiscent of both the original ’47-style studio microphone and its Warm Audio flagship contemporaries. Utilizing a gold-sputtered, large-diaphragm K47-style capsule, the WA-47jr SE effortlessly captures audio with that unmistakable lushness of warmly cloaked classic recordings. It also operates with incredibly low self-noise, a highly accommodating wide dynamic range, and a fully discrete signal path that welcomes a wealth of acoustic sound sources with open arms. Rest assured, the WA-47jr SE’s exquisite studio sound maintains the legendary sound profile you know and love!

Studio Essential modifications

The WA-47jr SE makes studio integration an effortless process courtesy of a handful of modifications to the WA-47jr’s design. First, the WA-47jr SE features modern transformerless circuitry that’s been streamlined for sonic consistency and ease of use. This guarantees plenty of that smooth top-end, rich midrange, and thicker low-end character that we’re all expecting, and even boosts output slightly higher than the standard model. Next, its single-backplate capsule and fixed cardioid polar pattern capture audio with head-on directness while simultaneously rejecting noise from the sides and rear of the microphone for purified results, every time. Lastly, the no-nonsense exterior of the WA-47jr SE removes the onboard controls of the standard model, making for sleeker, always-ready studio usability.

Fit for any and all

With its wonderfully warm performance quality, this condenser makes a stellar companion for a wide range of applications within the studios of beginners and intermediate sound engineers alike. Thanks to its max SPL of 147dB and 20Hz–20kHz frequency range, the WA-47jr SE handles the unique expression of acoustic instruments without snag. Similarly, vocals shine just as brightly when recorded through this condenser, offering equally exceptional performance for crooner, soul, rock, pop, country, and indie vocal styles. The same can be said for non-musical work, as it brings rich and characterful presence to narration, podcasting, streaming, and beyond.

The WA-47jr SE comes tested and inspected by hand by Warm Audio’s world-class technicians in Austin, Texas, and even boasts a custom hard-mount and leather pouch for security during storage and transport. Plus, it’s even available in Black or Nickel finishes, just like Warm Audio’s flagship models!

What Warm Audio Says...

The WA-47jr series is a contemporary version of the legendary 47-style studio microphone that delivers rich analog tone with modern circuitry. WA-47jr & WA-47jr 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 lauded K47-style capsule, the same capsule in the flagship WA-47 tube mic. The capsule has the same tonal character known for capturing legendary recordings by classic and modern artists including The Beatles, Billie Eilish, Harry Styles, Adele and many more.

Delivering a Legacy Of Studio Sound

Combining possibly the greatest classic condenser capsule of all time with our carefully crafted, modern circuits, the WA-47jr mics deliver that analog warmth and pristine detail for capturing everything from vocals, to toms, to acoustic guitar. Available with onboard controls and multiple patterns or a streamlined cardioid-only design, the WA-47jr mics all have a discrete signal path, exceptional dynamic range, and ultra-low self-noise. The sound profile of the WA-47jr series blends past and present to achieve the ideal blend of vintage tone and modern performance.

What You Need To Know

The WA-47jr series is built around the same vintage-accurate K47-style capsule in our flagship WA-47 mic. The WA-47jr offers additional controls and multiple polar patterns, while the WA-47jr SE delivers a streamlined cardioid-only design of this classic tone.

The WA-47jr series uses a true reproduction of the K47-style capsule in the original 47 tube mic – the same capsule used in our award-winning flagship WA-47 tube mic. Perfect for adding instant vintage-vibe to any recording.

WA-47jr (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-47jr SE features a fixed cardioid polar pattern for intimate, focused recordings. Perfect for vocals and lead instruments.

WA-47jr (only) features a selectable -10dB pad that allows the WA-47jr to handle SPLs up to 157dB, making capturing loud sources easy.

WA-47jr (only) features a switchable 70 Hz high pass filter making it easy to remove unruly bass noise from sources before you even hit record.