

The headphone jack also relays the audio coming from the computer being used to record. When connected via USB, the Q9U appears as a regular input and output audio device in the computer’s audio settings.Īt the rear of the Q9U, there’s a 3.5mm stereo jack for connecting a pair of headphones to monitor what the microphone is picking up. Podcasters or musicians recording at home won’t necessarily want to use an XLR setup. XLR is the professional’s preferred way of connecting a microphone to a recording device, especially when using multiple microphones for recording two or more guests on a podcast. The Samson Q9U can be connected to a conventional mixing desk or USB audio interface using an XLR cable or it can be plugged into a computer using the supplied USB cable. However if you would like added functionality of the Samson SoftPre applet (Input Level Meter, Volume control, High-pass filter and Phase Switch), you may download the appropriate one for your operating system here.At the base of the Samson Q9U there are two switches for Mid and Low Cut to shape the sound. The Samson Q1U will work without the SoftPre applet software using the standard drivers included in your computer's operating system. The Q1U is perfect for recording your music, Podcast or any acoustic audio source on your favorite computer based DAW (Digital Audio Workstation). The Q1U faithfully reproduces a variety of sound sources including vocals, acoustic instruments and overhead cymbals, and can handle high SPL perfect for use on drums or in front of a loud guitar amp. The extended frequency and fast transient response insures an accurate reproduction with linear characteristics from bottom to top. Just plug in the supplied USB cable, launch your DAW and start recording. The Q1U features a smooth sounding neodymium element, capable of handling high SPL, cleverly interfaced to an onboard high quality microphone pre-amp, Analog-to-Digital converter and USB output.
