Warm Audio - WA-CX12 Tube Condenser Microphone - Silver
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About This Item
- Key Specs
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional
- Microphone Type: Condenser microphones
- Wireless: false
- General
- Brand: Warm Audio
- Model Number: WA-CX12
- Product Name: WA-CX12 Tube Condenser Microphone
- Color: Silver
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 1 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Length: 11.63 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 2 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 1 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Audio
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional
- Features
- Microphone Type: Condenser microphones
- Wireless: false
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 850031640108
A faithful recreation of one of the most natural and balanced tube condenser microphones of all time, the WA-CX12 captures the true sound of sources and rooms with extreme accuracy. Used over and over again by some of the world’s most recognized engineers and artists, the original microphone stands out as open, airy, and natural. Pairing the CK12-style capsule with the large-core TAB-Funkenwerk USA output transformer helps the CX12 capture musical bass, organic mids, and polished high end. With no-compromise components and elite build quality, the WA-CX12 delivers that iconic sound that no personal or professional mic locker is complete without.
- Faithful recreation of the most natural and balanced tube microphone of all time: The WA-CX12 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-CX12 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 7-pin GAC-7 tube cable from Gotham Switzerland: Using vintage-correct construction methods and highly-upgraded components, our 7 pin cable achieves near-perfect signal transfer.
- Includes vintage hard carrying case for all components: 1. Safely transport your mic anywhere with the custom, ultra-durable, vintage-vibe tweed carrying case.
- Faithful recreation of the most natural and balanced tube microphone of all time: The WA-CX12 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-CX12 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 7-pin GAC-7 tube cable from Gotham Switzerland: Using vintage-correct construction methods and highly-upgraded components, our 7 pin cable achieves near-perfect signal transfer.
- Includes vintage hard carrying case for all components: 1. Safely transport your mic anywhere with the custom, ultra-durable, vintage-vibe tweed carrying case.
Whats Included
- Microphone
- IEC Power Cable
- Premium Gotham 5 Meter 7-Pin Tube Mic Cable
- Wood Microphone Box
- Shockmount
- Microphone
- IEC Power Cable
- Premium Gotham 5 Meter 7-Pin Tube Mic Cable
- Wood Microphone Box
- Shockmount
Product Manuals
Q: What is the purpose of the large-core TAB-Funkenwerk USA output transformer?
A: The large-core TAB-Funkenwerk USA output transformer helps the CX12 capture musical bass, organic mids, and polished high end.
Q: Does the microphone come with a warranty?
A: The manufacturer's warranty for parts on the microphone is 1 year.
Q: Is the microphone a condenser microphone?
A: This microphone is a condenser microphone.
Q: What is the weight and height of the microphone?
A: The microphone weighs 1 pound. The WA-CX12 Tube Condenser Microphone is 1 inch tall.
Q: What is the microphone's polar pattern?
A: The polar pattern of the microphone is cardioid.
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| Pros for Warm Audio - WA-CX12 Tube Condenser Microphone - Silver | |||
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| There were no pros for this product— | Sound Quality, Portability, Battery Life, Size, Connectivity | There were no pros for this product— | Sound Quality, Portability, Connectivity, Battery Life, Size |
| Cons for Warm Audio - WA-CX12 Tube Condenser Microphone - Silver | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Compatibility, Button Layout | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |
