Warm Audio CX12 Tube Condenser Microphone

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Estimated delivery: 2nd - 6th May 2025
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Key Features

  • C12-style microphone with nine polar patterns
  • Natural, wide sound - captures every nuance with classic analog warmth
  • Ideal for recording pianos, vocals and room sound
  • Premium 12AY7 Vacuum Tube and C12-style brass capsule
  • Complete with shock mount, carry case, mic cable, power supply and more

Warm Audio CX12 Tube Condenser Microphone Overview

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.


Equipped with a CX12 all-brass capsule and a 12AY7 vacuum tube, the microphone delivers a flat response up until around 2kHz with a rich and airy top-end, adding that classic warmth associated with vintage mics. The WACX12 provides you with the choice of nine polar patterns including standard cardioid, omni and figure-8 patterns and as well as six intermediate pattern styles. Finishing the circuit is a specialised TAB-Funkenwerk (AMI) USA output transformer which helps to provide the wide, open sound the microphone provides.


Great for recording vocals, piano pieces and general room micing; the Warm Audio WACX12 is the perfect choice for professionals. The microphone also comes complete with a range of quality accessories including a boutique-style carry case, a shockmount, a 7-pin mic cable and an external power supply.

Product Ref: 228673

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Capture the sound that was lost to history

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.

Ideal for vocals, piano and room micing

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.

Complete with premium-quality accessory bundle

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.

Features

  • Faithful recreation of a classic tube condenser microphone
  • Bases its design on a C12-style microphone
  • Natural, wide and airy sound profile
  • Ideal for capturing vocal performances, complex piano pieces and room sound
  • Nine polar patterns including cardioid, omni and figure-8
  • Top-quality components
    • WA-12-B-60V CEK12-Style Capsule
    • AMI USA-MADE Output Transformer
    • 12AY7 vacuum tube
    • Nickel-plated brass body
  • Provides a wide and open sound with ultra-low noise performance
  • Premium capacitors throughout – no solder mask board
  • Complete with quality accessories to get you started (including shockmount)

What’s Included

  • WACX12 microphone
  • Custom Tweed Carrying Case
  • External IEC Grounded PSU
  • IEC Power Cable
  • Premium Gotham 5 Meter 7-Pin Tube Microphone Cable
  • Wood Microphone Box
  • Shockmount

Specifications

  • Capsule: Custom Edge Terminated, All-Brass Vintage CK12-Style Capsule
  • Transformer: Custom TAB-Funkenwerk (AMI) USA Output Transformer
  • Tube: Premium 12AY7 Vacuum Tube
  • 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: 32dBA
  • Total Weight: 17lbs (7.71 kg)
  • Mic Weight: 2lbs (0.9kg)
  • Mic Dimensions: 29.5cm x 5cm
  • Product Code: WRMWACX12

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