Vanguard V1+Lolli Multi Capsule Pencil Condenser Microphone

Vanguard V1 + Lolli: The Vanguard V1 + Lolli Condenser Microphone Multicapsule Pencil Kit is a versatile, high-quality microphone system for professional audio recording. Here’s an overview of its features and components:

Microphone Overview:

The Vanguard V1+Lolli Condenser Microphone is a pencil condenser microphone equipped with FET (Field-Effect Transistor) technology. It comes with a selection of five custom-voiced capsules that provide a wide range of tonal options for various recording situations. The kit includes both large and small diaphragm capsules with six different pickup patterns, making it suitable for a wide array of sound sources in recording studios.

Included Capsules:

The kit contains 22mm removable capsules with various pickup patterns, including:

• Cardioid
• Hypercardioid
• Omnidirectional
• Wide Cardioid

Additionally, the kit features the V34C “Lolli” removable multi-pattern capsule assembly, which adds further flexibility to the microphone system.

Accessories:

The Vanguard V1+Lolli Box includes:

Vanguard V1+Lolli Condenser Microphone with custom components and cryogenic treatment. Four 22-mm capsules (Cardioid, Wide Cardioid, Hypercardioid, and omnidirectional). V34C “Lolli” Removable Multi-Pattern Large-Diaphragm Capsule Head. VSSM Small Shock Mount designed for pencil microphones. Padded pinewood microphone storage box.

Performance and Applications:

The V1+Lolli microphone kit is designed with adaptability and flexibility in mind. Its various capsules and pickup patterns make it suitable for a wide range of recording scenarios. The kit is especially well-suited for miking acoustic guitar, piano, strings, and percussion instruments at close-to-medium ranges. The V34C “Lolli” capsule enhances vocal performance and offers excellent detail and precision.

Design and Quality:

The microphone features a unique and intricate design. It’s built with precision-machined components, high-quality materials, and premium capacitors. Cryogenic treatment and custom-wound transformers are used to ensure top-notch performance. The V34C “Lolli” capsule, with its custom-voiced 34mm edge-terminated 3-micron diaphragm dual-capsule assembly, is designed to provide smooth and detailed sound.

Aesthetics:

The microphone boasts an appealing design with a Pinot Noir shade applied to the precision-machined brass body, polished nickel trim, and a Vanguard badge. The serial number is laser-engraved on the microphone for authenticity.

Quality Control:

The Vanguard V1+Lolli microphone undergoes rigorous quality control in Southern California. Each piece is subjected to audio and visual tests before being hand-packed. The microphone is designed to be durable and reliable, with components made from brass, steel, aircraft-grade aluminum, and zinc.

Accessories:

In addition to the microphone and capsules, the kit includes a VSSM Heavy-Duty Shockmount that’s specifically designed for pencil microphones. The shockmount features a windowed design for easy access to microphone switches, aerospace-grade suspension bands, and a durable construction made of zinc alloy.

Different Kit Variations:

The Vanguard V1+Lolli system comes in different variations:

• V1: The basic kit without the V34C “Lolli” capsule.
• V1S: A matched stereo pair of the V1 kit, including a stereo microphone bar.
• V1S+LOLLI: The most versatile option, a matched stereo pair with the V34C “Lolli” capsule.

Overall, the Vanguard V1+Lolli Condenser Microphone Multicapsule Pencil Kit is designed to provide recording professionals with a versatile and high-quality microphone system suitable for a wide range of applications.

Features:

• Capsules & Electronics
• Transformer-balanced solid-state circuit
• Ultra-low-noise, high-quality hand-biased JFET and other premium-grade components
• Transformer-balanced output: custom-wound humbucking dual-bobbin transformer
• Works via 48V phantom power

Construction: Vanguard V1+Lolli Condenser Microphone

Heavy-duty brass, aircraft-grade aluminum, steel, and zinc construction Over-spec componentry Deep-gloss Pinot Noir finish Final Assembly & 100% Quality Control in California, USA

Aesthetics

• Exquisite, deep-gloss Pinot Noir finish
• Precision-cast Vanguard badge
• Laser-etched model and serial numbers