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Vanguard Audio Labs is proud to introduce the V24 Tube Stereo Condenser microphone!

https://www.vanguardaudiolabs.com/products/v24-tube-stereo-condenser/

A culmination of our combined knowledge and experience, Vanguard Audio Labs is proud to present the V24 Stereo Tube Condenser Microphone – designed to be the crème de la crème of stereo microphones. This unique microphone is designed to be a versatile, reliable, professional tool in the vein of highly-sought-after vintage stereo condensers of yesteryear.

The V24 features a pair of matched coincident BeesNeez CK12 Capsules and 9 polar patterns per capsule, you can utilize X/Y, Mid-Side, Blumlein, and other less conventional stereo microphone techniques in a single microphone.

With our acclaimed detented heavy-duty rotation mechanism, premium cryogenically-treated tube circuitry, Neutrik® interconnects, US-made audiophile-grade resistors, twin Cinemag® transformers, and a VLSM shockmount, the V24 is the first and last stereo microphone you’ll ever need to reach for.

Hand-made in small batches in the USA, this is the definitive modern tube stereo microphone and will be the crown jewel of any mic locker.

culmination of our combined knowledge and experience, Vanguard Audio Labs is proud to present the V24 Stereo Tube Condenser Microphone – designed to be the crème de la crème of stereo microphones.

WAIT…A CLONE?

We did not set out to make a “clone”, “homage”, or “tribute” to one of the most hallowed stereo microphones of all time. Rather, we used the basic circuit topology and improved upon it in as many ways as we could. This includes:

A modernized power supply with extra filtering stages and integrated polar pattern switching for clean, reliable power with low noise

Vastly reduced crosstalk between the two circuits that was inherent to the original design for natural, phase-aligned stereo recording

Extended low frequency response with a better transformer design and component value changes means the V24 has much more robust low frequency response than its vintage counterpart

Improved noise filtering along the capsule and power paths for lower noise floor and better signal-to-noise ratio

Modernized components, including US-made audiophile-grade low-noise resistors, high-end capacitors, dual Cinemag™ transformers, sealed microphone switches, and deep-cycle cryogenic treatment of the majority of the componentry for lower noise and no-holds-barred tonal bliss

Switchable low-pass filtering per channel – for “12”- or “251”-style high end gives the engineer even more tonal options

And of course, our tried-and-tested “tank turret” V44S capsule-rotating metalwork that is the most durable rotating stereo microphone design conceived, using punched stainless steel and ball bearings for stage-worthy recallable settings

Every great microphone starts with a great capsule. After much consideration, we chose a matched set of BeesNeez CK12 capsules for the V24. These Australian-made beauties are manufactured using modern automated CNC machining and Ben is extremely knowledgeable of the original CK12s. One of the most complex (and revered) capsule designs ever conceived, the CK12 is the beating heart of some of the most hallowed vintage microphones.

The dual Cinemag™ transformers emulate the properties of the famed T14 transformer found in vintage Austrian microphones, but use a larger core to obtain better low end response along with higher-quality alloys and precision windings.

Audio Performance & Features

“12” vs “251” mode – each capsule has a switch for the famous “251” high-end rolloff to emulate those hallowed microphones’ respective top end response!

9 independently switchable polar patterns – XY, Mid-Side, Blumlein, or any number of creative stereo options

120º rotatable top capsule with 15º detents – our “tour-proof” V44S technology, the best rotation mechanism to ever grace a stereo microphone

3-output PSU for easy Mid-Side processing – a phase-reversed top capsule output allows for seamless mid-side processing with 3 cables

Open-weave headbasket for low internal reflections and “open-air” voicing

Capsule & Electronics

Twin matched BeesNeez CK12 historically-accurate capsules handmade in Australia

9 independently selectable polar patterns per capsule at the power supply

Twin Cinemag™ T14 transformers

Hand-selected cryo-treated 6072A tube

Transformer-balanced tube circuitry using audiophile-grade parts, sourced from USA, Germany, Japan, France, and more

Deep-cycle cryogenic treatment of the majority of components

Ultra-low-noise design using PRP™ audiophile-grade precision resistors

FIRST 10 UNITS ONLY – sealed NKK switches, cryo-treated 10-pin cables, cryo-treated Neutrik connectors, and more.

CONSTRUCTION

Heavy-duty SUS304 Stainless Steel construction, with locally machined components

Robust punched-steel capsule rotation mechanism

Laser-engraved microphone and PSU markings

5-Year Warranty

#4 grained hand-polished Stainless Steel finish

Precision-cast Vanguard badge

Neutrik® interconnects

Made in USA – Assembly & 100% Quality Control in Pennsylvania, USA

Included Accessories

PS-24 Power Supply

Padded Pinewood Microphone Box

VLSM Large Shockmount with aerospace-grade suspension rings

*Carrying Case*

10-pin Microphone Cable with Neutrik™ connectors and TMB™ cable

IEC Power Cable

Use Cases

Drum Overheads

Piano

Acoustic Guitar

String Ensembles

Orchestral Recording

Vocals

Room Mic

Horns & Brass

Woodwinds

Percussion

and many more
When you buy a V24, 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.

The V24 also comes with the PS-24 power supply, which allows 9 selectable polar patterns for each capsule and provides clean, unadulterated power to your V24. The power supply contains a phase-inverted top capsule output in addition to the standard top-capsule output, allowing for mid-side operation in less-than-ideal recording conditions with no patching.

The 10-pin connecting cable is manufactured using TMB™ cable and Neutrik™ connectors.

When not in use, your V24 should be stored in its padded pinewood box and its foam-padded utility case.

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