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Vanguard Scout - Pair

Vanguard Scout - Pair

Regular price $299.00 USD
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Product Description

The Vanguard Scout is a compact 2 way bass reflex speaker system with a 5.25in treated paper cone woofer and a 25mm silk dome tweeter in superbly crafted rosewood veneer cabinet with a satin finish. What makes the Scout special is the crossover and how it is voiced to provide a smooth presentation with pinpoint imaging and a wide soundstage. The crossover uses high quality custom inductors and film capacitors typically seen on speakers costing 10x the price.

The crossover is a unique asymmetric topology that produces crisp and accurate percussion. The bass extension is deep for its size with a 60Hz -6dB point. The silk dome tweeter provides resolving highs while maintaining a smooth sound that is low in distortion. The treated paper cone woofer has a natural and lively sound with a slightly warm midrange that’s perfect for vocals. The balance and voicing of the Vanguard Scout is optimized for non fatiguing listening pleasure with all genres of music.
  • 8 Ohms nominal impedance
  • 50w Power Handling
  • 84.5db Efficiency 

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This speaker is the perfect introduction into great sound. Paired with the Vera-Link TWS Bluetooth amplifier, it provides a complete music system - simply add your smartphone or other streaming device with Bluetooth connectivity such as an Amazon Dot (Alexa) which enables multi-room playback capability.

Try a pair of Vanguard Scout for yourself in your own home. All products sold by Vera-Fi Audio are covered by a 30 day money back guarantee should you be dissatisfied in any way. 

A few notes from Engineer Viet Nguyen -
Here is the measured harmonic distortion spectrum for orders up to 9th harmonic and THD for 2.0Vrms at 0.5m. Distortion is very low and does not have anomalous resonances. There is a 670Hz bump that might be a woofer basket resonance, but it is quite low. Nominal distortion at 1khz is about 0.19%
Here are some measurements of the Vanguard Scout speaker response showing the crossover response curves. Crossover is my own asymmetric slope design employing 2 inductors, 2 capacitors, and 2 resistors. Crossover frequency is at 1700Hz with both drivers having absolute positive polarity for nice transients and percussion realism. Blue is predicted system response and orange is actual measurement overlay:
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Specifications

Driver: 5.25" treated-paper-cone woofer, 1" silk-dome tweeter
Frequency Response: 45Hz-20kHz
Sensitivity: 84.5 dB/watt
Dimensions: 12" H x 6.75" W x 9.5" D
Weight: 12 lbs each
Input: Banana Connector
Input Impedance: 8 ohms
Finish: Real Rosewood Veneer

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Customer Reviews

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Michael A Schell (Danbury, US)
Great build quality and great value for the money

Love them. Far, far better than my Bose soundbar.

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Ralph Baisden (Sunbury, US)
Outstanding speakers!

Outstanding speakers! Very happy!

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Kevin Porter (Hooper, US)
Vanguard Scouts = Great Value

I've been on the "audio merry-go-round" for 30+ years. Downsizing a bedroom system I replaced my $4k speakers with Veri-fi's Vanguard Scouts. I was impressed, they are heavy, substantial beautiful speakers. They pass the knuckle test and sound great right out of the box. Midrange sounds nice and smooth(right) and surprising bass out of these little 2-ways! These speakers are a great value!!! Thanks Mark!

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Andrew Glasser (Regina, CA)
These speakers are built well and beautiful

These speakers are built well and beautiful. They sound great, although I have to admit that Ihaven’t had much of a chance to listen to them a lot yet.

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Ivan Talley (San Marcos, US)
New Favorites Punching Above Their Size

I wasn't having any problems but I wanted some passive speakers to pair with my vintage Pioneer SX-850. As we all know the listening experience is very subjective but I'm absolutely in love with these speakers! Beautifully clear sound and I'm hearing details from some of my old favorites I've never heard before! I live in a small home that is less than a 1000 square feet so my "listening room" is very constrained. These work under these conditions providing more than I'd hoped for. After several hours of use they seem to have only gotten better. My only suggestion is that I'd like to have some color options as an add-on for the speaker covers. They're beautifully made and veneered but I'd like to add a pop of color. I could always recover them myself but I think I'd definitely consider purchasing them for convenience. Specifically I'd like an orange, bright blue, red, and yellow option.

