Samson G-Track Pro USB Mic & Interface Review / Test

[@evileyevirtue]

Pros: you can club someone over the head and steal their sm7b. Cons: no sticker...

[@Up_All_Night]

Using this to steal an SM7B seems like trading down.

[@Aurosai]

@@Up_All_Night definitely

[@comaodinsson3893]

Wow, this mic sounds really good.

[@koffeetechshow]

Coma Odinsson yeah, I've been using it for like a week now just testing it and honestly it's great

[@ryanchungus8972]

@@koffeetechshow got it today, damn bro it's fire

[@vuro8378]

ryanknowstecmobowl do you recommend a purchase of it?

[@thegrimreaper270]

vuro yes unless u want something better and depends on your budget

[@ryanchungus8972]

@@vuro8378 sorry yeah I do. If you're wanting to get into music, def.

[@carstati]

I found my mic! Thanks for always making great reviews! I was back and forth between not spending a lot on the Neewer NW-3U or investing in this and getting better audio. After listening to them both side-by-side I decided this is the mic for me! Everything about it just screams "YES!" :D

[@alexandrumacedon291]

how is the background noise with it ?

[@Marshark50]

you probably have kids now but how was the mic?

[@carstati]

@@Marshark50 do not have kids yet but mic is good. I've been using it for a few years and haven't felt the need for an upgrade with what I use it for (made lots of KZbin videos and music with it)

[@iteachvader]

I just nabbed one of these from Walmart for only $97 on clearance!

[@SurvivorToHero]

Seems better then the Yeti

[@SBinKMedia]

It has higher digital potential. Yeti is easier and sounds better out of the box. It's like a mid range camera and a professional camera. It's about who's using it.

[@YonkoChris]

than

[@beastmodeanime4144]

It is better..

[@timook7797]

@@beastmodeanime4144 yeah better than the blue yeti x even, i just dont like the fact thats the frequency response is 50hz-20khz

[@SeanWarnick]

@@timook7797 it's a shame he didn't mention it but that 50 to 20000 references the flat section of the frequency response. If you look at the actual diagram it is far superior to the blue yeti which boast 20 to 20000 but is all jumpy and pathetic.

[@americanbystandard]

how is your sound so clear? I just got my G Track Pro 2 days ago and it sounds very muffled and quite. I hope I fucked up somewhere and it's an easy fix, otherwise I will have to return this microphone.

[@osistalens]

maybe your mic is not positioned the right way thats why it sounds muffled? can u update me if it is still sounds bad?

[@mitlanderson]

@@osistalens they're probably using the wrong polar pattern or not facing it correctly

[@maschiroib.1692]

Why can't ALL review be this practical and in-depth? Holy cow! It's not that hard, folks; just watch this video and LEARN how to make a REAL review. No fluff talk, no unnecessary 10-min vids to monetize crap... Kudos, man. Probably the best review vid I've seen in years.

[@evilzombie]

That sounded surprisingly good for a multi pattern mic. Great song as always. Looking forward to your podcast on Monday

[@johnjackson8902]

It's probably the 1-inch~ capsules.

[@johnjackson8902]

This thing is definitely better than the Yeti (since I'm sure a lot of people will ask about that). This has a nice tone to it without sounding muffled or what I call "scratchy" (don't know the correct term, but like a headset mic or smartphone mic where the audio has a noticeable hiss and thinness). The Blue Yeti (the standard USB only version) has both of those issues in every test I've heard. It's still not as crisp sounding as a decent XLR mic, but it's a nice middle ground since it's better than most popular USB mics. I think this is a bit nicer sounding than the C01U as well. Plus, you know, it says it has 1-inch capsules which is definitely a plus since most multipattern USB mics use 16mm capsules.

[@Jubbano]

I have it, but I stupidly adjusted the settings and it’s super terrible now.

[@crazyBloodmonkey]

seems pretty good i have a samson meteor mic it's pretty good but i think you probably shouldn't spend more than 100 dollars on a usb mic so i'll probably just stick to my plan of upgrading to an at2020 xlr whenever i get the money lol

[@diabl834]

@Podcastage Which one is better-Samson G-Track Pro or Rode Nt USB?

[@BayanChacra]

The gtrack pro can record 24bit not like other usb mics like the yeti or at2020 or the Rode nt usb

[@nhm1069]

Thanks for the review. I recently got one of these and the difference in quality is incredible.

