Audix VX5 Professional Vocal Condenser Microphone
The Audix VX5 is a compact condenser microphone engineered to capture vocal performances with clarity and control in studio and live tracking environments. Its supercardioid polar pattern delivers exceptional feedback rejection and ambient noise isolation—valuable assets for recording in untreated spaces or capturing multiple vocal layers in close proximity. The presence-peaked character flatters most vocal ranges with articulate clarity and presence, while the rugged die-cast zinc housing and integrated pop filter make this a reliable workhorse for extended recording sessions.
Recording Performance
The VX5 reproduces vocal detail across a 40 Hz to 16.5 kHz frequency range, with a tight supercardioid pattern that rejects over 20 dB of ambient noise—critical for capturing clean takes in home studios and untreated rooms. The recessed -10 dB pad and bass roll-off switches let you tame proximity effect on close vocal work and control loud, powerful performances without distortion, while the microphone handles SPLs exceeding 140 dB for maximum headroom during intense vocal tracking.
Design & Build
At just 227 grams and 181 mm in length, the VX5 combines professional durability with practical ergonomics ideal for marathon recording sessions. The die-cast zinc housing with black E-coat finish houses a pre-polarized electret capsule with a 14 mm gold-sputtered diaphragm, while the acoustically ported steel mesh grille integrates a multi-stage pop filter for reduced plosives during close vocal miking.
Key Features
- Tight, uniformly controlled supercardioid polar pattern with over 20 dB ambient noise rejection
- 40 Hz – 16.5 kHz frequency response
- Pre-polarized electret capsule with 14 mm gold-sputtered diaphragm
- Handles SPLs in excess of 140 dB with pad and roll-off engaged
- Recessed -10 dB pad and bass roll-off switches for proximity effect and source control
- 26 dB equivalent noise level (A-weighted); 68 dB signal-to-noise ratio
- 150 ohms output impedance; 5 mV / Pa sensitivity at 1 kHz
- Gold-plated XLR connector with standard polarity (pin 2 hot)
- Die-cast zinc housing with black E-coat finish
- Acoustically ported steel mesh grille with integrated multi-stage pop filter
- Compact form factor: 181 mm / 7.1 inches long; 227 g / 8 ounces
- 9 – 52 volts phantom power requirement
The VX5 combines professional-grade specifications with a portable, road-tested design that delivers consistent vocal clarity across multiple takes and tracking sessions.
