V44S gen2

Common name: Vanguard Audio Labs V44S gen2

Production Status: In production

The V44S gen2 is a multi-pattern stereo FET condenser microphone. It features an ultra-low-noise JFET circuit, twin custom-voiced edge-terminated 34 mm capsules with 3 micron thick, gold sputtered mylar diaphragms, a newly redesigned detented heavy-duty rotation mechanism and cryogenically treated critical signal path components. It can be used for X/Y, Blumlein and Mid-Side recordings. The top capsule is now rotatable by 120° (compared to the older 90° of the first generation version) in 15° detents. This new gen2 features high quality American made audiophile-grade components for lower self-noise and a deeper soundstage.  Includes shock mount, wooden microphone box, splitter box with Mid-Side outputs and flight case.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
20Hz - 20 kHz
Output Sensitivity
mV/Pa
Max SPL
135
Max SPL, THD:
1
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
12 dB-A
Output Impedance
200Ω
Recommended Load
Powering
Phantom 48 only
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
XLR-5M
Connector notes
Available Colours
High Gloss Pinot Noir.
Weight
680 g
Length
270 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
52 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
Shock mount, wooden microphone box, splitter box with Mid-Side outputs and flight case.
Optional