I have used microphones for podcasts & work for about 15 years. I've had 2 Blue Yeti, and both ended up not working. My most recent one broke after six months.
Since I've used the Samson the sound is great
and clearer, the tone is better and more natural. This is solid and I'm thrilled to have it! I look forward to using it for years to come.
As you can see in my picture it’s a couple feet from me and picks up sound super well. This is another aspect I like.
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From the manufacturer
From Beginning to End... With One Mic.
The G-Track Pro is a USB microphone designed to provide the high audio quality to podcasters, streamers, singer/songwriters and content creators. The dual 1" condenser capsules capture all the detail and nuance of your voice elevating the quality of your recording, live stream or broadcast. The G-Track Pro combines 24-bit digital recording resolution with the flexibility of three mic pickup pattens and a 1/4" audio input for professional sounding recordings, no matter the application.
- All-in-one professional USB microphone with audio interface
- Dual 1" condenser capsules
- Cardioid, bidirectional and omnidirectional pickup patterns
- 24-bit resolution
- 1/4" instrument input for connecting guitars or line level devices
- 1/8" stereo headphone output for zero-latency monitoring
More Than a Mic
The G-Track Pro is more than just a USB microphone. It's also a high-quality audio interface via a standard 1/4" instrument input. You can easily connect a guitar, bass, keyboard or any line level device to the G-Track Pro. Singer/songwriters can quickly capture vocal and instrument performances simultaneously, or podcasters can add a sub-mixer to record additional hosts and/or guests.
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| 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 |
Customer reviews
Awesome condenser mic for a good price
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2019
After using headsets for more than a decade, I figured it was time to give my setup an upgrade and went with a proper studio mic. The quality on this thing is very good and makes my voice sound sultry smooth. Although I'm not very musically gifted, the audio interface integrated into the mic is a massive plus for anyone looking to get into recording or editing. No substitute for a proper studio setup, but it's a good start for anyone that can't afford the big toys.After spending some time shopping around and comparing sound quality from other similar mics (Blue Yeti, Hyper X, Razer, etc), I found this mic to have the best sound for my tastes. Although it is more pricey than a majority of it's competitors, you get a very high quality and very durable feeling mic. Plus, the audio interface alone makes this an obvious winner compared to others in this price range.Only downsides I can really say are that this thing is more than a bit heavy. If you're using a boom setup like I am, make sure the arm can support at least 5 lbs without folding.Being a condenser mic, I highly recommend getting a shock mount and a pop filter as well because this thing is crazy sensitive and will easily pick up vibrations from typing on a keyboard or even moving the mouse around.If you're buying this mic for gaming like I have, make sure to spend some time messing with the sensitivity. It takes a bit to find a setting that won't pick up every little keyboard clack.
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2019
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Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2022
Since I've used the Samson the sound is great
and clearer, the tone is better and more natural. This is solid and I'm thrilled to have it! I look forward to using it for years to come.
As you can see in my picture it’s a couple feet from me and picks up sound super well. This is another aspect I like.
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This turned out to be great!!
By A Consumer on August 14, 2022
I have used microphones for podcasts & work for about 15 years. I've had 2 Blue Yeti, and both ended up not working. My most recent one broke after six months.By A Consumer on August 14, 2022
Since I've used the Samson the sound is great
and clearer, the tone is better and more natural. This is solid and I'm thrilled to have it! I look forward to using it for years to come.
As you can see in my picture it’s a couple feet from me and picks up sound super well. This is another aspect I like.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2021
Has three different polar patterns - omnidirectional (all around), cardioid (in front) and bidirectional (front and back). Knob is easy to switch between the settings. For 90% of my uses, I'll be sticking with cardioid, but having the options to use this in an interview or when recording a music session is really nice.
Has built in controls for the line in (IT HAS A LINE IN! WOO!), the mic gain, and the monitoring volume (IT HAS A LINE OUT!) Didn't get any lag from mouth to ears, so completely comparable to more expensive mics and much better than expected. No issues with monitoring.
Also has a mute button that is very quiet and easy to press. Probably the coolest built-in feature, though, is the LED. Not only do you know when your mic is powered on (green), but also when it is on mute (orange), AND when you're audio is peaking (red). THAT IS AWESOME.
The sound quality is better than anything within fifty bucks of this price, for sure. My voice is deep and rich without doing anything in post. There's no line noise, no background hum, no clicks or pops. It just picks up what I need and sounds fantastic. The Line In on the back works well and my guitar sounded just fine. Was able to do stereo recording so I had the guitar on one track and my voice on another. Work on each independently in post to get the best possible sound.
This is the same price I paid for the podcast mic I bought a couple years ago and the G-Track Pro just blows it away in every possible way. I love the size, I love the heft, I love the features, and I love the audio. Definitely a sound investment. Pun intended.
Will try to add a video review later so you can hear it in action. Totally impressed.
