WA-251
Large-Diaphragm Tube Condenser Microphone
True Recreation Of A Studio Classic Revered For Warm And Balanced Tones
MSRP $849
Balance & Character
The WA-251 is a true recreation of a studio classic revered for its warm and balanced tones. The WA-251 delivers the same sound profile of the original mic, easily considered to be one of the greatest condenser microphones ever created. Known for its natural, rich sound reproduction so often used on vocals and acoustic instruments, the original was used by a long list of legendary vocalists including Adele, Ariana Grande, John Legend, Neil Young, Stevie Wonder, and many more.
A Studio Favorite For Warmth & Depth
The WA-251 captures natural sound with controlled bass and smooth high-end - just like the vintage 251-style microphones. Looking at the frequency response, the WA-251 essentially has an “always-on” 50 Hz high pass filter. With most usable bass frequencies running from 60-250 Hz, the WA-251 is a great choice for capturing lows and mids that sound “tight” in the mix vs. muddy or boomy. The 5-10 kHz dip in cardioid mode smooths out the highs to deliver a smooth top end that never sounds harsh.
Applications
Vocals
Smooth Vocals With BodyAcoustic Guitars
Woody, Natural Acoustic TonePianos
Rich, Present PianoStrings
Intimate, Detailed Strings
Capture both bold and delicate vocals without muddy or harsh tones.
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What you need to know
Like the original 251-style mic, the WA-251 includes all the features that deliver a complete and professional recording experience.
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The WA-251 uses a true reproduction of the CK12-style capsule in the original 251 tube mic. Perfect for recordings where vintage vibe is a must.
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Three polar patterns (cardioid, omni, and figure-8) give you a variety of options to choose how you want to capture sound and reject noise.
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The WA-251 uses a premium 12AY7 vacuum tube to complement the CK12-style capsule for smooth tone and vintage warmth without harsh high end.
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The custom USA-made CineMag transformer drives the bold sound captured by the capsule, delivering the tight lows, present mids, and smooth highs out of the WA-251 circuit.