Samson Q3 Owner's Manual

Also see for Q2: Specification sheet

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4Q2 / Q3 FeaturesThe Samson Q2 and Q3 microphones utilize state-of-the-artmicrophone technology and are engineered to the finest detail.Here are some of their main features:• High energy rare earth Neodymium element delivers high outputand exceptional sound quality.• Transformerless design enables extended low frequencies andreduces low frequency distortion.• Tight polar patterns minimize feedback problems and effectivelyreject signals not originating directly in front of the mic capsule.• Full range frequency response for optimum reproduction of vocalsand instruments with an exceptionally clear, crisp sound.• Vertical porting that works to remove standing wave distortion.• Extremely lightweight aluminum humbucking voice coil eliminatesmagnetic field interference and provides true hum rejection right atthe source while delivering extended high frequencies.• Unique triple-plated multi-stage windscreen enables “up-close”usage and greatly reduces pops, sibilance and onstage noise.• Special shock-mounting allows multi-axis movement of the micelement in order to greatly reduce handling noise.• Rugged zinc-casting, silicon anti-dent ring and gold-platedXLR connector ensures reliable performance in even the mostdemanding environments.• Switchable 10 dB pad enables use with high sound pressure level(SPL) signal sources such as drums or amplified instruments.• Switchable 12 dB / octave high pass filter (HPF) tuned to 80 Hz foreliminating rumble.• Lightweight and compact, the Q2 can be mounted on any standardmicrophone stand (using the included mic clip) or can be easilyhandheld for long periods without inducing fatigue. Equallycompact, the Q3 mounts directly on a mic stand (no clip required)and rotates mechanically 90° for optimum placement—particularlyhandy when miking large drum kits on small stages!• Included foam-lined carrying case and Euro metric mic standadapter.