Samson C03 - Multi-pattern condenser microphone (supercardioid/omni/figure-8) with high-pass filter and attenuator

Samson C03 - Multi-pattern condenser microphone (supercardioid/omni/figure-8) with high-pass filter and attenuator

The Samson C03 is a large-diaphragm studio condenser microphone offering three selectable polar patterns — supercardioid , omnidirectional , and figure-8 —to suit lead vocals, backing vocals, duets, acoustic instruments, or drum overheads . Its dual-capsule 19 mm design and wide 40 Hz–18 kHz response ensure detailed, natural sound, while the switchable 12 dB/100 Hz high-pass filter and -10 dB pad help control low-frequency rumble and high SPL sources (up to 142 dB SPL ). The C03 is phantom- powered ( 36–52 V compatible, 48 V typical) and features a power LED , gold-plated XLR connector , and internal shockmount capsules . It comes with a tilting shockmount and case ; it is compatible with the optional SP01 shockmount for added mechanical isolation.

Main features

• Selectable multi-pattern: supercardioid, omnidirectional and figure-8.
• Dual capsule: 19 mm (3 µm) diaphragms for fast transients and detail on vocals and instruments.
• Bass and headroom control: high-pass filter (12 dB/oct at 100 Hz) and −10 dB pad .
• High SPL: Handles up to 142 dB SPL , ideal for close proximity to powerful sources.
• Connectivity and reliability: Gold-plated XLR , phantom power LEDs , and metal construction.
• Accessories: Tilting stand and case included; SP01 (bumper suspension) optional .

Product benefits

• One microphone, many techniques: change the pattern to go from a focused voice to capturing ambience or two-sided duets.
• Cleaner takes: HPF reduces stage noise, footsteps, and rumble without EQing on the desk.
• No clipping: The −10 dB pad increases headroom before clipping on nearby instruments.
• Studio and live ready: Phantom power LEDs for at-a-glance visibility and suspended capsules that minimize handling.

Use cases

• Lead and backing vocals: Supercardioid for focus and rejection; Omni for backing vocals/ambience; Figure-8 for head-to-head duets.
• Acoustic instruments: guitar, strings, piano and drum overheads .
• Live and mobile recording: bass control and pad for reverberant stages and rooms.

Compatibility and mounting

Operates on 48V phantom power (36–52V compatible). Includes a standard threaded tilting mount and carrying case. For additional isolation and vibration reduction, the SP01 (optional accessory) is recommended.

Description for projects

Samson C03 large-diaphragm condenser microphone with selectable supercardioid/omni/figure-8 patterns; dual 19 mm capsule ; response 40 Hz–18 kHz ; sensitivity −40 dBV/Pa (10 mV/Pa) ; impedance 350 Ω ; self-noise 23 dB(A) ; max. SPL 142 dB ; dynamic range 119 dB ; HPF 100 Hz, 12 dB/oct ; pad −10 dB ; 48 V phantom power (36–52 V) ; phantom LED ; gold-plated 3-pin XLR . Dimensions 180 × 54 mm; weight 460 g. Includes tilting stand and case ; optional SP01 .