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Samson SAGOMIC Go Mic Portable USB Condenser Microphone,White
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Recommended Uses For Product | Streaming, Singing |
Brand | Samson |
Model Name | Go Mic |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Connector Type | USB |
Special Feature | The Samson Go Mic USB Microphone is a compact, plug-and-play solution that requires no drivers and is completely Mac and Windows compatible. The Go Mic features a USB audio output and a 1/8-in (3.5mm) headphone output. A folding clip allows for laptop screen mounting. See more |
Compatible Devices | Laptop, Personal Computer, Compatible with most Mac and PC based audio software that supports USB Audio See more |
Color | Silver |
Included Components | Carry Case, Go Mic USB Microphone, USB Cable |
Polar Pattern | Multipattern |
About this item
- Portable USB condenser microphone
- Plug and Play Mac and PC compatible, no drivers required
- Custom compact design that clips to a laptop or sits on a desk
- Perfect for recording music, podcasting and field recording
- Ideal for voice recognition software, iChat, VoIP and web casting
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Sound quality | 4.3 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.4 | — | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Photo4Less | Zentra, LLC | JIEYUAN CO.,LT | Amazon.com | MILLSO US |
power source | Usb Microphone,Usb Condenser | Usb Condenser | Usb C | Battery Powered | USB | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | USB | USB | USB, Auxiliary | 🏆︎ NO.1 Microphone | USB | USB |
connector type | USB | USB | USB, 3.5 mm Jack | USB -C/3.5 mm Jack/Lightning | USB Type-C | USB |
model number | 29/GOMIC | GOMICS | TL023-B | GT16 | Go Mic Video | M-USBPCMIC558-35B |
material | — | Titanium | — | Brass, Copper, PVC, Nylon, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene | — | Metal, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene |
audio sensitivity | 12 decibels | 44 decibels | 10 decibels | 100 decibels | — | — |
hardware platform | Laptop, PC | Laptop, PC | Mac, PC | Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet | Laptop | Laptop, PC |
polar pattern | Multipattern | Omnidirectional, Unidirectional | Multipattern | Omnidirectional | Cardioid, Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional |
weight | 0.5 pounds | 1 pounds | 185 grams | — | 0.28 grams | 28 grams |
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Product Dimensions | 2.8 x 1.7 x 0.9 inches |
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Item Weight | 8 ounces |
ASIN | B001R76D42 |
Item model number | 29/GOMIC |
Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #959 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #20 in Multipurpose Condenser Microphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 31, 2009 |
Manufacturer | Samson |
Country of Origin | China |
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Product Description
Samson Go Mic Compact USB Microphone is a versatile computer-based miking and recording solution. Due to its custom compact design, the Go Mic is able to clip directly onto your laptop or sit unobtrusively on your desk. Plug and play operation also means it’s completely compatible with a Mac or PC, with no drivers required. The Go Mic is perfect for recording music, podcasts or field recording, but its range of functionality extends beyond typical USB microphones. The Go Mic is also ideal for voice recognition software, iChat, web casting and even Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP).
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Customers like the sound quality, build quality, performance, and value of the microphone. For example, they mention that it picks up their voice perfectly, does a great job handling voiceovers and live webinars, and is very durable. That said, they say it's a pretty good mic for the price point and worth the money.
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Customers like the sound quality of the microphone. They say it's very sensitive, has good sound, and has no complaints about audio now. They also say it could hear everything, even things they wouldn't naturally hear, and the audio quality is relatively uncolored. Customers also say that the cardioid mode effectively isolates the sound source, while the omnidirectional mode captures a wider sound field. They are also impresseded with the ability to listen directly through it and to pick up amazingly faint bird calls.
"...Aside from the really good sound quality, it has a clever and unique design...." Read more
"...The cardioid mode effectively isolates the sound source, while the omnidirectional mode captures a wider audio field, making it suitable for..." Read more
"...You can listen directly through it (including hearing the recording) by plugging headphones into the mic...." Read more
"...3. The clarity in the voice is absolutely phenominal. It could hear everything! Even things I wouldn't naturally hear.4...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the microphone. They say it's an excellent starting microphone that improves voice quality so much. The clarity in the voice is phenomenal, and it picks up my voice perfectly. The sound is beautiful and pure, and the microphone is great for picking up lower audio.
