The Vanguard V1S is a matched pair of multi-capsule FET pencil condenser microphones. Eight matched custom small-diaphragm capsules in 4 pickup patterns allow for a cornucopia of tonal variations for virtually any sound source. With 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, whether you’re in the studio or the field.
Vanguard Audio Labs V1S Features
- 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
- Vanguard V1 Microphones2
- 22mm Capsules (two each of cardioid, wide cardioid, hypercardioid, and omnidirectional patterns) 8
- VSSM Shockmounts2
- Stereo Microphone Bar 1
- Pinewood Storage Case 1
- Five Year Warranty1
- Transducer TypeCondenser
- Polar PatternsCardioid, Hypercardioid, Omnidirectional, Wide Cardioid
- Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Output Impedance200Ω
- Max SPL136dBA (0.5% THD @ 1000Hz)
- Equivalent Noise Level<15dBA
- Electronics TypeSolid-state, transformer-balanced output
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