User Manual

SPECIFICATIONS:
ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS SPECIFICATIONS:
The microphone shall be a back plate pre-polarized condenser with a supercardioid polar pattern.
The microphone shall operate on 9-52 Volts phantom power and the nominal output impedance
shall be equal to 150 ohms at 1 kHz. The microphone shall have switches for -10 dB pad and
bass roll-off lter and shall have a sensitivity of 5 mV / Pa at 1 kHz. The microphone shall have
a maximum SPL level of ≥140 dB (with pad) with a THD of 0.5%. The microphone shall have a
steel mesh grill and a body of die cast zinc alloy with dimensions of 23 mm in diameter at the base
and 181 mm in length. The microphone shall be the Audix VX5.
Transducer Type Pre-polarized Condenser
Frequency Response 40 Hz - 16.5 kHz +/- 3 dB
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Output Impedance 150 ohms
Sensitivity at 1k 5 mV / Pa
Equivalent Noise Level 26 dB (A weighted)
Signal to Noise Ratio 68 dB
Off Axis Rejection >20 dB
Maximum SPL ≥140 dB (w/ -10 pad)
Power Requirements 9-52 volts
Connector Switchcraft® or Audix male
XLR connector
Polarity Positive voltage on pin
2 relative to pin 3 of
output XLR connector
Housing / Finish Die Cast Zinc /
Black E-coat
Weight 227 g / 8 ounces
Length 181 mm / 7.1 inches
OPERATION:
The VX5 is a low impedance microphone and should be plugged into a “mic level” input on
your console, mixer or recording device. The VX5 requires phantom power and will NOT operate
without phantom power voltage which is available on most professional mic preamps and mixing
devices. If phantom power is not available on your equipment, you will have to procure a phantom
power supply (such as the Audix APS2).
Avoid plugging or unplugging the microphone from a PA system unless the channel is muted or the
volume of the system is turned down. Failure to do so may result in a loud “popping” noise which
could seriously damage the speakers in the PA system.
FREQUENCY / POLARS:
USER TIPS:
The VX5, an excellent choice for lead and background vocals, has a supercardioid pick-up pattern
which helps to minimize sound from other instruments on stage from “bleeding” into the microphone.
The VX5 is highly sensitive and will accommodate working distances of 1-12 inches from the
performers mouth. Depending on the instrumentation and volume on stage, the vocalist may have
to experiment to nd the optimum working range.
When using stage monitors, avoid pointing the back of the microphone directly into the stage
monitor. Instead, set the microphone at an angle parallel to the oor, putting the angle of the mic on
a different plane with the angle of the monitor.
Allow a distance of 2-3 feet between microphones to avoid phase cancellation issues.
*Further miking techniques may be found on our website at www.audixusa.com
DIMENSIONS (mm):
VX5
SERVICE AND WARRANTY:
This microphone is under warranty for a period of 3 years from
any and all manufacturing defects. Should your microphone
fail in any way, please contact the Audix Service department
at 503-682-6933. A Return Authorization number is required
before returning any products.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE:
The VX5 is manufactured to exacting specs with roadworthy construction.
However, the capsule is highly sensitive and should be handled with care.
Avoid extreme temperatures and be sure to store your microphone in the
pouch provided when not in use. Moisture of any kind can adversely affect
the sound and performance of your microphone.
***All specications subject to change without notice.
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503-682-6933 Fax: [phone]
Audix Corporation 9400 SW Barber St. Wilsonville, OR 97070
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Please Check all that apply:
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Age: Occupation: Primary Instruments: Product to be used for:
18 or Under Musician Vocal Pro live sound
19-25 Producer Guitar / Bass Pro recording
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46-55 Production Brass Installation
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