Samson Cardioid Q2 User Manual
Samson Microphones
A versatile new addition the the Q
MIC
“family” of
microphones, the Q2 employs a tight unidirectional
cardioid pattern to keep feedback to an absolute
minimum in high SPL vocal and instrument miking
situations. Its high energy Neodymium element pro-
vides maximum gain before feedback along with
superior sound quality and is enclosed on a special
multi-axis shock-mount chassis to reduce handling
noise. Featuring very clear and articulate sound, the
Q2 also incorporates a transformerless design for
extended low frequency response without distortion
and aluminum humbucking voice coil for quieter,
hum-free performance. It is equipped with a switch-
able 10 dB pad for use with high SPL sources and a
12 dB per octave high pass filter to reduce rumble
and other unwanted low end sounds. Manufactured
with the highest quality components, th Q2, like the
popular Qmic, includes a highly distinctive wind-
screen / noise filter that greatly reduces wind noise,
“pops” and excessive sibilance. Additional features
include a gold-plated XLR connector and a special
“Euro” adapter that allows the mic to be easily
mounted onto metric microphone stands.
• High-energy, rare earth Neodymium element
delivers high output and exceptional sound
quality.
• Tight cardioid polar pattern reduces feedback.
• Transformerless design enables mic to reproduce
extended low frequencies with minimal distortion.
• Lightweight aluminum humbucking voice coil
rejects hum and preserves extended range of
high frequencies.
• Vertical porting helps remove standing wave
distortion.
• Switchable 10 dB pad allows use with high SPL
sources such as drums and amplified instruments.
• Switchable 12 dB per octave high pass filter
eliminates stage rumble.
• Triple-plated multi-stage windscreen for quiet
performance.
• Multi-axis shock-mount mic element minimizes
handling noise.
• Sturdy zinc-casting and a silicone “anti dent”
provides additional windscreen protection.
• Foam-lined carry case, mic clip and Euro-metric
mic stand adapter.
•Gold-plated balanced XLR connector.
M I C R O P H O N E
C A R D I O I D
Q2
Samson Technologies Corp., P.O. Box 9031, Syosset, NY 11791-9031 • Phone: (516) 364-2244 • Fax: (516) 364-3888 • www.samsontech.com
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