Built to honor a legendary hip-hop and R&B mic from the '90s, the limited-edition gold Warm Audio WA-8000 Tube Condenser Mic Gold Editionoffers rappers, singers, producers, and engineers a chance to attain unmistakable polish and presence at a small fraction of the cost associated with the mic that inspired it. Adhering to Warm Audio's guiding principles, the WA-8000 utilizes precision construction with top-shelf components strictly selected for their rewarding, high-class audio performance.

With its K67-style, solid-brass capsule, military-grade NOS 6AU6 vacuum tube, and custom Lundahl transformer, the WA-8000 is capable of delivering the airy highs, midrange clarity, and detailed nuance that made the original mic an icon. Plus, its selectable cardioid and omnidirectional polar patterns give it the versatility to capture vocals, acoustic instruments, and room ambience equally well. Knowing that extras matter, Warm Audio supplies the WA-8000 with a shockmount, premium 7-pin tube mic cable, PSU (power supply unit), and hard shell carrying case.

Inspired by Iconic R&B and Hip-Hop Mic    Cardioid and Omni Polar Patterns    All-Brass K67-Style Capsule    Military-Grade NOS 6AU6 Tube    Custom Lundahl Transformer    External Tube Mount and Heat Sink    Polished, Airy Highs and Clear Mids    Detail and Nuance with Low Self-Noise    Boutique 7-Pin Tube Mic Cable    Includes Shockmount, PSU, and Hard Case

• The WA-8000 is easily recognizable by its open top end, crystal-clear midrange, and an uncanny ability to capture every detail of acoustic sources. While most commonly known for R&B, rap, and hip-hop, the WA-8000 gives you that unmistakable “airy” and polished sound associated with some of the most hi-fidelity recordings of the '90s and beyond.
• The WA-8000 is a true studio workhorse, equipped to capture any voice or acoustic instrument with elite results. True to the Warm formula, the WA-8000 is designed with uncompromising standards, using carefully selected premium components.

• The WA-8000 features the Swedish-made Lundahl transformer, which performed well beyond any other components during rigorous testing cycles.
• The NOS 6AU6 tubes selected for assembly provide the widest clear dynamic range of the various brands tested, opening up the greatest level of sonic detail with generous amounts of headroom.
• Inspired by the original, the all-brass K67-style capsule is engineered with precision, leveraging the highest quality raw materials, even down to the tensioning hoops.
• A custom-designed external tube mount and heat sink component lowers self-noise and maintains optimal operating temperature.

• An often overlooked accessory of tube microphones is the multi-pin tube mic cable. The WA-8000 includes a 7-pin GAC-7 cable manufactured by Gotham Switzerland to strict standards that outshine alternatives in terms of rejection and signal-to-noise performance.
• As expected with a mic of its caliber, the WA-8000 is supplied with a shockmount to complete the studio-worthy look and performance.
• A professional-level, hard carrying case is included to ensure safe transport of the microphone and its premium components.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this work to send audio to an iPhone 12 via an XLR output from a Shure wireless mic?

A: Yes, the IK Multimedia iRig Pre HD Audio Interface with Mic Pre is a great solution for sending audio into an iPhone from a Mic level XLR audio source such as a Shure wireless receiver.

Q: 2. Can "Steven Slate VSX Essentials" be ran on a PC or Mac as a standalone software?

A: The Steven Slate VSX Monitoring Plug-In cannot be run in standalone mode.

Q: 3. How do i get the code for the dowload?

A: B&H will email you a license code and a download link for this offer.

Q: 4. Is the mic gold color or silver color ?the same mic they sell in amazon is silver the accessories look silver but the mic what color is the mic gold or silver? if the mic is gold as shown looks really nice...

A: The MXL V67G HE Heritage Edition Solid-State Condenser Microphone has a matte, silver-colored finish with gold engraving and a chrome grille.

Q: 5. What is the weight of this mic with the appropriate suspension mount?

A: The weight of the Audio-Technica AT4047/SV is about 1 pound.

Q: 6. Are these wireless?

A: No, the headphones that are included with the Steven Slate Audio VSX Modeling Headphones Essentials Edition system are wired. The included software enables the user to monitor in a variety of acoustically treated environments with an immersive 3D experience that removes mix issues caused by poor room acoustics and limited speaker selection. The VSX offers producers and mixers the ability to produce and mix in virtual models of precisely tuned listening environments, including famous pro mixing and mastering studios. Wireless headphones are typically not used for mixing.

Q: 7. What are the differences between the black and gray and the Bentley edition? Are they purely cosmetic or are there sound differences?

A: This version comes with copper color accents directly referencing key trim and brightwork aspects of Bentley Motors designs.

Q: 8. Does the power supply accept 240V AC?

A: The included power supply for the Sony C-800G Studio Tube Condenser Microphone that we sell operates at 120V AC. You can use a step-down transformer to convert the voltage coming from a 240V AC power outlet to 120V AC.

Q: 9. Can you lock/latch this rack closed so it doesn't open when in transit?

A: No, the iStarUSA WA-KBR-1U 1 RU Sliding Drawer does not lock. For a 1U locking drawer, consider the On-Stage RDL1000 Locking Rack Drawer (B&H # ONRDL1000) or the On-Stage RDLS1000 1 RU Locking Rack Drawer (B&H # ONRDLS1000).

Q: 10. What is the diameter opening for the larger size hole? Want to mount onto different stand than the Sennheiser mic stand.

A: The Sennheiser MZGE 8000 Bar Connector is intended for use to join a vertical bar (either the Sennheiser MZEF 8060 or the MZEF 8120, which are different lengths) with an extension tube (either the Sennheiser MZE 8015, MZE 8060, or MZE 8120) for use with the Sennheiser MKH 8020, MKH 8040, MKH 8050, and MKH 8090 Microphones. The MZEF 8060 and the MZEF 8120 Vertical Extension Bars have a diameter of 12mm. So the larger opening on the MZGE 8000 Bar Connector will fit a bar that has a diameter of 12mm.