The C01U USB Studio Condenser Mic is the first affordable studio condenser mic with a USB interface.
For
the first time ever, musicians who record music on computers have a
simple, affordable way to capture high-quality vocal and acoustic
instrument performances.
Seamless integration was the idea, and
it was obtained by creating a studio condenser microphone that can be
plugged into any computer with no in/out boxes, no expensive computer
pre-amps, just a USB cable.
The C01U condenser microphone is
based on our wildly successful C01. It features a 19mm internal shock
mounted diaphragm with a cardioid pick up pattern ensuring pristine
studio quality recordings.
The C01U works perfectly on any
computer, Mac or PC, and with any DAW software program. It immediately
solves a huge problem for users of many laptops, many of which have no
other input method for audio devices.
It�s a must for any
musician on the road or in the project studio, but the C01U is going to
offer solutions to more than just musicians. The mic opens up
possibilities for anyone who records audio—from Podcasters,
journalists, students, and business people adding audio files to
websites and multimedia presentations.

To get information about Samson's SofPre and download the Applet please visit our dedicated SoftPre Page
The
Samson C01U will work without the SoftPre applet software using the
standard drivers included in your computer's operating system. However
if you would like added functionality of the Samson SoftPre applet
(Input Level Meter, Volume control, High-pass filter and Phase Switch),
you may download the appropriate one for your operating system at our SoftPre Page.
Windows Applet Note:
The Windows SoftPre applet supports WDM and is designed to work with
Windows XP (Service Pack 2). Without the Soft pre applet, Windows
should recognize the mic and use the Windows mixer as a volume control
if needed.
Be sure to check the FAQs for the latest info on how to integrate the C01U with your recording software.