Samson Q9u USB Mic Review / Test (vs. Q2u, Yeti, MV7, SM7b, ATR2100)

[@BoothJunkie]

Love that throw.

[@rfccradioaudio1543]

Ball four! Viewers take first base!

[@softviz]

period~!

[@gyozakeynsianism]

I just ... wow.

[@michaelj.akaswifty]

He had a Tom Brady moment with that throw...

[@bobsagget823]

cringe

[@prophetmikey25]

When i refreshed my home page and saw this I jumped out my seat this is the first time that I've ever done this for a mic

[@Oddzey]

Hey Bandrew! Just thought I'd say we all very much appreciate that during the comparisons, you switch back to the main mic for better comparison, you don't have to but you do it anyways so we appreciate you for that! Edit: spelling

[@scott_pinzon]

Thanks so much for the review, and especially the tremendous attention to detail. Rest assured, the 10-mic comparison was very valuable for context. I like to think you did it not because you hate yourself, but because you love us viewers. :-)

[@mbk337]

Great review, as always. The comparisons are very helpful and set you apart from other channels for sure. The cry for help in your song obviously tells us you hate it so much. :D

[@Podcastage]

Please halp! Chicken. Good.

[@mbk337]

@@Podcastage Ended up picking up the Q9U for $100 on Amazon as a replacement mic for my Q2U and it works great. Thanks again!

[@jakevermillion1282]

Comparisons were really interesting. Everything sounded especially harsh against the Q9U except for the Shure MV7/SM7b and (of course) the Neumann. I couldn't believe how similar the sound profiles were between the Q9U and the SM7b. But my biggest takeaway? The MV7 was a touch brighter, has the USB/XLR combo plus a mix control between computer and zero-latency monitoring for an extra $50. I've already ordered the Q9U, but will keep the MV7 in the back of mind while testing for a few weeks.

[@zohanchabra7967]

hey, what did u end up with? im considering both atm and cant really decide

[@tango_gru]

We Need an Update.......

[@johnyboz]

Bandrew ordering Papa John's: "please bring pizza pronto." Papa John's employee: "What kind of pizza would you like?" Bandrew: "please bring pizza pronto." PJ Employee: "Okay, so w-" Bandrew: "please bring pizza pronto."

[@piyushmalik7806]

Really eager to see this review. Have been using the Q2U for over 8 months now (all thanks to Bandrew!)

[@habibullahsamander2798]

Do you recommend me to buy Q2U? Does it work fine in Windows 10? Does it have any driver or other issue?

[@TomislavIvanFlis]

@@habibullahsamander2798 I've been using the q2u in Win10 for over 8 months now. No issue. I did update the firmware (it is downloadable from the official web). No issues. Not once. Works and sounds great. Excellent beginner mic.

[@piyushmalik7806]

@@habibullahsamander2798 yes, it works perfectly fine with windows 10. My one recommendation would be that you plug it in your typc-c port using a typc c to USB A adapter. This way you would never face any USB issues.

[@gyozakeynsianism]

I've had the Q2U for a few years now and it's great on W10 through USB. There was an issue before the firmware update that became available (in 2019 or 2020 I think) but with the firmware update it's working flawlessly. For a cheap-ish dynamic USB mic for just about any simple voice usage + the ability to move up to a USB interface with XLR support, it's a great buy. The stand I got in the box is pretty dinky though - you may want to invest in something better. And if you're a real gamer who needs pointless gamery things - blinky lights, bright paint jobs, 87 pickup patterns, a condenser for use in your non-treated gamer cave so we can all hear the cars driving by - it's not for you.

[@habibullahsamander2798]

@@gyozakeynsianism Thanks for you reply I want I USB mic that is plug and play, can be carried easy, should be good at canceling background noise and not picking up keyword clicking . I need it just for KZbin videos. Do you recommend it to me?

[@Stanzi18]

I've been waiting a year for this one. You didn't disappoint. I appreciate you going into crippling debt so that we can know what different microphones sound like. 👍

[@PaulSebastianM]

Your dedication to the community is astounding!

[@KngSovereign]

Also, I appreciate when you do the silence test to see how much noise the mic picks up and then give the warning before going back to regular levels. That's super dope as well. You saved me tons of money and time 💯💯

[@Seanonyoutube]

I’m still shocked that the microphone comes in the box 😱

[@LaMansionDelIngles]

I loved the guest appearance of the Neumann at the end. Thanks again for a deep, deep dive into the way these mics sound, Bandrew.

