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Features
- VERSATILE: For podcasting, miking vocals, instruments, amplifiers and music recording
- COMPATIBLE: Connect directly or via USB or XLR cables (included). Compatible with Android and iOS devices
- CONVENIENT: High-quality audio with minimal setup, a 3.5mm headphone output for monitoring the recording and computer audio
- QUALITY RECORDING: Cardioid polar pattern picks up sound from in front of the mic, while minimizing ambient noise
- ACCESSORIES: Comes with a mic clip, desktop tripod stand with extension piece, windscreen, XLR cable and USB cable
Description
The Q2U offers both USB and XLR outputs—so you can plug directly into your PC or into a mixer or interface. Great for beginners or evolving creators. A unidirectional (cardioid) dynamic capsule focuses on your voice while rejecting background noise—ideal for less-treated rooms. Built-in headphone output and volume control let you monitor your recording in real time—no latency, no problem. Comes with a tripod stand, mic clip, windscreen, USB cable, and XLR cable—everything you need to start right away.
Recommended Uses For Product: Karaoke, Singing, Video Conference
Brand: SAMSON
Model Name: Q2U
Connectivity Technology: USB
Connector Type: XLR
Special Feature: Stand
Compatible Devices: Audio Interface
Color: Titanium Black
Included Components: amplifier, usb_cable
Polar Pattern: Unidirectional
Connectivity Technology: USB
Connector Type: XLR
Special Feature: Stand
Compatible Devices: Audio Interface
Polar Pattern: Unidirectional
Microphone Form Factor: Handheld
Power Source: Usb Microphone
Number of Batteries: 1 Lithium Ion batteries required.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 70 db
Hardware Platform: PC
Number of Channels: 1
Frequency Response: 50 hertz
Audible Noise: 70 db
Color: Titanium Black
Item Weight: 16 ounces
Item Dimensions: 6.5 x 8.3 x 10.3 inches
Antenna Location: Karaoke, Singing, Video Conference
Brand: SAMSON
Model Name: Q2U
Model Number: SAQ2U
Built-In Media: amplifier, usb_cable
Manufacturer: Samson Technologies
Number of Items: 1
Item Highlight: For recording and podcasting
UPC: 809164022336
Mfr Part Number: SAQ2U
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Top Amazon Reviews
This microphone is an excellent choice for just about any use case. It can connect directly to your PC via USB, or to other professional caliber audio equipment vial the included XLR cable. The video shows the excellent audio response, and gives a quick look at the mic in-hand. It feels substantial, and picks up audio cleanly, with minimal popping.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2026 by Woodrow W. Windischman
I'm in love with my Samson Q2U! It works great for virtual meetings, podcast recording, narration, etc. It's not a professional mic, but it's as close as you can get to one for under $100. The fact that it comes with an XLR cable is just a bonus, the USB connection works waaaaay better than other USB mics I've tried. I recently used a the Fifine Metal Condenser Recording Microphone (best seller on Amazon) and was sadly disappointed. While it worked for audio recordings, it did not work well for live virtual meetings. It kept cutting in and out completely so people only heard half of what I said. I've also used the Mikme silver for recording, which is much more portable and doesn't require any cords. While the Mikme works great for wireless recording to an iPhone, it does not compare to the sound quality of the Samson Q2U and comes at a cost of $300. The only complaint I have with the Samson Q2U is that when I use headphones through the mic to hear my voice and the system audio (other participants, etc.) there is a lot of digital feedback, almost like their is a poor connection. The good news is that none of that sound comes through on the other end (whether you're recording audio or streaming in a live meeting / game). Overall, best mic I've found yet for under a $100.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2020 by Kyle Spitzley
I'm fairly impressed with this microphone. I plugged it into my laptop (a Macbook Air, but running OpenSUSE Tumbleweed because I really dislike MacOS). It was automatically detected and picked as the default input device. I spent a few minutes trying to figure out why sound wasn't coming out before I realized there's an on/off switch. Sigh. Turning it on didn't work. More sigh. Turns out, it needs to be turned on when it's plugged in, then the on/off switch works as a mute just like you'd expect. I've played with it some both as a digital source and an "analog" mic, and it works, again, exactly like you'd expect. It picks up my voice really well, and doesn't pick up any background noise. I'm just in a cluttered office here, not some professional sound studio. I'm simply using USB, not the XLR cable and a real mixer. And it works exceedingly well. It has some real mass to it, so it feels like it's well made. And the volume up/down buttons Just Work on my Linux machine. The audio monitor output also works well; I plugged in my Sennheiser PXC-550 headphones using their wired connection, and not only does all the background noise I can hear (several computers with fans running, etc) go away, but I get what seems to be zero-latency feedback of my voice. I'm quite happy about that. For the fun of it, I moved over to a Windows machine and tested the same - it works just as well there. But who wants to do anything important with Windows? :) Overall, I'm happy with this. Off to record some training material now, and maybe even start up a podcast!
