WA-84 Premium Stereo Package
Multi-Pattern Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Stereo Pair
Precise Reproduction Of The Industry Standard
MSRP $899
The Studio Standard Premium SDC
The WA-84 is a precise reproduction of the industry standard small-diaphragm condenser mic in a premium stereo package! Unlike modern transformerless recreations, vintage units are prized for the rich & detailed tone that reproduce smooth yet detailed high end. The premium package delivers the added choice of elite noise rejection of cardioid capsules, or the spacious ambient tones of omnidirectional capsules. The originals have been loved by artists like James Taylor, Fleetwood Mac, Paul Simon, Steve Gadd and many more.
Clear, Focused Tone
Like the original vintage units, the WA-84 delivers open clarity with powerful noise rejection. Unlike modern reissues that skip the transformer and “update” the circuit, the WA-84 captures creamy smooth top-end and the BEEFY mid to bottom-end that made the original the studio legend that it is. The class-A circuitry, premium transformer, and meticulous design allow the WA-84 to capture precise detail in performances with professional sound isolation. The slight 8 - 10 kHz dip / 11 - 20 kHz bump smooths out harsh highs without any lost brilliance. Choose the standard cardioid capsules for rich isolated tones, or fit the omnidirectional capsules to capture intricate ambient noise and room reflections.
Applications
Drum Overheads
Clear Cymbals & Room SoundsAcoustic Guitars
Pristine Fretboard TonePercussion
Detailed PercussionOrchestral / Strings
Present, Forward Strings
Emphasize the “crack” of the snare, “snap” of the toms, and crisp detail of cymbals.
Key Features
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What you need to know
Like the original vintage 84-style mic, the WA-84 includes all the features that deliver a complete and professional recording experience with additional omni capsules to handle varying recording situations.
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Unlike modern transformerless reissues, the WA-84 uses a custom USA-made CineMag transformer that helps deliver rich detail, clear top-end, and tight bottom end of the original mics without losing that unmistakable ‘analog’ sound.
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The carefully-crafted capsules provide the elite performance of the vintage original. The cardioid capsule has a smooth 9-10K dip to tame harsh high end while the omni capsule has a slight bump in that range to capture detailed room reflections.
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The WA-84 proudly utilizes WIMA, polystyrene and tantalum through-hole capacitors throughout the whole circuit for ideal signal transfer from capsule-to-transformer.
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The available -10 dB pad provides more headroom to record loud sources with the impressive detail of a condenser plus elite noise-rejection.