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Vanguard Scout - Pair

Name: Vanguard Scout - Pair
Brand: Vera-Fi Audio LLC
SKU: SCOUT
Price: 299.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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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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Vanguard Scout Speakers-Incredible value for size and price

These speakers are as good as it gets for using them as desk speakers for a PC. Great sounding speakers for their size. They punch way above their price.

Generally, well built and pretty good sound. However, there was some buzzing at certain frequencies. Adjusting the screw tension on the back panel and driver solved the problem.

sound amazing

Worth waiting for. Excellent speakers These little speakers sound amazing. I’ve paired these with a sub but they certainly hold their own without. Shipping was a little longer than expected but communication was great and I received a response to my inquiries almost immediately

Great hi fi speakers a steal for the price

Beautiful workmanship
Incredible sound quality

Great little speakers…

I’ve had these for a couple weeks now and can say that right from the start, they sounded great, an improvement from the ones they replace. But I can also say that although they are still in the breaking-in period, they get better and better from week to week. They sound great on their own but coupled with my REL T1 sub, even better. I’ve just ordered the Caldera 12 to complement these and will keep the REL with my Highland Oran bookshelf speakers for my secondary room.

I appreciate the clarity and balanced midrange

I appreciate the clarity and balanced midrange. Great value.

Great sounding set of speakers for the budget minded

Great sounding set of speakers for the budget minded. The Vanguard Scout have a big sound for such a small price. I set these next to my Polk Reserve R100s and couldn't tell the difference. This may be bit of bias, but the Scouts may have actually sounded a little better. I paired these up with my KLH S100ETH and OMG the subwoofer made the difference. I think I will be placing an order for the Caldera 10" sub.

Great buy

These are the best value to sound for the price!

Fantastic product!

Really great speakers. And the best part: excellent customer service if you need anything!

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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.

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