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Samson C01U Pro Studio Condenser USB Microphone

Large-diaphragm USB Condenser Microphone with Hypercardioid Pickup Pattern and Built-in Headphone Amp
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USB Microphone with a Built-in Headphone Amp

The Samson C01U Pro is a mobile musician's dream come true. With a simple USB connection straight into your computer, the C01U Pro brings studio-quality sound to your mobile sessions and podcasts. Musicians who record music on computers now have a simple, affordable way to capture high-quality vocal and acoustic instrument performances. And a built-in headphone amplifier delivers instant access to zero-latency monitoring. Get an easy-to-use and all-in-one recording solution with the Samson C01U Pro USB microphone.

Samson C01U Pro USB Studio Condenser at a Glance:
  • Skip the interface with this USB microphone
  • Built-in headphone amp for monitoring
  • Quality microphone based on popular C01U
Skip the interface with this USB microphone

The USB-ready Samson C01U Pro microphone makes recording easier than ever. Just plug directly into your computer and start recoding. You don't need any bulky preamps or audio interfaces, it's all built into the C01U Pro. This is ideal for mobile recording rigs, podcasting, and more. And with recording resolutions up to 16-bit/48kHz you'll get great sounding audio every time. Whether you're recording vocal and instruments, VoIP, speech to text programs, or podcasting, the Samson C01U Pro has the features and functionality you need.

Built-in headphone amp for monitoring

Samson shoe-horned a headphone amp into the compact C01U Pro microphone. You get real time zero-latency monitoring while recording. No more external headphone amps or plugging into different, and lagged, sources. The C01U Pro's integrated headphone amp makes this a complete recording outfit that's perfect for space-restricted studios and musicians on the go.

Quality microphone based on popular C01U

The C01U Pro microphone is based on Samson's successful and popular C01U USB condenser mic. It features a 19mm internal shock-mounted diaphragm with a hypercardioid pickup pattern ensuring quality recordings. Ask any Sales Engineer at Sweetwater - hypercardioid patterns are perfect for rejecting unwanted sound while recording. The C01U Pro also sports an increased signal-to-noise ration making your recordings cleaner than ever.

Samson C01U Pro USB Studio Condenser Features:
  • Large-diaphragm condenser with USB digital output
  • Compatible with any computer based Digital Audio Workstation
  • Built-in headphone amplifier for zero-latency monitoring
  • Extremely detailed sound reproduction ideal for recording vocals, acoustic instruments, and just about any other sound source
  • Large shockmounted diaphragm
  • Hypercardioid polar pattern for killer rejection of unwanted noise
  • High-quality A/D convertor with 16-bit/48kHz sampling rate
  • Solid, die-cast construction with heavy gauge mesh grill
  • Includes mini tripod stand and swivel mount
  • Flat frequency response of 20Hz-18KHz
Upgrade your mobile recording rig with the Samson C01U Pro microphone!

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Tech Specs

  • Microphone Type: Back Condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
  • Diaphragm Size: 0.75" (19mm)
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz-18KHz
  • A/D Resolution: 16-bit, 44.1/48kHz
  • Max SPL: 130dB SPL
  • Color: SIlver
  • Connector: USB-B, 1/8" (headphones)
  • Software: Samson Sound Deck
  • Requirements - Mac: mac OS X 10.4.9 or later
  • Requirements - PC: Windows XP or Later
  • Mounting Options: Mini Tripod, Swivel Mount (5/8-27)
  • Power Source: USB Powered
  • Dimensions: 7" x 2.12"
  • Weight: 1.06 lbs
  • Included Accessories: USB cable
  • Manufacturer Part Number: SAC01UPRO

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Rated 5/5

Great starter mic

I got this USB mic after a friend recommended it as a good quality first mic. It's incredibly easy to set up in your DAW software and the sound quality honestly exceeded my needs and expectations. I used it to record demos for school applications and I got auditions, so I'd say it did the job! The only issue I encountered involves a flawed driver in Windows 10 (apparently impacting any USB mic, not this one in particular), causing the mic volume to be really low when recording. I just adjusted my setup to accommodate that and haven't encountered any other issues. My sales engineer Seth was really helpful too.
Rated 5/5

BIG BANG FOR THE PRICE

Great sounding microphone for the price...i was amazed
Rated 5/5

Best USB microphone under $100

This microphone makes it easy to get studio quality vocals at a great price! This microphone is great for rappers and vocalists looking to get great sounding vocals on a budget and on the go. It is very easy to setup in your DAW. No separate audio interface needed.
Music background: Christian rapper, freelance mixing and mastering engineer
Rated 5/5

MyGo-to Mic

We have the earlier version of this, but its the best mic we have ever used for a laptop. If there's a better one, we haven't found it. The Samson CO1U was first recommended to me by a professional sound engineer. I took his advice and bought this and have been happy ever since. This is not a replacement, but a second mic we are buying for the house.
Rated 5/5

Best Choice For Any Beginners

Don't underestimate this mic.

For those just testing the waters and not sure if they want to go pro just yet,
this is a solid starter mic that gives you just what you need to get going.

Anything cheaper may not last as long or may not have that good of pickup quality.

Anything more expensive, you're better off going with mics that will require:
- An Audio Interface
- An XLR cable

This would lead to higher spendings too..

Regardless, this mic alone does justice for any beginner and at a low reasonable budget,
so you can see if you want to take things to the next level.
Music background: Artist-Songwriter / Producer / Engineer
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