Description
The Micpro team take a look at the Warm Audio Retro 64 Dynamic Live Microphone by Warm Audio, available in the Uk from a UK supplier & UK Warranty.
The Warm Audio Retro 64 is a dynamic live microphone that blends unmistakable 1960s broadcast styling with a custom tuned capsule for modern stages. With a humbucking dynamic element, tight off axis control and a clear, mix ready voicing, it is built to deliver consistent, feedback resistant performance on vocals and instruments night after night.
Inspired by the hammer like durability and iconic silhouette of classic sixties broadcast mics, the Retro 64 brings instant vintage character to any stage without sacrificing practicality. Its matte black finish and retro grille design look striking under lights, while the internal shockmount and rugged construction are ready for the realities of touring, from cramped club stages to full production rigs.
At the heart of the Retro 64 is a proprietary dynamic capsule that has been specifically tuned for front of house environments. The voicing emphasises a clear, usable upper midrange so vocals and instruments cut through a busy mix, while the top end is gently rolled off to tame harshness and reduce the risk of feedback. Engineers get a sound that drops straight into modern workflows, with excellent noise rejection and strong control of spill from drums, amps and monitors.
Equally at home on lead and backing vocals, guitar cabs, snare, toms, acoustic instruments and broadcast style applications, the Retro 64 is a versatile tool for live sound professionals and performing artists alike. Its familiar, dependable sound and standout vintage aesthetic make it an easy upgrade if you want a stage mic that looks as good as it sounds.
Retro Broadcast Inspired Design
With its 1960s broadcast mic styling and matte black finish, the Retro 64 instantly elevates the look of any stage or content setup. The distinctive silhouette adds character to live shows, videos and streams, giving performers a visually striking mic that stands out without distracting from the performance.
Custom Tuned Dynamic Capsule
The proprietary humbucking dynamic capsule is voiced specifically for modern live sound, with a focused upper midrange that helps vocals and instruments sit clearly in the mix. By rolling off excess highs, the Retro 64 reduces harshness and makes it easier to achieve a smooth, controlled sound through wedges or in ear monitors.
Optimised For FOH Workflows
Designed with contemporary front of house setups in mind, the Retro 64 offers excellent noise rejection and strong off axis control. This helps keep stage spill and room noise under control, giving engineers a more focused signal that responds predictably to EQ and dynamics processing in busy live environments.
Rugged, Road Ready Construction
Inspired by the hammer like durability of classic broadcast microphones, the Retro 64 is built for the demands of life on the road. An internal shockmount helps protect the capsule from handling noise and on stage knocks, so you can rely on consistent performance from gig to gig.
Key Features
- 1960s Broadcast Inspired Aesthetic – The Retro 64 recreates the body style of a classic sixties broadcast microphone, delivering a retro on stage vibe that looks great under lights and in front of cameras while still feeling familiar and comfortable to use.
- Custom Tuned Humbucking Dynamic Capsule – A proprietary dynamic capsule, engineered specifically for live sound, emphasises clarity in the upper mids and rolls off excess highs to minimise feedback and harshness, giving you a polished sound straight out of the box.
- Excellent Off Axis Control And Noise Rejection – The Retro 64 is designed to slot seamlessly into modern FOH rigs, with strong rejection of unwanted stage spill and ambient noise so your main source stays clear and defined in loud environments.
- Versatile For Vocals And Instruments – Equally suited to lead and backing vocals, guitar cabinets, snare, toms, acoustic instruments and broadcast style use, the Retro 64 is a flexible workhorse that can cover multiple roles on stage or in live production.
Specifications
General
- Product: Warm Audio Retro 64
- Microphone Type: Dynamic
- Application: Live vocals and instruments
- Design Inspiration: 1960s broadcast style microphone
Transducer
- Capsule Type: Humbucking dynamic capsule
- Voicing: Custom tuned for live front of house environments
- Characteristics: Emphasised upper midrange with rolled off high frequencies
- Noise Rejection: Optimised for strong off axis control
Construction
- Body Finish: Matte black
- Internal Shockmount: Yes, to reduce handling noise and protect the capsule
- Intended Use: Live performance, clubs to touring rigs, and broadcast style applications
