SAMSON C01 Studio Condenser Microphone

SAMSON C01 Studio Condenser Microphone

Samson C01 – a versatile studio microphone designed to capture sound with all its warmth and clarity. At its heart is a large 19mm dual-layer diaphragm, which is much more sensitive than dynamic microphone elements. This allows the C01 to perfectly reproduce the subtlest nuances of a performance: from the vibrations of guitar strings and the resonance of wood to the vocalist's breath or the shimmer of cymbals.

The microphone features a Supercardioid (according to technical specifications) polar pattern, ensuring excellent on-axis sound capture and suppressing unwanted ambient noise. The robust housing includes a protective metal grille and a gold-plated XLR connector (male) for reliable signal transmission. The front-facing LED indicator shows when the microphone is receiving the required 48V phantom power.

Key Features

• Large Diaphragm: 19mm dual-layer capsule for detailed recordings.
• Sound Quality: Provides a smooth and flat frequency response with warm lows and extended highs.
• Construction: Robust metal grille and gold-plated XLR connector (male).
• Power Indication: LED light indicating 48V Phantom Power operation.
• Mounting: Includes a swivel stand mount for a standard microphone stand.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Samson
• Model: C01
• Type: Condenser (Back condenser type)
• Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
• Diaphragm: 19mm (3 micron thickness - note: "3mm" mentioned in the text is likely a specification error; it's usually measured in microns, but we'll retain the manufacturer's info or omit the misleading number if it appears to be an obvious error. Source 1.1 states "Diaphragm thickness 3mm" - this is physically impossible for a diaphragm; it likely meant 3 microns, so it's safer to just mention "19 mm in size").
• Frequency Response: 40 Hz – 18 kHz
• Sensitivity: -33 dB/Pa
• Max SPL: 136 dB
• Power: Phantom power 36V - 52V
• Connector: XLR (male) (gold-plated)
• Dimensions: 180 x 54 mm
• Weight: 1 kg (according to specification "2 lb / 1 kg", although it may actually be lighter, we cite the source)

What's in the Box?

• 1 x Samson C01 microphone
• 1 x Swivel stand mount
• 1 x Case (according to image "C01-Case-Opened-Angled")

Intended Use

• Vocalists and performers in a recording studio.
• Recording acoustic instruments (guitars, pianos).
• Miking drum kit cymbals ("Overheads").