Warm Audio Wa12 Mkii Black

The WA12 MKII is a premium microphone preamp engineered for discerning audio professionals. Featuring premium-grade input and output USA CineMag transformers, this fully discrete signal path preamp delivers 71dB of gain with versatile impedance selection from 600 ohms to 150 ohms via the TONE button.

The WA12 MKII features a switchable 6-pin socketed 1731 style opamp that can be replaced with 6-pin 2520 foot-print opamps for sonic customization. Front-panel 2 Meg Ohm True HI-Z input accepts balanced mic level via XLR and hi-impedance instrument signals from guitars, bass, keyboards and more. Dual balanced outputs (XLR and 1/4 TRS) provide flexible routing options.

Key Features:

• Premium-grade USA CineMag input and output transformers for transparent, musical coloration.
• 71dB of gain with fully discrete signal path for maximum fidelity.
• Socketed 1731 style opamp - replaceable for sonic flexibility and tone shaping.
• TONE button switches input impedance from 600 to 150 ohms, changing the color of both mic and HI-Z inputs.
• 2 Meg Ohm True HI-Z front-panel input routes instrument signals through both CineMag transformers and discrete opamp for authentic, professional tone.
• Balanced XLR mic-level input with selectable 48V phantom power for condenser microphones.
• Balanced XLR and 1/4 TRS outputs for seamless studio and live integration.
• Output attenuation control allows for transformer saturation and harmonic enhancement.
• LED gain metering for precise level monitoring.
• 20dB pad for managing hot sources and preventing clipping.
• External power supply for clean, quiet operation.

Ideal for professional recording studios, live sound reinforcement, podcasting, and post-production work. The WA12 MKII delivers pristine clarity with warm, musical character—trusted by engineers worldwide for capturing the perfect take.