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| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
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Key Features
The Warm Audio WACX12 Tube Condenser Microphone faithfully recreates the classic sound of a C12-style microphone, utilising the same circuit design and top-class components to deliver its iconic sound. The original mic the WACX12 is based on, was renowned for its natural yet rich sound; capturing every nuance of complex performances from vocals to the grand piano.
Product Ref: 228673
Basing its design on one of the most balanced and natural-sounding tube mics ever made; the WA-CX12 faithfully recreates the organic tonality and rich high-end with the utmost accuracy. The original mic design was revered in the music world for its ability to capture rich nuances, providing and natural yet refined sound that made vocals shine. It's not just limited to vocals though, with the WAV-CX12 being great for use for micing pianos, capturing room sound and more. The 12-style design is iconic and championed by many major artists such as The Beatles, Michael Jackson, Tom Petty, Alanis Morrisette and Lupe Fiasco to name a few.
Providing a natural sound profile, the WA-CX12 delivers an open/airy sound that will capture every nuance of your source audio. At the heart of the CX12 is a premium-quality tube capsule, utilising the same circuit design as the original microphone. The result is a flat tone with a slight dip around 2kHz and a subtle, gradual boost between 5-10kHz for a rich, high-end response.
9 polar patterns can be selected in total; comprised of cardioid, omni, figure-8 and six intermediate/variant patterns. The 12AY7 vacuum tube used in the design of the mic helps to deliver that classic warmth normally associated with vintage mics The WA-CX12 also uses a customised TAB-Funkenwerk (AMI) USA output transformer which helps to deliver the rich, vibrant and open sound. The microphone also utilises premium-grade capacitors as well as a no-solder mask board ensuring the lowest possible noise.
Capture your performance as it was intended, with the WA-CX12. The rich and unique sound profile that the original microphone provided was revered for its natural, real-world sound. The unique mic design provides clarity in the mids and a smooth high-end – making it perfect for solo vocals, piano performances and capturing room sounds. Purchasing two WA-CX12 and using them as a stereo pair to record grand pianos are just one of the applications that made the original mic design so sought after.
Matching the premium-grade components, the WA-CX12 also comes complete with a range of useful accessories including a carry case. The boutique-style custom tweed carry case helps to keep your mic protected whilst on the move and in storage; keeping your components free from dust and superficial damage. You can also store your mic at home in the elegant wooden microphone box. Also included is a robust shock mount, a 7-pin tube mic cable (5 metres in length), an IEC grounded PSU and an IEC power cable to power the microphone.
