Samson C01U Mic - How to Optimize Sound Quality
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- Опубликовано: 16 сен 2024
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After much trial and error, here's what I have learnt about how to optimize the settings for the the Samson CO1U.
Problems solved include how to fix the low sound problem and also how to choose the best settings in the MiDi Setup menu. I also to a sound comparison between the Samson and the internal mic from the iMac.
The link I mentioned in the video is: www.samsontech....
I like how one of the tips is 'use the microphone'
Thank you! I bought a C01U used at a second hand store for $5. Couldn't figure out why it was sounding so bad, started thinking that being that I got it second hand it just didn't work correctly. I tried your setting in the MIDI Setup and now it sounds great!
Oh my gosh! This was so helpful. My Samson C03U was making a "buzzing" noise constantly and I've tried every noise cancellation software I would to fix it. It didnt occur to me the problem was the mic's driver itself! Thank you so much!
OMG I have been trying to figure out why my Samson was sounding so crappy! I didn't know to look in the Midi setting for microphones. It was set to 8000HZ for some reason! THANK YOU!
DUDE! THIS IS AWESOME! I record music with this mic, and this HAS HELPED ME MORE SO MUCH IN 5 MINUTES!
I fiddled with this mic for an hour before i found your video. I love you...
Control Panel\Hardware and Sound
go into the "recording" tab and double click the microphone shown and you can adjust it from there.
one of our awesome network partners and youtube friends donated this mic and accessory to the channel.! and omg its very nice.
thanks man i was stressin out.
i was about to sell the mic but now i fixed it thanks to you bro.
i need help. when i am recording, my voice sounds like a shy kid on the first day of school. but i'm literally yelling into my microphone. PLEASE HELP!!!!
@JoeyLaurens No problem. I felt the same way until I found the fix. Try the different settings in the MiDi Setup window to see which one gives you the best results.
thank you so much!
struggled for so long trying to connect my samson c01u to my macbook! yoou made my day :D
I have c03u and this tricks works too!
Thanks for the video, Brian. I just bought this mic, which came with an installation disk for Windows. My difficulty is that I can;t seem to adjust the volume on the mic at all. It's just set LOUD. I am a vocalist, and am finding that no matter how far away from the mic I stand (10ft) or how low I adjust the level in the audio midi window, it just stays the same.
Thanks for any help or suggestions you might offer.
to all the people asking about the hum and hiss and being overly bassy....try watching the video he even shows you that you HAVE to uninstall the soft pre cause now it automatically comes with it so go on google type in samson co1u and find the site your self...its really not that hard to understand....geeze and u give him shit for not answering lol yet he tells you right in the video!!
It seems to me that one side is more sensitive than the opposite side. But first it was only with the addition of a pop filter that the mic became usable for close-in work. However, the pop filter really reduced the gain (and leveled the wave pattern), requiring that I increase the mic/input volume from 50% to 80% (no doubt, this increase will add to the ambient noise picked up by the mic.) So it's the devil's kind of bargain. Do you want to hear the sound break up with each of your plosives and sibilants? Or do you prefer a more controlled, normal speaking voice in exchange for extra noise?
Back to the 2 sides. I assume they should be equally sensitive in the cardioid pattern. But the side with the light and the headphones input seemed more sensitive than the other side. Can I assume the former is the "front" side and the latter the "back" side? If so the mic should be placed on the included tripod stand so that the front of the mic can be tilted backwards and up toward the speaker's mouth.l
(Incidentally, I'm not hearing any pops in your speaking, but the hisses ("s" sound) are quite prominent, indicating you may NOT be using a pop filter.)
it only records in the front man it doesn't record in the back that is the way it was made
hey, vacaroo is an online recorder which you can listen to yourself afterwards, i used this on the microphone.
How to get the Samson c01u pro sound deck software for free ??? Is there any link for it..... ???
I have the same problem with the white noise. I have tried everything I can think of to get rid of it.
Tell me do you get a lot of background noise. or did you have to do a lot of post processing?
I am a singer and having a non-treated room.
Currently i use a Samson C01 u USB condensor mic but it captures a lot of room noise(hissing sound) along with my vocals.
