Owner's Manual
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Samson G-Track Pro USB Microphone with Audio Interface. The G-Track Pro features dual 1” ultra thin capsules with selectable polar patterns, onboard 24-bit 96kHz Analog-to-Digital converter and USB output. Plus, the G-Track Pro features a built-in audio interface with headphone output allowing you to connect your electric guitar or bass, keyboards, drum machines and just about any other signal source.
G-Track Pro Callouts 1. Capsule – Dual, 1-inch (25mm) diaphragms 2. Pattern Switch – Select from one of the three pick-up patterns: Omnidirectional, Cardioid, Figure-8 3. Recording Select Switch – The slide switch allows you to select the different recording modes: Mono: Microphone input and instrument input are mixed together and sent to the computer as a mono signal. 2-Track: Microphone input and intsrument input are sent to the computer on separate tracks. 4.
G-Track Pro Callouts 10. DIRECT MONITOR On/Off Switch – This switch turns the direct monitor on and off. This switch does not affect the audio from the computer. 11. Headphone Output – 3.5mm stereo jack for connecting headphones or studio monitors. The headphone output provides a mix of the direct signal (if enabled) from the microphone and the audio playback from the computer. 12.
Quick Start Follow this simple quick start for a typical set-up to start recording. Using the G-Track Pro with a computer 1. Position the G-Track Pro on your desktop by using the included microphone base. 2. Set the G-Track Pro’s pattern switch. If you are recording a single person, set the switch to the Cardioid position and be sure to face the front side, with the Samson logo.
Connecting to a Computer Using the G-Track Pro with Windows Computers 1. Connect the G-Track Pro to the computer using the included USB cable. 2. From the Start Menu, open the Control Panel and select Sound. 3. Click the Recording tab and select the Samson G-Track Pro as the audio input device. 4. Set the Output sample rate by clicking the Properties button and selecting the Advanced tab. 5. Set the G-Track Pro as the output device by clicking the Playback tab and selecting the Samson G-Track Pro.
Setting Levels You can adjust the G-Track Pro’s internal analog input gain stage by using the G-Track Pro’s INSTRUMENT and MIC level control knobs. The purpose of the level, (or gain) controls are to optimize the amount of good signal relative to any associated noise. The G-Track Pro preamp includes a clip indicator to show when the input signal is overdriving or clipping the input. To set a good level on the mic: 1.
About Polar Patterns An important characteristic of any microphone is its directionality or polar pattern. The G-Track Pro feature dual 1” capsules, allowing for a choice of three individual polar patterns: omnidirectional, unidirectional (cardioid), and bidirectional (figure-8). The microphone pattern can be selected using the three-position slide switch below the left side of the grill.
Direct Monitor The G-Track Pro has a simple, yet sophisticated direct monitor system, which provides zero latency monitoring. What’s Latency, and what’s Zero Latency, and why do I need it? Latency is the delay time between record and playback that all computer software has when recording and monitoring simultaneously. Simply stated, when recording, the computer software needs to recognize the input signal, then crunch a bunch of numbers and then send the signal through to the output.
Specifications Element Type Dual back electret condenser Diaphragm Width/Thickness 25mm/3 microns Polar Pattern Cardioid (unidirectional), bidirectional (figure-8), omnidirectional Frequency Response 50Hz–20kHz Max Sensitivity +6dB FS/PA (all polar patterns) Max. SPL 120dB SPL Bit Depth/Sample Rate 16 or 24-bit/ Up to 96kHz Digital Output USB Headphone Output/ 1/8” (3.
Important Safety Information Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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