Samson Meteor Mic - Large Diaphragm (25mm) Cardioid USB Microphone with Headphone Output and Foldable Legs

Samson Meteor Mic - Large Diaphragm (25mm) Cardioid USB Microphone with Headphone Output and Foldable Legs

The Samson Meteor Mic is a large-diaphragm (25mm) USB condenser microphone designed for podcasting, streaming, video calls and home studio . Its cardioid polar pattern focuses the voice and reduces off-axis noise, while the 16-bit / 44.1–48 kHz conversion and a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz guarantee clear and natural recordings directly on your computer, without drivers ( plug & play ). It includes a zero-latency headphone output with volume control and mute switch on the microphone itself, as well as a tri-color status/clip LED .

Its foldable design allows you to adjust the angle on a table in seconds and transport it easily; it also includes a 5/8" thread for mounting on an arm or stand. It works with PC/Mac and is compatible with iPhone/iPad via the Apple USB Camera Adapter. It comes with a USB cable and case , ready to start recording.

Main features

• Large 25mm diaphragm with cardioid pattern for focused pickup and good side rejection.
• 16-bit / 44.1–48 kHz digital audio with 20 Hz–20 kHz response for clear, balanced sound.
• Direct monitoring via 3.5 mm headphones with level control and mute on the front.
• Tri-color LED (on/mute/clip) to avoid clipping when recording.
• Folding leg design and 5/8" thread for mounting on arm or stand.
• Plug & play on Windows and macOS; compatible with iPhone/iPad via Lightning–USB adapter.
• Chrome-finished metal body ; includes USB cable and case .

Product benefits

• Immediate improvement over the laptop's built-in microphone: more presence and voice intelligibility.
• Complete control right on the mic : latency-free listening, headphone volume, and mute at your fingertips.
• True portability : folding legs, included case and bus-powered USB connection.
• Versatile for podcasts , streaming , video calls , voice-overs , and music demos.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does the microphone itself have a gain control? Microphone gain is adjusted in the operating system or in your DAW . The front knob controls the headphone volume , and the dedicated button mutes the microphone .
• Can I monitor without delay? Yes, the headphone output offers zero-latency monitoring .
• Does it work with iPhone/iPad? Yes, using the Apple USB Camera Adapter (Lightning/USB).

Description for projects

25 mm large-diaphragm condenser USB microphone; cardioid ; response 20 Hz–20 kHz ; 16-bit / 44.1–48 kHz conversion; max. SPL 120 dB ; 3.5 mm TRS headphone output ( 85 mW at 16 Ω , headphone impedance 16 Ω); controls: headphone volume and mute ; tri-color LED (on/mute/clip); USB 5 V power supply (≈70 mA standby / 100 mA peak); 5/8" thread; foldable design; dimensions 49 × 100 mm ; weight 263 g ; includes USB cable and case ; compatible with Windows/macOS and iOS (with adapter).