Vanguard Audio Labs
- Twin custom-voiced, edge-terminated 34mm dual-capsule assembly with 3µm gold-sputtered Mylar diaphragms
- 3 independently selectable polar patterns per capsule
- Electronically-balanced solid-state circuitry loaded with premium-grade components
- Ultra-low-noise JFET design
- Deep-cycle cryogenic treatment of critical signal & power path components
- 90º rotatable top capsule with 15º detents
- Versatile splitter box for mobile & live recording conditions
- Heavy-duty brass, aluminum, steel, and zinc construction
- Robust punched-steel capsule rotation mechanism
- Open-weave headbasket for low internal reflections and “open-air” voicing
- Each V44S comes with its own laser-engraved serial number
- Over-spec componentry
- Deep-gloss Pinot Noir finish
- Polished nickel trim
- Precision-cast Vanguard badge
- Final Assembly & 100% Quality Control in California, USA
- 5-Year Warranty
- VLSM Large Shockmount
- V44S Splitter Box
- 5-Pin Heavy-Duty Microphone Cable
- Removable windscreen
- Padded Pinewood Microphone Storage Box
- Locking Aluminum Carrying Case
Specifications:
Transducer Type | Condenser |
Capsule Size | 1.34″ / 34mm (dual-capsule) |
Diaphragm Size | 1.04″ / 26.4mm |
Capsule Diaphragms Thickness | 3µm |
Electronics Type | Solid-state, electronically-balanced output |
Output Impedance | 200Ω |
Max SPL | appx. 135dB |
Frequency Response | 20Hz-20000Hz |
Equivalent Noise Level | <=14dBA (A-weighted) |
S/N Ratio | >=80dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted) |
Output Connector | Male XLR 5-pin, gold-plated |
Finish | Polished nickel trim / High-gloss Pinot Noir |
Weight (microphone) | 1.11 lbs / 0.50kg |
Weight (in case) | 9.43 lbs / 4.28kg |
Dimensions (microphone) | 9.41″ long, 1.82″ max diameter / 239mm long, 46.25mm max diameter |
Dimensions (case) | 16.92″L x 12.60″W x 6.02″H / 430mmL x 320mmW x 153mm |
Voltage Requirement | Phantom Power (+48V ideal) |
- 4 small-diaphragm 22mm capsule assemblies – cardioid, hypercardioid, omnidirectional, wide cardioid
- Large-diaphragm V34C “Lolli” multi-pattern capsule assembly
- Transformer-balanced solid-state circuit
- Ultra low-noise high-quality hand-biased JFET and other premium-grade components
- Deep-cycle cryogenic treatment of critical signal & power path components
- Transformer-balanced output – custom-wound humbucking dual-bobbin transformer
- Works via 48V phantom power
- Heavy-duty brass, aircraft-grade aluminum, steel, and zinc construction
- Each V1 comes with its own laser-engraved serial number
- Over-spec componentry
- Deep-gloss Pinot Noir finish
- Polished nickel trim
- Precision-cast Vanguard badge
- Final Assembly & 100% Quality Control in California, USA
- 5-Year Warranty
- 22mm removable capsule – Cardioid
- 22mm removable capsule – Hypercardioid
- 22mm removable capsule – Omnidirectional
- 22mm removable capsule – Wide Cardioid
- V34C “Lolli” removable multi-pattern capsule assembly
- VSSM small shockmount
- Padded pinewood microphone storage box
Specifications:
Transducer Type | Condenser |
Capsule Size (V34C) | 1.34″ / 34mm (dual-capsule) |
Diaphragm Size (V34C) | 1.04″ / 26.4mm |
Capsule Diaphragms Thickness (v34C) | 3µm |
Capsule Size (Small-Diaphragm) | 0.87″/22mm |
Diaphragm Size (Small-Diaphragm) | 0.78″ / 16mm |
Capsule Diaphragm Thickness (Small-Diaphragm) | 4µm |
Electronics Type | Solid-state, transformer-balanced output |
Output Impedance | 200Ω |
Max SPL | 136dBA (0.5% THD @ 1000Hz) |
