Warm Audio WA-87jr SE Nickel

The 87 Series: Pristine Clarity and Studio Polish

Both the WA-87jr and the WA-87jr Studio Essential recreate the iconic tone of the famous ‘87-style studio microphone—renowned for its pristine top end, detailed midrange, and polished vocal presence. Following the design of our professional WA-87 R2 microphone, these FET-based mics bring the unmistakable clarity and character of classic studio sound into a modern, transformerless format. Each mic is built around Warm Audio’s K87-style capsule, accurately recreating one of the most sought-after large-diaphragm capsules in recording history, delivering the all-time studio favorite tone found on countless legendary vocal and instrument tracks.

The WA-87jr features a dual-backplate K87-style capsule paired with a transformerless, low-noise circuit for clean, articulate sound across a wide range of sources. With three selectable polar patterns (cardioid, omni, figure-8), a -10 dB pad for capturing loud sources, and an 70 Hz high-pass filter for reducing unwanted low-frequency noise, it’s a versatile tool for lead vocals, acoustic instruments, drums, and more. With a professional shockmount, hard mount, and leather storage pouch, this mic is right at home in a pro studio or a personal setup.

The WA-87jr Studio Essential simplifies the design while preserving the core tonal qualities of the WA-87jr. It uses a single-backplate version of the same K87-style capsule to deliver crisp high-end detail and a clean, focused midrange in a fixed-cardioid format. With the same ultra-low self-noise, wide dynamic range, and fully discrete signal path of the Jr, the WA-87jr Studio Essential delivers analog warmth and pristine detail. Perfect for: vocalists, voice artists, acoustic instruments, podcasters, streamers, and creators seeking professional studio tone in a streamlined package.

Contemporary Version Of A Legendary Lead Vocal Mic

The WA-87jr series is a contemporary version of the iconic 87-style studio microphone that captures pristine, detailed tone with modern circuitry. WA-87jr & WA-87jr SE mics are equally at home in a project studio or in a world-class recording facility. Each features a vintage-correct reproduction of the celebrated K87-style capsule, the same capsule found in the flagship WA-87 R2 condenser mic. The capsule has the same tonal character known for capturing legendary recordings by classic and modern artists including David Bowie, Elton John, Beyonce, Justin Timberlake, and many more.

Delivering a Legacy Of Pristine Studio Sound

Combining one of the most revered vocal condenser capsules all time with our carefully crafted, modern circuits, the WA-87jr series delivers rich detail and top-end clarity for capturing everything from vocals, to acoustic guitars, drum overheads and more. Available with onboard controls and multiple patterns or a streamlined cardioid-only design, the WA-87jr mics all feature a discrete signal path, exceptional dynamic range, and ultra-low self-noise. The sound profile of the WA-87jr series blends past and present to achieve the perfect balance of pristine detail with never-harsh high-end.

Applications

• VocalsStream-Ready Vocals
• Acoustic GuitarArticulate Acoustic Guitars
• Electric GuitarDetailed Electric Guitar Cabs
• PercussionBrilliant Drum Rooms & OHs