[@Exmachinagamma]

I've been waiting for this review for over a year. I really paid attention to the mic comparison portion, and yea, stepping up from the Q2u to the Q9u, Q9u wins it for me. I've been using this mic for about a week for streams and my KZbin channel, and I feel it's the best upgrade for me. Great review overall. #CultofQ2u #CultofQ9u

[@GregVasquez777]

Thanks man! Glad you spend so much time plugging in and out mics. It really answers the questions we ask about clarification and comparison. A great feature of the video to have a real true sound picture where there's no question as to it's performance! Love the dark sarcasm btw!

[@Dyonysus777]

I guess they were recorded simultaneously and then in the editing one was muted and the other not. But just my guess. BUt still an impressive job which I love. I hope people put on their headphones 😂

[@ninjarobotmonk3y]

I love these reviews. Thanks for taking the time to film, edit and share

[@treecavecreative1581]

Bandrew you provide the most in depth reviews of anyone on the webs. Thank you on behalf of my clients and I. You're awesome.

[@aLoneFox19]

Been waiting (no lie) almost a whole year for you to do a review of this mic! BLESS! 🙌🏼 ❤️

[@JuancitoMarVel]

Been a user of the Q2U (thanks to you no less) for about four years now, and when I saw that Samson was doing the Q9U, I got so excited! Just got it shipped the other day, and after watching the video, it was a good upgrade, However... maybe I should've went with the MV7 like I was originally thinking. But it's still a great mic for just plugging and using, which is what I intend to do!

[@habibullahsamander2798]

Do you recommend me to buy Q2U? Does it work fine in Windows 10 via USB? Does it have any driver or other issue?

[@JuancitoMarVel]

@@habibullahsamander2798 As a starting microphone, it is not a bad option whatsoever! It interacts fine with Windows 10, and the only problem that I’ve encountered with it is that when you start up your computer, you have to unplug and replug it back in, or else there will just be static. Once you do that, it works like normal.

[@TomislavIvanFlis]

@@JuancitoMarVel Update the firmware. It solves that. I've updated the firmware in advance and never experienced that issue. Nor any other issue. (having the q2u for 8 months now)

[@TomislavIvanFlis]

Thank you for that particular comparison to q2u. Great review!

[@MikeMeierJapan]

Thank you for still doing these mic reviews!!

[@Design475]

Thanks Bandrew for making this review. I have been waiting almost a year to hear your thoughts haha!

[@r.a.r8829]

Now this video just solidify my decision to buy shure mv7 over any xlr & usb mic

[@NotOnlyHollywood]

Thanks for the video. It was so funny when you cracked up when testing the last microphone. Pure gold!

[@adampalooza85]

you can really feel the year+ long build up for that throw

[@jez1550]

Wow, will think about purchasing the Q9u because of your review!!

[@MitchellGodsend]

Here's a thought - with each mic you review, do the whole "this is the so-and-so and its settings are such-and-such" then export that clip by itself, drop all these clips in a folder or maybe even categorize them and bam, you now have a clip for every mic you have and never have to go through all the trouble of hooking them all up again for these comparisons.

[@JadeNeoma]

This is a good idea in theory but unfortunately not in practice as there are too many variables that change over time, bandrews intonation and tone would change and develop, the acoustics of the room would change as he gets more or less gear, and a bunch of other things might change like of an interface breaks and he has to start using a different one. Redoing mic tests for each video is definitely the better way of doing it in terms of quality and obvs bandrew thinks that he has enough time to be able to do that

[@thecellpower]

I've watched your other mic reviews. Thanks for your painstaking work. I love your guitar demos. They're really entertaining.

[@mlindholm]

It really shouldn't surprise me anymore but unfortunately, here in late Q1, 2021, I'm still pleasantly surprised when a USB device is built with a USB-C socket, versus micro, mini, or seriously...full size USB-A ports? Being able to use the current "commodity USB cable", versus needing to dig through my cable stash for a compatible cable, when I've lost, ruined, or otherwise can't use the provided cable, is such a relief. Using a USB-C port doesn't require implementing USB3 bandwidth, Thunderbolt capability, USB-PD power (but when relevant, that IS nice), or the other things USB-C provides, but the robustness, lack of "right-side up", and Current Year commonality with other devices sure is appreciated. Even if existing products could be revised to simply replace the port, most folks surely wouldn't mind.

