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 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. Status Indicator – The three color Power/Clip/Mute LED lights green to indicate power, flashes red when the input signal is clipping, and lights amber when the microphone is muted. 5.
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 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 To set a good level on the mic: Set the G-Track Pro up in front of the desired sound source and slowly raise the MIC volume control until you see the CLIP indicator light red. 2. Then, turn the MIC volume control down until the indicator no longer lights red. 3. Repeat the same process for the instrument. Play your instrument or line level device at a performance level, and slowly turn up the INSTRUMENT volume control until the CLIP indicator lights red. 4.
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 ITALIANO ESPAÑOL DEUTSCHE MONITOR ON/OFF Switch When listening back to your recording during a mixing session, or if you want to only hear the G-Track Pro’s inputs after it has gone through your computer software effects, you may want to turn the Direct Monitor off. To turn the Direct Monitor off, move the DIRECT MONITOR switch on the rear of the G-Track Pro to the OFF position, you hear only the playback from your computer software, in stereo, with no input signal.
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/Impedance 1/8” (3.
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