Warm Audio WA-2FT Ribbon Microphone

Vintage Ribbon Sound With Modern Circuitry
The Warm Audio Fen-tone stereo ribbon microphone pair delivers the legendary warmth and midrange detail of a classic 1950s ribbon mic, built with premium modern components for today’s demanding recording setups. Engineered for stereo capture of instruments, this matched pair of figure-8 ribbon microphones comes equipped with an integrated selectable 26 dB analog preamp, making them plug-and-play even with lower-gain interfaces or budget preamps. Whether you’re recording guitar cabs, drums, horns, or strings, the Fen-tone captures each nuance with silky smoothness and rich harmonic depth.

Engineered for High SPL Stereo Instrument Recording
Designed to handle high sound pressure levels, the Fen-tone is perfect for stereo-miking electric guitar cabinets, grand pianos, horn sections, and percussion overheads. The microphones maintain clarity and detail without harsh overtones or distortion, even in loud environments. Thanks to a combination of a rare-earth neodymium magnet and a 1.8-micron aluminum ribbon element, the Fen-tone translates intense performances with realism and warmth that condenser mics often fail to replicate.

Selectable In-Line Preamp Adds Clean Analog Gain
With a built-in analog JFET preamp offering 26 dB of boost, the Fen-tone ensures compatibility with lower-output setups and helps prevent tonal loss from weak preamps. This onboard “Warm Lifter” circuit maintains the mic’s full dynamic range while boosting signal strength cleanly and transparently. The selectable design gives you the option to bypass the preamp entirely for use in fully powered signal chains, offering flexibility for various studio or stage applications.

Iconic Figure-8 Polar Pattern for Versatile Stereo Miking
The dual figure-8 polar pattern design captures sound equally from the front and rear while rejecting audio from the sides. This configuration is ideal for stereo setups and mid-side miking techniques, especially when recording two instruments simultaneously or creating a natural stereo field. It also allows creative spatial placement when miking groups or ambient environments, enhancing depth and width in your mixes.

Smooth Top End With Tight Bass Response
Where some microphones exaggerate sibilance or add harshness, the Fen-tone’s ribbon transducer gently rolls off upper highs while preserving a clear, focused top end. You’ll get tight lows, a warm and pronounced midrange, and none of the brittle edge that can creep in with condenser mics on brass, cymbals, or stringed instruments. This makes the Fen-tone particularly effective on sources that benefit from a more natural, vintage-style voicing.

Premium Components Built for Studio Demands
Internally, the Fen-tone features a custom CineMag USA transformer for balanced output and sonic accuracy, paired with robust ribbon protection and high-grade wiring. Its hand-tested build quality ensures consistency between the stereo pair, giving you a matched tonal character for professional-grade stereo recordings. Included with the microphones are a heavy-duty flight case, protective socks, and locking mic clips to keep your gear safe and session-ready.

Designed, Inspected, and Assembled in Austin, Texas
Each Fen-tone microphone undergoes final testing and quality control at Warm Audio’s headquarters in Austin, Texas. The engineering team ensures that every ribbon element and preamp circuit meets professional-grade standards. This hands-on quality assurance process helps guarantee that your matched stereo pair is ready to perform out of the box.