"...On my desk at a distance of about 2.5', this mic pics up my voice perfectly for dictation and screencasts...." Read more
"...No matter. The mic performed virtually flawlessly right out of the box, with no tampering with the switch...." Read more
"...SAGOMIC Go Mic Portable USB Condenser Microphone is a commendable tool for content creators who prioritize portability without compromising too much..." Read more
"...The microphone is bidirectional, which is nice for both positioning and letting two people sit on either side of the mic, or for recording your..." Read more
Customers like the build quality of the microphone. They mention it's exceptional, substantial, and durable. The rubber gaskets and spring feel robust and heavy duty. The mic is reliable and produces professional quality results. It's great for video calls and computer voice dictation.
"...The build quality of the mic seems excellent, and the compact design is fantastic!..." Read more
"...A good quality, shielded cable is beneficial to avoid picking up hum.Operation was instantaneous and flawless...." Read more
"...be placed on a flat surface--much like the Snowflake, but with greater stability and without any intrusive cable...." Read more
"...The attention to detail in design is evident, and it exudes a professional vibe that's essential for any serious content creator or musician...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the microphone. They mention it works great, is effective, and works well for meetings and general use. The construction is excellent, and it works flawlessly with Skype and podcasting. It also works great in tandem with OneNote and Rosetta Stone. Customers say it works much better than Dragon Naturally Speaking and the headphone jack works fine.
"...Very clear and with the properly installed drivers for my audio - works perfectly with the USB 2.0 connection on my powered USB hub...." Read more
"...Between its compact size and gratifying performance, this unit is now part of my traveling kit, and beyond podcast interviews I'll use it for Zoom..." Read more
"...And this thing works GREAT with rosetta stone. Easily as good as my dedicated logitech SR mic did when it was new...." Read more
"...For lectures, I switch to omni mode and it produces wonderful results. It's like having a third ear that records directly on to my computer...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the microphone. They say it is a pretty good mic for the price point, worth the money, and a steal at its price. Customers also mention that the dictation software is free of charge.
"...Now, don't let those cons pull you away from this mic. This is a steal at its price and you don't need to buy a mixer or extra cables and such...." Read more
"...Conclusion: excellent mic at a great price, highly recommended." Read more
"Best usb computer mic I have ever had….and I’ve had a bunch. Great value. You won’t find anything better short of $300-400 dollars." Read more
"...The microphone for the price is unbeatable. It's very clear and so portable...." Read more
Customers like the size of the microphone. Some say it's amazingly small, compact, and mobile. The LED light is fairly large and can be covered easily. The microphone fits easily in the palm of your hand and can fit nicely in the windowsill.
"...For the price, I don't think you can do better. It's compact, has great voice pick-up and audio recording clarity...." Read more
"...Between its compact size and gratifying performance, this unit is now part of my traveling kit, and beyond podcast interviews I'll use it for Zoom..." Read more
"...It's smaller and lighter than the Snowflake--more diminutive than the picture would suggest...." Read more
"...Its compact design, easy setup, and versatility in pickup patterns make it an ideal choice for on-the-go recording needs...." Read more
Customers find the microphone very portable and easy to take everywhere. They say the design allows it to be easily stowed away in a laptop bag or backpack. Customers also say it's great for travel and the little carry case makes it easy to store pretty much anywhere.
"...It's smaller and lighter than the Snowflake--more diminutive than the picture would suggest...." Read more
"...The folding design allows it to be easily stowed away in a laptop bag or backpack, making it a perfect companion for vloggers, podcasters, and..." Read more
"...I also love how portable it is as I can just slip it into either my laptop bag or pocket without an issue at the end of class...." Read more
"...The stand that it comes with is made of all metal (but it feels light). This is such a small mic, but it picks up everything if you want it to...." Read more
Customers find the microphone easy to use. They say it's intuitive, simple to connect, and has seamless plug-and-play operations with Windows and macOS. Customers also say it is a quick and easy way to record. They also mention that the instruction manual is slim.
"...unit offers CD-quality 16-bit, 44kHz digitization and seamless plug-and-play operations with Windows and macOS...." Read more
"...With USB connectivity, setting up this microphone is a breeze – perfect for those quick recording sessions or live streaming events...." Read more
"...6. You also get complimentary recording software.7. It is simple! Just plug and play...." Read more
"...Pros: Style, convenient clip/stand/mount, versatile operating modes , simple PnP, sensitivity, headphones jack, price.Cons: Small size?,..." Read more
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The build quality of the mic seems excellent, and the compact design is fantastic! I love that it comes with its own carrying case and that it can be on a desktop or clipped to a laptop's monitor.
