{"product_id":"warm-audio-wa-84","title":"Warm Audio WA-84 Small-diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Nickel","description":"[custom_html]\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-info__description__brand\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/1001\/files\/brand_warm.png?v=1767422972\" alt=\"\" width=\"130\" height=\"58\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-info__description__text\"\u003eSmall-diaphragm Condenser Microphone with Cardioid Polar Pattern and 10dB Pad - Nickel\u003c\/div\u003e\n[\/custom_html][video]https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=_-kD2mnBeSk[\/video]\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInspired Re-creation of a Legendary Small-diaphragm Condenser\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nTheir acclaimed compressors and preamps have famously upset the pro audio price\/performance ratio. \nWhen Warm Audio turned its attention to the granddaddy of small-diaphragm FET condenser microphones, \nyou know it had to be good. And it is. Flash back to any top recording studio in the 1970s — you'll \nsee the venerable '84 everywhere. Music Experience engineers who have worked with different generations of \nthis perennial studio favorite know that the vintage ones have a warmer, more forgiving sonic character. \nIt's these circuit designs, dating back nearly half a century, that Warm Audio closely followed for \nthe WA-84. Stellar performance, top-shelf parts, and amazing value: that's the Warm formula — and the \nWA-84 nails it.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQuality Components Make the Warm Difference\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nWarm Audio doesn't cut corners on components, but they do order parts and build in quantity, which \nkeeps costs down and delivers amazing value. Featuring a meticulously crafted vintage reproduction \ncapsule, the WA-84 is built with premium all-discrete components that include Fairchild transistors, \nWima capacitors, and a CineMag USA transformer. Designed for professional commercial and home studios, \nlive sound reinforcement, and broadcast applications, the WA-84 has the uncanny ability to finesse a \nwide range of sources, such as acoustic guitars, double bass, drums and percussion, piano, strings, \nbrass and woodwinds, and more.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Can the WA-84 Do for You?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nEvery studio needs at least one pair of high-quality small-diaphragm condenser mics, and the Warm Audio \nWA-84 is designed after a legendary one. With its versatile cardioid polar pattern and 10dB pad, you \ncan use the WA-84 on any instrument — with world-class results. It makes snares and toms sound huge. \nIt's great for drum overheads, capturing cymbals with warmth and vibrancy. It's perfect for adding a \nbit of room to complement a close dynamic or ribbon mic on a guitar cabinet. Engage the pad and move \nthe mic right up on the speaker grille.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDouble Your Value with a Pair of These Excellent Mics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe WA-84 is an ideal choice for piano, vibraphone, marimba, congas, strings, woodwinds, and so much \nmore. The list goes on, but suffice to say: You haven't lived until you've heard a grand piano spring \nto life when miked with a pair of WA-84s. For drum room mics, use two of them and nuke the stereo \nsignal with a fast limiter — positively explosive! Considering its amazing price, it would be wise to \ndouble your value and get (at least) two for recording tracks in stereo.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Warm Audio Says...\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe WA-84 is a precise reproduction of the industry-standard small-diaphragm condenser mic. Unlike modern transformerless recreations, vintage units are prized for their rich and detailed tone that delivers smooth yet articulate high end. Like the original, the WA-84 delivers the signature SDC sound trusted by artists and engineers on legendary recordings by James Taylor, Fleetwood Mac, Paul Simon, Steve Gadd, and many more.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eClear, Focused Tone\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nLike the original vintage units, the WA-84 delivers open clarity with powerful noise rejection. Unlike modern reissues that skip the transformer and “update” the circuit, the WA-84 captures creamy, smooth top-end along with the beefy mid-to-bottom end that made the original a studio legend. Its class-A circuitry, premium transformer, and meticulous design allow the WA-84 to capture precise performance detail with professional isolation. The slight 8–10 kHz dip and 11–20 kHz lift smooth harsh highs without sacrificing brilliance.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nLike the original vintage 84-style mic, the WA-84 includes all the essential features for a complete and professional recording experience. The carefully crafted cardioid capsule delivers elite performance true to the vintage original, including a smooth 9–10 kHz dip that prevents overly harsh highs—especially important for cymbals.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nUnlike modern transformerless reissues, the WA-84 uses a custom USA-made CineMag transformer that ensures rich detail, clear top end, and tight low-end response while maintaining that unmistakable analog character. The WA-84 also incorporates WIMA, polystyrene, and tantalum through-hole capacitors throughout the circuit for optimal signal transfer from capsule to transformer.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe available -10 dB pad provides additional headroom, allowing you to record loud sources with impressive condenser detail and exceptional noise rejection.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n[tabs] [tab title=\"FEATURES\"]\n\u003ch4\u003eWarm Audio WA-84 Small-diaphragm Condenser Microphone Features:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCardioid polar pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFully discrete signal path\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVintage reproduction capsule\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCineMag USA Transformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e48V phantom powered\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrequency Range: 20Hz–20kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSensitivity: -39dB or 11mV\/Pa @ 1kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOutput Impedance: 200Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRated Load Impedance: ≥1kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSwitchable Pad: -10dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaximum SPL: 123\/133dB @ 1kHz, 0.5% THD, 0\/-10dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eS\/N Ratio: 78dBA (IEC651)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEquivalent Noise: 16dBA (IEC651)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDynamic Range: 107dBA (IEC651)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eConnector: 3-pin gold-plated XLR\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncludes microphone, cardioid capsule, shockmount, mic clip, windscreen, carrying case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[\/tab] [tab title=\"SPECIFICATIONS\"]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003csection 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860191002135\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003ca id=\"reviews\" class=\"anchor\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-reviews\"\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-reviews__header\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n[\/tab][\/tabs]","brand":"Warm Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47573936963798,"sku":"WA-84-C","price":8795.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/1001\/files\/warm-audio-wa-84-1.jpg?v=1767517410","url":"https:\/\/www.musicexperience.co.za\/products\/warm-audio-wa-84","provider":"Music Experience","version":"1.0","type":"link"}