Warm Audio WA-19

The WA-19 delivers a unique combination of dynamic mic functionality and condenser-like clarity, reviving one of the most favored studio & live dynamicsof the 1960s. Featuring a custom, hand-assembled dynamic cardioid humbucking capsule in a rugged metal design, the WA-19 blends the critical noise rejection & reduced proximity effect of a dynamic but with more clarity and richer top-end detail than most studio dynamics. The WA-19 includes a variable acoustic high-pass filter ring that cuts up to 10dB at 50 Hz, ideal for tightening up the tone and adding upper-midrange emphasis without any electronic phase shift often incurred from preamp high-pass filters.

The thin pencil-style body design of the WA-19 allows for easy mic placement in crowded studio or live performance situations where mics are on top of each other – like recording acoustic guitar and vocals simultaneously, tracking a whole band, or miking a full drum kit. The dynamic humbucking coil helps the mic deliver elite off-axis rejection, especially in the bass/lower midrange with minimal noise, making it easy to grab tight snare bottom tones without aggressive kick drum bleed.  Additionally, ventilated slots on the side of the WA-19 body reduce proximity effect, eliminating boomy bass associated with placing the mic closer to louder sources.

• Polar pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency range: 30 – 18,000 Hz
• Bass cut at 50 Hz variably adjustable from 0 to -10 dB
• Sensitivity -53 dB (± 3 dB) at 1 kHz, 0 dB = 1 V / Pa
• Max. sound pressure level: 145 dB SPL
• Impedance: 200 Ohm
• Dimensions: 152 x 35 x 35 mm
• Weight: 0.2 kg
• Colour: Nickel