Frequency Response | 20Hz-20kHz |
Equivalent Noise Level | <15dBA |
Output Connector | Male XLR 3-pin, gold-plated |
Finish | Polished nickel trim / High-gloss Pinot Noir |
Voltage Requirement | Phantom Power (+48V ideal) |
Capsule & Electronics
- Eight small-diaphragm 22mm capsules – cardioid, hypercardioid, omnidirectional, wide cardioid (pairs)
- Two Large-diaphragm V34C “Lolli” multi-pattern capsule assembly – switchable between cardioid & omni
- Transformer-balanced solid-state circuit with premium-grade over-spec circuitry
- Low-noise ultra-grade hand-biased JFET and other premium components
- Deep-cycle cryogenic treatment of critical signal & power path components
- Transformer-balanced output – custom-wound humbucking dual-bobbin transformer
- Works via 48V phantom power
Construction
- Heavy-duty brass, steel, and zinc construction
- Each V1 microphone comes with its own laser-engraved serial number
- Over-spec componentry
- Deep-gloss Pinot Noir finish
- Polished nickel trim
- Precision-cast Vanguard badge
- Final Assembly & 100% Quality Control in California, USA
- 5-Year Warranty
- 22mm removable capsule – Cardioid (pair)
- 22mm removable capsule – Hypercardioid (pair)
- 22mm removable capsule – Omnidirectional (pair)
- 22mm removable capsule – Wide Cardioid (pair)
- V34C “Lolli” removable multi-pattern capsule assembly (pair)
- VSSM small shockmount (pair)
- Padded pinewood microphone storage box
- Stereo microphone bar
Specifications:
Transducer Type | Condenser |
Capsule Size (V34C) | 1.34″ / 34mm (dual-capsule) |
Diaphragm Size (V34C) | 1.04″ / 26.4mm |
Capsule Diaphragms Thickness (v34C) | 3µm |
Capsule Size (Small-Diaphragm) | 0.87″/22mm |
Diaphragm Size (Small-Diaphragm) | 0.78″ / 16mm |
Capsule Diaphragm Thickness (Small-Diaphragm) | 4µm |
Electronics Type | Solid-state, transformer-balanced output |
Output Impedance | 200Ω |
Max SPL | 136dBA (0.5% THD @ 1000Hz) |
Frequency Response | 20Hz-20kHz |
Equivalent Noise Level | <15dBA |
Output Connector | Male XLR 3-pin, gold-plated |
Finish | Polished nickel trim / High-gloss Pinot Noir |
Voltage Requirement | Phantom Power (+48V ideal) |
- Custom-voiced, edge-terminated 34mm dual-capsule assembly with 3µm gold-sputtered Mylar diaphragms
- 9 polar patterns (selectable at power supply)
- Vacuum tube analog circuitry with premium-grade components
- Hand-selected European vacuum tube
- Deep-cycle cryogenic treatment of critical signal path components
- Transformer-coupled output – humbucking, shielded, dual-bobbin transformer
- -10dB pad and low-frequency rolloff toggle switches
- Robust power supply design for ultra-low noise floor
- Open-weave headgrills for natural sound with low internal reflections
- Vanguard’s proprietary hand-tuned custom voicing
- Heavy-duty brass, aluminum, steel, and zinc metal construction
- Rear venting to prolong tube and component life
- Open-weave headbasket for low internal reflections and “open-air” voicing
- Each V13 comes with its own laser-engraved serial number
- Over-spec componentry
- Deep-gloss Pinot Noir finish
- Polished nickel trim
- Precision-cast Vanguard badge
- 100% Quality Control
- 5-Year Warranty / 90-day warranty for vacuum tube
- PS-13 Power Supply
- Padded Pinewood Microphone Box
- VLSM Large Shockmount with aerospace-grade suspension rings
- Locking Aluminum Carrying Case
- Heavy-Gauge 7-pin Microphone Cable
- Power Cable
Specifications:
Transducer Type | Condenser |