[@cyberherbalist]

I was trying to evaluate this microphone at Best Buy and could not decide if I should spring for it, but your review prompted me to go ahead and go for it. Wow! The audio quality is much better than I was expecting! You know how Amazon usually has a better price than the store? Well in this case Amazon wanted about $40 more that Best Buy, so I got it at BB for $99.99. Thanks for your review, which was excellent! Subscribed!

[@tomz58]

I have had my Samson G-Track Pro mic for 2-3 years now. Because of it's heavy weight and bulkiness, I experimented with other mics: the FiFine k678, it was noisy as HELL just like the Yeti. I also tried the Maono mic which feels cheap and sounds just ok, so I use it for my podcast. As a VO person I want something which is well balanced, durable, professional. So for all you USB haters out there, give it a try...I'm sticking with my Samson G-Track Pro, thank you.

[@tristannn808]

which maono mic have u tested?

[@tomz58]

@@tristannn808 It came in a box with pop filter, cheap scissors arm... sorry don't know the model number.. I now use a new Pyle USB mic which is superior to all my others...using a good fine mic for my podcast. Best of luck to you.

[@tristannn808]

@@tomz58 i just watched one of ur vids and u sound great! thank you for the recommendation 😁

[@Пользователь-ш2ю8т]

What’s better RODE NT-USB or Samson G-track Pro?

[@Hardwarebbq]

When you expect stickers but no stickers!

[@luke-iy2hk]

Hardware BBQ i

[@ggdave6287]

I have my mic set to cardioid and it still picks up sound all around the room

[@SurveyingStudy]

I think that's because it's a condenser instead of a dynamic

[@elkoalah]

.I need your help! I dont know if Blue Yeti X or This samson g track pro? Sorry its me again .haha

[@joeswanson6966]

Samson all day. Yeti picks up too much noise

[@rj7224]

Samson

[@alexandrumacedon291]

samson

[@Aurosai]

I just ordered mine, it will be here by tommorow!!!! I've been saving for 3 months

[@honkhonkler7732]

Almost everything Samson makes is great for the price. I bought a pair of their studio reference headphones fully expecting to be disappointed. I wasn't. Best cans I've heard south of $150. They only cost $30. Their dynamic mic with the interchangeable capsules is fucking awesome at $40 as well.

[@adambischoff8581]

People who are defending the Yeti are not paying attention to Samsons specs. Compare the two ans Gtrack wins.Samson records with better tones and its great for singing.

[@fmesj]

Nice review...When you going to review the new Samson Q9u broadcaster dynamic microphone.

[@danboud8135]

Liked for the Menace 2 Society reference alone

[@yungpassport7897]

I missed that, timestamp?

[@marcelrosvar]

How to install it?? Help me please🙏🏼 I can’t use it

[@Abuazzobeer]

Thank you, Nice Review Please, Can you tell what is the best Rode NT-USB or G-Track Pro Also, What is main difference between them?

[@Aurosai]

There are videos on why but The better one is G Track Pro.

[@JeremyMcCant]

This, the audio technica at2020, or Rode Nt usb? I'm really looking for an upgrade from my blue snowball mic.

[@mmike855]

Same! What did you go with?

[@dest1ny690]

love your reviews. always very straight forward, no messin around

[@CheGuSyaifulOfficial]

Dude i realy want the G track pro. Where to buy it? I'm from indonesia. Pelase

[@marcelrosvar]

How to install it? Pls I can’t use it

[@acspectator8636]

Microphone companies, take notes on the cons. Make sure to test your condenser mics for and make your mics better at background noise rejection!

[@PumpkinSeed17]

Wow, what a wonderful review, especially when compared to your prior review of the original G-Track GM1U. This one sounds much richer\deeper (the original has a thin sound), more sensitive\louder, and has a much quieter preamp! Too bad the omni pattern sounds bad\weird and the bi-polar drops some of the richness. Great job Samson, and Great job, Podcastage! Thank you! :) Subscribed ;)

[@brianginn1993]

OMG, you have helped me immensely! I have owned this for two years and did not know about the ability to use it for computer speakers. In fact, I thought it was dumb when sometimes it would "switch" automatically when I plugged it in but you explained it-I have to put the 3.5 into the Samson back and then the volume knob no from of it controls it@ Nice. Thank you. Fun.

