Warm Audio WA-8000
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Clear and airy "modern" signature: natural highs, precise midrange, exemplary articulation for lead vocals.
- Dual polar patterns: cardioid and omnidirectional to adapt the sound capture to the context (solo vocals, choirs, ambiance).
- 6AU6 tube stage and dedicated power supply for a rich texture, smooth transients, and controlled low noise.
- High SPL capability (up to 134 dB in omni) to handle strong sources without harshness.
Manufacturer Information
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A Tribute to the Great Microphones of the 1990s, Designed for Today
Designed as a faithful reinterpretation of an iconic early 1990s model, the WA-8000 captures the sought-after sonic aesthetic found in modern R&B and hip-hop: controlled brightness, immediate vocal presence, and detailed imaging. Warm Audio has calibrated the response and topology to deliver this legendary character in a reliable and accessible format for today's studios.
Who Is It For, and What For?
Tailored for demanding lead vocals (R&B, rap, pop), this microphone also excels on spoken voice, choirs, and certain acoustic recordings when clarity and definition are desired. The cardioid pattern isolates the performance in the booth, while the omni provides a more natural soundstage to capture room air or closely arranged ensembles.
Features Designed for Professional Recording
Polar Pattern Versatility
The cardioid/omni pair allows modulation of proximity effect, bleed, and stereo width during paired or room recordings. In cardioid, forward projection puts the voice front and center; in omni, the off-axis response is more even, ideal for open timbres and dense arrangements.
Tube Texture and External Power Supply
The 6AU6 tube circuit adds subtle harmonic micro-saturation, contributing to a sense of "size" and smoothing in the high frequencies. The 7-pin external power supply ensures stable voltage and a low noise floor, guaranteeing dynamics and fidelity on delicate passages.
Handling High Levels
Thanks to its high maximum SPL, the WA-8000 tolerates intense performances and close-miking techniques while preserving consonant clarity and solid low end, without prematurely compressing the signal.
Technical specifications
| Frequency response - start | 20 Hz | Capsule | Large Diaphragm |
| Frequency response - end | 20 kHz | Connection | XLR |
| Category | studio microphone | Color | Black |
| Directivity | omnidirectional, cardioid | ||
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz | Tube | 6AU6 |
| Max SPL | 131 dB (cardioid), 134 dB (omni) | Output impedance | 100 ohms |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 76 dB (cardioid), 73 dB (omni) | Included | 7-pin external power supply |
| Sensitivity | -33 dB/Pa (cardioid), -36 dB/Pa (omni) | Dimensions | 190 x 58 mm |
| Equivalent noise level | 15 dB (A-weighted) cardioid, 17 dB (A-weighted) omni | Weight | 600 g |
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Warm Audio WA-8000 suitable for rap and R&B vocals?
Its large diaphragm capsule and 6AU6 tube are designed to provide vocal presence and slight harmonic saturation. The cardioid pattern helps isolate a lead vocal in the booth.
What polar patterns are available on this tube microphone?
Two polar patterns are available: cardioid and omnidirectional. The cardioid mode favors the source placed in front of the microphone, while the omni mode offers a more even off-axis response.
What is the maximum sound pressure level it can handle?
The maximum SPL reaches 131 dB in cardioid and 134 dB in omnidirectional, allowing for intense vocal performances.
Is an external power supply provided?
A 7-pin external power supply is included. It powers the 6AU6 tube circuit, while the microphone output presents an impedance of 100 ohms.
What are the connectivity and dimensions of the WA-8000?
Output is via XLR through the external power supply. The microphone measures 190 x 58 mm and weighs 600 g. Its frequency response covers 20 Hz to 20 kHz.
