Warm Audio WA-87 JR Black

A Coherent Entry Point in the WA-87 Aesthetic

The WA-87JR fits within Warm Audio's sonic continuity by featuring a K87 capsule identical to that of the higher-end WA-87R2 model. The idea is simple: to offer a large-diaphragm studio microphone with a modern and versatile performance while maintaining the design choices that define the range's signature (careful capsule design, low self-noise, and refined circuitry). This lineage is particularly useful if you are looking for a "main" mic capable of handling many sessions, with a consistent and easily mixable tonal color.

For Which Recordings and User Profiles?

Thanks to its three polar patterns and FET electronics, the WA-87JR naturally positions itself at the heart of both a home studio and a more advanced production setup. It excels on singing vocals when you want fine highs and detailed mids while maintaining precise lows. In podcasting, voice-over, and content creation, its very low noise floor helps achieve a clean track, especially in environments not always perfectly treated acoustically. On the instrument side, it performs well on acoustic guitar, percussion, room mics, amps at a reasonable distance, and can also be used in pairs or as a complement thanks to the omnidirectional and figure-8 modes.

Technical specifications

Frequency response - start	20 Hz	Capsule	Large Diaphragm
Frequency response - end	20 kHz	Connection	XLR
Category	studio microphone	Color	Black
Directivity	cardioid