SAMSON Meteor USB Microphone - Chrome

Product Information

Due to its size, it doesn't handle higher sound pressure levels as well as standard sizes. This means it won't be any good for mounting up a drum set nor recording at distances but the Samson Go Mic is a fantastic option for conferencing, audio notes/memos and is especially good for in the field or on the go audio recording. The BC Master features a custom made condenser capsule and its diaphragm measures 16mm. It looks like a standard bodied cardioid mic and reminds us of the mic that comes with the Focusrite Scarlett Studio in a box kit. So it is probably from a production line that fabricates for a variety of mass-produced brands. As with the majority of new technological products is isn't very long before we start to see smaller versions. The Samson Go is prime example of this trend. This Samson Go MicUSB functioning miniature mic features novel product design with its tiny fold out swivel arm concept. It can clip to your laptop or sit at the desk. Easily one of the most exceptional examples of tiny condenser microphones in the market.

Meteor with Pop Filter https://homestudiobasics.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Samson_Meteor_Test.mp3 This is a great question but in actuality, there is no concrete answer because it depends entirely on what you intend to do with it. In all honesty, most of the lower end USB microphones don't differ a lot from one another in terms of frequency, decibels etc.

What you will need?

For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs. It is a condenser mic (a microphone that uses diaphragm vibrations as a capacitor), which is powered by a Universal Serial Bus or (USB). The USB provides the pre-amplification then converts the audio data. Polar Patterns The Samson Meteor
mic has a dial for managing your monitoring volume levels and a mute button. Features a smart LED that helps with the level setting as well. It is USB compatible with a variety of OS including iOS and most DAW's it offers driver free rapid recording solutions for the modern man. Samson is an industry leader in professional audio since they embarked on their journey in 1980 pioneering wireless router microphone technology and going on to set the bar for industry standards in USB condenser Mics. The original snowball has an optional omnidirectional pattern. The removal of these options is what allows for the reduction in production costs and inevitably makes it a low budget version. This is great because we get the exact same crystal clear audio of the Snowballs high-quality recording capabilities for a far lower current price. Unless you are specifically after omnidirectional recordings for dual interviews you really are better off. As podcasting continues to grow in popularity, creators need both audio quality and ease of use. Meteor Miccan help you wow your listeners and set yourself apart in a crowded podcasting community.

The Meteor is definitely a worthy investment into your USB mic cabinet, although I would rank it second among mics in this price range and of this type. Whilst it isn't the most thrilling, this informative video from Lynda.com gives a clear, detailed visual explanation on the subject of directional polarity in microphones. This is largely down to whether the vocals are spoken voice or singing voice as the SPL (Sound Pressure Levels) created though singing is completely different. Simply put you aren't going to be able to Belt out any big notes if the diaphragm can't handle it. The Blue Yeti pro popular USB microphone is a very good USB Microphone for vocals as is AT2023.

How to Install Drivers

If you are seriously looking for the best USB condenser microphone you probably need to be prepared to part with a fair amount of cash for a more pristine audio signal. Conclusion It also comes with a premium grade pop shield that is specifically tailored to sit the optimal distance from the microphone. A pop-filter is an undeniable necessity if you want your recordings to be free of interference and harsh plosive sound spikes. The Rode NT-USB is easy to attach to its complementary ring mount and tripod stand. Both are of a solid build. It has the same frequency range as the Blue Yeti.