[@gyozakeynsianism]

I mean, all devices come with the relevant cables, and a simple and cheap adapter will fix any USB compatibility issue. It's because it's not a big deal for most people that companies are slow to switch.

[@Av-pu2bo]

The Q9U looks fresh and sounds good. Much appreciated for taking your time to review it Pal 👊🏿👊🏿👊🏿...

[@glthegamemaster4197]

Awesome review, really helped me make my decision. Since I'm staying USB for awhile before I switch to XLR, and because I'm strictly using it for voice, I loved the sound in all the comparisons and am excited to try it out. Thanks :)

[@RMahPersonal]

After all of the (helpful) comparisons, your throw makes all the more sense now :) Thanks for all your help, sir!

[@RMahPersonal]

To your request in the video, I do like my Samson Q2U and it's meeting my needs at this time. If I were tp upgrade anything I would want to add in a USB interface, and I like the control with the Shure MV7 you mentioned.

[@the_jccn]

A while ago I remember you mentioning this mic and since then I've been waiting for your review on it. 100% sold on this mic, I love it's sound. Thanks for the great review!

[@hsjawanda]

"I have nothing more to give" rhymes with "forgive"... just saying... As always, a very thorough review and comparison. Thank you so much!

[@Trancetechniqueradio]

I liked the sound of the SHURE MV7. The Samson Q9U is quite good! I would certainly consider buying it.... If forty was knocked off. Once again! Another Great review! Thanks.

[@versusforward]

Bandrew, I have never laughed so hard watching your comparisons. So great. Thanks for brightening my day :D

[@MateuszZych]

I got my SM58 right at the start and I don't think I have to look for anything else, but your movies are interesting to watch. Thank you for another interesting review.

[@themillennialattorney]

VERY ENTERTAINING CONTENT! HAHA Keep it up sir! Watching this in 2023 from the Philippines. Thank you for this!

[@Podcastage]

Thank you so much for the kind words and the support. I really appreciate it.

[@yourforeignlocal]

Whoa that throw! Have you been practicing in secret? :p I love the comparisons included in your videos, I don't remember the ATR2100usb sounding that much better than the Q2U. This is really helpful as a refresher and overview

[@gojiraforbreakfast]

I love you bandrew and hope you’re having a rad day!

[@Nerf-Or-Nothing-z9o]

Great review. I grabbed the Q9U after watching this video. I got it on sale for $100.

[@techmed-rainer]

Danke!

[@ben-benedict]

I experienced a very big issue ( at least for me 🤣) with this mic. You can 👂 hear it clearly when you test the mute button at 06:12 , and slightly when bumping test rejection. This mic make a kind of bell 🔔 sound, or like an internal piece juggling inside. If you don’t touch the mic no problem. But as soon as I have a little move, here come the bell 😱. For ultimate test, just shake gently the mic with your hand and you’ll hear it clearly. I know we are not suppose to shake a mic during recording but I assume that a mic is not supposed to make that kind of noise.

[@Lunaticohsyou]

@Podcaststage THANKs a lot for always FANTASTiC REViEWS!! KEEP on the G00D W0Rk!

[@karllazlo6237]

Wonderful detailed review. Thank you for helping me make my decision and picking up this great mic!

[@j_bubblez279]

the comparisons are so helpful

[@reggiep75]

0:44 - Yessss.. This was a good throw. There needs to be a throw compilation but one of the best was when you fell of your chair!

[@emanuelebarbato]

This is the best mic review online!

[@raulunzueta576]

Great comparisons many guys eq the mics to hear his voice better but here we hear the mic exactly as it is no eq so we can really compare and the palate cleanser is so necessary great reviews !! straight to the point and funny.

[@EhrgeizTV]

I'm quite glad I bought the Procaster over this. I don't think the Q9U would have been very good for my voice. Great review sir.

[@ulfrinn8783]

I bought a Procaster recently soon as well. I probably would have bought a Q9U if they were out because I have and like the Q2U, but after hearing this, I am glad I got the Procaster, it sounds way better.

[@EhrgeizTV]

@@ulfrinn8783 exactly my thoughts too.

[@ulfrinn8783]

@@EhrgeizTV Yeah, kind of a "glad I dodged that bullet" moment. My Procaster was also $165 never used. I got a deal on it so yeah.

