The VS Violin, Viola, and Mandolin Microphone from AMT is a miniature cardioid, condenser microphone designed for use with violin, viola and mandolin. The entire microphone and mounting mechanism is designed to clamp securely to the body of the instrument without damage to its 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. 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 11-52VDC phantom power or 9-volt battery.

The miniature design of the microphone and mount provide an unobtrusive, secure hold without damaging the intrument's finish.

An external beltpack provides 11-52V 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.

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

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

The beltpack / output stage features a level control that adjusts of line level output if necessary.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this light work with the Astral Extreme AS-X-400 Monolight?

A: This flashtube is only compatible with the VS-LCD400

Q: 2. Does this work with a Canon EOS Rebel T3i?

A: I don't know, I have Nikons, sorry :(

Q: 3. How does one set slave mode with this flash? I cannot find the user manual anywhere online.

A: I haven't purchased it, but the user manual is on the B&H purchasing page, on the upper right hand side

Q: 4. How does this flash compare to the Yongnuo YN-568EX Speedlite for Nikon Cameras?

A: The Yongnuo YN-568EX Speedlite for Nikon Cameras would be the stronger of the two flashes in terms of output power. It also has a wider manual output range from 1/1 full-power down to 1/128th output power (the Bolt VS-560N Wireless TTL Flash for Nikon goes down to 1/64th minimum output power). When using i-TTL automatic flash output, the Yongnuo flash has a wider -5 EV to +5 EV flash compensation range (in 1/3 EV steps), compared to Bolt's -3 EV to +3 EV flash compensation range (in 1/3 EV steps). The Yongnuo flash has a 2.5mm sub-miniphone sync terminal, while the Bolt uses the standard PC sync terminal. The Yongnuo flash has an estimated 3 second recycle time when using full batteries, while the Bolts flash recycle time can be up to approximately 9 seconds. The Bolt flash would be both smaller and lighter compared to the larger, heavier Yongnuo flash.

Q: 5. I forgot to ask, I ordered this flash but my A7r has the multi-interface shoe. So I neglected to get an adapter. Which adapter do I need for this flash? Thanks.

A: You would need the Sony Multi-Interface Shoe Adapter.

Q: 6. Does the small stand it comes with have a tripod mount screw?

A: Yes it does. I don' use it myself, but I just checked. It will fit on my tripod that I bought from Wall-Mart.

Q: 7. Is this compatible with my Nikon D3200?

A: This flash is fully compatible with the Nikon D3200.

Q: 8. Does ti works with a canon t6?

A: Yes it will.

Q: 9. will this flash work with ttl on the sony a6000? sony a77II?

A: Yes full TTL and HSS.Just use the ADP-MAA hotshoe adapter.

Q: 10. This does TTL of camera with good exposures without optical slave? I have heard issues that's why I ask.

A: I use this flash unit on manual (along with the digital camera) and cut the intensity with the down arrow. It works absolutely perfectly and beautifully. Couldn't be happier!