Capsule Size | 1.34″ / 34mm (dual-capsule) |
Diaphragm Size | 1.04″ / 26.4mm |
Capsule Diaphragms Thickness | 3µm |
Electronics Type | Valve/Tube, Transformer-Coupled Output |
Output Impedance | 200Ω |
Max SPL | 134dB (144dB with pad) |
Frequency Response | 20Hz-20000Hz |
Equivalent Noise Level | 13dB (A-weighted) |
S/N Ratio | 82dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted) |
Sensitivity | -35dBV |
Output Connector | Male XLR 7-pin gold-plated |
High-Pass/Rolloff Switch | 125Hz (6dB/octave) |
Attenuation/Pad Switch | -10dB |
Finish | Polished nickel trim / High-gloss Pinot Noir |
Weight (microphone) | 1.07 lbs / 0.48kg |
Weight (in case) | 11.67 lbs / 5.29kg |
Dimensions (microphone) | 8.18″ long, 1.98″ diameter / 208mm long, 50.5mm diameter |
Dimensions (case) | 16.73″L x 12.80″W x 5.25″H / 425mmL x 325mmW x 142mmH |
Voltage Requirement | 110-240V |
Multi-Capsule Pencil Condenser Kit
The Vanguard V1 is a multi-capsule FET pencil condenser microphone. Lovingly crafted by experts, it is designed to be a versatile, reliable, professional tool for any recording engineer, studio, producer, or artist. With a “straight-wire” circuit design, premium cryogenically-treated FET componentry, an unparalleled selection of capsules, and a true heavy-duty shockmount, the V1 will be your new studio workhorse.
Vanguard V1 Microphone – packed with high-end componentry including an ultra-quality precision-biased JFET, a custom-wound transformer, premium capacitors, and cryogenic treatment throughout. A “straight-wire” design philosophy means there’s only four components between the capsule and the output.
Four 22mm Capsules – these interchangeable capsules give you unmatched flexibility – cardioid, wide cardioid, hypercardioid, and omnidirectional. Ultra-sensitive 4-micron diaphragms, an anti-comb-filtering front design, and precision-machined backplates give wide consistency across each capsule.
VSSM Shockmount – the best pencil shockmount in the ‘verse. Heavy-duty cast zinc partners with high-impact ABS to create a shockmount that stays where it’s supposed to. Aerospace-grade suspension rings keep the rumble out (no hair scrunchies here!), and a windowed design allows you to easily access switches without changing the your mic placement.
Pinewood Storage Case – because your microphones should stay safe in luxury. We’ve carved individual capsule pockets into a block of solid pine, and custom-cut foam for your mics to stay cozy and secure…whether they’re on the road or in your studio.
We designed the V1 with the character and versatility of iconic pencil condensers in mind, while also utilizing modern technology & design to meet the demands of today’s recording professionals.
The V1 kit was created to be your most flexible and adaptable microphone system. The four small capsules allow tonal variety on any number of sources, but we found them to be exceptionally well-suited for close-to-medium-range mic’ing of acoustic guitar, percussion, piano, and stringed instruments. (The wide cardioid capsule in particular deserves special mention here as our favorite, but each capsule has sources and situations in which it excels.)
After hundreds of hours of listening and testing exhaustive design variations with world-class engineers, we can confidently say that this microphone will exceed the performance of other pencil condenser microphones in its price range, and rival or exceed the performance of microphones costing several times more.
