Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone, Aluminium
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- Legendary Blue broadcast sound – Two-capsule design gives your voice exceptional presence and detail for professional-level recording and streaming
- Multiple pickup patterns – The cardioid pattern is ideal for recording and streaming, while omni puts you “in the room” for conference calls
- Stylish, retro sesign – Record or stream in style with a classic design that looks elegant on your desktop and on camera
- 10 dB Pad – Keeps Snowball sounding clean and distortion-free on louder voices and instruments
- Adjustable desktop stand – Allows you to position the microphone in relation to the sound source, improving sound quality
Product description
Colour Name:Silver | Style Name:Mic Only | Pattern Name:SnowballProduct Description
Capture studio-quality audio for podcasting, YouTube videos, game streaming, Skype calls and music with the popular Snowball USB microphone. Snowball utilizes two custom mic capsules tuned for legendary Blue broadcast sound. The simple USB connection lets you plug right in and start recording and streaming in amazing quality.
Manufacturer’s Description
Create studio-quality recordings with Blue Microphone’s Snowball, a USB microphone with exceptional sound-capture capabilities. Using Blue Microphone’s award-winning dual-capsule and circuit design, the Snowball produces crisp, clean recordings that are free of feedback and distortion. A unique pattern switch allows you to toggle between three different settings, giving you the flexibility to record vocals, instrumental music, podcasts, interviews, and more. With a plug-and-play design that is both Mac and PC compatible, the Snowball requires no additional drivers and is ready to record straight out of the box.
Sleek, modern design and adjustable tripod let you record in style Three Different Recording Pattern Modes for Versatile RecordingUsing Blue Microphone’s proprietary dual-capsule technology, the Snowball can record a wide range of situations. Its multiple pattern capability makes it an ideal choice for recording music, podcasts, Skype conversations, and live chat. Depending on what kind of sound you are recording, you can choose from three distinct pattern modes:
- Cardioid mode: Well-suited to podcasts, sung vocals, and other voice work, cardioid mode records sound sources that are directly in front of the microphone. It delivers a rich, full-bodied sound.
- Cardioid mode with -10 dB PAD: The same as cardioid mode, except with a -10 dB attenuation that helps you capture louder sounds with higher fidelity.
- Omnidirectional mode: Omnidirectional mode picks up sound equally from all directions. It is best used in situations when you want to capture the ambience of “being there”–like a live recording of a band’s performance.
With a visual design inspired by classic recording equipment, the Snowball’s stylish, retro aesthetic will complement any computer system. Its metal grille and frame recall the look of old-timey microphones.
The Snowball comes with an adjustable tripod that lets you position the microphone in relation to the sound source, improving sound quality. It also features an LED indicator, which glows red when the microphone is powered.
Hassle-Free SetupThe Snowball requires no complicated drivers to operate; simply plug it into your computer’s USB port with the included USB cable, calibrate the microphone with your operating system, and you’re ready to record.
The microphone is compatible with Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP (Home and Professional), and Mac OS X (10.4.11 or higher), and requires a minimum of 64 MB of RAM.
Box Contains
SKU: | B002OO333Q |
Weight: | 0.1 g |
Dimensions: | 12.38 x 20 x 25.4 cm; 0.1 Grams |
Brand: | Blue Microphones |
Model: | 988-000068 |
Colour: | Silver |
Batteries Included: | No |
Manufacture: | Blue Microphones |
Colour: | Silver |
From the manufacturer
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Legendary Blue Broadcast Sound
Capture legendary Blue broadcast sound with exceptional presence and detail for podcasting, YouTube productions, game streaming, Skype calls and voice over work.
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Adjustable Desktop Stand
Position the microphone in relation to the sound source with Snowball’s adjustable metal tripod stand, improving sound quality while saving space on your desktop.
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-10 dB Pad
Maintain professional audio quality with a -10 dB pad in cardioid mode, which keeps Snowball sounding clean and distortion-free on louder voices and instruments.
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Multiple Pickup Patterns
The cardioid pattern is perfect for recording and streaming, while omni puts you “in the room” for conference calls.
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Blue Sherpa Companion App
Fine-tune your sound with deep control of Snowball. Manage your mic gain and more right from your desktop.
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Available in Three Bold Colors
Compliment your studio with one of Snowball’s three distinct finishes: Gloss Black, Brushed Aluminum and Textured White.
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Plug 'n Play on Mac and PC
Start recording quickly and easily with driver-free operation on Mac and PC.
Stylish, Retro Design
Snowball’s classic design looks great on your desktop and on camera
Pickup Pattern Selector
Switch between cardioid, omni, bidirectional and stereo pickup patterns
USB Output
Connect directly to your computer via the included USB cable
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Stylish, Retro Design
Record or stream in style with an eye-catching design inspired by classic recording equipment that looks great on your desktop and on camera.
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Two Versatile Pickup Patterns
Snowball offers two different pickup patterns to suit a variety of applications. Switch between cardioid and omni modes to get the best sound for any recording situation.
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Cardioid Mode
Perfect for podcasts with a single host, game streaming, Skype calls, vocal performances, voiceovers and instruments.
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Omnidirectional
Omnidirectional mode is best used in situations when you want to have a conference call with multiple participants in the same room, or a multi-person interview on a podcast.
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Accessorize Your Creative Space
Transform your desktop into a broadcast studio with the Compass broadcast boom arm and Ringer shockmount.
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Compass Premium Broadcast Boom Arm
Compass features a broadcast studio-grade design with enclosed aluminum construction, internal springs and hidden-channel cable management.
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Ringer Custom Shockmount
Ringer is a vintage-style suspension designed to isolate microphones from noise, shock and ambient vibration.
Comparison Table
Snowball iCE | Snowball | Yeti Nano | Yeti | Yeti Pro | |
Capsules | 1 Condenser | 2 Condensers | 2 Condensers | 3 Condensers | 3 Condensers |
Patterns | Cardioid | Cardioid, Omni | Cardioid, Omni | Cardioid, Omni,Figure-8,Stereo | Cardioid, Omni,Figure-8,Stereo |
Bit Depth/Sample Rate | 16-bit/44kHz | 16-bit/48kHz | 24-bit/48kHz | 16-bit/48kHz | 24-bit/192kHz |
Gain Control | – | -10dB PAD | Via desktop app | Yes | Yes |
Mute | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Headphone Output | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Headphone Volume | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Output | USB | USB | USB | USB | USB, XLR |