SAMSON Q9U Large Diaphragm Cardioid Podcasting Mic

 Q9U  SAMSON 

 Large Diaphragm Cardioid Podcast Mic 

 

Achieve studio-quality audio for broadcasting, podcasting, streaming and recordings with the Q9U. Easily integrated into any professional or home recording studio, the Q9U features both an XLR output and USB-C connection with stunning 24-bit/96kHz resolution. The cardioid polar pattern rejects off-axis sound focuses the pickup in front of the microphone. A wide frequency response and large dynamic range ensures the detail and nuance of the voice are captured for a natural sounding performance. An internal air-pneumatic shockmount and dual-layer windscreen minimizes popping, plosives and mechanical noise. The Q9U also includes zero-latency headphone monitoring, onboard mute switch, and seamless plug-and-play connection with Mac and Windows computers.

Features:

• Dynamic capsule with humbucking coil and neodymium magnet

• Cardioid polar pattern

• XLR Analog Output

• USB-C Digital output with 24-bit/96kHz resolution

• 1/8" output zero-latency headphone monitoring

• Robust construction with swivel yoke mount

• Low Cut Filter

• Mid-presence Boost

• Mute button controls both USB and XLR outputs

• Dual layer windscreen

• Plug-and-play, no driver installation required

• Solid, die-cast construction with integrated yoke mount

• Includes USB cable

Specifications:

• Element Type: Dynamic

• Frequency Response: 50Hz–20kHz

• Polar Pattern: Cardioid (unidirectional)

• Electromagnetic Hum Sensitivity (no weighting): 60 Hz: 24 dBSPL/mOe, 500 Hz: 24 dBSPL/mOe, 1 kHz: 27 dBSPL/mOe

• Impedance: 250Ω

• Sensitivity XLR: -57 dBV/Pa (1 kHz)

• Sensitivity USB: -16 dBFS/Pa (0 dB gain, 1 kHz)

• Max. SPL: >140 dBSPL

• Bit Depth/Sample Rate: 24-bit, up to 96 kHz

• Digital Output: USB-C

• Headphone Output/Impedance: 1/8" (3.5mm) / 32Ω

• Headphone Power Output: 38mW @ 32Ω

• Controls: Mute Switch, Low Cut Filter Switch, Mid Presence Boost Switch

• Body Construction / Grille: Zinc Alloy / Steel

• Accessories: 2m USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-C female to USB-A adapter, foam windscreen

• Microphone Dimensions: 7" x 2.4" / 178.5 mm x 60mm

• Weight 2.13 lb / 0.97 kg

SALE: $199.99

FREE S&H in continental US (e-mail for international / offshore USA rates)