Features:

  • Compact and portable USB studio condenser microphone
  • Unique, fold up design with integral clip makes the microphone extremely portable and ideal for most recording solutions, especially for mobile laptop recording
  • Selectable Dual pickup patterns (cardioid and omnidirectional) make it ideal for recording voice, conferences, acoustic instruments and for just about any other sound source
  • The onboard headphone amplifier allows you to listen to your recording directly from the microphone, plus you can use the output to connect powered speakers
  • Computer controlled analog input gain with peak LED makes it easy to set the proper level and get a clean signal
  • Compatible with most Mac and PC based audio software that supports USB Audio
  • Connect to an iOS device using an Apple Lightning to USB camera adapter (not included) or to an Android device with a host OTG Adapter (not included)
  • The GO MIC is perfect for recording voice or music, podcasting, streaming or chatting and VoIP
Believe the other reviews. This thing is A-W-E-S-O-M-E!

My initial impression of the Samson Go Mic I was surprised, pleasantly. The packaging is more like a $600 smartphone. The Go-Mic is small, metal, solid with a built-in clip/stand for laptop use or setting on a table for isolation. There is a mounting hole for a mic stand - this is not a standard camera mount size, sadly. Without reading anything, I connected it to my Chromebook (Acer C720) which runs Ubuntu 14.04 - the device was recognized automatically. Started audacity (most popular audio tool for Linux) and selected the Samson Go-Mic as input, hit record and began a test recording. If I didn't know better, I'd think this was a $200 device and the recording was made in an expensive studio (actually done while sitting in bed). All of this without setting any levels or doing any configuration. The hard shell case is cute too. Got it to record technical presentations both as screencasts, live demonstrations and as live presentations at conferences. Hopefully, I'll update this review after some more experience with it in different venues.

Small but mighty microphone!

This is one of the coolest, cutest, most portable microphones I've ever used. It has performance on par with a "Snowball" microphone, but in a much smaller size. I use the included mounting thread hole to attach it to my mic boom on my desk. If I need to take it somewhere, I just unscrew it, fold it up, and put it in my pocket. It runs on USB power and is very easy to install. On most systems it's just plug and play. My favorite features are that it has headphone jack for instant feedback and an status LED that will turn red if you're speaking too loudly. I love it and hope it lasts a lot longer than my Yeti!

I love this mic sooooo much

I love this mic sooooo much. It so cute, but packs great sound quality. I've owned several budget mics, and I would say this is the best thing before you decide to make the move up to something like the Yeti. Firstly, you have the three settings. I usually use the second one because it cancels the most noise, but having the choice is great. Then theres the fact that its so portable. It comes with a neat pouch that you can put the mic and cords in. I paired the mic with a Dragonpad pop filter and stand for a setup that's around $60. Note- you can even use this mic with android(what I record with on the go)!!! Of course, you would have to get an OTG cord(they're on amazon and ebay for around $5) and make sure your phone can handle the input. I use hi-qu, and its ready to record as soon as I plug into my phone without actually buying that weird interface app that $6.99. Just a hint for those who are like me and would sometimes rather record on your phone.

Samson does it again on the cheap...

Just an incredible deal! This thing has a clarity that even Blue's Snowflake and Yeti can't acheive on voices, and the clever "stand"/case is a feat of engineering. The base is not some flimsy plastic that won't stay put: it's a solid piece of metal that will serve to hold the thing whereever you want, just be careful the USB cord doesn't strain it. The compact zipper case can fit in a pocket...only caveat is that the case doesn't hold the USB mini cable (included)...it would be nice to have a place for that, but since USB has become so ubiquitous, most of us have USB cables of all types around the office and house and so u almost don't even need one most of the time... If you need a good mic for video/audio conferencing or podcasting, or for recording quick song ideas or music, look no further. This thing fits the bill at less than half the price of the nearest competitor, and does it better, IMO, in a better package. (and I've owned the Blue snowball and the Yeti).

Great Mic for the Price

I've been using this mic for over a year and it is still going strong. The slider on the side allows quick switches between modes depending on your environment and the mic manages to pick up clear sound in most scenarios. It is extremely portable and convenient as it comes with a carrying case and the stand built in can clamp onto most laptop screens or computer monitors as well as be used to set it on a desk or clamp it to a desk. This mic paired with a third party pop filter has been great for online gaming as well as video recordings. I've been able to record gameplays and edit the audio down to near perfection. I definitely recommend this to anyone on a budget, who moves a lot, or just needs something simple for recording or online voice chat.