[@EhrgeizTV]

@@ulfrinn8783 yeah I got the Procaster for £144 which I thought was pretty good. I think that along with my King Bee I'll be good on the mic front for a number of years.

[@ashraffouad]

Much appreciate yr effort in comparison section, really helpful.

[@agambhasin]

I liked the Q9U, did feel some mud on it tbh, i am not a fan of engaging any filters whatsoever on the mic, so flat mode for me always! Also in comparisons, i think in the same price bracket, the procaster is the absolute star! Loved the SM7B as well, bcz well....i love that mic! I would have love to watch it being compared it to the RE20, which is another broadcast legend and why not! Bumps are ridiculous on this thing tbh, and yes the XLR output did have some harshness to it, but not as much as the MV7, u mentioned in the guitar section that it was ‘shouty’ in the mids, prob that was the mid boost doing it, but yeah it was there! Again a super amazing video, lots of waiting for this one, but i think it was worth the wait, i hope u r taking good care of yourself and are keeping healthy! Thankyou for doing this dear brother!

[@yehezkielallen]

I got the samson q2u last month, insane quality for the price

[@ee1yd]

one of the best

[@SullySadface]

yee, been using one since like march. it's dope. kinda liking the sound of this

[@habibullahsamander2798]

Do you recommend me to buy Q2U? Does it work fine in Windows 10 via USB? Does it have any driver or other issue?

[@TomislavIvanFlis]

#CultofQ2U :-D

[@yehezkielallen]

@@habibullahsamander2798 I do recommend the samson It connects to windows 10 straight away no stuff needed No drivers needed to be installed, just plug and play Insane price for the money

[@teenytinytoons]

i fkng love this guy. so glad I found him earlier today. subscribed!

[@ee1yd]

Been waiting for this

[@TommieG_B_ME]

I bought one today! So far I like it a lot.

[@mattcowens]

I found this video fun, interesting AND helpful. Thanks Bandrew.

[@imcryst4l]

Love your vids Bandrew!

[@_YoungKD]

I Like The Mv7 Sounds Soo Clean

[@vanceshepherd1618]

I was excited about this one, but think I'll stick with the Mackie EM USB you recommended for spoken word. Absolutely correct about that one. Works great for remote radio.voicetracking. Keep these reviews coming. Best in your class.

[@fullnelsontecmo]

Update, the monitoring on the microphone itself makes the table touches arm bumps sound way worse than they are, although they are still bad. However, I did attach a $20 shock mount marketed to SM7B users, and that helped tremendously. Vibrations aren't coming through in my recordings, despite hearing them in the built in monitoring.

[@KevinGalligan]

This mic is now listed at $100 in a few places. I assume that makes it much more compelling. I have an SM7B, with cloudlifter. It's great, obviously, but I don't use it much because I don't like having this stuff out all the time. Just ordered the Q9U after watching this video, and seeing the $100 price. That'll also mean a pair of good mics in case I'm doing kind of an interview podcast. I'm mostly doing tech videos, though, so solo.

[@tango_gru]

Hi Kevin..... hows your experience pitching it against SM7B ???

[@KevinGalligan]

@@tango_gru I haven't done side by side with the SM7B, but for my normal use, this thing is great. The SM7B is great, but I had an XLR to USB audio device, a cloud lifter, 2 XLR cables, and the mic itself. As that tended to be frustrating, and the mic would get bumped often in my studio (AKA the bedroom, because I work from home), I'd generally not leave it out for long. Now I just have USBC directly into the laptop. I use it for all of my zoom calls, and because it's dynamic, it does well with getting voice and not too much background. I've done one live podcast with it, but will probably do more soon. If I'm doing a serious recording I'll probably drag the SM7B, but we'll see. I'm not sure I'd really be able to tell the difference blind.

[@tango_gru]

@@KevinGalligan I get your point , sometimes less is more . I am currently using Elgato Wave 3 and it gives me decent results for my work (Some guided video tutorials ) I do think that Podcastage is not fair to the Samson Q9U towards the end of video as it does a fairly good job for Podcasts. The only people who wouldnt like this are who fidget a lot and keep bumping into the Microphone or keep adjusting it or else if they are using XLR and USB at the same time. I dont think Samson people designed both interfaces to be used at the same time (that actually sounds silly to me). The entire Setup for SM7B is a pain to deal with (Cost and space). I am Shure that there is better technology that doesnt need a Cloudlifter in the middle. Plus the Noise reduction filter on Camtasia work pretty well for post processing ;) I am not buying a Shure SM7B unless it costs $200 and the Cloud lifter costs $100. Might buy an old one... but such old Technology doesnt deserve this much of money. A bit of a Rant but I had to say it.