[@thewagonadreambylewis]

No really; that was a great performance you did with the guitar and singing. I have this same microphone; I was using it wrong lol your video was clear and understandable. Let me break in this 4 year old 2020 mic I’ve been using as a door stopper lol Ps: I just hate how it picks up the whole room of sounds (now I know why)

[@Bryan-xw8eb]

When I plug my headset on and my microphone would think it's too loud and I have to put it like the lowest volume and it would still think its too loud and it also beeps

[@HoeplessAlexis]

Just unplug it (from the mic itself, not the pc) and then plug it back in My mic would do the same thing when I first got it and my friends said I sounded like a robot 😂

[@maninironmask7925]

Would you pick the G Track Pro over the Audio Technica At2020 Usb + ?

[@bybod]

Sing about tacos

[@danmagoo]

Haven't used this one for a while, but this morning I am using it to try out my new Elgato Low Profile boom arm and it really works great. You do need this mic closer to your mouth than the built-in stand will put it (unless you're really short, or have a very high desk!), and this Elgato arm is a good match for it. Really nice sounding.

[@-AnnaDeWitt-]

I just got this mic but it doesnt really pic up my voice unless i have it REALLY loud on the imput. Do you have any idea why?? I'm highkey frustrated rn oof.

[@billbarney8584]

Had the same problem and contacted their warranty folks. They finally provided an RMA # to send it back for repair/replacement. It's been 3 weeks and I'm still waiting, although their customer service dept. has reached out 2x to ask me if I was satisfied. We'll see if they can get it resolved.

[@1MaticAceCombat7]

The samson g track pro is much better on back round noise than the yeti, it's incredible when it comes to back round noise.

[@RealJasonFutch]

Just purchased this mic for myself and my cohost! Also added a shock mount and pop screen for it as well! Looking forward to using this!

[@MerlinusAmbrosius45]

I just got this for Christmas and now I’m hyped to get started on my podcast and music stuff

[@nickleggiere1774]

The Daily Fortnut same here, idk if it can connect to xbox

[@MerlinusAmbrosius45]

Nick Leggiere It should be able to

[@nickleggiere1774]

The Daily Fortnut i don’t know how

[@MerlinusAmbrosius45]

Nick Leggiere plug the usb in and there should be a setting where you can use it in your Xbox settings

[@nickleggiere1774]

The Daily Fortnut *says

[@BaktaBak3]

Got this mic for virtual open mic's . Just what I needed & wanted for good guitar / vocal sound on Zoom / livestreams

[@FLOODOFSINS]

"Could be used as a freakin weapon", in for one! Will you testify at my murder trial when they ask about the durability of this mic? Also how's the warranty on this mic. I'll try to clean off any blood but.

[@KIBRG-v9c]

Мой новый микрофон! Хотелось бы услышать сравнение с Neumann U87AI.

[@lefyzee]

I got an sp04 shock mount and I am trying to find out what kind of boom arm or mic stand will work for this mic. Any suggestions?

[@danmagoo]

The Rode PSA1 holds it fine, but this mic so heavy (even without a shock mount) that you might want to go instead with the Blue Compass.

[@ggdave6287]

Better then Audio Technica at2020 USB?

[@michaelmarino1360]

Great Video! It doesn't appear to have an on/off switch. My fear is the light will burn out leaving it on 24/7. Thoughts

[@MICKYLEAKSMGR-PRESIDENTCJWORLD]

Please Could You do a Thorough Compare Video of the Samson G-Track Pro vs the Q9U with Your Freestyle Green Day&Blink 182 Type Songs! Without Too Much Jarring Electric Guitar! Man! The Acoustic Guitar Pieces Sound so Clean Crisp and Awesome in Your Videos! Is it the Performance of the Audio Interface MORE than the Actual Brilliance of the Mics? Be Honest! Lol As Always!👍🏼🙏🏼 Lyrics a Problem?🤔🤷🏽‍♂️Oh Well... 🎶🥁🎸🗣️🎤 I'm Archangel Michael Battling Evil All Alone My Injured Legs EMP DEW'd Turning Into Freakin' Bone UN Learning Laws in French Moan! When I've Filed Cases in English Baritone Groaning in Pain Even Cussing on Rosetta Stone! When Will This WORLD END?! I Just Wanna GO HOME!!! I'm Okay! No Seriously! I'm Alright!😂

[@clinchin2k862]

I just bought this mic but I think its defected because I sound deeper than I usually do this is very frustrating because it was new I did many test on audacity and voice recording aslo I have to unplug and plug in to make things sound normal if I don't unplug and plug in any audio I hear will sound deep or heavy

[@Podcastage]

you should contact samson. That sounds like am issue.

