Samson C01 OWNER'S MANUAL

Studio Condenser Microphone

PROFESSIONAL MICROPHONES

C01

AUDIO

Table Of Contents

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Introduction 1
C01 Features 2
Operating the C01 3

Powering the C01 3
Polar Pattern 3

Microphone Placement 3
Setting up the Signal Level 4
P-Popping 4
Stand Mounting the C01 4
Using the Optional SP01 Shock-mount 5

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Introduction 6
Présentation des fonctions du C01 7
Utilisation du C01 8

Mise sous tension du C01 8

Directivité 8

Placement du micro 8

Réglage du niveau du signal 9

Bruits de Pop 9

Installation sur pied 9

Suspension anti-choc SP01 “Spider” optionnelle 10

DEUTSCHE

Einleitung 11
C01 Features 12
C01 bedienen 13

C01 mit Spannung versorgen 13

Richtcharakteristik 13

Mikrofonplatzierung 13

Signalpegel einstellen 14

Pop-Geräusche 14

Ständermontage 14
Der optionale SP01 “Spider”Anti-Schock 15

ESPAÑOL

Introducción 16
Funciones y características del C01 17
Utilizar el C01 18

Alimentación del C01 18
Patrón polar 18
Ubicación del micrófono 18
Ajustar el nivel de la señal 19
Chasquido de P 19
Montaje en pie 19

Utilizar el aislante de golpes SP01 “Spider” opcional 20

Specifications 21

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Samson C01 studio condenser. The
C01 features a large, 19mm ultra thin diaphragm capsule which faithfully repro­duces a variety of sound sources including vocals, acoustic instruments and
overhead cymbals to name a few. The extended frequency and fast transient
response insures an accurate reproduction with linier characteristics from bot­tom to top.

In these pages, you’ll find a detailed description of the features of the C01
Studio Condenser Microphone, as well as step-by-step instructions for its setup
and use, and full specifications.You’ll also find a warranty card enclosed—
please don’t forget to fill it out and mail it in so that you can receive online tech­nical support and so we can send you updated information about these and
other Samson products in the future.

With proper care and adequate air circulation, your C01 will operate trouble free
for many years. We recommend you record your serial number in the space pro­vided below for future reference.

Serial number:

Date of purchase:

Should your unit ever require servicing, a Return Authorization number (RA)
must be obtained before shipping your unit to Samson. Without this number, the
unit will not be accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON (1-800-372-

6766) for a Return Authorization number prior to shipping your unit. Please
retain the original packing materials and if possible, return the unit in the origi­nal carton and packing materials.

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C01 Features

• Large Diaphragm Studio Condenser

• 19mm Capsule with 3-micron diaphragm

• Smooth and transparent sound reproduction

• Hyper Cardioid Pick-Up Pattern

• 36-52 Volt Phantom Power Operation with Blue LED

• Internal Shock-mount

• Extended frequency response

• Solid Die Cast Construction

• Swivel Stand Mount and Carry Case included

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Operating the C01

Powering the C01

The C01 is a condenser microphone and therefore needs to be operated by
connecting a phantom power supply. Phantom power is standard on most quali­ty mixers, outboard mic-pres and hard disk recorders. If necessary an external
phantom supply can also be used. The C01 receives the phantom power directly
from a mic cable when connected to a mixer or other microphone input that
includes a phantom supply. The power is actually sent OUT of the microphone
INPUT, riding silently along with the audio signal. (Fairly mysterious, eh?) Most
mixers have a switch to engage the phantom power so be sure to check that the
phantom power is on. The C01 features a blue LED, which will illuminate when
phantom power is present.

Polar Pattern

The most important characteristic of any microphone is its directionality or “pick­up pattern”. There are three basic categories of pick up patterns; omni, bi and
uni-directional. Omni mics pick up sound from all directions, bi-directional (fig­ure 8) mics pick up the sound directly in front and back of the microphone while
rejecting the sound on the left and right sides, and uni-directional (cardioid) mics
pick up the sound in front of the microphone.

While omni and bi-directional microphones are very useful for a variety of appli­cations, the majority of micing situations in recording and live sound require uni­directional or cardioid microphones. The uni-directional nature allows for better
separation of instruments in the studio and more control over feedback in live
sound reinforcement. The C01 condenser’s pick-up pattern is hyper-cardioid,
which offers even more side-to-side rejection. When positioned correctly the
hyper-cardioid pick-up pattern allows you to pick up more of the sound you want
and less of the sound you don’t want.

Microphone Placement

In order to maximize the sound quality, you must pay careful attention to the
placement of your C01 and how it is positioned for the instrument or vocalist
that you are micing. All microphones, especially uni-directional or cardioid micro­phone exhibit a phenomenon known as proximity effect. Very simply put, prox­imity effect is a resulting change in the frequency response of a microphone
based on the position of the mic capsule relative to the sound source.
Specifically, when you point a cardioid mic directly at the sound source (on axis)
you will get the best frequency response, however when you start pointing the
microphone slightly away (off axis) you will notice the low frequency response
dropping off and the microphone will start to sound thinner.

