I posted it earlier today. It also features an 1/8″ (3.5mm) headphone output for monitoring captured audio, as well as the audio from your computer. Please refrain from posting self-promotion and promotions for products and services except in designated areas or by moderator approval. Hope it helps! /u/StargatePioneer did a comparison of several of these very similar mics like the Q2U, AT2005, ATR2100 and long lost Knox on the Gonna Geek web site and YouTube channel showing what the audio comes like via USB and XLR. It went out of stock for a little bit. You can also utilize both connections simultaneously for recording a live event or performance. By using our Services or clicking I agree, you agree to our use of cookies. Came out to $51.xx after tax for me. The quality of sound you get from the QU2 isn’t dependent on USB vs XLR. The Q2U should work with any interface, but if you do plan on upgrading your mic in the future as well, you may want to look into saving for something like an Audient (the iD4 is great if you only need one XLR input, or the iD14 if you will need two) the Apogee Duet, or the RodeCaster Pro if you want a mixer. It's the 1600 AF of mics imo. :). But what in the world is a "USB/XLR" mic? Q2U is the ideal microphone choice for any podcaster, especially if you’re frequently on the go or building a podcast studio on a budget. Any ideas? How far should be doable for receiving? Posted by 1 year ago. I reinstalled drivers and even windows (unrelated) but it still does it. You don't need an external interface to plug it into your computer. Podcast Perfection. Onboard, high-quality analog-to-digital converters provide excellent audio reproduction. thanks! Its dynamic capsule delivers a warm vocal performance. Proper build quality is essential in a microphone, as it will ensure that you get your money’s worth out of it that it won’t fail on you in an unreasonable amount of time. It is definitely better and it can be 24 bit which gives you more headroom. Most folks are familiar with what USB microphones are. [Mic] Samson Q2U (Mic Clip, Desktop Stand, Windscreen and USB/XLR Cables) - $47.99 ($59.99-$12) using discover 20% cashback promo Or am I barking up the wrong tree and I'll need to get a better mic along with the interface to get better audio quality? After I reset the cable it gives me no issues at all. This update fixes the issue with the Samson Q2U not functioning after the computer has been turned off and back on; needing to unplug and replug the microphone each time the computer restarts. Hey guys, I got a Samson Q2U since a lot of people recommended it as a good entry-level microphone. Now if only webcams would go back down to pre-Covid prices. You have a link to the Discover promo activation? Topics include podcasting news, how to guides, gear, marketing, and anything related to podcasters. Seems this mic is back ordered/coming in stock around June 6 at all online retailers. This gives a better raw fidelity to work with in post. You aren't likely to notice much difference between those or a Scarlet interface with the Q2U, but if you ever get a dynamic that needs more gain the cheaper interfaces aren't going to work without a Cloudlifter or Fethead. A community for links to products that are on sale at various websites. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. I know that I can change the levels in Windows Sound Panel "Microphone Properties" but even if I set it to 100% (in windows) I still have to get extremely close to get a good recording. Bandrew tested the new 2i2 3rd Gen and was getting -6db Peaking and low noise with it and an SM7b sans CloudLifter. It let's you use USB or XLR, so if you don't have an audio interface you can use USB, and then eventually you can upgrade to XLR down the road to improve quality.