Detail 01
Figure-8 pickup pattern
It is described as reducing side noise while emphasizing proximity effect.
Product detailSKU #1500000429486
Warm AudioWA-44 Ribbon Microphone With Warm Lifter Active Mic Preamp
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Warm Audio pairs the WA-44 ribbon microphone with the Warm Lifter inline mic preamp. The WA-44 uses an aluminum ribbon, powerful magnets, and a figure-8 pickup pattern; its response is described with rich lows, pronounced mids, and softened highs. Warm Lifter supplies 26 dB of clean gain for feeding interfaces and mixers, along with a balanced signal path. The bundle is positioned for recording and live performance with vocals, horns, acoustic instruments, and drums among its named uses.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recording vocals, horns, acoustic instruments, or drums with the WA-44 ribbon microphone.
- Running the WA-44 into an interface or mixer with 26 dB of added gain.
- Live or studio microphone setups needing a 100 Hz high-pass option.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
100 Hz high-pass filter
It removes unwanted low frequencies.
Detail 03
Switchable 3 kHz high-shelf boost
It adds clarity to darker microphone signals.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does the Warm Lifter add to the WA-44 system?
It provides 26 dB of clean gain to enhance the WA-44 signal for connection to interfaces, mixers, and other equipment.
02Can the Warm Lifter alter the signal for darker microphones?
Yes. Its switchable 3 kHz high-shelf boost is described as adding clarity to darker mic signals.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
