Samson: Satellite USB Microphone

Samson Satellite is a broadcast-quality USB/iOS microphone designed for capturing high-definition audio on your computer, iPhone or iPad. As an essential piece to any streamer, podcaster or content creator's recording setup,Satellite offers plug-and-play operation, 24-bit/96kHz audio, three selectable pickups patterns and a fold-back leg design in a highly-portable package.

Satellite features two premium 16mm condenser capsules that capturevocal warmth and clarity with a smooth, accurate frequency response. An internal shockmount isolates the capsules from the body of the microphone, minimizing handling noise or sounds caused by vibrations andtablerumble.

Offering three selectable pickup patterns for handling a variety of recording applications, The cardioid setting is perfect for streaming, vocal performances, single host podcasts or Skype. For conference callsor multi-person interviews where many people are around a table, select the omnidirectional setting. The figure-8 (bidirectional) setting is great for 2-person interviews.

With zero-latency direct monitoring from its 1/8""(3.5mm) headphone jack, Satellite produces no delay between the audio you're recording and the audio you're hearing. Its Monitor switch allows you to turn off direct monitoring while still hearing the audio back from yourcomputer.

USB/iOS broadcast microphone
Dual 16mm condenser capsules
Selectable cardioid (unidirectional), bidirectional and omnidirectional pickup pattern
Plugs directly into Mac, PC, iPhone or iPad
Idealfor streaming, podcasting, gaming, VoIP, voiceover work and recording music
24-bit/96kHz resolution
Smooth, flat frequency response of 20Hz–20kHz
1/8" stereo headphone output with level control forzero-latency monitoring
Microphone mute switch
Fold-back leg design provides optimal mic positioning
Includes Lightning to USB Micro and USB to USB Micro cables

Specifications

Element Type: Electretcondenser
Diaphragm Width/Thickness: 16mm/3 microns
Polar Pattern: Cardioid (unidirectional), bidirectional, omnidirectional
Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz
Sensitivity (all polar patterns) -3dB FS @ 80dB