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Samson Meteor Mic USB Studio Microphone (Titanium Black)
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Brand | Samson Technologies |
Polar Pattern | Unidirectional |
Color | Titanium Black |
Connector Type | USB |
Connections | USB |
Hardware Platform | PC, Tablet |
Item Weight | 0.2 Kilograms |
Power Source | USB\,AC |
About this item
- Large (25mm) diaphragm condenser for rich audio recording
- Cardioid pickup pattern
- Smooth, flat frequency response of 20Hz-20kHz
- CD quality, 16-bit, 44.1/48kHz resolution
- Fold-back leg design provides optimal mic positioning
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Meteor Mic
Portable USB studio microphone for recording, podcasting and streaming

Break On Through.
Meteor Mic is a portable USB studio condenser microphone for recording directly on your computer. Perfect for your home studio, Meteor Mic is also ideal for podcasting, music recording, gaming, Skype or streaming. With Meteor Mic, you can make incredible recordings that are out of this world. Producing rich audio recording for any application, Meteor Mic has one of the largest condenser diaphragms of any USB mic available. Its cardioid pickup pattern, smooth frequency response and 16-bit, 44.1/48kHz resolution give you professional audio results no matter what you're recording.
Specifications:
- Element Type: 1" (25mm) Condenser
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid (unidirectional)
- Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz
- Max SPL: 120dB
- Bit Depth: 16-bit; Sample Rate: 44.1kHz/48kHz
- USB Digital I/O
- Headphone Output: 1/8" (3.5mm)
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Preferred For PodcastingMeteor Mic is designed to allow you to sound your best wherever your projects take you. The fold-back leg design allows the microphone to be easily transported anywhere and to perfectly position the microphone when you are ready to record. An integrated mic stand adapter on the bottom of the microphone enables it to be mounted to a boom arm or desktop stand. |
Take Control of Your RecordingThe microphone features an 1/8" headphone output for zero-latency monitoring of the sound captured by the microphone as well as the audio from your computer. A headphone volume knob give you complete control over the mix. A microphone mute switch gives you audio privacy while video conferencing. |
Making The MagicFor multimedia creators, Meteor Mic brings amazing studio-quality audio to your project. The 1" condenser capsule captures the nuance and detail of your voice. It offers plug-and-play operation with no driver installation, and even works with iPhones and iPads via Apple's Lightning to USB Camera Adapter or Android devices via a Host OTG cable. Whether you are at home or on a remote, Meteor Mic will give your words clarity and impact. |


About Samson
Samson Technologies began in 1980 as a pioneer in wireless microphone technology. Today, Samson is an industry leader in professional audio solutions whose products are known for their fidelity and reliability. Samson products are preferred by recording artists, performers, educators and audio professionals throughout the world.
- Large, 25mm diaphragm USB studio condenser microphone
- USB bus powered via Mac, PC or iPad, plug-and-play, no driver installation required
- Cardioid (unidirectional) pickup pattern
- 1/8" stereo headphone output with level control for zero-latency monitoring
- Headphone volume control with microphone mute switch
- Fold-back leg design provides optimal mic positioning
- Three-color Power, Peak and Mute indicator
- Includes USB cable and carry pouch
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Go Mic | Q2U | Meteor Mic | C01U Pro | Samson Satellite | G-Track Pro | |
Type | Side Address Condenser | End Address Dynamic | Side Address Condenser | Side Address Condenser | Side Address Condenser | Side Address Condenser |
Cardioid | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Omnidirectional | ✓ | - | - | - | ✓ | ✓ |
Bidirectional | - | - | - | - | ✓ | ✓ |
Zero-Latency Headphone Monitoring | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Headphone Level Control | - | ✓ | ✓ | - | ✓ | ✓ |
Additional Analog Input | - | - | - | - | - | ✓ |
Output | USB | USB & XLR | USB | USB | USB / iOS | USB |
Mounting Options | Laptop Monitor, Desktop, Mic Stand | Desktop (includes tripod stand and mic clip), Boom Arm, Mic Stand | Desktop (fold-back legs), Boom Arm, Mic Stand | Desktop (includes tripod stand), Shockmount, Boom Arm, Mic Stand | Desktop (fold-back legs), Boom Arm, Mic Stand | Desktop (includes desk stand), Shockmount, Boom Arm, Mic Stand |
Frequency Response | Cardioid: 80Hz–18kHz; Omni: 20Hz–20kHz | 20Hz–18kHz | 20Hz–20kHz | 20Hz–18kHz | 20Hz–20kHz | 50Hz–20kHz |
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Product description



Meteor Mic is the universal solution for recording music on your computer. Perfect for your home studio, Meteor Mic is also ideal for Skype, iChat or voice recognition software. With Meteor Mic, you can make incredible recordings that are out of this world.



