Samson Q9U, Owner'S Manual

                                  Q9U • XLR/USB USB Dynamic Microphone                                  

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Follow this simple quick start for a typical set-up to start recording.

Using the Q9U with a computer

1. 

Mount the Q9u on your microphone stand according to your desired 
application.

2. 

Connect headphones to the Headphone output located at the end of the 
microphone body.

3. 

Plug the included USB cable into the Q9U and plug the other end of the cable into 
an available USB port on your computer 

4. 

Set the Q9U as the input and output audio device by following the steps in the 
section “Windows & macOS”. (page 7) 

5. 

Launch your recording software.

6. 

Set the low cut and mid switches to your desired setting based on application and 
personal preference.

7. 

Create an audio track in your DAW. Note: Input names may vary depending on 
software. 

8. 

Arm the track for recording.

9. 

Set the input levels of the microphone by following the steps in the section “Setting 
Levels”. 

10.  Set the direct monitor setting by following the steps in the section “Direct Monitor”. 

11.  While singing/speaking or playing your instrument into the Q9U, adjust the DAW 

input gain control until the audio output is at a reasonable level (not clipping or 
distorted). NOTE: if you hear “garbled” audio it indicates the Q9U’s sample rates do 
not match your software, review the section “Windows & macOS” and follow all the 
steps one by one). 

12.  Press the record button and start creating. 

Quick Start - Connect to a computer