Introduction And Features - Samson Q snare Owner's Manual

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the QSNARE Dynamic Percussion Microphone
from Samson Audio! Since we understand that the snare drum is the most important
and personal of all the drums in the kit, we carefully designed the QSNARE as a
complete solution specifically for snare drum miking applications. Special attention in
the construction of the neodymium element, together with precise capsule porting
produces a frequency response ideal for snare drum. Capturing the warm low fre-
quencies along with crisps highs, at extremely high sound pressure levels, the
QSNARE faithfully reproduces the complex snare sound that will let you cut through
the mix, or lay back in the pocket. Extremely sensitive, it employs a tight cardioid pat-
tern to reduce feedback and increase side-to side rejection in close miking situations.
In addition to the great sound, the QSNARE features an integral mounting clip that
easily installs on any standard drum rim. The multi-adjustable mounting clip allows
you to carefully position the mic and completely eliminates the need for external mic
stands which can be difficult to position around cymbal stands. Thanks to the great
sound and flexible mounting solution, the QSNARE excels in both live performance
and recording applications.
Should your microphone 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.
Features
The Samson QSNARE utilizes state-of-the-art microphone technology and is
engineered to the finest detail. Here are some of its main features:
• Neodymium, dynamic percussion microphone, designed from bottom to top,
specifically for snare drum applications.
• Extended frequency range, contoured and optimized for the reproduction of
snare drums providing warm low end and crisp high frequency response.
• Integral, multi-adjustable mounting clip allows the QSNARE to be easily
mounted on any standard drum rim, therefore eliminating the need for an addi-
tional mic stand.
• Tight cardioid polar pattern minimizes feedback problems and effectively
rejects signals from other drums in the kit.
• Capable of withstanding high SPLs lending itself to a wide range of close mik-
ing applications above and below the snare drum.
• Ultra sensitive neodymium element picks up all of the nuances of any perform-
ance.
• Lightweight and compact, the QSNARE can be mounted on any standard
snare drum and easily positioned to stay out of the way of your playing.
• Rugged ABS case construction ensures reliable performance in even the most
demanding environments.
• Included foam-lined, impact resistant carrying case for convenience when
transporting the QSNARE microphones from venue to venue.
• Gold plated XLR Connector.

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