Solid and Sound
Producing rich audio recording for any application, Meteor Mic has one of the largest condenser diaphragms (25mm) of any USB mic available. Its cardioid pickup pattern, smooth frequency response and 16-bit, 44.1/48kHz resolution give you professional audio results no matter what you're recording.
Meteor Mic's chrome-plated body includes a fold-back leg design that looks amazing on your desktop. And the legs adjust to the optimal position for any recording application from acoustic guitars to vocals or speech.
A stereo 1/8-inch headphone output for no latency monitoring and headphone volume knob give you complete control. A microphone mute switch gives you audio privacy while video conferencing. Samson has integrated a mic stand adapter into the bottom so you can mount the Meteor Microphone on a boom or desktop stand.
Since there's no need for drivers, you can start recording right out of the box on any computer. And Meteor Mic is compatible with most computer-based digital audio workstations. A USB cable and carry pouch are also included.
Take Your Music to the Other Side
For singer/songwriters or a band looking to capture a jam session right on a computer, Meteor Mic ensures you get every note. Its cardioid pickup pattern captures pristine vocals or can be used to close-mic an instrument or guitar amplifier.
Meteor Mic Meets iPad Meets GarageBand
Unlike other USB mics that require a powered USB hub, Meteor Mic plugs right into your iPad with Apple's USB connector. It's never been easier to start recording.
Making the Magic
For multimedia creators, Meteor Mic brings amazing audio quality to voiceovers. If you're adding narration to a company video, or even your home movies, Meteor Mic will give your words clarity and impact. You can even use Meteor Mic to narrate PowerPoint presentations.
Preferred for Podcasting
As podcasting continues to grow in popularity, creators need both audio quality and ease of use. Meteor Mic can help you wow your listeners and set yourself apart in a crowded podcasting community.
Meteor Mic is a unique, all-in-one solution that lets you make great recordings on your computer, so you always make an impact.
About Samson
Samson Technologies began in 1980 as a pioneer in wireless microphone technology. Today, Samson is an industry leader in professional audio solutions whose products are known for their fidelity and reliability. Samson products are preferred by recording artists, performers, educators and audio professionals throughout the world.
In the early '90s, Samson began to expand the reach of their audio products through the development of power amplifiers, mixers, wired microphones and signal processors. In 2005, the first professional USB microphones to be used by musicians, broadcasters and podcast enthusiasts were introduced, making Samson USB microphones the new industry standard. Over three decades, Samson has grown from a small two-person operation to a worldwide enterprise, dedicated to innovating new products that will enhance the lives of music and broadcast professionals everywhere.
Product information
Color:Titanium Black | Style:Studio MicrophoneItem Weight | 7 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 5 x 3 x 6 inches |
Domestic Shipping | Item can be shipped within U.S. |
International Shipping | This item can be shipped to select countries outside of the U.S. Learn More |
ASIN | B00FQE337M |
Item model number | SAMTRTB |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank |
#1,007 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
#39 in Multipurpose Condenser Microphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 7, 2013 |
Color Name | Titanium Black |
Connector Type | USB |
Hardware Platform | PC, Tablet |
Power Source | USB\,AC |
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Top reviews from the United States
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To better organize my opinion of this product I will write a list of the good and the bad
Pros:
-Sound quality and sensitivity. Sound is picked up very well up front and also captures background voices pretty well without having to speak up.
-Build quality and finish. This product feels very sturdy. The legs hold their position well without being too difficult to adjust.
-Mute button is very handy which can be overlooked on a lot of other mics in this price range. The LED works well as an indicator if the mic is live or not. There is a drawback to this design which I will mention in the Cons section.
-Storage case feels nice and does what its suppose to but is slightly too small to fit both the mic and 5ft USB cable comfortably.
Cons:
-The leg on the back has to be in the lowered position for the mic to be plugged in. Its not likely that many people will have a problem with the but if you use the threaded stand mount I can see it being annoying.
-Placement of the headphone 3.5mm jack seems bad if you need to plug in the device while in use as it is directly above the USB input on the back of the unit.
-The mute button picks up quite a bit of noise when pressed in use
-There seems to be significant interference between the digital input and analog monitor. So there is a bit of noise in the headphones when in use. This may be an issue with the levels but I havent figured out how to make it stop yet.
-And the most annoying thing to me personally is the volume control for the monitor. There is significant resistance in the knob from turning. So you almost always need 2 hands to adjust this. It also doesnt protrude enough in my opinion. As a person with very short nails I find it difficult to adjust the knob. It picks up so much noise from the fiddling involved that you cant realistically adjust this while recording.
Even with the caveats of this product I would still recommend it. Although I think the price could be better I think this product is superior to its competition.
Let me start of by saying I love how small this mic is. I mean it's really small. My old Yeti was a bit cumbersome because it was big and I often had to clear space on my desk to set it up. This Samson mic is small and doesn't require nearly as much space. I think it would be great for a portable mic.
I also appreciate the fact that it comes with a really long cable. Far too often do you get short cables with electronics which sucks.
I'm using Windows 10 and the mic was instantly ready to use. No fuss. I also powered up my PS4 to see if it would work with it and it DOES.
The quality of the mic is slightly better than my Blue Yeti. The Yeti produced a faint hum in my recordings is isn't present in the Samson. It's a bit more bass than the Yeti which is nice. My voice is more clear and pronounced. So for me, this mic is actually better than my old Yeti which I paid a little over a hundred dollars for.
A physical mute switch is a must for me and it's nice and clicky on this mic. It also doesn't make a loud sound when you click it.
The built in headphone jack is also a must for me so I can listen to what I'm saying. So I like that and the volume wheel.
I'll miss the gain and polar options on my Blue Yeti, but I did not use them that much and I can control gain via software.
So all in all, I am very happy with this mic and would highly recommend it if you're looking for something good and easy to use.
Top reviews from other countries