Is this an issue with mic or because of mic?
If, I plan to upgrade my mic to get rid of noise, is it a good thought?
Which mic do you suggest from the list below:
1. Lewitt 240 Pro
2. AKG P120 or P220
3. Se Selectronics xA1
Hello! 9 years ago you showed how to set up a Samson C01U PRO microphone. Are these settings of yours still valid? and is it worth using them? 🤔 Thank you!

i had set this mic up SOME HOW to where i had 0 background noise, i wish i could have rememberd what i had done. i do beleive you actually uninstall the driver and it will be an unknown driver in the usb and it comes out way cleaner plus if you route it properly to your internal soundcard you will be able to record at 96 - 192 which they say it only records up to 44 which is bull lol it all depends how awesome your soundcard is and it will be awesome
You don't need the soft pre software anymore. In the video I showed you how to uninstall the soft pre and then just use the midi setup that comes with OSx.
Dude! after uninstalling this, my computer once plugged back in keeps automatically updating this driver? ive change my update setting to never update but it still does it? wtf..
you need to optimize your thumbnail
LMFAO truee
Hi. Thank you for the great info.
Now, I do not have mac but PC, any suggestions? I have not been able to locate MIDI on my computer, so I am using the SoftPre but its has some white noise. Your help and inside is very appreciated. Thank you, Jari
my samson co1u has a his humm or white noise when recording on the included sonar 8.5 l.e software. its not just while i am recording tho, after converting to mp3 it still plays the hum/white noise. i do not have the softpre software installed. can u help?
Having the same problem, did you ever figure out a solution?
Can you record a Windows solution?
I got this mic yesterday and the sound is too low..i dont have a mac..and your link expired can you help?
What about for the people who don't have Macs? Does this work?
Hey bro... I got my samson Co1u, but it is picking up some noise.. I dont why. Do you have any idea what it could be?
Very informative brother. Thx.
Does anyone know how to stop my mic from sounding static or hissing noise in background
Bit late, but try a different USB port
You might find you get a better sound quality if you don't speak directly into the mike (I detected a slight popping noise) Try pointing the front of the mike at your throat - not your mouth,
Best Wishes David
Hey, do you know how to change the polar pattern?
I have also just bought this mic. But did not installed any software. As it says its a plug n play usb mic.
So when I record I just plug it and use audacity.
I also am a win 7 user so is there any equivalent steps?
Right click on the volume icon next to the clock --> Click on the Input/Record Option --> Right Click on the Samson and click Properties --> Go to Advance --> Choose the 1 Channel, 16bit, 44100khz.
Thanks brotha. helped a lot
Can you post a video or explain how to uninstall softpre please?! Would be very helpful
Mate, google it took me exactly 5 seconds:
www.samsontech.com/support/samson/howto/view/how-uninstall-softpre-windows-applet/
My C01U mic is a bit to sensitive.. and it somehow adjusts automaticy. halp?
I gotta ask ,would any of this work with Windows 7?
Not really sure why, but after doing all of this, my mic still picks up incredible background noise, as well as...includes some awkward noises of it's own? I think I'm just gonna have to return this xD
First off a small explanation of the difference of background sounds and background noise:
Background sounds = actual sounds like cars driving by, mouse clicks, typing etc. Background noise = hissing, static and windy noises that are not produced by an outside source.
*Tip #1:*
Yeah, the Samson C01U it's a studio condenser microphone which means that you're really supposed to use it in a sound proofed environment like a recording studio or sound booth.
If you don't have access to a studio, a small windowless computer room that you've sound proofed yourself with tall bookshelves, rugs on the walls or whatever will do fine. A room with empty naked walls will never be optimal for this microphone no matter how small it is. Unless it's a tiny closet where you can only stand up and who wants that?
*Tip #2:*
If you don't have a boom arm with a shock mount then get one of those. It will negate the vibrations from your keyboard and mouse (vibrations travel through your desk and into the mic and that's why you pick up movement sounds from the mouse and typing sounds) and that'll probably help as well. Vibrations are actually a bigger reason for why a microphone picks up mouse/keyboard sounds than the actual sounds themselves. I can't promise that the sounds will disappear, but I can promise you that they'll be significantly lower in volume.
