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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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Anonymous (Olathe, US)
Out of the box the redwood finish stunned my wife and I as incredibly beautiful

Out of the box the redwood finish stunned my wife and I as incredibly beautiful. So is the sound. with the subs it's a room filling sound. I was listening to Spotify and supertramp came on and I was drawn into the music as I distinctly heard the vibrato in the lead singer's voice. They are a rounded well balanced sound. No edgy brightness you often get when smaller speakers are pushed too hard. Well done!

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ALFREDO GUADARRAMA (Toluca, MX)
Great speaker at great price!!

Alfredo from Mexico
I have had many many new speakers but this is the first time a new one sound really good just out of box, the are great at creating a big scenario and focus congrats for such an afordable speaker!!!!

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Christopher M (West Orange, US)
Like going from black and white to full color

My experience with Vera-Fi was wonderful. I placed my order right before Black Friday and the team emailed me to say they were waiving shipping. When I responded how excited and thankful I was, the CEO himself emailed back with a nice note. It’s hard to find companies that care like that anymore. At that point, the speakers could’ve been “just alright” and I wouldn’t have cared, but they are anything other than “just alright”.

The speakers are gorgeous. Wrapped in real rosewood, I took the dust guards off because I can’t stop looking at them.

The sound is wonderful. Crystal clear mid range and a surprising amount of bass. I’m starting to notice details I haven’t before. I love them!

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Michael

Amazing build and quality of sound, better than speakers 4 times the price, get a bargain while you can.

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David Rod (Dallas, US)
The Vanguard Scout bookshelf speakers and Caldera 12" subs

The Vera‑Fi Audio Vanguard Scout bookshelf speakers are a stunning blend of craftsmanship and performance. Their rosewood finish gives them a premium, heirloom‑quality look—and fortunately, they sound every bit as good as they appear. Paired with a Marantz and tuned to emphasize midrange and highs, vocals from artists like Whitney and Elvis came through with remarkable clarity and presence.
In a small room, the Scouts delivered impressive volume without distortion, and when matched with two rosewood Caldera 12" subwoofers, the system blended seamlessly into a full, rich soundstage. Moving them into a larger room only highlighted their capability—they filled the space effortlessly.
Across streaming, CDs, and vinyl, the Scouts remained consistently engaging. Even when connected to a 1990s Sony “HiFi” stereo, older records and discs gained new life. These speakers manage to be both beautiful and versatile, making them an exceptional choice for anyone who values both aesthetics and high‑quality audio.

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Ken Jacobs (Montreal, CA)
Exceeded expectations.

Some printed material, detailing speaker and company info, date purchased, and set up suggestions. Design the box it came in to fold up for long term storage.

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Anonymous (Chicago, US)
Very happy with these speakers

Very happy with these speakers. They deliver great bass for their size, and overall present a very credible sound across all frequencies. They are easy on the eyes, and easy on your pocket. Great value. I am certain I will keep them for a long time. Highly recommended.

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CHARLES NORRIS (Atlanta, US)
Let me start out by saying I'm not an audiophile

Let me start out by saying I'm not an audiophile, just an old guy who had the chance to buy some decent speakers. I shopped around watched hours of YouTube evaluations and made my choice. These are very solid speakers that look good anywhere.
As I said, I'm not audiophile but these things blew me away with the room filling sound from a compact size. I also added the Bluetooth amps so I can put them in any room by just plugging them in.
I would recommend these to anyone looking for great sound at a great price.

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Tanya Procter (Newalla, US)
Finally a pair of Speaker Keepers.

2025 I have seen Speakers come and go, the price you pay being married to a low income Audiophile. These Vanguard Scouts have saved my sanity and as a bonus they look beautiful in my living room. Now he wants the matching Sub for his Birthday, he will have to wait until next Christmas for that one.

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Anonymous (Burke, US)
Completely satisfied!

well-rounded, great sounding speaker. pair very well with the WIIM amp ultra. Completely satisfied!

Vanguard Scout Reviews on YouTube

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A fantastic melodic bookshelf speaker with high (SAF) Spouse Acceptance Factor

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.