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AMT VS

Endorsed artists using this product

George Massenburg
Maria Millar
Rhapsody Quintet

This product is especially suited for

Violin
Mandolin
Viola

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Polar pattern

Frequency Response

Pre-amp

Applied Microphone Technologies (AMT)

, VS microphone. The VS is a ultra miniature, feather weight low profile condenser microphone specially designed for the Violin, Viola, and Mandolin. The microphone attaches to the Violin, Viola, and Mandolin with a clamp designed for be solid on the instrument without harming or dampening the natural sound or vibrations.

The entire microphone and mounting mechanism is designed to clamp securely to the body of the instrument without damage to it's finish.

The element itself is attached to a flexible gooseneck, allowing easy positioning at the sound board. The cardioid polar pattern effectively minimizes off-axis audio that causes noise and feedback. The microphone itself is specifically designed for the smaller instruments in the string family. The microphone provides pure tonal reproduction while being unobtrusive. The reproduction of natural sound of the instrument is the goal.

An external beltpack provides the output stage and power supply for the microphone. The beltpack also provides variable impedance for line level output and standard a XLR output connector. The VS is powered with external 12-52VDC phantom power or 9-volt battery.

The AMT VS is the perfect choice for for soft to loud music. Principal artist or soloist microphone setup. Microphone is suspended in a 4 point isolation ring reducing key and handling noise. The microphone clamps with adjustments for the side of a violin, viola, or mandolin. Phantom power or 9Volt battery required. Comes with BP45 preamp, case, and AMT disconnecting cable technology to allow the microphone to be used with "W"ireless or "Belt pack" models if needed. *Additional cables for a variety of setups sold separately. Compatible with Wi5C Wireless system.

External Beltpack / Power Supply

An external beltpack provides 12-52VDC phantom power via external sources or houses a 9-Volt battery. The pack features a standard XLR output connection and can be worn during performances.

Cardioid Polar Pattern

The cardioid polar pattern is effective in minimizing noise and residual audio at the off-axis sections of the capsule.

Iso Ring Technology

The element is mounted in an integrated shock mount that suppresses handling and surface noise.

Use it with...

Violin
Viola
Mandolin

Specifications:

Element	Condenser
Polar Pattern	Cardroid
Frequency	25Hz - 20kHz
Sensitivity	68dB + 4dB
Impedance	150 Ohms*
Phantom Power	12 - 52 vDC* or 9 Volt Battery
Max input SPL	140 dB
Dimension	3" Flex Arm
Cable	6'
Weight	Mic only 20 grams

Comes with:

AMT VS Microphone
Belt pack Preamp
1/4 - XLR Cable
Hard shell Blo-mold protective case.

Wireless Ability:

All four versions of the AMT VS now are compatiable with the AMT Wi5C.

The AMT VS can be used with most major brand wireless belt pack transmitters and recievers or with Shure, Sabine, and Sennheiser with the "W"ireless versions. (See AMT VSW)

Other:

For Studio and Sound Engineer use see the AMT Studio.

AMT VS in use...

Violin

Mandolin

Viola