Overview
The Warm Audio WA-CX24 is a faithful recreation of the legendary C24, capturing the rich, three-dimensional sound that made the original a studio icon. Designed as a no-compromise stereo tube condenser microphone, it features dual custom edge-terminated CK12-style capsules made from all-brass, which can be independently rotated 180 degrees. This unique mechanical design allows engineers to easily configure coincident stereo techniques like X-Y, Mid-Side, and Blumlein, making it an exceptional choice for recording piano, room ambience, and orchestral ensembles with phase-coherent precision.
Under the hood, the WA-CX24 is built with premium discrete components to ensure vintage-correct tone and modern reliability. The circuit centers around a selected 12AY7 vacuum tube for warmth and smooth high-end detail, coupled with two USA-made TAB-Funkenwerk (AMI) T14 output transformers that deliver a large, open soundstage. With an external power supply offering nine independently selectable polar patterns for each capsule, this microphone provides a massive palette of sonic textures, from focused cardioid to expansive omnidirectional and figure-8 options.
Features
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Vintage Reproduction – A faithful recreation of the classic C24 stereo tube microphone used on countless historic recordings.
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Dual CK12-Style Capsules – Features two custom edge-terminated, dual-backplate, all-brass capsules for rich, detailed audio.
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Flexible Stereo Imaging – The top capsule rotates 180 degrees, allowing for precise X-Y, Mid-Side, and Blumlein stereo configurations.
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Premium Tube Circuitry – Utilizes a 12AY7 vacuum tube and boutique capacitors to deliver warm, organic analog tone.
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Custom Transformers – Equipped with two American-made TAB-Funkenwerk (AMI) T14 output transformers for superior signal integrity.
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Extensive Pattern Control – External PSU offers 9 polar patterns per capsule (Cardioid, Omni, Figure-8, plus 6 mixed patterns).
Specifications
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Microphone Type: Stereo Tube Condenser
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Capsules: 2 x Custom Edge-Terminated, All-Brass CK12-Style
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Tube Type: 12AY7
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Transformers: 2 x TAB-Funkenwerk (AMI) USA T14
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Polar Patterns: 9 per capsule (Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8, 6 mixed)
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Frequency Response: 30 Hz – 20 kHz
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Output Impedance: 200 Ohms
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Max SPL: 149 dB
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Self Noise: 22 dBA
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 73 dB
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Cable: 5-meter (16 ft) Gotham GAC-9 9-pin tube microphone cable
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Dimensions: 14 x 2 inches
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Weight: 3 pounds (Mic Only)
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Model: WA-CX24
