In this shootout, we’ve rounded up 3 of our favorite 87-style mics and put them head to head on male vocals with a little help from pro audio specialist Marc Kuzio. The WA87 is a reproduction of the classic U87 but at a quarter of the cost. Recording Advice | Gear Shootouts, Neumann, Peluso Microphones, Warm Audio. The build and sound quality for the price are superb. It’s commonly used in recording studios for voice-overs, music, and live radio due to its range. Share Tweet. The Warm Audio WA87 is the most versatile microphone out on the market with an affordable price tag for what it offers. The features of this microphone set it apart from many of the other microphones with its price tag. It is a large diaphragm condenser microphone, which means it requires phantom power in order to function. Warm Audio WA87 Review. 87-Style Male Vocal Mic Shootout: Warm Audio WA87 vs. Neumann U87Ai vs. Peluso P87. It's a fantastic all-purpose studio microphone for advanced setups.