I love having the convenience of USB microphones. Unfortunately, I use Pro Tools, and until a few months ago I could use any USB mics to record into Pro Tools, which sucks. However! Now that Pro Tools 9 is out (which freakin changes EVERYTHING in the recording software industry) you can use ANY interface, including USB mics.
So I may be getting one of these, although I have a Blue Snowball, which I like a lot.
From Amazon:
Samson CO1U USB Condenser Microphone
The C01U USB Studio Condenser Mic is the first affordable studio condenser mic with a USB interface.
For the first time ever, musicians who record music on computers have a simple, affordable way to capture high-quality vocal and acoustic instrument performances.
Seamless integration was the idea, and it was obtained by creating a studio condenser microphone that can be plugged into any computer with no in/out boxes, no expensive computer pre-amps, just a USB cable.
The C01U condenser microphone is based on our wildly successful C01. It features a 19mm internal shock mounted diaphragm with a cardioid pick up pattern ensuring pristine studio quality recordings.
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.
It’s a must for any musician on the road or in the project studio, but the C01U is going to offer solutions to more than just musicians. The mic opens up possibilities for anyone who records audio—from Podcasters, journalists, students, and business people adding audio files to websites and multimedia presentations.
Feature List
- Large Diaphragm, 19mm, Studio Condenser with USB Digital Output.
- Compatible with any computer based Digital Audio Workstation.
- The extremely detailed sound reproduction makes it ideal for recording vocals, acoustic instruments and just about any other sound source.
- High Quality AD converter with 16 Bit, 48K sampling rate.
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Nice low cost mic
It took just a little playing to get the mic placement figured out, but now it produces nice sounding audio. What works well for my screencasts is to set it on the table right in front of me at about a 60 degree angle tilted away from me. So the green light on the front is pointed towards my mouth, but I talk over it. I look at the computer screen, so the main acoustic energy is flowing about 5 inches above the microphone rather than aimed straight at it. I also bought the windscreen for it to help smooth any acoustic bursts.
It works perfectly with Windows and Linux. Supposed to also work with Mac. For me, a big concern before buying a microphone was that it works with Linux. I didn’t have to do anything to get it to work with Linux. I just plugged it in and used the ALSA mixer to turn it on and used it with Audacity and RecordMyDesktop.
5 Stars Great mic at a great price
I was looking for a good high-quality condensor microphone. This is it. USB connected for digital no-noise signal. Standard size fit my stand and vibration mount. The sound is clean and perfect for voice applications. Highly recommended!
5 Stars Received right away and works great!
This was sent out fast and we were very happy with the promptness and condition of the product.
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