[@45KevinR]

Sad face. 😢 The q9u seems to holding full price plus in the UK. £200-230. Every time I watch one of these videos and think "that might suit me" the UK availability or price ruins it.

[@dvldgz6306]

I've been waiting for this

[@XxDarklexX]

Love your videos man! I always find what I'm looking for! It will be cool listen to the RE-20! Besides that, you always nail the reviews!!!

[@TwoMiceOnMyBookshelf]

Sigh. Just as I thought I finally found the USB mic I have been looking for. The shocking performance of the internal shock mount and its inability to mix monitoring and playback seem so simple and yet..... Thank you for this review.

[@metal571]

It really does sound like they were going for an SM7B-like frequency response, at least when the mid boost is engaged. Seems like a pretty good deal to my ears for that price.

[@ulfrinn8783]

nah, SM7B really isn't that good sounding of a mic

[@gremlen]

The Q9u is currently on sale at Best Buy $30 off.

[@gamingaudioguide9292]

awesome review. incredibly helpful. thank you for taking the time.

[@haktical]

This mic seems a bit niche for me. Worse than the MV7, as a fairly direct competitor. Smoother than the Q2U, but also a little bit muddier on the flat settings. With the HPF and/or mid boost, though, it sounds pretty good. Either way, I'm not convinced that it's better than a budget interface and a Podmic or even one of the plethora of USB condensers out there like the Wave 3 (unless you really need a dynamic). Maybe if you really need both USB and XLR, but at that point I think the MV7 is just plain better if you can swing the extra $50.

[@JonathanBroome]

I was just listening but looking at my other monitor when you switched in the U67 and perked up like oh this sounds good I wonder what mic that is......then you say $7,000 and I had my hopes dashed lol. I know I years late to the party but thank you for doing these comparisons you helped me find the Ethos mic for my home setup this week (years after you recorded these videos) and now I am looking for a mic to use at work. I know that it is frowned upon but I really like a warm colored mic for vocals. When you are on meetings all day with no post production to dial in the sound I have to find a mic that produces the sound I am looking for out of the box.

[@hybridt]

Thanks for the review ! And still between this mic and the rode podmic

[@xHadesStamps]

The mute button is surprisingly not bad when it comes to handling noise! It's there (and you shouldn't expect it to not be), but it's pretty quiet for a physical switch!

[@Gaaaaaaaaaary]

There were two recently released microphones i was immensely excited about for the last year: the Aston Element and the Q9U. Let's just say i won't be selling off my NT1 to get either of these after watching your thorough reviews :/ Regardless, Bandrew, well done as usual and thank you.

[@HarvinderSingh-yy8th]

NT1 is evergreen cm. Never sell it. Even NT1 gen 5 can't compete NT1 gen 4.

[@avramuczvajk482]

I am so happy to see, that companies send you stuff. It goes to show, that your channel is growing!

[@pinkytoe7]

Great humor and great review very thorough helped with my decision making thanks

[@Podcastage]

Thank you very much for the kind words. I'm thrilled it helped you make a more informed decision. I hope you have a great day.

[@xryanlee]

I seriously can't tell the difference in the recorded voice between different microphones.

[@zhouye7647]

it actually sounds amazing, I am shocked

[@KR7PT]

SM7B killer. Not that it does everything better, but it does it just as good for half the price.

[@Brian-qe3ys]

I just picked it up from BestBuy with a B&H Photo pricematch at $119. Will be using it only for voice streaming/podcasting. At that pricepoint I dont think It was a bad pickup.

[@xHadesStamps]

I don't like that the sides of the mute button are the same color as the microphone. They should've colored it red or something to make it more visually obvious that it's hot. At least it's a latching button, but it'll still blend right in.

[@Kename]

Curious about whether the recommendation changes at all given that the Q9U now sells for half of the reviewed price. At $99, is it a better option than transitioning to one of the XLR only options?

[@Kename]

Amazon currently has the Q9U for $119 if anyone is interested.

[@workingwiththelight3119]

Thank you. Very helpful review!

[@wtulin1970]

Sure, that U67 is buttery smooth, but when you throw it on with all those inexpensive dynamics, your doing a great job proving the law of diminishing returns! Q9U sounds pretty good to me, pretty ugly though, looks too much like that god-awful MXL 'broadcast' mic. Btw, love the vid, as always!