Another thing that you can get are panels that has sound proofing on them (or a sound box) in order to concentrate the sound of your voice and stop sounds coming from behind the microphone, if you for example have a window behind your desk. Here are some photos:
Panels:
i.imgur.com/kVTaWYA.jpg
Box:
i.imgur.com/3uOTTZN.jpg
*Tip #3:*
Another thing you can try is to buy a better cord for your mic. The one that comes with the microphone isn't very good since it's essentially just a standard USB cord. If you can get a proper and thicker studio USB cord, that would increase the quality quite a lot.
*Tip #4:*
Using a software called Virtual Audio Cable. This software creates a virtual sound device on your computer. You can then reroute your microphone input through this virtual device (then set that device as your standard mic source in Skype and/or recording software) and reduce background noise that way.
It's a tricky software the first time you start it but if you check any guide on RUclips you'll figure it out in 2 minutes.
This gives you the same effect as noise cancelling headphones. Noise cancelling headphones have a small microphone that hears every sound coming from outside your headphones. It then matches the frequency of that sound and sends the opposite frequency into your headphones, thus cancelling out the sound.
*Tip #5:*
Get a sound card with an active noise cancellation feature. This is probably the best option for removing background hissing, static and other "wind" sounds created by your microphone.
If you've ever used Team Speak you've probably noticed a significant difference in background noise compared to when using for example Skype. That's because Team Speak has an active noise cancellation feature.
Fond3ll - Bitpop Music! which usb cable you recommend me for this condenser?
Ulf - Chiptune Musician or better, buy a dynamic microphone, if you want record beside your pc/mac/noisy shuttle in your bedroom. Condenser mic are too sensitive for a simply home use.
Ulf - Chiptune Musician or better, buy a dynamic microphone, if you want record beside your pc/mac/noisy shuttle in your bedroom. Condenser mic are too sensitive for a simply home use.
how do you get the download to work on windows????/
Well th'ats alright, I found a good mic and have been messing with it, so I found a good solution. Thanks either way though ^^
hey can i ask u something?
is there a way where u can record and listen to what your recording at the same time ?
i have a mac !
yes by plugging your headphones directly into the microphone.
It's still kind of soft. I usually boost it in Audacity and then reduce noise, but it's never good enough for my needs. @idubbbzTV uses a Samson mic and his audio is great. I have no idea how he does it.
Samson Sound Deck by Andrea Electronics is an inexpensive program that boosts the sound level and gives noise reduction.
i have windows how does it work
My Samson CO1U Doesn't Make Sounds At All .. Help Me Out Please
THe link doesnt work anymore?
Do you think this mic is the best for its price range?
it still is!
how much is this in RM?
the link dosent work :'(
Whenever i record the mic is delayed , can anyone tell me how to fix it please
Yes...which daw you recording in?
saw this mike this mourning I knew something is wrong so i pick M-audio micro instead.
Mine is overly bassed. Anyone knows how I can fix this?
Step back
Caution. Issues on Windows 10. No sound output. No solution exists as far as I know. Returned what I was hoping would be a great microphone
*Gets hopes up and searches computer for SoftPre*
*Finds no such file exists* :(
thats why i kept getting awful sound quality... thanks alot
*High five back!
What about windows
Right click on speker symbol @ system tray >> Recording devices >> properties >> Levels .. sry i am in a hurry :p
My sound is only shit on skype.
How???
Same prob skype really sucks discord is much petter but the problem is discord don\t have that webcam function
maybe skype uses another mic then your pc check the settings
When the mic sound is too low click (windows) on the audio output boutton with right klick then on input and then you will shit bricks
you sound like the guy from iPhoneArena xD
I use the Samson C01u for my vocals in mixcraft pro studio 6. If you wanna learn how to master vocals using this microphone in mixcraft check out my channel! Please check out my channel if you plan on using mixcraft for your songs!
None of this helped whatsoever. I'm taking this microphone out to the backyard so I can destroy it with an axe and go buy a dynamic mic that actually works
Audacity :)
Sorry, but pretty much. No