For most vocals application you’ll want to position the microphone directly in
front of the talent. The same may be true for micing instruments, however, you

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can make some pretty amazing equalization adjustments by slightly changing
the angle of the capsule to the sound source. This can be a very useful tech­nique in capturing the optimum sound of drum set, acoustic guitar, piano or
other instruments in a live room or sound stage. Experimentation and experi­ence are the best teachers in getting good sounds, so plug in!

Setting Up the Signal Level

When connecting the C01 to a mixer or recorder input, be sure that the input is
of microphone level. Also, be sure that the phantom power is engaged as
explained the previous section “Powering the C01”. Most mixers and recorders
of reasonable quality will offer a microphone input with mic trim (usual called
Tr im or Gain) control. The purpose of the mic trim control is to optimize the
amount of good signal to any noise associated with the mixers electronics. A
good mic pre with trim also will have a PEAK or CLIP LED. To set a good level
on the mic, set the C01 up in front of the desired sound source and slowly raise
the mic trim control until you see the PEAK LED light up. Then, turn the mix
trim control down until the LED does not light any more. On most mixers the
ideal setting is that the trim control is turned up as much as possible without
lighting the PEAK LED.

P-Popping

P-Popping is that annoying pop that you can get when the microphone
diaphragm gets a blast of air from a vocalist pronouncing words with the letter
“P” included. There are a few ways to deal with the problem including using an
external pop filter. Some famous engineers have relied on an old nylon stocking
over a bent clothes hanger, which actually works very well. You can also try
placing the microphone slightly off axis (on a slight angle) from the vocalist.
This can often solve the problem without using an external pop filter.

Stand Mounting the C01

The C01 can be mounted to a standard microphone stand using the included
swivel mount adapter. If you are using a US 5/8” mic stand, you will need to
remove, by unscrewing, the Euro stand adapter. Simply screw on the swivel
adapter on your mic stand or boom arm. Now, loosen the thumbscrew and
adjust the microphone to the desired angle. Once set, tighten the thumbscrew to
secure the microphone in place.

Operating the C01

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Using the Optional SP01 “Spider” Shock-Mount

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Using the Optional SP01 Shock-Mount

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For additional isolation the C01 can be fit­ted on the optional SP01 “Spider” shock
mount. Follow the steps below the to
install the SP01.

• First, screw the SP01 shock mount

onto your mic stand or boom arm. If
you’re using a US 5/8” mic stand or
boom, remove the Euro adapter.

• Remove the C01 swivel mount by

rotating the threaded collar counter­clockwise as shown in figure 1.

• Install the C01 into the SP01 by fitting

the microphone into the center of the
web, positioning the C01 onto the bot­tom mounting plate.

• Secure the SP01 by reinstalling the

threaded collar, rotating clockwise
until tight. (Figure 2)

•Now, loosen the thumb screw to

adjust the angle of the microphone
and position the C01 to the desired
location. Once set, tighten the thumb­screw to secure the microphone in
place.

Note:

Be careful not to cross thread
or over tighten the threaded collar or
thumb screw.

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THREADED
COLLAR

SP01
SHOCK MOUN

THUMB
SCREW

THREADED
COLLAR

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Introduction

Nous vous remercions de la confiance que vous nous témoignez en choisissant
le micro à condensateur de studio C01 Samson. Le C01 est équipé d’une cap­sule à grand diamètre (19 mm) ultra-fine capable de reproduire fidèlement une
grande variété de sources sonores, dont les voix, les instruments acoustiques
voire les cymbales (en Overhead au-dessus de la batterie), pour ne citer que
ces applications. Ce micro se caractérise en outre par une réponse en fréquen­ce étendue et une réponse aux transitoires parfaitement maîtrisée, assurant
toutes deux une reproduction fidèle des fréquences les plus basses aux plus
aiguës.

Dans ce manuel, vous trouverez une description détaillée des caractéristiques
de ce micro à condensateur de studio C01, des instructions pas à pas pour son
installation et son utilisation, ainsi que toutes les précisions sur ses caractéris­tiques techniques. Une carte de garantie est également fournie avec l’appareil.
N’oubliez pas de la remplir et de nous l’envoyer afin de bénéficier de l’assistan­ce technique en ligne et d’être informé des dernières informations concernant
ce produit et toute la gamme des produits Samson.

Une manipulation soigneuse et une bonne ventilation de l’appareil garantiront
une fiabilité totale du C01 pendant de nombreuses années. Nous vous invitons
à noter le numéro de série ci-dessous, afin de pouvoir vous y référer ultérieure­ment.

Numéro de série :

Date d’achat :

Si votre appareil nécessite une réparation, vous devez tout d’abord obtenir un
numéro d’autorisation avant de renvoyer l’appareil à Samson. À défaut de ce
numéro, l’appareil ne sera pas accepté.Veuillez appeler le service après vente
Samson au numéro suivant :
1-800-3SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) pour obtenir votre numéro d’autorisation et
pouvoir renvoyer l’appareil. Conservez les éléments d’emballage d’origine ; utili­sez-les si possible pour l’expédition et pour tout transport de l’appareil.