The 87 Series: Pristine Clarity and Studio Polish
Both the WA-87jr and the WA-87jr Studio Essential recreate the iconic tone of the famous 87-style studio microphone—renowned for its pristine top end, detailed midrange, and polished vocal presence. Following the design of our professional WA-87 R2 microphone, these FET-based mics bring the unmistakable clarity and character of classic studio sound into a modern, transformerless format. Each mic is built around Warm Audios K87-style capsule, accurately recreating one of the most sought-after large-diaphragm capsules in recording history, delivering the all-time studio favorite tone found on countless legendary vocal and instrument tracks.
The WA-87jr Studio Essential simplifies the design while preserving the core tonal qualities of the WA-87jr. It uses a single-backplate version of the same K87-style capsule to deliver crisp high-end detail and a clean, focused midrange in a fixed-cardioid format. With the same ultra-low self-noise, wide dynamic range, and fully discrete signal path of the Jr, the WA-87jr Studio Essential delivers analog warmth and pristine detail. Perfect for: vocalists, voice artists, acoustic instruments, podcasters, streamers, and creators seeking professional studio tone in a streamlined package.
Contemporary Version Of A Legendary Lead Vocal Mic
The WA-87jr series is a contemporary version of the iconic 87-style studio microphone that captures pristine, detailed tone with modern circuitry. WA-87jr & WA-87jr SE mics are equally at home in a project studio or in a world-class recording facility. Each features a vintage-correct reproduction of the celebrated K87-style capsule, the same capsule found in the flagship WA-87 R2 condenser mic. The capsule has the same tonal character known for capturing legendary recordings by classic and modern artists including David Bowie, Elton John, Beyonce, Justin Timberlake, and many more.
Key Features
- K87-style single-backplate capsule for pristine detail and clarity
- Fixed cardioid pattern for superior off-axis rejection
- Fully discrete, transformerless signal path for transparent audio quality
- Ultra-low self-noise for clean, uncolored recordings
- Wide dynamic range suitable for all recording applications
- Nickel finish with professional studio design
Delivering a Legacy Of Pristine Studio Sound
Combining one of the most revered vocal condenser capsules of all time with our carefully crafted, modern circuits, the WA-87jr series delivers rich detail and top-end clarity for capturing everything from vocals, to acoustic guitars, drum overheads and more. The WA-87jr SE features a discrete signal path, exceptional dynamic range, and ultra-low self-noise. The sound profile of the WA-87jr series blends past and present to achieve the perfect balance of pristine detail with never-harsh high-end.
Applications
- Vocals: Stream-Ready Vocals with Pristine Clarity
- Acoustic Guitar: Articulate Acoustic Guitars with Rich Detail
- Electric Guitar: Detailed Electric Guitar Cabs and Amplifiers
- Percussion: Brilliant Drum Rooms & Overhead Recordings
