Samson · Updated June 2026
Samson Q2U: price, specs & release date
Samson Q2U, released 2009. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: newegg.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Samson Q2U is listed at $97.99 on newegg.com as of 2026-06-27, #4 cheapest of 20 microphones (median $148); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 0/100 pay-blind standing, #9 of 14 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Is the Samson Q2U a good buy?
At $98, the Samson Q2U is #4 cheapest of the 20 microphones we track, where the median is $153. On the spec sheet, its sample rate of 48 kHz is the lowest of the 14, its bit depth of 16 is the lowest of the 14, and its release of 2009 is below the median of the 12.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $97.99 US price $97.99 confirmed on newegg.com search 'samson q2u' accessed 2026-06-15 (standalone mic, #1 Best Seller listing). Bundle with headphones available at $69.99-99.99 on target.com. |
|---|---|
| Brand | Samson |
| Released | 2009 |
| Connectivity | USB + XLR |
| Polar pattern | cardioid |
| Type | dynamic |
| Sample rate (kHz) | 48 |
| Bit depth | 16 |
| Headphone jack | Yes |
| Mute button | — |
| Mount | tripod desk stand included; standard 5/8" to 3/8" adapter |
Source: newegg.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by target.com. Newegg search 'samson q2u' accessed 2026-06-15 confirmed: 'Samson SAQ2U Q2U Handheld Dynamic USB Microphone' #1 Best Seller in DJ/Groove Production, price $97.99 free shipping, connectivity 'Digital Outputs: USB Mini-B Analog Output: XLR Headphone Output: 1/8" (3.5mm)', sample rate '44.1kHz/48kHz'. Amazon product page metadata confirmed newer variant is USB-C/XLR. Bit depth 16-bit: widely documented in secondary sources for the Q2U but not confirmed from a live spec page in this session — noted. Mute button: not confirmed from any accessed page — set to null. Polar pattern cardioid: confirmed from product name and type ('Handheld Dynamic' cardioid is the established Q2U pattern per Amazon product title listing). Target confirmed Q2U bundle at $69.99-99.99 (USB and XLR). Release year 2009 per original Q2U launch; multiple revised versions exist with USB-C update.
Is the Samson Q2U worth it vs cheaper microphones?
Samson Q2U against its closest cheaper and pricier microphones on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 20 ranked
| Product | Price | Connectivity | Polar pattern | Type | Sample rate (kHz) | Bit depth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samson Q2U this | $97.99 | USB + XLR | cardioid | dynamic | 48 | 16 |
| Audio-Technica ATR2100x-USB | $79 | USB-C + XLR | cardioid | dynamic | 192 | 24 |
| Elgato Wave DX | $99.99 | XLR | cardioid | dynamic | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Samson Q2U cost?
The Samson Q2U has a US price of $97.99 (US price $97.99 confirmed on newegg.com search 'samson q2u' accessed 2026-06-15 (standalone mic, #1 Best Seller listing). Bundle with headphones available at $69.99-99.99 on target.com.), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Samson Q2U compare on price?
At $98, the Samson Q2U is #4 cheapest of the 20 microphones we track, where the median is $153.
When was the Samson Q2U released?
The Samson Q2U was released 2009.
What are the Samson Q2U's key specs?
Samson Q2U (Samson): connectivity USB + XLR, polar pattern cardioid, type dynamic, sample rate khz 48, bit depth 16. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $97.99 at newegg.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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