Audix VX10 Specifications

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VX-10

HAND-HELD VOCAL
CONDENSER MICROPHONE

overview

The VX-10 is a true condenser microphone
designed to set new performance standards in the
areas of live sound and broadcast applications.

With a smooth uniform response over a fre­quency range of 40 – 20k Hz, the VX-10 is highly
sensitive to transient response and will repro­duce vocals and speech with exceptional detail
and realism. The VX-10 will handle close miking
with minimal proximity effect and will not lose
signal if the user is slightly off-axis from the
front of the microphone. A cardioid pattern pro­vides excellent gain before feedback and, even
with it’s extended low end response, the VX-10
offers sonic clarity without “boominess” in the
lower mids – usually difficult to attain with live
vocals.

The VX-10 operates on phantom power of 48 –
52 volts and will achieve optimum results with a
high quality mic preamp. Low noise electronic
circuitry, low impedance, and balanced output
allow interference-free performance even with
long cable runs.

VX-10

CONDENSER MIC

applications

g

Lead vocals

g

Background vocals

g

Speech

g

Live performance and live broadcasts

Excellent for use with in-ear monitors

g

On air announce microphone

g

Studio vocals

g

Acoustic instruments

( flute, strings, guitar, piano )

specifications

Transducer Type

Condenser

Frequency Response 40 Hz - 20 kHz

Polar Pattern Cardioid

Output Impedance 250 Ohms

Open Circuit Sensitivity

23 mV

(ref 1k @ 1 Pascal)

Equivalent Noise Level 19 dB (A weighted)

Signal to Noise Ratio 73 dB

(ref 1k @ 1 Pascal)

Power Requirements 48 - 52v phantom

Maximum SPL 138 dB

Cable/Connector 3 pin gold

plated male

XLR connector

Polarity Positive voltage on pin

2 relative to pin 3 of

output XLR connector

Housing Die cast zinc body with

brass capsule housing

Weight 11.24 oz / 318.6 grams

Finish Black E-coat

Piano

Flute

Strings

Lead

Vocals

Acoustic

Guitar

Group

Vocals

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Specifications are subject to change without written notice.

The frequency
response chart
(above) and the
polar patterns
represent a typical
production run for
this microphone.

(in Millimeters)

Operation and Maintenance: Condenser microphones

as a general rule are much more sensitive and reactive
than dynamic microphones and should be handled
with care. Avoid extreme temperatures wherever
possible. Moisture and high humidity can adversely
effect the performance of the microphone and cause
permanent damage. For outdoor use consider using an
outer foam windscreen to help reduce wind noise or
popping. When not in use, please store your mic in
the pouch or case provided at room temperature.

Capsule replacement: The VX-10 is designed with a
field replaceable threaded capsule. For this reason, it
is possible to carry spare capsules to insure against
the unexpected. Simply unscrew the capsule in order
to repair or replace. Call the Audix service department
direct for any repair work.

Live Sound:

For speech: The VX-10 may be placed at directly in
front or slightly below the speakers mouth. An
effective working range is between 6 – 8 inches for
clear, intelligible speech. The VX-10 provides
exceptional output and may be adjusted to
accommodate the style of a particular speaker.
For powerful speakers, an external foam windscreen
my be required to reduce popping noises.
Solo Vocal: The VX-10 is designed to have minimal
handling noise and may be used on a microphone
stand or hand-held. The VX-10 is highly sensitive and
will accommodate distances of 1” to 12” of distance
to the performers mouth while still maintaining a fair­ly uniform response. Unlike working with a dynamic
microphone, the bass frequencies of the VX-10 will
diminish less dramatically with distance away from
the mic. The vocalist may have to experiment in order
to find their optimum working range with the VX-10.
For stage monitors, avoid pointing the back end of
the mic directly into the stage monitor. Instead, try
and set the microphone at a angle parallel to the
floor, thereby putting the angle of the mic on a differ­ent plane with the angle of the monitors.
Background vocals: For purposes of gain before feed­back and to avoid phase cancellation, there should be
a distance of at least three times greater than the dis­tance of the microphones to the performers (example,
a working distance of 8” would mean about 2 feet
between microphones). More powerful vocals may
require more distance from the microphone element to
the vocalist’s mouth in order to avoid distortion,
whereas quiet vocals may require a much shorter dis­tance.

Recording: The VX-10 technology is derived from the
SCX series, which was developed specifically for high
quality recording applications. For this reason, the VX­10 can be used successfully to record practically any
acoustic instrument. Simply point the microphone
towards the sound source, being careful that the mic
is the correct distance in order to avoid distortion.
Because of the smaller diaphragm and cardioid pick-up
pattern, close miking techniques may be employed to
minimize the room sound and maximize the sound of
the instrument.

WARNING:

The VX-10 requires 48-52 Volts of phantom power to
fully charge the element. For this reason, DO NOT PLUG
OR UNPLUG THE MICROPHONE INTO OR OUT OF THE PA
SYSTEM UNLESS THE VOLUME OF THE SYSTEM IS TURNED
DOWN. Failure to do so may result in a loud “popping”
noise sensation which could seriously damage the speak­ers in the PA system.
Power requirements are 48-52 Volts Phantom Power.
Most current mixing boards are equipped with phantom
power, however, if phantom power is not available
please use the Audix APS-2 power supply to interface
between the microphone and the mixing board.

OUTPUT:

The VX-10 output is balanced across Pin 2 (positive)
with respect to Pin 3, with the shield connection to Pin

1. It is recommended to use a high quality microphone
cable with 3 pin XLR connectors.

SERVICE AND WARRANTY:

This microphone is under warrantee for a period of 1 year 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 sending back any products.

VX-10

HAND-HELD VOCAL
CONDENSER MICROPHONE

Typical Frequency Response

Polar Charts

Measurements

30Hz

-10

10

0

20kHzFrequency in Hertz

Relative dB SPL

Supplied Accessories

g CVX10 - Foam lined wooden carrying case
g MC1 - High quality nylon mic clip adjustable

through 180 degrees with a standard 5/8
inch –27 thread.

(Note: metal adapter also sup-

plied to accommodate European standard threads).

g P1 - Cordura carrying pouch.

Optional Accessories

g GR357 - Rounded top steel mesh grill ball

with integral pop filter

g WS-10 - External acoustic foam windscreen
g APS-2 - 2 channel phantom power supply