Key Features USB (Universal Serial Bus) studio condenser microphone Large, 19mm diaphragm ensures pristine studio-quality audio Headphone output for zero-latency monitoring Smooth, flat frequency response of 20 Hz–18k Hz Peak LED indicator In 2005, Samson introduced the world’s first USB (Universal Serial Bus) studio condenser microphone, the C01U. Today, we’re expanding on its revolutionary design with the new C01U Pro. Now with a headphone output for zero-latency monitoring & an improved signal-to-noise ratio, the C01U Pro ensures the natural warmth & detail of vocal and instrumental performances are captured in all your digital recordings. The C01U Pro is the most convenient way to get high-quality audio on your computer. Its large, 19mm diaphragm captures all the subtle nuances of your voice in a variety of applications. Whether you’re a musician or aspiring video or podcast producer, the C01U Pro will instantly increase the audio quality of your musical recordings, You Tube videos & podcasts. It also makes for superior singersongwriter demos & accurate speech-to-text results. In addition, the mic element is shock-mounted within a solid die-cast metal construction to minimize unwanted handling noise/vibrations on your recordings. The C01U Pro comes complete with a tripod stand & swivel mount. The microphone features plug-&-play operation (no driver installation required) so you can start recording immediately. The C01U Pro is also compatible with iPads and iPhones (4S & later) using Apple’s Lightning USB (Universal Serial Bus) Camera Adapter or Camera Connection Kit (30-pin).