The Samson G-Track is a unique USB recording microphone designed to help singers, songwriters, musicians and Podcasters capture those sudden moments of inspiration quickly, efficiently and with minimal setup. The G-Track features a high-speed USB port for direct connection to any computer without additional audio cards, interfaces, etc. The USB bus-powered microphone requires no additional batteries or external phantom power for complete plug-and-play operation.
The G-Track is also an analog interface with a stereo 1/8" (3.5mm) mini connection for mono or stereo instruments, and line devices such as MP3 players. A second 1/8" mini output connection provides latency-free headphone monitoring. Three dials provide individual control over instrument, microphone and headphone level, providing everything needed for quality recording on-the-go.
Features
- Large, 19mm diaphragm studio condenser microphone
- USB audio interface with 16-bit, 48kHz resolution
- Plugs directly into any computer with a USB input, no drivers required
- Compatible with most computer-based digital audio workstation software
- Supercardioid pickup pattern
- Smooth, flat frequency response of 20Hz–16kHz
- 1/8-inch stereo input for mono instruments (guitar, bass, etc.) and stereo line level devices (MP3 players, keyboards, etc.)
- 1/8-inch stereo headphone jack for no latency monitoring
- Input and Direct Monitor selector switches
- Volume, Instrument and Mic level controls
- Dual color Power/Clip LED
- Solid, die-cast construction with heavy gauge mesh grill
- Includes desktop mic stand, mic clip, carry pouch and complete cable set (guitar cable, headphone extension, stereo line with RCA adapters and USB cable)
- Bundled with Cakewalk® Sonar LE music production software
- Optional shockmount (SP04) available
USB Connection
The G-Track features a high-speed USB port for direct integration with desktop and laptop computers. The bus-powered microphone requires no batteries or external phantom power source.
Instrument and Line Input
A 1/8" stereo mini input will connect instruments and line devices such as MP3 players.
Headphone Monitor Output
A direct headphone monitor output is provided for latency-free monitoring over audio inputs, computer and microphone audio.
Audio Mixing Controls
Three dials provide individual level control over computer level, instrument and microphone level.
Specifications
- Transducer: Back Condenser Type
- Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
- Frequency Response: 20Hz to 16kHz
- Dynamic Range (Typical): Not Specified By Manufacturer
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Not Specified By Manufacturer
- Maximum Input Sound Level: Not Specified By Manufacturer
- Power Requirements: Draws power from USB port
- Output Impedance: Not Specified By Manufacturer
- Output Connectors
- Output: USB Output 1/8" (3.5mm) Stereo Headphone
- Input: 1/8" (3.5mm) Stereo Instrument/Line
- Pad: No
- Low Frequency Roll-Off: No
- Dimensions (LxDiameter): 6.32 x 2.87" (160.5 x 73mm)
- Weight: 1.38 lbs (0.626 kg)