From Vanguard Audio Labs
The Vanguard Audio Labs V4 Gen1 is a large diaphragm condenser microphone featuring an edge-terminated 34mm dual-capsule assembly with 3µm gold-sputtered Mylar diaphragms and 3 selectable polar-patterns.
It is designed to be a versatile, reliable, professional recording tool that breaks the usual “bang-for-your-buck” curve. V4 features vanguard's acclaimed edge-terminated ultra-thin custom-voiced capsule, a pad/rolloff option, primo cryogenically-treated componentry, and the best shockmount in all the land. The V4 is made to be your go-to workhorse microphone at a price that won’t break the bank.
Vanguard V4 Gen1 Features
- 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
- Neutrik® interconnects
- 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
Vanguard V4 Includes:
- Vanguard V4 Gen1 Microphone
- VLSM Large Shockmount
- Padded Pinewood Microphone Storage Box
- Aluminum Carrying Case
Specs
- 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
- ≤12dBA (A-weighted)
- Sensitivity
- ≥82dBA (A-weighted)
- Output Connector
- Neutrik® male XLR 3-pin, gold-plated
- 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)
- 8.2″ long, 2.05″ diameter / 208mm long, 52mm diameter
- Dimensions (case)
- 12″L x 11″W x 5.75″H / 305mmL x 280mmW x 146mmH
- Voltage Requirement
- Phantom Power (+48V ideal)
Accessories
When you buy a V4, you also get a VLSM Heavy-Duty Shockmount. We wanted to rethink the standard “spider-style” shockmount of old, and designed the VLSM with a few nifty features. First is the open front, which allows you to position the microphone as close to the source as necessary. Second, we install aerospace-grade suspension rings that won’t break, sag, crack, or stretch over time. This shockmount was designed to fit any microphone with M22x1 threading, so you also can use it with a number of microphones from other manufacturers.
When not in use, your V4 should be stored in its padded pinewood box with the included dessicant packet.
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