Appena ne ho avuto l'occasione, ho acquistato questo Samson Meteor!
La sua qualità è rinomata e non sarà di certo la mia recensione a farvelo conoscere, ma ci tengo comunque a dire la mia su questo prodotto.
Un buon microfono che registri audio di qualità, è la cosa FONDAMENTALE per chiunque intraprenda l'avventura di recensore-videomaker-youtuber-podcaster... Anche più importante della qualità video!
Questo Meteor, per un costo veramente ridicolo in proporzione alla qualità dei materiali e sonora che garantisce, è il microfono usb migliore che si possa desiderare per cominciare a comprendere cosa vuol dire veramente il termine "record".
E' un plug-n-play e di conseguenza ha una facilità di utilizzo disarmante, infatti basta semplicemente inserire la presa usb nell'apposito ingresso sul PC ed è pronto a registrare.
Non richiede alimentazione esterna!
E' munito di un pulsante On/off posto nel frontale, oltre ad un led che ne indica lo stato e la piccola manopola per regolare il volume.
Nella parte posteriore, è invece presente l'ingresso jack per l'inserimento delle cuffie, in modo da sentire in diretta cosa si registra (una feature essenziale)
E' dotatodi 3 gambe-treppiedi regolabili (visibili in foto) e di un ingresso a vite posto nella parte inferiore, per poterlo collegare ad un braccio o aste.
Parlando dell'audio, c'è poco da dire... Vi basti sapere che c'è la qualità di un buon condensatore, c'è un'ottima potenza del suono e il rumore di sottofondo è veramente minimo (e facilmente removibile in fase di editing).
Per il resto, se cercate un buon microfono che desiderate vi accompagni a lungo nelle vostre avventure senza spendere uno sproposito, vi consiglio a pieni voti questo Samson Meteor.
Se vi sono stato utile, valutate questa mia opinione/recensione come tale. Grazie.