Capsule & Electronics
- 4 small-diaphragm 22mm capsule assemblies – cardioid, hypercardioid, omnidirectional, wide cardioid
- Transformer-balanced solid-state circuit
- Ultra low-noise high-quality hand-biased JFET and other premium-grade components
- Deep-cycle cryogenic treatment of critical signal & power path components
- Transformer-balanced output – custom-wound humbucking dual-bobbin transformer
- Works via 48V phantom power
Construction
- Heavy-duty brass, aircraft-grade aluminum, steel, and zinc construction
- Each V1 comes with its own laser-engraved serial number
- Over-spec componentry
- Deep-gloss Pinot Noir finish
- Polished nickel trim
- Precision-cast Vanguard badge
- Final Assembly & 100% Quality Control in California, USA
- 5-Year Warranty
Included Accessories
- 22mm removable capsule – Cardioid
- 22mm removable capsule – Hypercardioid
- 22mm removable capsule – Omnidirectional
- 22mm removable capsule – Wide Cardioid
- VSSM small shockmount
- Padded pinewood microphone storage box
Specifications:
Transducer Type | Condenser |
Capsule Size (V34C) | 1.34″ / 34mm (dual-capsule) |
Diaphragm Size (V34C) | 1.04″ / 26.4mm |
Capsule Diaphragms Thickness (v34C) | 3µm |
Capsule Size (Small-Diaphragm) | 0.87″/22mm |
Diaphragm Size (Small-Diaphragm) | 0.78″ / 16mm |
Capsule Diaphragm Thickness (Small-Diaphragm) | 4µm |
Electronics Type | Solid-state, transformer-balanced output |
Output Impedance | 200Ω |
Max SPL | 136dBA (0.5% THD @ 1000Hz) |
Frequency Response | 20Hz-20kHz |
Equivalent Noise Level | <15dBA |
Output Connector | Male XLR 3-pin, gold-plated |
Finish | Polished nickel trim / High-gloss Pinot Noir |
Weight (microphone) | 0.26lbs / 119g (microphone only); 0.29lbs / 130g (with small capsule) |
Weight (in case) | 2.66lbs / 1.21kg |
Dimensions (microphone) | 5.24″ long, 0.87″ diameter / 133mm long, 22mm diameter |
Dimensions (case) | 11.54″L x 7.48″W x 3.74″H /293mmL x 190mmW x 95mmH |
Voltage Requirement | Phantom Power (+48V ideal) |
Stereo Multi-Capsule Pencil Condenser Kit
The Vanguard V1S is a matched pair of multi-capsule FET pencil condenser microphones.Lovingly crafted by experts, it is designed to be a versatile, reliable, professional tool for any recording engineer, studio, producer, or artist. With a “straight-wire” circuit design, premium cryogenically-treated FET componentry, an unparalleled selection of capsules, and a true heavy-duty shockmount, the V1S will be your new “go-to” set of pencil condensers.
Two Vanguard V1 Microphones – packed with high-end componentry including an ultra-quality precision-biased JFET, a custom-wound transformer, premium capacitors, and cryogenic treatment throughout. A “straight-wire” design philosophy means there’s only four components between the capsule and the output.
Eight 22mm Capsules – these interchangeable capsules give you unmatched flexibility – two each of cardioid, wide cardioid, hypercardioid, and omnidirectional patterns. Ultra-sensitive 4-micron diaphragms, an anti-comb-filtering front design, and precision-machined backplates give wide consistency across each capsule.
Two VSSM Shockmounts – the best pencil shockmount in the ‘verse. Heavy-duty cast zinc partners with high-impact ABS to create a shockmount that stays where it’s supposed to. Aerospace-grade suspension rings keep the rumble out (no hair scrunchies here!), and a windowed design allows you to easily access switches without changing the your mic placement.
Stereo Microphone Bar – Easily set up X/Y, ORTF, or other stereo mic’ing configurations.
Pinewood Storage Case – because your microphones should stay safe in luxury. We’ve carved individual capsule pockets into a block of solid pine, and custom-cut foam for your mics to stay cozy and secure…whether they’re on the road or in your studio.
Performance
We designed the V1S with the character and versatility of iconic pencil condensers in mind, while also utilizing modern technology & design to meet the demands of today’s recording professionals.
The V1S kit was created to be your most flexible and adaptable microphone system. Eight small capsules (2 of each pattern) allow tonal variety on any number of sources, but we found them to be exceptionally well-suited for close-to-medium-range mic’ing of acoustic guitar, percussion, piano, and stringed instruments. (The wide cardioid capsule in particular deserves special mention here as our favorite, but each capsule has sources and situations in which it excels.)
After hundreds of hours of listening and testing exhaustive design variations with world-class engineers, we can confidently say that this microphone will exceed the performance of other pencil condenser microphones in its price range, and rival or exceed the performance of microphones costing several times more.
