The C01U Pro is the ideal solution for musicians, producers, broadcasters, as well as recording audio for YouTube videos, voiceovers and podcasts. A large, 19mm diaphragm captures all the nuances of your voice, making the C01U PRO ideal for hip-hop/rap artists, singer-songwriters and ADR (automated dialogue replacement) work with video editing suites. In addition, the mic element is shock-mounted within a solid die-cast metal construction to minimize unwanted handling noise/vibrations on your recordings.
Capturing audio at a 16-bit 44.1/48 kHz resolution with a smooth, flat frequency response of 20Hz–20kHz, the C01U Pro ensures the authentic projection of both high and low frequencies to your favorite DAW or recording app. In addition, Samson maintains its longstanding commitment to user convenience with plug-and-play operation (no driver installation necessary), USB power via Mac, PC or iPad (cable included), as well as an included tripod stand and swivel mount for optimal desktop placement. CO1U Pro is even compatible with iPads and iPhones (4S and later) using Apple's Lightning USB Camera Adapter or Camera Connection Kit (30-pin) for those seeking to achieve pro-level sound on-the-go.
Samson Sound Deck Software
Available as a paid download, the Samson Sound Deck Noise Cancellation Software brings noise cancellation technology for enhanced VoIP communication and computer recording to your C01U Pro. Sound Deck uses Digital Noise Reduction algorithms to minimize recurring background noise from loud environments, ensuring only clean, natural sounding vocals are received by your family, friends or business associates. To learn more and find out how to purchase the Sound Deck software, visit the Samson Sound Deck page for Mac OS X or visit the Samson Sound Deck page for Windows.
High-quality components, versatile features and pristine full-range audio have madeSamson an industry leader in professional audio solutions known for their fidelity and reliability. As such, Samson invites you to experience the convenience, high-end construction and premium sound quality of the C01U Pro for recording or communicating on your computer.
The C01U Pro is a high-quality USB condenser mic, and despite its budget price, it delivers the goods—and not only for voice recordings. While it may not be a replacement for your favorite Neumann, it provides excellent sound, and a high degree of convenience, to boot.
The Specs
The C01U Pro is an upgraded version of Samson’s original C01U USB mic, retaining the original’s specs, while adding additional functionality. The Pro is a large-diaphragm condenser, with a super-cardioid pickup pattern, and a smooth response.
The C01U Pro's Frequency Response & Polar Pattern.
As you can see from the graph, the on-axis response is commendably flat, with a gentle rise of around 3–4 dB at 10 kHz—this gives the mic a nice sense of detail on voices and instruments (like acoustic guitar), and is inline with the response of most vocal condensers. Directionality is as advertised, and the mic did a good job of rejecting room noise.
The USB connection
Connectivity is strictly via USB, with a port at the bottom of the mic, where an XLR connection normally would be. There is no other audio output, and the supplied USB cable provides not only the audio connection to the computer, but also power for the mic. Here’s where the C01U Pro exceeds its predecessor. To enable the mic to function as a one-stop solution for simple recording needs (like podcasts), this version is also a full USB interface. Not only does the USB connection bring in the mic’s audio signal, but it offers playback as well, via an 1/8th-inch stereo headphone jack on the front of the mic. This provides low-latency monitoring of the mic signal, along with audio from the DAW, and makes simple recording tasks a breeze—just plug it in and go. Of course, the mic can also be used for input alone, monitoring normally through the DAW interface’s outs—both approaches worked fine for me when I tested it out. And while I tested only with a computer DAW, Samson points out that the mic can also be used with iPads and iPhones (4S & later) via the appropriate adaptor.