All in all I'm very satisfied with what this microphone does.
The reason for four stars instead of five. Firmware, and support, or lack of it within the UK.
I experienced the red light syndrome associated with these microphones. This means, on a Mac, that the mic is only recognised as an Advanced USB Device and not as the Samson Meteor Microphone. Though the microphone still functioned as per usual on Skype for example, as I use dictation quite a bit this was a nightmare as I had to re-input the microphone as an input source, and it went from being an approved device, to an unknown device.
Nightmare.
Trawling through Samson's own website I found nothing. I then went to Youtube and found very little until stumbling onto a video in Italian which featured a page on Samson's website I'd never seen before.
This only offers a Windows solution, so as I have a Mac I gave the microphone to a friend, who followed all the instructions, returning me with a Microphone with a blue light! The mic is now recognised by my system again, and it's all sorted.
Google 'Meteor Mic Fix for Windows' and choose the first result, if you want to fix the red light issue and return to blue heaven. For those with specific Windows 10 issues, you'll also find a link on the Samson page to another with instructions.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 3, 2017
All in all I'm very satisfied with what this microphone does.
The reason for four stars instead of five. Firmware, and support, or lack of it within the UK.
I experienced the red light syndrome associated with these microphones. This means, on a Mac, that the mic is only recognised as an Advanced USB Device and not as the Samson Meteor Microphone. Though the microphone still functioned as per usual on Skype for example, as I use dictation quite a bit this was a nightmare as I had to re-input the microphone as an input source, and it went from being an approved device, to an unknown device.
Nightmare.
Trawling through Samson's own website I found nothing. I then went to Youtube and found very little until stumbling onto a video in Italian which featured a page on Samson's website I'd never seen before.
This only offers a Windows solution, so as I have a Mac I gave the microphone to a friend, who followed all the instructions, returning me with a Microphone with a blue light! The mic is now recognised by my system again, and it's all sorted.
Google 'Meteor Mic Fix for Windows' and choose the first result, if you want to fix the red light issue and return to blue heaven. For those with specific Windows 10 issues, you'll also find a link on the Samson page to another with instructions.


weder habe ich Probleme mit dem Pegeln, noch mit Rauschen oder Hintergrundgeräuschen. Zum "normalen" Headset Mikro ist das eine deutliche Verbesserung.
Ich muss allerdings gestehen, dass ich den Tisch-Ständer nicht so gut finde. Es ist mir aber erst im nachhinein bewusst geworden.
Zum Hintergrund - Ich benutze das Mikro für die Kommunikation beim PC-Spielen und Streamen. Hier verwende ich eine mechanische Tastatur, deren Klick-Geräusche "etwas" lauter sind, als bei herkömmlichen Tastaturen.
Stellt man nun das Mikrofon auf den Tisch, steht es unmittelbar in der Nähe der Tastatur, gleichzeitig aber relativ weit vom Mund weg. Das Klicken der Tastatur nun weg zu pegeln ist schier unmöglich, außer man möchte sich schreiend, mit seinem Team/Zuschauern verständigen.
Die Lösung ist hier recht simpel - Ich habe mir einen Mikrofonarm geholt und positioniere damit das Mikro direkt vor meinem Mund. Das ist durchaus komfortabel und sinnvoll. Man könnte nun, wenn man auf hohem Niveau jammern möchte, anmerken, das die Füße des Mikrofons dämlich zur Seite stehen, da sie hoch geklappt die Aufnahmequalität doch einschränken. Das ist aber ein rein kosmetisches Thema. Theoretisch könnte man die Füße ja auch abschrauben, aber wer will das schon?

The first that'll jump to your eyes is how pleasant it is to look at it and use it. It feels like a premium product without the price tag. It's very sturdy and it won't slip through your desk. Very easily to transport due to the fact it's feet are fully foldable over its body.
I personally love the fact you can control the input volume using the physical wheel slider, which surrounds the on/off button (a very handy feature in it's own right).
It's been a rock solid addition to my setup for a long time and it blows regular built-in mics on headphones out of the water. I have it placed between my keyboard and monitor, about 70-80cm from my face and the speech sounds excellent and natural. I don't need to speak louder or alter my posture at all.
I've got it for so long and reliable that I forget it's even there.
Great product and a steal at this price point. Get yours here.

I recommend attaching it to a boom stand or similar, and then install VB-Cable and Voicemeeter Banana (totally free) and play around with the settings!
It's a little rough around the edges and picks up a bit too much background noise with default settings, but if you use the above software you can get an almost identical sound to Blue Yeti and save yourself £50-60! Besides i's much smaller and lighter.
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