SAMSON G-Track Pro Studio USB Condenser Microphone Mic+Interface+Vocal Shield

• (1) SAMSON G-Track Pro Studio USB Condenser Microphone Mic+Built in Audio Interface
• (1) Rockville RockShield 1 Studio Microphone Isolation Shield w/Sound Dampening Foam

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Description:

Samson's G-Track Pro is a complete recording solution for capturing vocals and/or instruments. Ideal for musicians, podcasters, gamers and streamers, the G-Track Pro is a multi-pattern USB condenser microphone, audio interface and mixer all in one. Delivering up to 24-bit, studio-quality sound with zero-latency monitoring, the G-Track Pro is all you need from start to finish.

It's A Microphone
Easily connected to any Mac or PC device via USB, the G-Track Pro features dual 1” (25mm) condenser capsules within a solid die-cast enclosure. The microphone offers three selectable pickup patterns (cardioid, omni-directional and bidirectional) for handling a variety of recording applications. The G-Track Pro comes with a heavy-duty desktop base that can be adjusted for optimal mic placement, or it can be easily mounted to any standard microphone stand with Samson’s SP04 shock mount (sold separately).

It's An Interface
With the G-Track Pro, singer/songwriters can quickly capture vocal and instrument performances simultaneously with one device. Simply connect the microphone via the included USB cable (no driver installation required) to your digital audio workstation software and you’re ready to record. G-Track Pro features a standard 1/4” instrument input for recording guitar, bass, keyboard and other line level devices.

And It's A Mixer
The G-Track Pro features a built-in mixer with independent Microphone and Instrument volume controls to customize your mix. The 1/8” stereo headphone output provides zero-latency monitoring complete with advance monitoring mix controls. It also features a Mute button that silences the input signals when needed, which is ideal for podcasters and gamers.

Features:

• SAMSON G-Track Pro Studio USB Condenser Microphone w/ Built in Audio Interface
• Element Type: Dual back electret condenser
• Diaphragm Width/Thickness: 25mm/3 microns
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid (unidirectional), bi-directional, omni-directional
• Frequency Response: 50Hz–20kHz
• Sensitivity: +6dB FS/PA (all polar patterns)
• Max. SPL: 120dB SPL
• Bit Depth/Sample Rate: 16 or 24-bit/Up to 96kHz
• Digital Output: USB
• Headphone Output/Impedance: 1/8" (3.5mm)/ 16O
• Headphone Power Output: 85mW @ 32O
• Instrument Input/Impedance: 1/4"/ 1MO
• Controls: Mute, Microphone/Instrument/Headphone Volumes, Monitor On/Off, Mono/2 Track
• LED: 3-color Power/Clip/Mute
• Body Construction/Grille: Die-cast zinc/heavy gauge mesh
• Accessories: Integrated desktop base, USB cable
• Product Dimensions: 4.5" x 10.5" diameter(116mm x 268.5mm diameter)
• Product Weight: 3.52lb (1.6kg)
• Gift Box Dimensions: 10.75” x 6” x 5.75” (228mm x 185mm x 63mm)
• Gift Box Weight: 4.5lb (2kg)

Review by Steven Sande at AppleWorld - Nov. 10, 2017

"Whether you’re recording music, capturing voice for podcasts, or doing live streaming, you need a microphone that’s going to capture sound accurately. Samson’s new G Track Pro USB Studio Microphone is a professional USB mic with a second audio interface that can be used for most digital recording needs, and it’s meant to compete with other more established USB microphones like the RODE Podcaster and Blue Microphones Spark Digital. How does it stack up to the competition?

Let’s look at the physical design of the G Track Pro before moving on to the electronics in the device. It’s a nice looking matte black mic with a mesh grill over the important parts — the dual 1-inch condenser capsules that pick up the sound.  The front of the G Track Pro features an array of controls. To start with, the mic has three pickup patterns. A “Figure 8” for when you’re recording a podcast with someone across from you, a cardioid pattern for those situations where it’s one person speaking into the mic from the front, and an omni pattern for picking up a roomful of sound.

Next, there are level controls for the microphone input, for instrument input, and for monitor volume. That’s right — you can plug in any instrument with a standard 1/4-inch plug, then use the controls on the G Track Pro to do a simple balancing mix of voice and instrument. There’s a mute button for cutting off the mic when you have a coughing fit or background noise to contend with, and a single LED that’s green when the mic is live turns yellow when muted. In the cases where you’re using the G Track Pro without an instrument attached, a switch lets you select a Mono mode. Add the instrument, and flipping the switch to 2 Track mode ensures that your mix is sent to your Mac.

