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# Warm Audio WA-87jr SE Review: A Budget Voiceover Mic with Pro Sound
- URL: https://www.podcastvideos.com/warm-audio-wa87jr-se-review/
- Published: 2026-01-07T19:30:47.000Z
- Updated: 2026-01-07T19:30:47.000Z
- Description: This $199 microphone offers low noise, pro-level clarity, and vintage tone for voice recording.
- Author: Staff Report
- Tags: Audio Equipment, Editing, Recording

The [Warm Audio WA-87jr SE](https://warmaudio.com/wa-87jr?ref=podcastvideos.com) is a budget-friendly large-diaphragm condenser microphone designed to replicate the vintage [Neumann U87](https://www.neumann.com/en-us/products/microphones/u-87-ai?ref=podcastvideos.com) sound. Priced at $199, it targets voiceover artists and content creators seeking high-end audio quality without the premium cost.

Built around a gold-sputtered K87-style capsule and a fully discreet signal path, the WA-87jr SE delivers low self-noise (9 dBA), solid proximity effect, and strong resistance to RF interference. It offers a [fixed cardioid polar pattern](https://www.podcastvideos.com/articles/cold-facts-on-polar-patterns/)—ideal for voice recording—and lacks onboard switches for pads or filters, simplifying use for vocal applications.

Compared to the Neumann U87 Ai and [RODE NT-1 5th Gen](https://rode.com/en-us/products/nt1-5th-generation?srsltid=AfmBOop5Sd0Zzpmvq9hs5n1rrOMIdsgDpkpFX8p5P%5FuB6J4%5Fr74qDrvK&ref=podcastvideos.com), the WA-87jr SE holds its own in clarity and warmth. Sound tests show balanced highs without harshness and a low noise floor (-70 dB in real-world use), making it suitable even for untreated recording spaces.

Notably, the mic shares its capsule with higher-end Warm Audio models but omits extras like a shock mount, switchable polar patterns, and a high-pass filter. While the SE includes only a hard mount, a shock mount can be purchased separately. This simplicity favors users focused on voiceover or solo recording in controlled setups.

Performance tests confirm solid handling of plosives, off-axis coloration, and electromagnetic interference. The all-metal body and 5-year warranty add value at the price point, and each unit is hand-tested in Texas.

Overall, the WA-87jr SE offers impressive sound quality and build for its class. For those on a budget or just starting with voiceover work, it’s a strong contender among entry-level studio microphones.