[@haileyhendricks4879]

What kind of mic stand is @podcastage using? Looking for a stand or boom arm to hold this mic.

[@EhrgeizTV]

Hailey Hendricks Same.

[@DeactivatedCharcoal]

Thank you demonstrating how it sounds from different distances. Some reviewers don't tell you the distance and the mic itself is on a table "somewhere" in front of them, but you can't see where that is.

[@oaktree1628]

Awesome review. Great job, very through. Haven’t seen any done better.

[@hanta8475]

i just got this so im watching a review

[@Coyote_Man]

Trying to see if I should get this or the AT2020 for streaming/videos

[@xeldinn86]

I decided to buy a RODE NT1-A. It's a nice mic!

[@ManuelMijaresCh]

Have you ever considered reviewing one of those ASMR microphones with plastic ears? They seem to be really popular with Twitch and KZbinrs that do ASMR, Thank You.

[@Up_All_Night]

Manuel Mijares I can’t wait to see him doing the Bandrew Says podcast with a 3Dio Free Space mic.

[@rollo1207]

This was a fantastic review, thank you!

[@Emillices]

Hey, Bandrew! I'm voting for a blue raspberry. And i'm already check without the poll.

[@pavewayproductions3800]

Good review, told me everything I needed to know about this mic. You hit all my use cases, keep up the good work.

[@horchatakevin]

Wish they had a XLR version 😔

[@vorp8958]

Hey bro can you recommend me a cheap boom arm that can hold this and a good pop filter pls. I was gonna go with the blue yeti but I think this is better. It will cost me alot more but it would be my first mic ever so if you have a better recommendation for an upcoming youtuber and streamer that would be great. Thank you and i love your videos

[@butts4653]

You ever get yourself a boom arm?

[@PenguinoPlays]

this helped me with my keyboard noise problem :D

[@arpansmusic]

Please say can I connect it to ipad mini directly just with a lightening cable ???? Any power issue ?

[@flamesphere3144]

is there a need for pop filter?

[@MidnightVentures]

Yes. It's a special pop filter. Google: pop filter for Samson G Track Pro and it'll pull up the sites that sell it.

[@midnightsnack9182]

This or at 2020 with scarlett 3rd gen?

[@donnygunawan123]

Is it better than rode nt usb ?

[@awzsdrcfgybhjimklp]

This mic sounds so bad compared to the mic on my MBP 16 inch or even on my iPhone. I can't figure out how to make the volume go higher. Also every inch you are away from it quickly takes away from the volume this thing can pickup.

[@asimzull7483]

How i can buy in sweden or uk please tell me any one???

[@crackedhalo403]

Thanks Man, I just bought this and I looked into your Videos on it. Almost went with the Q2U, but this works better because I don't have a boomarm. Happy to see such a sparkling review from you.

[@xcurlyfry2140]

Pop Filter NVIDIA RTX Voice and Shock Absorber Mic Arm And you will have a Fantastic Mic Setup!!

[@hapax94]

Hey guys, I'm connecting my Samson USB to my S9+ through OTG (with and without USB Power Hub), the notification says the phone is recording with the external USB mic but it actually doesn't. Not even with Open Camera settings. Can someone help?

[@huberthans4312]

Now from the C03U to the G-Track Pro. The C03U startet to make humming noise while switched to cardioid, time for an upgrade... Thanks for the conclusion to this mikrofone

[@ericmoody9749]

How could I use this with a Zoom PodTrak P4? Would a USB-to-XLR adapter do the trick? If so, any recommendations for brand? Model?

[@JannaWTFxD]

I just can't decide what mic I should get. I am just starting with music. I work woth FL studio and I would love to get a great mic with (preferably) usb. I also want to record myself playing ukulele (acoustic). I am from Germany btw.

[@latviannationalsocialist6956]

What is the monitoring for?

[@ANGEL-fg4hv]

What's the difference between usb and xlr mics? I want a good mic for ....eh this is an old video no one will see this. Forget that question.....hyperx quadcast or Samson track pro?

[@mzlgaming29]

At 1:10-1:14 you sound like a tv commercial ad on rick and Morty with that line. Hey, does the Gtrack pro fit in a samson sp01 shock mount? Also, if i will just be using the mic for speaking (ex: livestreaming games while speaking/commenting) do i need a specific setting for the instrument knob? Hope for your response.