On the back are a monitor on/off switch, a headphone jack and the 1/4-inch line in jack. A USB cable is included to connect the G Track Pro to your Mac, and to show the attention to detail Samson paid in the design of this mic, it even has a small balun to prevent interference from the instrument line in. The mic sits on a heavy swivel mount with a thick rubber pad on the bottom, or it can be removed to be added to a shock mount or mic arm. The G Track Pro is very professional-looking, and is small enough to be easily carried to gigs.

To test out the G Track Pro, I’ve been using it for the past week in place of my usual podcasting microphone when recording the Apple World Today News Update podcast. I’m using the standard table mount (although I may move it to my shock mount and microphone arm), and for recording the podcast I have it set up with a cardioid pattern with “mono” recording. This ensures that the same feed goes to both channels in the app I’m using for recording.

The front-mounted mic knob makes it easy to pre-set a level for recording, and the mute button operates without a “click” to shut off recording temporarily. The sound quality is the best I’ve heard from a Samson product, and I’ve done quite a few reviews of their mics over the years. I’d go so far as to say that it’s on a par with the $299 mic that I have been using to record podcasts, and it’s certainly better looking than that one!

With my other mic, I found that I really needed to be close to the mic pickup to be able to capture my voice well. That meant that plosives (p sounds and the like) had to be filtered out with a pop filter. With the Samson G Track Pro, I’ve been able to move my recording distance back a little bit and still capture the same levels, and it doesn’t appear that I’ll be needing that pop filter anymore. The LED on the mic will glow red if I’m too loud or hitting it with plosives, and I know to either reduce the mic input level or move back a bit when that happens.

The rubber base of the Samson G Track Pro stand does a good job of isolating the microphone when doing nothing but recording at a desk, but if you use a keyboard or are drumming your fingers on the desk it will definitely pick up the noise. This is one case where a shock mount and mounting arm will definitely help out a lot.

Whether you’re a podcaster or a musician, the Samson G Track Pro is a solid and very reasonably priced pro mic. The built-in capability to live-mix voice and instrument should make this very attractive to guitarists and others who need that capability, and the top-notch construction of the mic ensures that it will last for years."

What's In The Box:

• 3 Panel Mic Isolation Shield
• Hardware to Mount unit to your mic stand
• 5/8” Mic Adapter and 3/8” Mic Adapter
• All metal Tripod Desktop mic attachment

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How to Set Up Your RockShield 1:

What's In The Box:

• 3 Panel Mic Isolation Shield
• Hardware to Mount unit to your mic stand
• 5/8” Mic Adapter and 3/8” Mic Adapter
• All metal Tripod Desktop mic attachment

Description:

Rockville’s RockShield 1 compact studio microphone isolation shield is the latest addition to our ever growing line of Pro Audio studio accessories. Featuring 1.5-inch-thick high density acoustic foam, the RockShield1 keeps unwanted outside audio waves and vibrations from affecting your recording. By creating an acoustic boundary around the microphone, vocal audio flow is improved. Your voice is redirected to the microphone, while room reflections are prevented from directly entering the recording area. The end result is you will achieve a crisper and cleaner sound. This shield can be mounted to compatible microphone stands or used in a fixed location, like a counter top or tabletop. Easy installation and studio quality performance will quickly make the RockShield 1 your go-to sound dampening isolation shield.

Features:

• Rockville RockShield 1 Studio Microphone IsolationShield with Sound Dampening Foam
• Number of Panels: 3 Pieces
• Dimensions Each Panel: 8.2'' x 4.5'' inches
• Dimensions Assembled Unit: 11'' x 4.3” x 16.3” inches
• Keeps Excessive Room ambience and Off Axis Sound from interfering with your microphone when recording acoustic and vocal tracks
• Isolates Directional Microphones from Off Axis Coloration
• Limits External Bleed from Unintended Sound Sources
• 1.5" Thick High Density Pyramid Acoustic Foam
• Front and a vented metal back plate for the Best Noise Reflection Reduction
• Can be used in fixed location
• Stand Mountable
• Provides Vocal Booth Style Recordings with Minimal Footprint
• Professional Studio-Grade
• Rugged Finish Makes This Easy to Transport
• Tri-Pod Foot Design for Stability on Flat Surfaces
• 3/8” Die-Cast Metal Threads
• Mic Stand with 5/8” Adapter
• The shield frames are made of high strength die cast aluminum
• Net plates are made of high grade steel
• Net Weight (Without Tripod Stand): 1.1 lbs
• Net Weight (With Tripod Stand): 2.0 lbs

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