Samson Q9U XLR/USB Dynamic Broadcast Microphone - Manual (Page 11)

Owner’s Manual 11
DEUTSCHE
Quick Start - Microphone Placement
Careful attention should be made in regards to microphone placement when
miking instrumentalists, vocalists, and other sound sources.
We suggest that the microphone be placed directly in front of the performer at
a distance of 4-12 inches. This will help focus the mic’s pickup of the vocal
performance while blocking out unwanted background noise.
Small adjustments to placement can change the tone of the microphone. For
example pointing the microphone directly at the sound source (on axis) will
pickup all the lows and highs (frequencies) however changing this angle to
be slightly away from the sound source (off axis) will reduce the highs and
increase the lows.
Feel free to experiment as experience and a keen ear will aid you in capturing
the performance - this is the best way to learn, so let’s plug in and start
recording, streaming, and podcasting!