Classic FET mic sound can be yours.
The WA-47F is a faithful recreation of an exceedingly rare, wildly popular, large-diaphragm FET microphone known for its ability to handle high SPL with great accuracy. With the original considered a premier choice for kick drum sounds and vocals across world-class studios, the sound profile of the WA-47F faithfully recreates the expansive dynamic range, immediate transient response and ability to render meticulous detail of the original '47 FET-style microphone. Premium components and elite build quality come together to make the WA-47F an ideal choice for several applications in the studio.
This mic includes a custom hardcase.
This mic includes a custom hardcase.
Specifications
- Gold-sputtered, large-diaphragm, single-backplate, K47-style capsule
- Custom TAB-Funkenwerk (AMI) USA output transformer
- Premium Fairchild transistors
- Wima and polystyrene capacitors
- Polar pattern: Cardioid
- Max SPL: 137dB, 147dB with 10dB pad engaged
- Frequency Response: 40Hz–16kHz
- Output Impedance: 150 ohms
- Rated Load Impedance: >1 kohm
- Pads and Filters: -10dB pad, 140Hz low-cut filter
- Signal-to-noise ratio (+ weighted): 69dB, 76dB-A
- EIN/self-noise (+ weighted): 25dB, 18dB-A
- Total weight: 3.5 lb.; mic only: 2 lb.
- Mic dimensions: 8" x 2.75" (20.3 cm x 7 cm)
Features
- Faithful recreation of a high-SPL, low-noise classic
- K47-style capsule with custom TAB-Funkenwerk USA output transformer
- Exceptional high-SPL handling: up to 147dB (10dB pad engaged)
- Superior build quality with premium boutique components