Product Description
Capture top - notch studio - quality audio effortlessly with the Blue Snowball USB microphone. Ideal for podcasting, YouTube videos, game streaming, Skype calls, and music creation, it's part of the world's most popular USB microphone family. Snowball and Snowball iCE are equipped with industry - leading Blue condenser capsule technology, delivering a natural sound straight to your desktop. With a simple USB connection and plug - and - play operation, you don't need any extra equipment. Just plug it in and start recording and streaming in outstanding quality. Key features include a unique two - condenser - capsule design for capturing vocals, music, podcasts, and gaming. It offers cardioid, omni, and cardioid with pad pickup options. Comes with a fully adjustable metal mic stand and a USB cable. It's plug - and - play compatible with both Mac and PC. Specifications include a condenser transducer type with USB digital output, cardioid or omnidirectional polar patterns, a frequency response of 40 – 18 kHz in positions 1 - 3, a sample/word rate of 44.1 kHz/16 bit, a weight of 460g, and a circumference of 325mm. System requirements are Windows 7, 8.1, or 10 with USB 1.1/2.0/3.0 and macOS 10.10 or higher with USB 1.1/2.0/3.0.
Using your Blue Snowball USB microphone is a breeze. First, connect the USB cable to your computer. Whether you're using a Windows or Mac, as long as it meets the system requirements, it'll recognize the mic right away and you can start using it immediately. For different recording needs, you can choose the appropriate pickup option like cardioid for focused sound or omni for a more all - around capture. When setting up, adjust the metal mic stand to the right height and angle for the best sound quality. As for maintenance, keep the microphone clean by gently wiping it with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or moisture. Also, make sure to unplug it properly when not in use to prolong its lifespan. If you're using it for long - term projects, take breaks to prevent overheating and ensure consistent performance.
