Warm Audio WA-CX12 Professional Large-Diaphragm Tube Microphone

The Warm Audio WA-CX12 Professional Large-Diaphragm Tube Microphone stands as a meticulous replica of the most authentic and well-balanced tube microphone ever crafted. Renowned for its natural and harmonious sound, this microphone pays homage to the original AKG C12, which was manufactured in Austria between 1953 and 1963 and remains the definitive version of the 12-style microphone. Drawing inspiration from the limited production run of only 2500 microphones, the WA-CX12 captures the essence of its predecessor, highly sought after for its ability to faithfully capture the inherent beauty of vocal performances, ambient acoustics, and various distant miking techniques. It is safe to say that the number of renowned recording artists who have not utilized a 12-style microphone is considerably smaller than those who have. Among the notable musicians who have harnessed the original AKG C12 are The Beatles, Lupe Fiasco, Tom Petty, Michael Jackson, Alanis Morissette, and Taylor Swift, to name just a few. The WA-CX12 leaves no stone unturned in its pursuit of the coveted open, ethereal, and authentic sound profile that has been repeatedly employed by some of the most esteemed engineers and artists across the globe.

The WA-CX12 is an exacting replication of the most natural and well-balanced tube microphone ever conceived. Praised for its organic tonality and pleasing high-frequency response, this microphone faithfully recreates the original AKG C12, which was manufactured in Austria from 1953 to 1963 and remains the definitive version of the 12-style microphone. The WA-CX12's sound profile and circuit design draw inspiration from the original production run of a mere 2500 microphones, which are highly coveted for their ability to capture the inherent beauty of vocal performances, room ambience, and other distant miking techniques. It is safe to assume that the number of renowned recording artists who have never utilized a 12-style microphone is considerably smaller than those who have. Notable musicians who have employed the original AKG C12 include The Beatles, Lupe Fiasco, Tom Petty, Michael Jackson, Alanis Morissette, and Taylor Swift, among many others. The WA-CX12 spares no effort in achieving the highly sought-after open, spacious, and natural sound profile that has been repeatedly embraced by some of the most acclaimed engineers and artists worldwide.

The WA-CX12 faithfully recreates the most natural and well-balanced tube microphone ever made, celebrated for its organic tonality and pleasing high-frequency response. The

Key Features

• Recreates the iconic AKG C12 tube mic with natural and balanced sound
  
• Original AKG C12 produced in Austria from 1953 1963
  
• WA-CX12 inspired by original production run of only 2500 mics
  
• Highly coveted for capturing natural beauty of vocal performances
  
• Used by famous recording artists like The Beatles, Michael Jackson, and Taylor Swift
  
• Custom Edge Terminated, All-Brass Vintage CK12-Style Capsule
  
• Custom TAB-Funkenwerk (AMI) USA Output Transformer
  
• Premium 12AY7 Vacuum Tube and Premium Capacitors
  
• Offers 9 Polar Patterns including Cardioid, Omnidirectional, and Figure-8
  
• Achieves open, airy, and natural sound profile favored by top engineers and artists

Technical Specifications

Custom Edge Terminated, All-Brass Vintage CK12-Style Capsule
Custom TAB-Funkenwerk (AMI) USA Output Transformer
Premium 12AY7 Vacuum Tube
Premium Capacitors
Polar Patterns
9 Patterns - Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8, + 6 additional mixed patterns
Max SPL
149dB
Frequency Response
30Hz-20kHz
Output Impedance
200 Ohms
Signal-To-Noise Ratio
73dB
EIN / Self-Noise
22dBA
Total Weight
17 Lbs, Mic Only: 2lbs 7oz
Mic Dimensions
11 ⅝” x 2” (29.5cm x 5cm)
Included Accessories
Custom Tweed Carrying Case, External IEC Grounded PSU, IEC Power Cable, Premium Gotham 5 Meter 7-Pin Tube Microphone Cable, Wood Microphone Box, Shockmount