[@TurntoGod7]

Ugly?? Which one looks good to you? I thinks it’s a sharp looking mic, but I’m a fan of the pod style.

[@wtulin1970]

@@TurntoGod7 Eye of the beholder, right? If by pod style, you mean like a podmic, now that is a sharp looking little mic. Procaster looks sleek to me as well.

[@amccune]

Maybe it's just me, but I definitely think the Neumann is the winner. Sidenote: thank you for all these videos, I've watched a ton of them looking for a USB mic and it's very helpful when you are trying to decide.

[@friesat2am]

what would be a good alternative to the Samson Q9u with just a USB ouput?

[@Sigourney-Cleaver]

I'm very torn between this Q9U and the Elgato Wave 3 for a spoken word podcasting mic. Since the price for the Q9u has dropped to ~$100 rather than 200 as mentioned in your video, does this impact your recommendations? Or would you recommend one over the other?

[@Podcastage]

If you forced me to choose between the Q9u and Wave 3, I think I'd go for the Q9u because I like that slightly darker sound and it's smoother which is easier to mess with. But around $100 there are some fantastic mics outside of the Q9u and Wave 3 that you could select from. Handheld dynamics can sound fantastic. Hope that helps.

[@Redman147]

I swear your throws are getting better and better each video. How big is your right arm compared to your left?

[@OniTheOtaku]

i wont lie.. i come for the reviews, but stay for the asmr

[@bardenhick2121]

I love how he tried to say the U67 price with a straight face at first lol

[@RetroBigCat75]

That throw was great! Anyway, this is the best Samson Q9U review video I watched here on KZbin. What I got from is recommendation for podcasting/voice over, but not so much on music. I'd like to see the light towards mute indicator. I'm still struggling on which final microphone I should get in the future: Samson Q9U or Maono PD400X.

[@stefaneable]

This is a great video! In so many ways i love it !

[@cwill2127]

Also can you remove the stirrup thing to attach a shock mount or not? Can’t find out anywhere online

[@fangsoffuego]

Ypu can remove the yoke mount but, the knobs that hold the screws for the mount cant come off

[@LeslieNicole]

Thanks for the comparison to the Q2U. I definitely heard the difference. I was thinking of getting a microphone that has USB and XLR because I have an XLR interface, but it’s still in France and I don’t know when I can get it, so having the USB connection option is good for me.

[@ronr1094]

The throw was AWESOME! But I like the sound of this mic!

[@thebreakfastmenu]

Every review I eagerly await to see what you transform into when you're 4 feet away from the microphone

[@djvidual8288]

The sE Electronics v7 is so smooth! The sE and the Rode Procaster are my favorites.

[@rylandweet7750]

Neither of those are smooth,, they are bright and a tad harsh

[@ricardoprieto6401]

If you wanna hear smooth check out Royer ribbon microphones

[@Liowen]

Personally I like the form factor and sound of the Q2U, considering it has 0 switches makes it easier to EQ IMHO. I would love to see a version of Q2U from Shure using the 58/Beta 58A body. As for the form factor I dislike any mic that has a mount attached to the body, it picks up too much noise and you cannot, easily, put it on a shock mount. Personally I like streamline mic sizes over the broadcast-esk mics, on video big mics seem more like 'Hey look at me' kind of thing.

[@Greg-tj8rg]

13:15 does Hayley tune into your channel? Hi Hayley Williams! I quite like the SE V7. Not sure if it was my favorite but it does sound great on your voice.

[@Podcastage]

I am 99.99% sure she does not, but a guy can hope.

[@habibullahsamander2798]

Thanks for your honest review. I want a plug and play USB mic for KZbin videos. Do you recommend me to buy Q2U? Does it work fine in Windows 10 via USB? Does it have any driver or other issue?

[@diagnosishorror7506]

arg! I'm torn between the Q9u at $150 and the mv7x at $150. For voice over work on youtube videos.. Mostly untreated apartment dining/ living room area. I have a scarlett solo interface.. I just have no clue what would work best for me. I've tried several in the 100 and lower range.. Nothing works well with my goofy voice :[

[@JakoZestoko]

Sorry to bump this a year later but I'm currently debating between exactly these two and I also think my voice sounds goofy lol. What did you end up getting and how happy are you with it?