Vintage Warmth, Modern Clarity
The Warm Audio WA-FT Fen‑tone Ribbon Microphone is a modern homage to the golden age of ribbon mics—crafted with true vintage soul, but fine-tuned for today’s high-resolution recording standards. Built around a custom-designed ribbon motor and toroidal transformer, the Fen‑tone delivers that classic mellow ribbon sound with a rich low-mid body, smooth top end, and impressively low self-noise.
Whether you’re capturing electric guitar amps, brass, strings, or vocals, the Fen‑tone nails that lush, three-dimensional ribbon tone without sacrificing detail or intelligibility. It’s the perfect blend of classic ribbon vibe and modern studio precision.
Key Features
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True Passive Ribbon Design – Smooth, natural tone with no active coloration
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Custom Toroidal Transformer – Built to Warm Audio’s exacting specs for extended low-end and phase coherence
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2.5-Micron Aluminum Ribbon – Delivers soft transients and classic ribbon warmth
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Figure-8 Polar Pattern – Ideal for room capture, instrument miking, and creative stereo setups
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Rugged, Vintage-Style Housing – Built to last, styled to impress
Ideal For Studio Creators & Vintage Tone Lovers
Warm Audio designed the WA-FT Fen‑tone with the working producer in mind. Its passive ribbon architecture is plug-and-play with most modern preamps, while the transformer brings out serious character without needing extra gain staging tricks. The wide frequency response and nuanced transient handling make it a go-to for drum overheads, amp cabs, horns, or intimate vocals that need that “record-ready” sound right out of the mic.
Hand-Selected Components for Authentic Sound
Every part of the Fen‑tone is selected to echo the ribbon legends of the ’50s and ’60s. From the ultra-thin ribbon element to the carefully matched toroidal transformer, this mic stays true to the vintage circuit topology, delivering a tonal response that’s silky, detailed, and incredibly musical.
Specifications
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Type: Passive Ribbon Microphone
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Ribbon Element: 2.5-micron pure aluminum
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Polar Pattern: Figure-8
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Frequency Response: 30 Hz – 15 kHz
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Max SPL: 140 dB SPL (1% THD @ 1kHz)
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Output Impedance: 200 ohms
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Connector: 3-pin XLR (gold-plated contacts)
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Included Accessories: Wood storage box, premium shockmount, protective pouch
Why the Fen‑tone?
Looking to add authentic ribbon texture to your mic locker without breaking the bank? The WA-FT Fen‑tone gives you pro-level tone and build quality at a fraction of what vintage ribbons cost. Whether you’re renting for a session or making it your next permanent gear upgrade, this mic brings timeless character to any recording environment.
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