Samson CL8a Large Diaphragm Studio Condenser Microphone Multi-Pattern Polar Pattern

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Large diaphragm studio condenser microphone with multi-pattern polar pattern.

Model: CL8a large diaphragm studio condenser microphone.

The Samson CL8a is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone featuring a balanced condenser capsule that delivers a detailed sound. It is equipped with three directional characteristics (multi-pattern), a rugged cast construction, and tuned electronics. This complete package is ideal for home, project, and professional studios as an all-purpose tool to master any situation.

Its ability to capture sound events in a nuanced way makes the CL8a the perfect microphone for lead singers, flutes, acoustic guitars, and even basses.

Application:

  • Studio recording
  • Live performance
  • Audio for video
  • Podcasting and streaming

Specifications:

  • Large 1.1" diaphragm with shock-absorbing suspension
  • Diaphragm thickness: 4 microns (gold damped)
  • Three selectable polar patterns: cardioid, bidirectional, and omnidirectional
  • Switchable high-pass filter: 12 dB/100 Hz
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
  • Maximum sound pressure level: 147 dB (pad off)
  • Switchable 10 dB pad for extreme sound levels
  • Microphone connector: 3-pin, gold-plated XLR
  • 36 - 52 Volt phantom power operation
  • Die-cast housing
  • Accessories: Bracket
  • Dimensions: 174 x 53 mm
  • Weight: 0.52 kg.

Key specifications

Microphone type
Studio microphone
Microphone Application
LivePodcastingStudio

General information

Item number
24157233
Manufacturer
Samson
Category
Microphones
Manufacturer no.
SACL8A
Release date
24.11.2022

Microphone properties

Microphone type
Studio microphone
Microphone Application
LivePodcastingStudio
Polar pattern
BallBi-directional or Figure of 8Cardioid
Sound Pressure Level
147 dB
Frequency range
20 - 20 Hz

Power supply

Power supply
Phantom Power Supply

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂ emissions
16.74 kg
Climate contribution
CHF 0.39

Product dimensions

Length
174 mm
Width
174 mm
Diameter
53 mm
Height
174 mm
Weight
520 g

Package dimensions

Length
24.80 cm
Width
10.80 cm
Height
6.70 cm
Weight
688 g

30-day right of return
24 Months Warranty (Bring-in)

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Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Microphones» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 24.Sennheiser
    1.5 %
  • 26.Thomson
    1.6 %
  • 27.Samson
    1.7 %
  • 28.Deltalabs
    1.9 %
  • 29.Saramonic
    2 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

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  • 14.HyperX
    3 days
  • 14.Shure
    3 days
  • 16.Audio-Technica
    5 days
  • 16.DJI
    5 days
  • 18.Samson
    11 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Microphones» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 23.Shure
    4.3 %
  • 24.Ulanzi
    4.8 %
  • 25.Samson
    5.6 %
  • 26.Boya
    6.4 %
  • 27.PhoneLook
    7.1 %
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