KINKS IN MY SYSTEM: MUFFLED AUDIO
The included software: Cakewalk's Music Creator LE can be installed on one computer. You get 30 days to register it. I installed it and registered it immediately, but it would not allow me to put in my registration code, saying I wasn't the system administrator. I am, and my Windows 7 PC says I am, but alas, it wouldn't work. This software is optional, but I decided to install it prior to the microphone (per instructions) to try it out. Eventually I ended up uninstalling it.
Soon after installing Cakewalk, I had a PC issue: muffled audio recording. No amount of system tweaking seemed to fix it. I was stumped.
Then I decided to go to the Samson site and see if there were updated drivers for the mic. The generic ones installed were from 2010. No luck.
I began reading online about 'muffled audio' on Windows 7 PCs. Somewhere I noticed a name I recognized: RealTek, which was a name associated with my speakers on my PC (RealTek digital audio). I went to the RealTek site and noted updated drivers for Windows 7 64-bit (2012), and decided to download and install them. I rebooted my PC and tested out the audio recording once more. Much to my delight, this solved the muffled audio problem!
I did set the bitrate to the highest level for the best sound quality recording. Afterwards I tested out the mic using Camtasia and CamStudio, both worked beautifully with the Samson Go Mic!
On my desk at a distance of about 2.5', this mic pics up my voice perfectly for dictation and screencasts. No hiss, hum, breath noises or distortion. Very clear and with the properly installed drivers for my audio - works perfectly with the USB 2.0 connection on my powered USB hub.
CONCLUSION: BUY IT FOR GREAT RECORDINGS
This mic is a truly great if it's recognized and properly configured by your system. Impressively clear recordings, unlike any I've been able to obtain using a Plantronics .Audio 655 USB Multimedia Headset or the mic on my Microsoft LifeCam Cinema 720p HD Webcam - Black .
For the price, I don't think you can do better. It's compact, has great voice pick-up and audio recording clarity. Installation issues may occur, but updating audio drivers, using a powered USB hub connection and tweaking audio settings within the operating system should give you the quality you've been hoping for at a price that's right.
UPDATE: 12/30/13
Been using this mic consistently for a couple months and I'm liking it. It's a condenser mic, and doesn't filter out ambient noise as well as I'd like, however for an under forty dollar purchase - I'm still very happy with it. Cakewalk never has registered correctly with my system so I uninstalled it. I guess if anything, that's been the downside to this purchase.
Aside from the really good sound quality, it has a clever and unique design. It is one piece, with the body of the microphone swiveling out of the base, into which it tucks when you're not using it. It came with a hard-sided zipper case to keep it safe and clean. (Microphones are sensitive pieces of technology.) The base clips onto your laptop screen, or it can sit stably on your desk.
There is a switch with three selections for sound pickup pattern. Omnidirectional is just that, a broad pattern that picks up all sound in the room. Cardioid is more directional (and cuts the bass a little bit). There's also a slightly muted (attenuated) cardioid setting that reduces clipping if you speak loudly or if there are loud noises. A status light on the front of the microphone is green when it is connected to your computer, and it flashes red if the mic saturates. Handy.
No software is needed with this unit, nor are there batteries or a power supply to worry about. Just plug it into your computer's USB2/USB3 socket using the supplied cable. My Mac has USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 ports, so I got a separate USB-C to Mini-USB cable (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B08L37R89D) to enable direct connection. A good quality, shielded cable is beneficial to avoid picking up hum.
Operation was instantaneous and flawless. The audio input options for Windows and MacOS offer some simple adjustments but I did not have to touch these. This mic works great with teleconferencing software like Zoom and Skype, and with podcasting software like Zencaster.
Incidentally, you can keep using your existing earphones or headset as I did, as all the software I've tried allows you to select microphone and headset independently.
Between its compact size and gratifying performance, this unit is now part of my traveling kit, and beyond podcast interviews I'll use it for Zoom sessions and Skype and such. Maybe I'll get some "Wow"s there too!