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Vanguard V44S Manual

Multi-pattern stereo fet condenser microphone
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V A N G U A R D V 4 4 S
Multi-Pattern Stereo FET Condenser Microphone
Thank you for choosing the VANGUARD V44S Microphone!
Your VANGUARD V44S microphone is carefully packed at our workshop. The padded pinewood
mic box and aluminum carrying case are designed to protect the microphone during shipping
and storage. In addition, before any microphone is released, the final assembly and testing is
performed here in sunny Southern California to make sure the mic is ready for you to reliably
enjoy in professional recording situations.
TO AVOID DAMAGE TO YOUR MICROPHONE, PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE V44S FOR THE FIRST TIME!
OVERVIEW
The Vanguard V44S is a stereo large-diaphragm multi-pattern FET condenser microphone.
Lovingly crafted by experts over 2 years, it is designed to be a versatile, reliable, professional tool
in the vein of highly-sought-after vintage stereo condensers of yesteryear. With a pair of
coincident twin custom-voiced multi-pattern capsules, you can utilize X/Y, Mid-Side, Blumlein,
and other less conventional stereo microphone techniques in a single microphone. With our
proprietary detented heavy-duty rotation mechanism, versatile splitter box, premium
cryogenically-treated FET circuitry, and a VLSM shockmount, the V44S is the first and last stereo
microphone you'll ever need to reach for.
PERFORMANCE
The VANGUARD V44S was conceived and commissioned to establish a new performance
standard at an until now unachievable price point. While being visually stunning, the V44S's
audio performance will inspire confidence from any artist, engineer or producer, with a sonic
signature that is rich, yet natural, with no high-frequency hype or distortion. We designed the
V44S with the character of yesteryear's iconic vintage microphones in mind, while also utilizing
the latest technology to ensure that every nuance and detail of the performance is faithfully
captured. Both matched custom-voiced capsules are independently switchable between
cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 pickup patterns to enable several different stereo
recording techniques.
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  • Page 1 With our proprietary detented heavy-duty rotation mechanism, versatile splitter box, premium cryogenically-treated FET circuitry, and a VLSM shockmount, the V44S is the first and last stereo microphone you’ll ever need to reach for.
  • Page 2 Second, we install aerospace-grade suspension rings that won’t break, sag, crack, or stretch over time. The V44S also comes with a splitter box with a unique set of inputs and outputs for easy location recording operation. An additional phase-reversed top-capsule output allows for live Mid-Side operation.

  • Page 3: Acoustic Guitar

    VOCALS One unique trick for songs or passages with a variety of vocal dynamics is to use a V44S with two different gain settings. By setting one capsule to a lower gain than the other, you can easily capture both quiet and loud phrases by the artist during the same take, without clipping.
  • Page 4 POLAR PATTERNS Each V44S capsule is independently switchable between three polar patterns - cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8/bidirectional. The combination of different patterns and capsule angles allows you to use a variety of conventional and unconventional stereo techniques. PATTERNS OMNIDIRECTIONAL FIGURE-8 / BIDIRECTIONAL...
  • Page 5 BOTTOM - This 3-pin XLR connector routes to the bottom capsule of the V44S microphone - or the “MID” input in the case of using two mono microphones. TOP - This 3-pin XLR connector routes to the top capsule of the V44S microphone - or the “SIDE” input in the case of using two mono microphones.
  • Page 6 Remove the 5-pin XLR cable from the aluminum carrying case. Plug the male end into the V44S jack on the INPUT side of the splitter box, and run the female end to the mic stand for your V44S microphone. Make sure to leave enough slack and route the cable safely so it won’t be a tripping hazard.
  • Page 7 • Heavy-duty brass, aluminum, steel, and zinc metal construction • Robust punched-steel capsule rotation mechanism • Open-weave headbasket for low internal reflections, “open-air” voicing • Each V44S comes with its own laser-engraved serial number • Over-spec componentry • Deep-gloss Pinot Noir finish •...

  • Page 8: Specifications

    • DO NOT open the V44S microphone while plugged in. • DO NOT open the V44S splitter box while plugged in. Don’t use this product in or near water, during a lightning storm, etc. It is intended as a professional microphone only.
  • Page 9 • HOW TO SET YOUR CARRYING CASE LOCKS: • Open the V44S case. Remove the red plastic securing the 3 rotating number wheels. • Push the square opening mechanism for the first lock TOWARDS THE HANDLE of the case. Set your desired 3-digit combination.

  • Page 10: Service And Warranty

    Vanguard Audio Labs product will be repaired without charge or, at our option, replaced with a new one if delivered to Vanguard Audio Labs prepaid, together with the sales slip or other proof of purchase date. The warranty excludes problems due to normal wear, abuse, shipping damage or failure to use the product in accordance with the specifications.

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