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Samson Q8

Item ID: Q8

Supercardioid Dynamic Mic with High Output, Extreme Feedback Rejection and Neodymium Element

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A High-output Dynamic Mic for Stage or Studio!

The Samson Q8 is a handheld dynamic microphone that outperforms most industry-standard microphones in every category. The Q8 is ideal for live sound reinforcement because of its feedback rejection and high output gain. The heart of this performance comes from the neodymium multi-axis shock-mounted element and supercardioid pickup pattern. Vocals sound huge and instrument miking is crystal clear. The Q8 is also a versatile tool in the recording studio. The Q8 is a workhorse microphone for any professional application!

 
Samson Q8 Handheld Dynamic Microphone Features:
  • The ideal dynamic microphone for professional live applications
  • High-gain output, low-impedance design
  • Neodymium dynamic mic element
  • Supercardioid pickup pattern rejects bleed
  • Multi-axis shockmounted element for low handling noise
  • Carry case and mic clip included

For a high-performance dynamic mic, choose the Samson Q8!
Specification Detail
Microphone Type Dynamic
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Response 60Hz-16kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio 300 ohms
Low Cut Filter No Filter
Color Black
Connector XLR
Weight .75 lb.
Included Accessories Stand mount, Carry case
Manufacturer Part Number SAQ8

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A special-order product is one that we don't normally keep in stock. We order it from the manufacturer as soon as you order from us. We have great relationships with all the manufacturers we carry, so we can get your special order to you as fast as or faster than anyone else. Remember that special orders are non-returnable and non-cancelable, so make sure the item is right for you. A Sweetwater Sales Engineer can help you decide - call (800) 222-4700 for assistance!

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Reviews

based on 1 review

A/B TEST THE TRUTH!!! about the samson Q8

by RF. from ill
January 17, 2012
Music Background: recording singing
I WANTED A NEW MIC FOR SINGING LIVE SO I WENT TO MY LOCAL SAM ASH TOLD HIM WHAT I WANTED TO DO A A/B TEST TO FIND THE RIGHT MIC FOR ME I HAD HIM SET THE MIXER EQ FLAT AND NO EFFECTS I WANTED THE TRUES... read more [+]T TEST MY EARS COULD HEAR THE FIRST HE HANDED ME WAS A SM58 WISH MADE MY VOICE SOUND LIKE I WAS ON HELIUM NEXT A SEN. THEN A EV THIS WENT ON FOR 2 HOURS NOTHING JUST A WAST OF TIME SO I WENT THERE AGAIN ON SATURDAY AND TRIED 3 MORE MICS AUDIX AND OTHERS THEN I SAID DO YOU HAVE ANYTHING ELSE HE THEN SAID TRY THIS AND HANDED ME A SAMSON Q7 THIS MIC WAS WELL BUILT BUT THE BASS WAS OVERWHELMING SO HE SAID LETS TRY THE Q8 2 OF THEM HAD THE SAME HOLD YOUR NOSE SOUND TO ME THEN HE HANDED ME ANOTHER Q8 AND BAM!!! THE SOUND I WAS LOOKING FOR a natural sound crisp clear i then began my tests first was talking into the mic Cristal clear then i sang into the mic right on the grill and then 6 inches away no change then i yelled in it mouth to grill no distortion! i then talked on each side of it and dropped out to almost nothing the off axes clame samson said in the paper work was true the next test was handling noise it was vary low better the most mics. i taped the mic with my fingers and raped my hand around it next the plosives test the pu was vary low but the s present after finding this mic to give a true natural sound with vary little mic handling noise and provided a solid build i chose it over all others...
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