Songwriters' Perspective

There are a lot of great reviews here already, which prompted me to purchase this mic, but it seemed the number of reviews for my particular use were lacking, so here's another review from a singer-songwriter perspective. Background: I have been playing music and writing songs for years, and I'm a gearhead so I already own tons of recording equipment in all shapes and sizes. You name a recording interface, I've probably owned it at some point, and I currently have a fully functional pc recording setup with a rackmounted pc and USB interface. That being said, I can't carry my setup around in my pocket. Inspiration can strike at anytime, and this mic is so small that I can put it in the case and fit it in my pocket with my cellphone and keys. The pics offer no perspective on how small it really is, but to be sure, this thing is TINY. I use REAPER as my DAW, and having used so many interfaces, I've done a fair share of troubleshooting to get devices to be recognized and function as they should, but this mic is truly plug-n-play. The mic has the omni switch on the side, which is a great feature and makes a world of difference depending on your application. The mic is super hot, and picks up sound beautifully in both modes. My intention was to have a small mic to plug in and record rough versions of "in progress" material, but just for kicks I plugged some earbuds into the headphone out to check out the direct monitoring. It works as advertised, but what I did not realize is that the pc sees the Go Mic as a mic input AND an audio output, so the headphone out can be used to monitor the WET signal from the DAW, which is GREAT news, since I like a little reverb and compression whenever possible, and it's nice to be able to eq to my taste. I add these FX in the chain so that I'm still recording just the dry signal from the mic, but I get to hear it in real time with whatever EQ and effects I like. I experienced no latency, but USB is USB, so any latency would be the fault of the computer rather than the mic anyhow. Depending on the environment you're recording in and on your proficiency in the post production department,it's easily possible to get high quality tracks using this mic. If someone says otherwise, it's either because they own much more expensive mics, whose existence they need to justify, or because they don't know what they're doing. This is not a $1k ribbon mic, but it does stand up to several mics all the way up to the $200 range. This mic sounds great, has an impressive form factor, and once you factor in the crazy low price, you really can't go wrong here. If it were lost or stolen, I'd order another one immediately without hesitation.

Using with headphones as a gaming "headset"

Using this in addition to an Audiotechnica ATH-M50X as a gaming headset. It works very well and has a 3.5mm jack to plug your headphones in where you can hear yourself talk over the mic which is nice. It can also be used without headphones, people understand me fine in directional mode even when using loud PC speakers. There's a bit of feedback when a cell phone is near. Not sure if this is an issue with all mics, or just this one. Maybe since it's so small it isn't shielded as well as it could be if it were larger. Overall this thing as been great. Would buy again and would recommend.

Great Quality Sound

This is a plug and play mic. For such a great price you can easily record podcasts or commentaries for Youtube videos. Having done both of those with this mic, I am very pleased with the sound quality that comes out of this small compact mic. I am able to use it with my Windows machine, as well as my Macbook. I use this with a free program Audacity and OBS. You can make presets for room noise and how much the mic will pic up. The mic has different setting allowing you to pick up ambient noise or just one side of the mic, for when you are recording by yourself. The -10 db is great for when you might have noise in the background, because it picks up sound in closer proximity to the mic. One of the best price purchases for someone who wants a good quality recording device, that can plug it in and immediately get to work.

Great tool for a teacher.

I am a math teacher and primarily use it to record examples or explanations of concepts that I post for my students to access at home or on their phones. The mic provides the ample volume and clarity I need and it is easily stowed away when not in use (little bit more difficult to do that with a Snow Ball). It's compact, convenient, and is a giant step up in audio quality from a $15 desktop microphone. Would definitely recommend for any teacher looking to post video/audio instructions or examples.

Extremely solid budget mic choice

I got this mic because my laptop's built-in webcam mic doesn't work. The clip design works very well for attaching to a laptop screen, but its weight can be problematic for units with weaker hinges. That's literally my only complaint about this mic. For $30 I got an astonishingly high-quality microphone that I've used for recording unsung vocals and Skype calls easily and without issue. I was and continue to be amazed at how good this thing was. I speak in the past tense because this microphone finally died on me today. It lasted two years and a month and a half. I take full responsibility for its untimely demise, as my friends and I handled it extremely roughly, often jostling the cable around in its port and otherwise exposing it to damage. Yet even still, for how sturdy and robust it was, I'm still half-expecting that little green light to come back on if I wiggle the cord around just right. tl;dr - If you're looking for a good budget mic, look no further. Samson's made something special with the Go.

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