The [[http://www.samsontech.com/products/productpage.cfm?prodid=1810|Samson C01U]] USB Studio Condenser is a microphone to connect directly with your PC.

From the product page:

Plug in and start recording. No extra gear needed!
   * Plug in and start recording. No extra gear needed!
   * Everything you need for recording audio on a computer
   * 16-Bit resolution, 44.1-48kHz sampling
   * Cardioid pickup pattern
   * Large 19mm diaphragm
   * Smooth, flat frequency response
   * Includes desktop mic stand, mic clip, USB cable and carry pouch

Works perfectly on Ubuntu Lucid 10.04.

  * [[http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/jun06/articles/samsonc01u.htm|Sound on Sound review]]
  * [[http://vxlabs.com/2013/04/24/samson-c01u-usb-condenser-microphone-on-ubuntu-12-04/|Using on Ubuntu]]



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