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Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2019 by D. Sauer
The Samson Q2U sounds really good when I tested it in recordings and when chatting with friends on Discord. I have it fully set up and everything on my Desk (as shown in the picture attached). I haven't had any real issues with it since I bought it at the beginning of November 2020 outside of one issue which is the slider to turn it on and off recently not working properly. I've used it a good bit so I don't have to deal with pressing 2 Hotkeys to mute myself on Roll20 and OBS whenever I play D&D with my friends (or in general when I'm feeling precautious of my Mic being on while in classes). The issue itself is basically when I go and slide it to turn Off, it doesn't actually turn Off. The Samson Q2U is still collecting audio from me. From what I can tell, it just attempts to suppress the audio to the best of its ability but without filters, the audio can come through at low volume sounding very faint which is not good since you're not really mute at all obviously. It's mainly apparent if no filters are applied to it through digital means (maybe through Equalizer APO? haven't tried it) and unwanted noise comes in for others to hear. There's a video attached to this review (I hope) that shows how the Microphone sounds like and also a demonstration of what I actually mean by the Microphone issue. Moving on from that, however, because I know some people may be confused by the Audio Jack on the Microphone like I was, the whole purpose is so you can attach headphones to it and it acts as a Playback Device and the Up & Down Arrow act as buttons to mess with the Volume Percentage on your PC in general (even without plugging in the headphones to the Samson Q2U). Nothing more than that but I hear it's more in sync when listening to yourself by plugging it in through there (which I cannot confirm myself). I think it's a good buy but beware of any issues me and others have mentioned since that is something you may come across. Issues mentioned by others however are something I haven't encountered as of yet. If you're not as picky as me, you can try and find the Silver or Grey Version for cheaper on Amazon or another marketplace.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2021 by Rolando Izquierdo
I love this mic it has amazing sound quality and noise cancelation. I use it to stream or just when playing video games with family and friends. Very durable have used it for a about a year now and its amazing and best of all affordable and amazing for the price range. Comes with a usb cable and a Xlr cable Definetly recomend.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2025 by Dia Ynf
Good product easy setup.
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2026 by The cammera is good for the price. warning if you plan on purchasing get a sdcard. The over priced cloud service doesn't even allow you to see video captured from previous day. I have very little video cloud service is a waste of money
I have been using this mic since 2020 and I love it. I have BAD BACKGROUND NOISES with a big family constantly talking in the background. Since this is a dynamic microphone, it usually only records sounds that are close to the mic which makes my zoom, discord calls, and podcasts CRIPSER and REDUCES ALL BACKGROUND NOISES. Not to mention, the versatility of this microphone is amazing as it can also be used for actual low-budget music production, film production, and maybe youtube videos. For this price, it's an amazing mic. THE ONLY ISSUE I have with this mic is that you need a PROPER SET UP in order to get the full mileage out of this mic. Before purchasing, make sure if you're using this for a PC or desktop set up you have the proper space to install either a mic stand or a mic arm. Other than that, I cannot recommend this mic enough if you're on a budget and want a quality mic that can last you a long time.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2023 by miles manner
I’ve had this microphone for 3-4 years and it works perfectly. I only recently purchased another one because of my wife. She has her own PC setup now and she loves the sound and quality of my microphone. It’s better than most other major brands and keeps its quality over time. 3-4 years later and it still sound like I’m in their brains when talking on games and discord. I’d buy another once mine breaks or wears out
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Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2025 by Matt M