SAMSON Go Mic Clip On USB Microphone

dont get all the bad 1 star reviews here, check some YT videos before buying and you know what to expect.It is a VERY SMALL mic, you can lay it down on your palm, BUT that doesnt mean at all that this mic is getting bad because of that.I am a hobby music producer and lyric writer, and i tried to find a way to improve the qualitiy of my products, and this little mic met my needs in absolut every way.Pro's:- 1,5m long USB cable- very good sound quality- adjustable DB-Level right on the mic (0, + 10, - 10, hence if people complain about bad background noise, dont wonder if set up too high ;) )- internal sound chip for highly increased quality compared to normal USB mics which take the internal soundcard for incoming noise- additional 3,5mm clink adapter for all common headphones- very light to hold, easy to use (plug and play, worked immideatley on my windows 8 PC)- very good recording quality, NOT ONLY for radio shows or simple talking but also for singing / rapping (i would suggest to get a mic holder and use a bit tape to fix it, makes it easier to keep the same distance to the mic)Con's:Really only one , the software they deliver is crap :D. As i am producing a bit longer already, I use cubase and ableton.So once more before you decide not to buy because of all the bad reviews: Good quality comes from what you put in. Set it to 0 Decibel, record, have distance to your laptop, make sure you have the right surroundings (of course your quality gets worse if you sing in a small empty kitchen where the sound bounces back from walls) and also learn how to adjust what you have recorded. Simple equalizer should already be enough to take out unwanting noises.So do not complain because you think singing into it and clikcing play gives you awesome results, it is a bit more work behind it indeed.Do not hesitate to answer questions!I will suggest this to anyone who asks me, simply good work!cheers

My first sample had an issue with the pickup pattern switch being loose and not connecting the pins inside properly, causing the sound to cut to silence at times. I got it replaced (kudos to Amazon for _instant_ shipping of a replacement upon phone call), and while the new unit doesn't have the cut-off issue any more, the switch is still a little loose.Let me explain.What I think happened when Samson designed this microphone, is that they started off with this nice, sleek metal body that fit snugly into the clip/base when folded. A couple of revisions later they added the pickup pattern switch. It turned out a bit sloppy, because they didn't think about revising the clip/base, and the switch is on the inner side of the mic, where the hinge connects it to the base. So now when you want to fold the mic, it doesn't fully go in, because the switch is in the way. I've attached photos to illustrate the problem. I suspect the people (or machines, who knows) working on these mics at the factory don't pay much attention to this issue and just cram the mic into the base when they're about to pack it. This causes many of the switches to become loose due to force impressed, and some of them break.This doesn't affect my use case that much, because I mostly intend to use the Go Mic as a desktop microphone, but if you're looking for a portable solution - I don't think I would recommend this one, despite it's excellent form factor and portability aspirations. The pickup pattern switch is too fragile for frequent folding of the mic.Despite this [fairly major] gripe, I love the Go Mic. For the price, it offers amazing sound quality and provides an all-in-one package that you can simply unbox and get recording. Instant recognition in Windows and Linux (in my case Windows 7 SP1 and Linux Mint 18), straightforward controls, and the remarkably useful sound clipping indicator all make for a wonderful experience. Looking to get a decent sounding microphone for voice communication? Want to improve your YouTube audio? Or perhaps you need to record instruments on a budget? This mic can do it all (and probably a lot more) pretty darn well.

This microphone is studio quality at a reasonable price anyone can afford. I have been using this microphone for five weeks and it has not disappointed me one bit. The carboid patten mode is great for recording lectures without picking up noises from people behind, and the -10 dB switch lets you use the microphone close to your mouth for realistic and crisp recording. It picks up the highs and lows very well and the background noise is minimal enough to allow you to remove it quite easily without sacrificing quality of the audio you care about.The fact that the go pro came with the case was very surprising, considering that this is usually an accessory companies sell separately to make an extra buck, and I have to give props to Samson for including it in the box for their customers convenience, and to ensure the longevity of the products they sell.The case does not feel cheap either, it is very well made and feels quite rugged and sturdy to protect your go pro from any knocks and drops it may encounter during your travels.The stand that the microphone rests on is also very good quality, and it feels like it is unlikely to break even with a bit of rough handling. The ball joint pivot is at an optimum grip that allows you to move it freely and fluidly with little resistance, while also making sure the microphone stays in its exact position without any sagging over time.Overall this is a very good product for its price, and it would be refreshing to see many other companies that make electronic devices match the quality and price ratio that Samson have managed to achieve.