Buy Samson SAQ8 Dynamic Super-Cardioid Handheld MicSamson SAQ8 Dynamic Super-Cardioid Handheld Mic Product Description:
- High gain output, low impedance design
- Neodymium dynamic mic element
- Super cardioid pickup pattern
- Multi-axis, shock-mounted element
- Carry case and mic clip included
Product Description
The Q8 Dynamic Handheld Microphone brings a high level of accuracy and audio performance to live and studio vocal miking applications. Using state-of-the-art microphone technology, the Q8 is engineered to the finest detail to provide the ultimate in sound reproduction and professionalism. The heart of the Q8's performance stems the neodymium dynamic mic element. Offering high gain output and a low impedance design, the capsule also features a super cardioid pickup pattern. This enables the Q8 to pick up all the nuances of any performance with exceptional clarity and detail, while reducing feedback and unwanted signals not originating directly in front of the mic capsule. The Q8 is equipped to withstand high sound pressure levels, so live vocals sound huge and crystal clear. This also makes the Q8 a versatile tool in the recording studio, a workhorse microphone perfect for any professional application. With a rugged zinc alloy, die-casted case, the Q8 will provide reliable performance in even the most demanding environments. In addition, the Q8 comes with a carry case and mic clip.
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
By O. Padilla
I sang through a good ol' 58 straight to mixer for years and then I picked up a tc helicon create xt vocal processor end of last year, which wow....really added some clarity depth and sparkle to the 58's muddy profile. Whenever the processor was turned off though it really became apparent that I didn't like the sound of the sm58 on its own. so I went into Sam Ash to look for new mic, I was thinking Sennheiser e845 or a shure beta 87......Luckily the worker there turned me on to his favorite new mic and let me a/b them through the store pa with flat eq and no effects.I was blown away.Its got warmth, depth, clarity, punctuation, sparkle, and tons of spl before feedback. I can sing softly and get detailed articulation or belt out a high pitched chorus and get the sound of aggressive rock n roll!With this mic and the tc helicon my live vocals have never sounded better.The rest of the band still runs 58's and eqs with the mixer.The difference is night and day.This is a real hidden gem of a mic.
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By John Badyrka III
I am the producer of a radio show which we broadcast live from various locations such as bars, restaurants, music venues, etc. We had been using Shure SM58's exclusively. When I had a mic go bad, I went to Sam Ash to pick up another. A guy working there had suggested I give the Q8 a try and I have to say I've been hooked on them since. This one is another replacement for an SM58 that went bad. I, obviously, will be purchasing more of these as the old SM58's fail...or if I get too anxious, I'll try to sell some SM58's so that I can replace them with the Q8's. They are a bit heavier than the SM58's but the sound is worth it. They have a much warmer sound at nominal settings. And what was key for me is that they pick up much less background noise...which can be an issue at some of the places we do the show from.
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful.
By Grateful Fred
I went to Sam Ash to buy a decent dynamic mic for vocals to use while playing an acoustic guitar, and was pretty sure it was going to be the Shure Beta 58a. However, I a/b'd several other mics to compare and be sure. Several of them were more expensive than the 58, a couple were a little less. This comparison exercise went on for over an hour. One of those that were a little less was the Samson Q8 which was the last one I plugged in. Just as soon as I tried it, I knew it was a winner. But I told myself it couldn't be, it's priced 30 bucks cheaper than the Beta 58. But after further comparisons, it just seemed to have the fullest, warmest sound out of all of them while still maintaining great clarity...and just as much punch. I walked out happy with the Q8, and spent about 40 bucks less than I had intended.
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