Warm Audio WA14 Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone Stereo Pair Reviews
Their acclaimed compressors and preamps have famously upset the pro audio price/performance ratio. When Warm Audio turned their attention to microphones, they set high targets: the most iconic large-diaphragm FET condenser mics in history. Behold the WA-14. It's based on a studio classic. Flash back to any top recording facility in the late 1970s. You'll see its venerable progenitor everywhere. On pianos, acoustic guitars, overheads, vocals, brass, percussion — you name it. Sweetwater engineers who have worked with this perennial studio favorite know that the all-brass, edge-terminated CK12 dual-backplate/dual-membrane capsule is a key ingredient in this mic's legendary sound. Warm Audio closely followed this timeless design when they engineered their own LK-12-B-60V Lens Kondensator for the WA-14. Stellar performance, top-shelf parts, and amazing value: that's the Warm formula — and the WA-14 nails it again.
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Super underrated
I cant say enough good things about these guys. I own a pair of gold 414s and they are great but they are super bright. I also own a pair of sliver faces that are great on TOMS and over heads but are allot darker. I'd say the the wa 414s are a perfect mix of the 2 definitely has a more vintage feel to them but I can't say enough good things about them the top end is buttery smooth but still stands out in a mix. GET THEM!!!!!!
I love these mics!
They sound great on everything that I have put them on - overheads, guitar cabs, acoustic guitar, and vocals. I have always loved the AKG C414, and these are a fantastic replica. To hear samples, and hear my full thoughts, check out my video review attached.
Low output/high noise
Make sure you have a lot of gain in your interface. These mics have very low output and high noise. Take a good look at the specs before you purchase
one mic broke after 2 weeks
I took very good care of these, only taking them out of the case when using them. One day I picked one of them up and the capsule had fallen out of place and didn't give me any sound anymore. rather disappointing since I've only had them for about 10 days. if I had to do it again I would have saved my money and bought the real deal...
