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Samson Q2U - Understanding the Q2 U Layout and Components; Microphone Parts and Controls Explained

Samson Q2U
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Q2U Layout
1. Windscreen – Dual stage grill protects the capsule and
helps reduce wind noise and p-popping.
2. Capsule – Internally shock mounted dynamic microphone
element with cardioid pick up pattern.
3. LED – The dual color Power/Clip LED lights green to
indicate power, and flashes red when the input mic is
overloaded or clipping.
4. ON/OFF switch – Used to turn the microphone USB and XLR
outputs on or off.
5. Output Level control – Up and Down buttons control the
headphone output volume.
6. XLR connector – Standard Male XLR connector with analog
output for connecting to a standard microphone preamp.
7. USB – Mini-B size USB connector for interfacing with your
PC or Mac computer.
8. Headphone Output – 3.5mm stereo jack for connecting
headphones or studio monitors. The headphone output
provides a mix of the direct signal from the microphone
and the audio playback from the computer.
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