Forget screaming through the door and using wild hand gestures to tell the drummer to quiet down on the next take; Radial Engineering's Studio-Q Talk-Back Interface with Built-In Mic is a simple, compact system which makes communication between the artist and engineer/producer convenient in the recording studio.

The Q has an onboard mic for saving that SM57 for micing the snare, or an XLR input for a tabletop mic that makes you look more producer-y; each mic has a designated trim control. The program signal path is balanced for easy integration with most desks, and you can set its volume with the level control on the front panel. For remote control, the JR1 mute footswitch (available separately) can be connected via a jack.

When the Q is activated for talkback, the program volume reduces to its preset level, for more streamlined communication. Lastly, the Studio Q has an output for sending a dry contact to a beacon for getting those shoegazer bands' attention.

Simple Interface and Connectivity    Onboard Microphone    XLR Input for External Mic Connection    Designated Trim Pots for Each Mic    Remote Switching Capabilities    Balanced Program Signal Path    Dry Contact Output for Beacon Connection

• Simple interface
• Straightforward connectivity for easy setup
• Can use onboard microphone or desktop mic
• Designated trim pots for each mic
• Remote switching capabilities with the JR1 mute footswitch (available separately)
• Balanced program signal path
• Dry contact output for beacon connection

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How close do you have to be for it to pick up the sound? I need a mic for a classroom with remote instructor.

A: The Samson G-Track Pro USB Microphone is a condenser style microphone and it should be placed approximately 6 to 12 inches from the mouth for the best audio quality. If you need a microphone to pick up sound from several feet away, you can use a boundary microphone. If you are looking for a USB microphone, you can use models such as the MXL AC-404 Portable USB Boundary Conferencing Microphone (B&H # MXAC404), the Polsen Omnidirectional USB Boundary Microphone with Mute (B&H # POUSOB33), or the CAD U7 Omnidirectional USB Boundary Microphone (B&H # CAU7).

Q: 2. What case options do you recommend for this?

A: As luck would have it, I had a Tamrac lens pouch that was a bit too large for any of my camera lenses. However, it was precisely the right size (diameter and height) to house my H3-VR with attached foam windscreen. The mic is held securely and the padded pouch protects against any potential bumps. You might want to consider a lens pouch as your H3-VR case. Works perfectly for me.

Q: 3. does this come with a mic stand adapter?

A: Hello, Thank you for contacting Samson Technologies. This item does include an adapter to attach your microphone to any standard microphone stand. If you have any other questions or inquiries, please let me know at any time. Best Regards, James

Q: 4. Can you plug this mic into a thunderbolt connection with an adapter?

A: Hello, Thank you for contacting Samson Technologies. This connection should work for you if the Thunderbolt adapter is Apple certified! If you have any other questions or inquiries, please let me know at any time. Best Regards, James (Product Specialist)

Q: 5. Is it possible to record by connecting USB Power Bank to Zoom H3-VR?

A: YES

Q: 6. what is the length of the included USB cable ?

A: Hello, Thank you for contacting Samson Technologies. The included cable is 7 feet long. If you have any other questions or inquiries, please let me know at any time. Best Regards, James

Q: 7. What shock mount (or alternative) option would you recommend to use this as a handheld mic for location sound recording?

A: Here's a compatible shockmount B&H # RY41119 , and here's a recommend pistol grip for handheld use B&H # AUGRIP.

Q: 8. Can I plug a line out or radio lav mic output into the instrument input?

A: No. The input level for instruments is different than line level.

Q: 9. What wind protection kit will fit this? I would prefer a foam cover and then a fluffy

A: The zoom H3-VR comes in the box with a foam wind screen already included, if you are looking for a furry windscreen to help with wind noise the one in the link bellow is adjustable and it's the best fitting one from all the furry windscreens I've tried with this recorder. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1061957-REG/zoom_zwsu1_wsu_1_universal_hairy.html

Q: 10. can you record or use this as a mic for video meetings?

A: Yes. There is an output connection, which would allow a live audio feed to be included in a meeting.