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2022-12-17T15:27:43
Good quality materials and fast shipping. It?s not a 5 star review only because my order was partially shipped :/
MARYORI G.
2021-11-12T02:20:55
Sounds amazing and is so easy to use
LARRY S.
2021-09-30T10:39:53
Great microphone.
PHILLIP E.
2021-07-06T10:19:45
This is as good as all the positive reviews say it is. But I had a strange situation with the one I bought. All worked well the first two times I used it via USB. The third time the mic would not turn on. Eventually i discovered that the USB cable had stopped working. I knew because I had an old similar cable and the mic turned on immediately. I took it back to Adorama asking for a new cable. That baffled them. One part of the store could not tell another part of the store what to do. Ultimately a boss said "just give him a new mic." Silly. But that's what they did.
louis g.
2021-04-16T10:32:09
Good sound quality, and functionality
VLADIMIR B.
2021-02-05T07:28:08
Works perfect!
Ryan S.
2020-12-19T11:19:21
I ordered two of the Samson Q2U microphones. One worked perfectly from the first moment of use. The other has not worked at all. It turns on, and with difficulty I can get the computer to recognize it, but it will not record at all. I have tried it with both a PC and a Mac to make sure the problem wasn’t with my computer, but I’ve had the same issues no matter what. I’ve spent months reading different message boards and trying different things, hoping that this was resolvable but nothing works... seems to be a 50/50 chance whether the mic you receive will work.
CAITLIN S.
2020-12-16T06:24:47
Good quality mic, but after a few uses the monitoring functionality only outputs to the left side of the headphones. So audio passthrough is not great just coming from the one channel .
Dillon W.
2020-10-15T15:21:00
Great Microphone, would recommend for anyone wanting great and simple sound quality. Although I have not used the XLR feature yet, I plan to in the future as I know it is higher quality from reviews I've seen online. The mute switch is really accessable, you can use the aux below to listen to music and talk in it (even listen to your voice to see whether or not it's working). You can fit all XLR, USB, and Aux into the mic and will use all of them correctly. The best part is the reduction of background noise. As someone who uses fans frequently, it's a breather to know while recording or talking on my mic, no one can hear my fan or AC or anything.
Reed W.
2020-10-14T08:15:46
this is the perfect mic for a beginner pod caster. it has a USB connection so i can connect it straight to my laptop
Nicholas T.
2020-10-09T11:21:34
So far so good! It sounds great for the price and is plug-and-play so it's simple and easy to use!
JORDAN B.
2020-10-07T11:17:53
Seemingly Great microphone that I'm learning how to stream with. I don't know much about audio so I can't tell you there but this is the one a youtuber told me to get instead of a condenser. I chose this one because I prefer to not have to be too loud but I don't want it to pick up my environment.
ELIJAH G.
2020-10-07T09:30:30
Great product for the price. I saw many reviews before buying it; had my doubts but in the end it was worth it. Grear environmental notice cancelling, solid materials, and great sound for being a budget microphone. Excellent purchase for beginners and great service. I can not complain.
Weldin B.
2020-10-01T13:19:57
Excellent sound, and easy to set up with other electronics.
ERICA C.
2020-10-01T08:29:23
Very nice mic. I like the way my voice sounds while using it, does a great job of not picking up outside noise.
PATRICK O.
2020-09-23T10:35:31
Satisfied with the product.
MARIXELL G.
2020-09-23T10:10:47
Used it for a week. Overall I'm not too impressed with the quality for $69. I currently use it via a USB connection and it's not as clear as those who use it via XLR.
ADRIAN L.
2020-09-22T12:34:38
Wanted to try streaming with a Dynamic Microphone instead of my Blue Yeti and decided to try this one out. It works well both with XLR and USB and I've gotten positive feedback that my sound quality has improved. The build quality is good and I feel like it's picking up less background noises. Retiring my Blue Yeti in favor of this (I'll update this review if I run into any problem).
DANA C.
2020-09-16T08:35:56
Awesome sound, as advertised. I will recommend it to anyone who asks.
ANTHONY D.
2020-08-31T10:18:18
The Samson microphone was a super great addition to my set up, the option for xlr or usb connections makes it super versatile. The sound quality is very good as well.
SAMUEL C.
2020-07-31T08:22:55
Great mic!
TIFFANY K.
2020-07-29T18:11:34
I bought this mic to use for work and when gaming and everyone has noticed how much the quality has improved! Even if I talk close to the mic it will not distort.
CATHERINE E.
2020-06-04T09:21:22
I like the crystal sharp sound it delivered. With the price, it is a value.
