Samson C01U USB Recording / Podcasting Pak

 C01U USB Recording / Podcasting Pak
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Samson C01U USB Recording / Podcasting Pak
Buy the Samson C01U USB Recording / Podcasting Pak from Dolphin Music

Web Price: £79.99 GBP inc VAT

Availability: Normally 3-5 Days


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  • Euro Price: €101.14 (1 GBP = 1.26444 EUR)
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Samson changed the way the world records audio with the C01U and C03U USB Studio Condenser microphones — the first studio quality condenser microphones equipped with a USB interface. The C01U Recording / Podcasting Pak includes everything needed to record digital audio on a PC or Mac with an eye on maximum portability.

The C01U Recording / Podcasting Pak comes bundled with Cakewalk Sonar LE, their vastly popular digital audio workstation software, giving users additional power and versatility to digitally record audio in any situation.

The C01U features a 19mm internal shock mounted diaphragm with a cardioid pick up pattern ensuring pristine studio quality. The package is equally at home with those wishing to enter the expanding world of podcasting, one the hottest trends in the digital audio revolution.

In addition to the C01U microphone and Cakewalk software, the package comes with a desktop mic stand, mic clip, shockmount and USB cable in a durable, lightweight aluminum case.

The packs are aimed at a variety of uses, from corporate events and presentations to music applications to portable podcast recording applications.

Features:

  • Bundled with Cakewalk’s Sonar LE digital audio workstation software
  • C01U features a 19mm internal shock mounted diaphragm
  • Cardioid pick up pattern
  • Includes mic clip, MD5 desktop mic stand, SP01 shockmount and USB cable
  • Comes in durable, lightweight aluminum case

Samson C01U USB Condenser Mic at a Glance:

  • USB Condenser Mic Connects Directly to Your Computer! - The Samson C01U is a podcaster's dream come true. With a simple USB connection straight into a computer, the C01U brings studio-quality sound to your podcasts. Musicians who record music on computers now have a simple, affordable way to capture high-quality vocal and acoustic instrument performances as well. The C01U is perfect for plug-and-play production!
  • Plugs straight into computer - no interface needed! - The Samson C01U makes recording on the fly or in the field so much easier. It connects directly to your computer's USB port, with absolutely no need for a preamp or audio interface. Seamless integration is the idea, and it has been obtained by creating a great performing condenser microphone that can be plugged into any computer with just a USB cable.
  • Quality mic based on popular C01 - The C01U microphone is based on Samson's successful C01 condenser mic. It features a 19mm internal shock-mounted diaphragm with a cardioid pickup pattern ensuring quality recordings.
  • Compatible with any Mac or PC recording software - The C01U works perfectly on any computer, Mac or PC, and with any DAW software program. It immediately solves a huge problem for users of many laptops, many of which have no other input method for audio devices.

Features:

  • Large-diaphragm condenser with USB digital output
  • Compatible with any computer based Digital Audio Workstation
  • Extremely detailed sound reproduction ideal for recording vocals, acoustic instruments, and just about any other sound source
  • High-quality A/D convertor with 16-bit/48kHz sampling rate
  • Software drivers for MAC and PC provide additional features like programmable gain, LED input metering, low-cut Filter, and phase
  • 19mm Capsule with 3-micron Diaphragm
  • Hyper Cardioid pick-up pattern
  • Solid Die Cast construction
  • Swivel stand mount and 10-foot USB cable included

Samson C01U USB Recording / Podcasting Pak


August 26, 2008

Rating: 6/10

Lots of good reviews for this mic made me buy it. Dolphin were very helpful too. The sound levels are awful and searching the web, now that I have made my purchase (!), I found many other people also had problems. Samson have not responded to email enquiries. There is a software pre-amp but it is not very stable. The only way to get a good recording level out of it (without having your mouth less than 6 inches from the mic) is to put the volume up to 100%. My old headset mic picked up more ambient noise than this and was also louder on the voice portion of recordings.

There is a distinct background hum that I am having to edit out.

I am not using the recording software that came with it, but it works adequately using Audacity or a few other tools. You may have to boost the volume after recording though (which boosts that hum so it becomes a problem).

It is solidly built and looks like it will last. The kit lacks a pop-filter so I got the PS01 too - and there is no space for it in the box, which is a shame.

I hope they fix the pre-amp because the recording levels wreck what is otherwise a well built microphone.

black rockstand

caroline trevis
December 28, 2007

Rating: 9/10

A very good stable stand but is quite hard to assemble. Good Value for Money.

co1u usb recording

caroline trevis
December 28, 2007

Rating: 7/10

good warm sounding microphone but lacks on wind and popping. If you are going to purchase this mic i would recommend a pop filter.
Great Value for money

  • HOW TO...RECORD VOCALS

    With the use of a good preamp and the right software, it's possible to get incredible results when you record vocals at home. And even equipment such as the Line 6 Toneport (either the UX1 or UX2) commonly used for guitars, can be a great choice...read on.

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