Vanguard Audio Labs V1 Gen2 Multi-Capsule FET Pencil Condenser Microphone Kit

Manufacturer's Description

The Vanguard V1 gen2 is a multi-capsule FET pencil condenser microphone - the ultimate "Swiss army knife" of small diaphragm condensers. Lovingly crafted by experts, it is designed to be a versatile, reliable, professional tool for any recording engineer, studio, producer, or artist. Four standard capsules, along with an optional "LOLLI" large capsule, means the V1 gen2 can handle nearly any studio task. With a “straight-wire” circuit design, premium cryogenically-treated dual-monolithic FET componentry, an unparalleled selection of capsules, and a true heavy-duty shockmount, the V1 will be your new studio workhorse.

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

Use Cases

• Acoustic Guitars and other stringed instruments
• Violin, Viola, Cello, and Upright Bass
• Piano
• Drum Overheads
• Orchestral Spot-Mic'ing
• Horns

Features

Capsule & Electronics

• Four small-diaphragm 22mm capsules - cardioid, hypercardioid, omnidirectional, wide cardioid
• Transformer-balanced solid-state circuit with premium-grade over-spec circuitry
• Ultra low-noise high-quality hand-biased dual-monolithic 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

Construction

• Heavy-duty brass, steel, and zinc metal construction
• Each V1 comes with its own laser-engraved serial number
• Over-spec componentry
• Stealthy matte-black finish
• Precision-cast Vanguard badge
• Hand-Assembled in the USA
• 100% Quality Control
• 5-Year Warranty

Aesthetics

• Stealthy matte-black finish for stage & video use
• Precision-cast Vanguard badge
• Laser-etched model and serial numbers

Specifications

• Transducer Type: Condenser
• Capsule Size: 0.87″/22mm
• Diaphragm Size: 0.78″ / 16mm
• Electronics Type: Solid-State Discrete, Transformer-Balanced Output
• Output Impedance: 200Ω
• Max SPL: 136dB (0.5% THD @ 1000Hz)
• Frequency Response: 20Hz-20000Hz
• Equivalent Noise Level: ≤13db (A-Weighted)
• S/N Ratio: ≥81dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted)
• Sensitivity: -39dB @ 1Pa
• Output Connector: Male XLR 3-pin gold-plated
• High-Pass/Rolloff Switch: N/A
• Attenuation/Pad Switch: N/A
• Finish: Matte Black
• Weight (microphone): 4.79oz / 136g
• Weight (in case): 2.5lbs / 1.13kg
• Dimensions (microphone): 5.59"L, 142mmL, 0.87" diameter
• Dimensions (case): 11.53"L x 7.67"W x 3.74"H / 293mmL x 195mmW x 95mmH
• Power Requirement: 48V Phantom