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Tim Hall (Walla Walla, US)
5 stars – Exceptional upgrade to my vintage setup!

5 stars – Exceptional upgrade to my vintage setup!I recently added the Vanguard Scout HiFi Speakers to my rebooted vintage hi-fi system, and they're already proving to be a game-changer. The clarity and warmth they bring to my old-school turntable and amp are spot-on—rich mids and sparkling highs that make vinyl nights feel alive again. They integrate seamlessly, punching above their weight without overwhelming the room's retro vibe. That said, they did need a solid 20-30 hour break-in period to really open up. At first, the bass felt a tad tight, but now? They're sounding better with every listen—smooth, detailed, and immersive. If you're blending new tech with classic gear, these are a smart pick. Highly recommend!

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nathan Santos (Sydney, AU)
Sub and speaker purchase

Although i haven't reveived the units to review, i can share that my ecperience with the team was delightful! Rhey are a bunch of professional, friendly, aeasy to deal with individuals.They treated my transaction really personal. I'm really impressed the way they handled my queries. I salute these guys! Highly recommended.

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Lars Nilsson (Stockholm, SE)
Amazing crystal sounds for the minmum cost

Amazing crystal sounds for the minmum cost, use it for Streaming, Stereo and TV

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Mark S (Pasadena, US)
Great speakers!! After playing I purchased more.

Great speakers, right in my budget. I purchased one pair, broke them in, loved them, and then purchased 2 more pairs. I had the option of ceiling speakers but bookshelf sound so much better. The Scouts allowed me to get great sound and budget. I have them in several rooms now. 2.2 in the main rooms and 2.1 in the small rooms. When connecting a Caldera 10 it was suggested to put a HPF 70h on the Scouts. I haven’t been able to find a good low cost 70h, closest so far is 80h $25. I purchased (3) pairs of Scouts and (7) Caldera 10. So HPF is important to focus more on the mid and high’s. Really really like Vera-Fi Scouts and Caldera’s!!!

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Anonymous (Denver, US)
Warm and wonderful

The Scouts are a phenomenal speaker.
Starting with the gorgeous real wood veneer and cinder block build to it's warm and encompassing sound. Easily compete with or surpass speakers costing twice their price. Do yourself a favor and get a pair of Scouts ASAP

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are the Vanguard Scout Speakers?

The Vanguard Scout is a pair of high-quality 2-way loudspeakers designed to deliver exceptional sound quality at an affordable price.  Despite the affordable price, the Vanguard Scout has a premium rare wood veneer cabinet, high quality drivers, and a premium crossover that uses high quality film capacitors, heavy copper inductors, and audio-grade resistors with a thick PCB that is comparable to speakers costing thousands of dollars. You won’t find cheap cement-filled white resistors that are ubiquitous on other budget speakers inside the Scout or any other Vera-Fi Audio speaker. The magic of a speaker comes largely from the crossover filter design and voicing of the speakers which has been designed using state of the art computer modeling and countless hours of test listening sessions.

What kind of amplifier do I need to drive the Vanguard Scout speakers?

The Vanguard Scout speakers are compatible with a wide range of amplifiers and was designed for 8 ohm impedance amplifiers, although amplifiers capable of driving lower impedance loads will work fine. Ensure your amplifier meets the recommended power requirements for optimal performance.

How should I position the Vanguard Scout speakers for the best sound?

Position them at ear level, forming an equilateral triangle with your listening position. Experiment with slight angling (toe-in) towards the listener for improved imaging.

Are the Vanguard Scout speakers suitable for small rooms?

Yes, their design allows them to perform well in various room sizes, including small to medium-sized rooms. We recommend at least 12 inches of distance from the rear of the cabinet to a back wall.  However, if the speakers have to be placed inches from a back wall, you may find that the wall boundary reinforcement makes too much bass.  In this case, some experimenting with using a microfiber cloth etc rolled up to plug the rear bass vent may produce a sound more balanced for such placements.

What kind of improvements can I expect in my audio system?

Experts and users have reported that the Vanguard Scout speakers offer remarkable affordability and competence, looking much better than nearly all of their same-price-tier competition.

Where can I find Vera-Fi Audio warranty information?

You may find information about warranty here.