Warm Audio WA-CX24 Stereo Tube Microphone
The Warm Audio WA-CX24 is a premium stereo large-diaphragm tube condenser microphone that faithfully recreates one of the most iconic vintage designs ever made. Packed with no-compromise components and enhanced versatility, this studio workhorse delivers full-bodied tone, wide stereo imaging, and exceptional sonic detail. Whether you're tracking grand pianos, acoustic guitars, or stereo drum overheads, the WA-CX24 captures every nuance with smooth highs, rich mids, and tight low-end clarity.
Dual CK12-style capsules, a matched 12AY7 vacuum tube, and a pair of USA-made TAB-Funkenwerk transformers bring vintage warmth and openness, while the independently assignable polar patterns and full 180° capsule rotation allow for maximum creative control in stereo recording. The WA-CX24 includes a Gotham GAC-9 cable, power supply, shockmount, wood display box, and a deluxe tweed flight case. Hand-tested and assembled in Austin, TX, this mic is built for pros who demand top-tier results.
Features
- Faithful recreation of a legendary stereo tube condenser mic
- 2x all-brass CK12-style edge-terminated dual-diaphragm capsules
- 2x custom TAB-Funkenwerk (AMI) T14 USA-made output transformers
- Premium 12AY7 vacuum tube with smooth high-end and rich mids
- 9 selectable polar patterns including Cardioid, Omni, and Figure-8
- Independently assignable polar-pattern switches per capsule
- 180° capsule rotation for stereo techniques like XY, Blumlein & mid-side
- Max SPL: 149 dB – handles loud sources with ease
- Frequency response: 30 Hz – 20 kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 73 dB / Self-noise: 22 dBA
- External PSU with IEC cable & dual-pattern switching
- Includes Gotham GAC-9 9-pin tube cable (5m)
- Mic weight: 1.4 kg / Total system weight: 9.3 kg
- Includes wood box, shockmount, tweed flight case & power supply
- Hand-tested and assembled in Austin, TX, USA