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SOLID
By Ryno Reviews Stuff on June 7, 2021
This is one BIG microphone. Solid and HEAVY. The base that comes with it is nice and sturdy with a foam rubber bottom. The rest is all metal. I have mine mounted to the SP04 on a hefty arm, though. I like to be able to move it wherever I need it without dragging a cable or having table noise.By Ryno Reviews Stuff on June 7, 2021
Has three different polar patterns - omnidirectional (all around), cardioid (in front) and bidirectional (front and back). Knob is easy to switch between the settings. For 90% of my uses, I'll be sticking with cardioid, but having the options to use this in an interview or when recording a music session is really nice.
Has built in controls for the line in (IT HAS A LINE IN! WOO!), the mic gain, and the monitoring volume (IT HAS A LINE OUT!) Didn't get any lag from mouth to ears, so completely comparable to more expensive mics and much better than expected. No issues with monitoring.
Also has a mute button that is very quiet and easy to press. Probably the coolest built-in feature, though, is the LED. Not only do you know when your mic is powered on (green), but also when it is on mute (orange), AND when you're audio is peaking (red). THAT IS AWESOME.
The sound quality is better than anything within fifty bucks of this price, for sure. My voice is deep and rich without doing anything in post. There's no line noise, no background hum, no clicks or pops. It just picks up what I need and sounds fantastic. The Line In on the back works well and my guitar sounded just fine. Was able to do stereo recording so I had the guitar on one track and my voice on another. Work on each independently in post to get the best possible sound.
This is the same price I paid for the podcast mic I bought a couple years ago and the G-Track Pro just blows it away in every possible way. I love the size, I love the heft, I love the features, and I love the audio. Definitely a sound investment. Pun intended.
Will try to add a video review later so you can hear it in action. Totally impressed.
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Lee
The best USB mic for under £150
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 15, 2019Size: untVerified Purchase
The best USB mic for under £150
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 15, 2019
Iv owned most of the popular USB mic's commonly used by streamers, including the Yeti, Yeti Nano and Rode NT. All of these are great microphones but none were perfect. There were features from all of them that I loved but there was no single mic that rolled all those great features into a single unit, until now!Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 15, 2019
I picked up the Samson G-Track Pro after a recommendation and I can confidently say it's the best USB mic I have personally ever used. It's a little on the pricey side but as an investment it's worth every single penny. Everything you need is on the mic with absolutely no need for software to controll settings.
The front of the mic is where the magic happens with the following controlls:
- 3 way polar pattern switch (figure 8, cardioid & omnidirectional).
- Mono / stereo switch.
- Mute button with LED alert.
- Microphone volume (gain).
- Instrument volume (¼" input).
- Headphone volume.
On the rear of the mic are the following:
- Monitor on / off switch.
- ⅛" headphone input.
- ¼" instrument input.
The body of both the microphone are entirely metal with a very premium feel. It is quite heavy at 1.6kg however I feel that weight is an important factor, especially for those who will be using it as a desktop microphone. The stand is nice,heavy and flat and will stay exactly where you put it which was the biggest issue with the Rode NT due to its plastic tripod style design. The stand also uses permanent grip hinges which allows full, secure adjustment without manually needing to adjust screw caps in order to rotate the mic into a preferable position. This makes quick adjustments much easier than the others which is very useful whilst in the middle of a stream.
The buttons and potentiometers all feel perfect too. Some reviewer's have mentioned that they feel "sloppy" however I found the complete opposite. The pots all had lovely smooth movement making it very easy to make smaller adjustments unlike others which have much tighter pots. The mute button does not click when you turn it on or off which I preferred as click type buttons often require more pressure and can move the mic if you don't hold it whilst pressing. This is not an issue with the G-Track Pro, the button is nice and easy to push but not too easy that you would press it accidentally. The LED light above the button also changes colour to alert you that mute is enabled. The slide switches on the device are also perfect and sit firmly in their selected positions. One of the biggest issues I had with the Yeti Nano was that I would keep accidentally changing the polar pattern every time I tried to adjust its position.
Specifications:
- Dual back electret condenser.
- 50Hz-60Hz frequency response.
- 96kHz sample rate.
- +6dB FS/PA sensitivity (all polar patterns).
- 25mm diaghragm width, 3 micron diaphragm thickness.
Another great thing to mention is the USB type B connection on the base of the mic. This nice and chunky connection in my opinion is far superior to the micro USB type connection found on the Yeti's. I can't even count the amount of times I have had power issues with the Yeti due to how loose and sloppy the micro USB would get after a while.
There is no software included with this mic, everything you need is on the unit, making this really quick and easy to setup without needing to download and create accounts with softwares in order to access necessary features.
Verdict:
If you are looking for a premium quality mic, are willing to invest £150 and want something that can handle any job you need it for then look no further. Samson has taken everything good from all it's competitors, removed everything bad and mixed it all up into one perfect hybrid device. Buy it and never look back.
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Mr. Daniel J. Walker
Great microphone especially for the price, but be mindful of its few quirks.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 8, 2019Size: untVerified Purchase
Mr. A. J. Brown
The Best USB Microphone I've Ever Used
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 15, 2018Size: untVerified Purchase
N. Walton
Excellent sound quality, and very solid!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 25, 2020Size: untVerified Purchase
David
return takes for ever
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 18, 2022Size: untVerified Purchase