Capsule & Electronics
- Eight small-diaphragm 22mm capsules – cardioid, hypercardioid, omnidirectional, wide cardioid (pairs)
- Transformer-balanced solid-state circuit with premium-grade over-spec circutiry
- Ultra low-noise high-quality hand-biased JFET and other premium-grade components
- Deep-cycle cryogenic treatment of critical signal & power path components
- Transformer-balanced output – custom-wound humbucking dual-bobbin transformer
- Works via 48V phantom power
- Heavy-duty brass, steel, and zinc construction
- Each V1 comes with its own laser-engraved serial number
- Over-spec componentry
- Deep-gloss Pinot Noir finish
- Polished nickel trim
- Precision-cast Vanguard badge
- Final Assembly & 100% Quality Control in California, USA
- 5-Year Warranty
- 22mm removable capsule – Cardioid (pair)
- 22mm removable capsule – Hypercardioid (pair)
- 22mm removable capsule – Omnidirectional (pair)
- 22mm removable capsule – Wide Cardioid (pair)
- VSSM small shockmount (pair)
- Padded pinewood microphone storage box
- Stereo microphone bar
Specifications:
Transducer Type | Condenser |
Capsule Size (Small-Diaphragm) | 0.87″/22mm |
Diaphragm Size (Small-Diaphragm) | 0.78″ / 16mm |
Capsule Diaphragm Thickness (Small-Diaphragm) | 4µm |
Electronics Type | Solid-state, transformer-balanced output |
Output Impedance | 200Ω |
Max SPL | >=136dB (0.5% THD @ 1000Hz) |
Frequency Response | 20Hz-20kHz |
Equivalent Noise Level | <15dbA |
Output Connector | Male XLR 3-pin, gold-plated |
Finish | Polished nickel trim / High-gloss Pinot Noir |
Voltage Requirement | Phantom Power (+48V ideal) |
- Custom-voiced, edge-terminated 34mm dual-capsule assembly with 3µm gold-sputtered Mylar diaphragms
- 3 selectable polar patterns – Cardioid, Figure-8, Omnidirectional
- -10dB/100Hz Rolloff
- Electronically-balanced solid-state circuitry loaded with premium-grade components
- Ultra-low-noise JFET design
- Deep-cycle cryogenic treatment of critical signal & power path components
- Heavy-duty brass, aluminum, steel, and zinc construction
- Open-weave headbasket for low internal reflections and “open-air” voicing
- Each V4 comes with its own laser-engraved serial number
- Over-spec componentry
- Deep-gloss Pinot Noir finish
- Polished nickel trim
- Precision-cast Vanguard badge
- Final Assembly & 100% Quality Control in California, USA
- 5-Year Warranty
- VLSM Large Shockmount
- Padded Pinewood Microphone Storage Box
- Aluminum Carrying Case
Specifications:
Transducer Type | Condenser |
Capsule Size | 1.34″ / 34mm (dual-capsule) |
Diaphragm Size | 1.04″ / 26.4mm |
Capsule Diaphragms Thickness | 3µm |
Electronics Type | Solid-state, electronically-balanced output |
Output Impedance | 200Ω |
Max SPL | appx. 135dB (145dB w/ Pad) |
Frequency Response | 20Hz-20000Hz |
Equivalent Noise Level | <=14dBA (A-weighted) |
Output Connector | Male XLR 3-pin, gold-plated |
High-Pass/Rolloff Switch | 120Hz (either/or with pad) |
Attenuation/Pad Switch | -10dB (either/or with rolloff) |
Finish | Polished nickel trim / High-gloss Pinot Noir |
Weight (microphone) | 0.83 lbs / 0.38 kg |
Weight (in case) | 5.63 lbs / 2.56 kg |
Dimensions (microphone) | 7.25″ long, 1.8″ diameter / 184mm long, 46mm diameter |
Dimensions (case) | 12″L x 11″W x 5.75″H / 305mmL x 280mmW x 146mmH |
Voltage Requirement | Phantom Power (+48V ideal) |
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