JOHN C.
2020-01-08T07:32:37
Great sound. Great price. Great quality.
RANDALL P.
2019-06-21T08:27:39
This microphone works very well with the behringer U-PHORIA UMC404HD. This combination is amazing
James H.
2019-05-09T11:18:15
Easy ordering and fast shipping - as always. Easy setup. Great sound quality for a great price.
ADAM T.
2019-04-11T12:03:05
This is an incredible value for the price. I'm amazed by how quickly I was able to plug it in and go. Sound quality is great and will be useful even if my podcast grows in the future.
Richard M.
Dynamic
Cardioid (unidirectional)
50Hz-15kHz
-54dBV/Pa
148dB SPL
Up to 16-bit
44.1kHz/48kHz
Mini USB
XLR
1/8" (3.5mm)
On/Off (USB and XLR audio output)
Dual-color (Power/Clip)
USB bus
Die-cast zinc/heavy gauge mesh
7.5 x 2.5" (19.05 x 6.35cm)
0.7 lbs (0.32kg)
192223137721, 192223105935, 192223075498, 634343270983, 809164009665
Even a cave man can do it
By LARRY S.
Sounds amazing and is so easy to use
Microphone that competes with the Best for Cheaper Price
By PHILLIP E.
Great microphone.
One Mic for Stage, Studio and On The Go
Samson's Q2U combines the convenience of digital and analog audio capture into one dynamic microphone. With XLR and USB outputs, the Q2U is the first choice for home/studio and mobile recording, as well as stage performance. The Q2U is simple to setup and outshines microphones that cost more than twice the price. It comes with a mic clip, desktop tripod stand with extension piece, windscreen, XLR cable and USB cable. A package with everything you need to start recording right out of the box.
USB/XLR handheld dynamic microphone
Ideal for podcasting, live sound and music recording applications
USB output for connecting to any Mac or PC device
XLR output for connecting to any mixer/PA system
On/Off switch controls both USB and XLR audio output
1/8" stereo headphone output with level control for zero-latency monitoring
Dual-color Power/Clip LED
Plug-and-play, no driver installation required
Compatible with most computer-based digital audio workstation software
USB bus powered via Mac, PC or iPad
Solid, die-cast construction with heavy gauge mesh grille
Includes mic clip, tripod stand, tripod stand extension, USB cable (2.25m) and XLR cable (3m)
Samson Sound Deck Noise Cancellation Software (Mac OS X/Windows) available for purchase
Make Connections
Overall, the Q2U provides significantly improved audio over a headset or your computer's internal microphone. The Q2U can be connected directly to your computer or mobile device via USB or plugged directly into a mixer or audio interface with an XLR cable. You can also utilize both connections simultaneously for recording a live event or performance.
Podcast Perfection
If you're looking to start a new podcast, the Q2U is the best choice for creating a production studio on a budget. Whether you're recording a solo broadcast on your laptop or multi-person interviews through a mixing desk, the Q2U delivers high-quality audio effortlessly with minimal setup. It even has a 1/8" (3.5mm) headphone output to monitor the audio you're capturing, as well as the audio from your computer.
A Stud in the Studio
The Q2U is a great mic for home recording. Its dynamic capsule is great for miking vocals, instruments and amplifiers. Onboard, high-quality analog-to-digital converters provide excellent audio reproduction. The Q2U's cardioid (unidirectional) polar pattern picks up sound from in front of the mic, while rejecting unwanted sound from the rear and sides. This minimizes the amount of ambient/room noise that is captured on your recordings.
Go Mobile
Taking your podcast or recording on the road The Q2U can be used with iPhones and iPads via Apple's Lightning to USB Camera Adapter or Android devices via a Host OTG cable. In addition, the Q2U's rugged handheld body is perfect for capturing interviews at press conferences, live events or on the street.
Accessories Included
For convenient placement in front of your computer, the Q2U comes with a desktop tripod stand and extension piece. For use with this desktop stand or with any standard microphone stand, a mic clip is also included. A windscreen is also provided to minimize wind noise and plosives such as P-Pops. A 2.25m USB cable and 3m XLR cable complete the Q2U Recording and Podcasting Pack, including everything you need to get started on your next project.
Samson Sound Deck Software
Available as a paid download, the Samson Sound Deck Noise Cancellation Software brings noise cancellation technology for enhanced VoIP communication and computer recording to your Q2U. Sound Deck uses Digital Noise Reduction algorithms to minimize recurring background noise from loud environments, ensuring only clean, natural sounding vocals are received by your family, friends or business associates.