[@acmilanofan2967]

I'm planning getting this microphone but my question is what kind of usb do i need to connect directly to my phone since i have samsung galaxy s10E. Do i need USB connector? please advice me

[@IronIzik]

I need help. i bought the g-track pro and on my end it has a lot of latency and i cannot hear myself. Before I had a FIFINE mic which isnt bad, but I guess I wanted something expensive. I just need help on how to get rid of it and I feel that i made a mistake in what I bought :( P.S. The samson isn't allowing me to change my audio on my computer

[@HansVGinkel]

There is no adapter for a normal microphone stand in the box. Some websites have a picture of it, but it's not in de box and I can't find a shop where to buy it.

[@DawidPA]

This or audio technica 2500x for guitar and vocals? Thanks for any input.

[@afeminame]

@podcastage I have an otg adapter being used between my Samsung g pro to my Samsung 8 phone. When I do the camera app it records well. However, when I do audio app all I get is hissing and crackling. I've tried two different apps. Is there something internally I must adjust? I've also gotten the same results when I tried it with my husband's phone. Any suggestions about what to do?

[@paulaandreaquinterogarces5733]

which microphone is better than 5 the number 5 is the more or less good the 4 is good 3 is better 2 is much better 1 is professional decide you: the blue yeti, audio technica at2020usb plus, rode nt usb, razer seiren, samson meteor For me it is (in my opinion) 5 samson meteor mic 4 razer seiren 3 blue yeti blackout 2 rode nt usb 1audio technica at2020usb plus (and tell me you for which is better do the top)

[@imowfaces412]

Just bought this mic today, windows 10 can't get windows to find it . So I got this for $100, however i only need it for chat and video games. Would you do this or snowball ice? I have best gift cards only reason why I dont get a modmic 5.

[@moltenbullet]

Weird, I need the mic gain on like 5pm to get reasonable recording of my voice. And I can't adjust the windows gain level at all.

[@muscleman371]

I don't want to be mean but you sound like Kermit the frog haha lol. Keep up the good work andrew

[@Podcastage]

I'm so glad you said this. My father is Kermit the Frog, but I would have felt braggadocios if I had mentioned it.

[@b1na276]

May I ask, can you share your BIAS AMP Settings? it sounded great.

[@iAmDracoG]

thank you for the review. Is there a way of plugging in the mic to a focusrite audio interface? or strictly USB to computer?

[@rezaestacio3445]

Hi, i know this is an old one already but I can't find an answer to why my gtrack pro produces booming sounds, sounds like there's someone swinging a lightsabre near me, when i record with the mic? yours sound phenomenal by my standards. thanks!

[@OneFlame]

According to Samson's email reply to me today - this microphone is NOT actually a 24bit / 96kHz microphone. On the off chance that this is a technical support training issue, could you please confirm (in windows sound) that it is actually being detected at 24bit / 96kHz, either single or two channel? There also do not appear to be any kernel mode drivers.

[@thesnipersnest7166]

MOTU is actually the shittiest website I've ever encountered in the attempt to actually use the software as given with the MIC.

[@brazilianportuguesevoiceov248]

Please is the Samson G-Track Pro compatible with Zoom H5 recorder?

[@lloydchristmas4547]

I now have this microphone. My friends tell me my voice sounds great, but I myself hear static in the back live as well as in the recordings. Do you have any idea what's going on?

[@jas_bataille]

Shit does this mic sounds ridiculously insane for the price and the fact it's USB :O Samson products are awesome!

[@noeroman2148]

Hey I’m having problems with mine. I just got mine yesterday and I set everything up but it’s lagging really bad. There’s like a delay between when I talk and what I hear in the headphones. I need help.

[@ZachPPierce]

Mine did not come with a mount, I don't want to use a shock mount as I use mine for streaming and that would interfere with visuals. Can't find one online to replace it and don't know what size the threads are to buy one aftermarket. Any help would be great!

[@dagger_4d]

This was my first “real” mic but I’ve since graduated to an sm7b

[@NastyAnubis]

I bought this before watching the review. Glad I did. More features than the yeti's I saw at best buy.

[@drums5434]

Could I attach this usb mic directly to an iPhone with the proper adapter and record on an iso recording app? Also does the interface that comes with it give the capability to import tracks to record along with?

[@jdawg206A]

This is the best video review of the Samson G Track pro I've seen on KZbin. I ended up buying the microphone 🎤!

[@eresunfoet]

Hi, man! If you had to buy an USB microphone to recorder an electric guitar... Which one would you buy? I need your advice. I love your videos and recommendations.