Product Description
Capture outstanding studio-quality audio for your podcasting, YouTube videos, game streaming, Skype calls, and music creation with the Blue Microphones Snowball USB microphone in electric blue. It's part of the world's most popular USB microphone family. Snowball and Snowball iCE use industry-leading Blue condenser capsule technology to send 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 top-notch quality. Features include a unique two-condenser-capsule design for capturing vocals, music, podcasts, gaming, and more. It offers cardioid, omni, and cardioid with pad pickup options. The package includes a fully adjustable metal mic stand and a USB cable. It's plug-and-play compatible with both Mac and PC. Specifications: Transducer Type - Condenser, Pressure Gradient With USB digital output; Polar Patterns - Cardioid or Omnidirectional; Frequency Response - Position 1 - 3: 40 – 18 kHz; Sample/word Rate - 44.1 kHz/16 bit; Weight - 460g; Dimensions - 325mm (circumference). System Requirements: Windows - Windows 7, 8.1, or 10, USB 1.1/2.0/3.0; Macintosh - macOS 10.10 or higher, USB 1.1/2.0/3.0.
Using your Blue Microphones Snowball USB microphone is a breeze. First, connect it to your computer using the provided USB cable. It works with both Mac and PC, so just plug it in and it should be recognized right away. No need to install any complicated software. You're ready to start recording your podcast, streaming your game, or making music. When using it, make sure to position it correctly according to the pickup pattern you've chosen. The cardioid pattern is great for focusing on the sound in front of the mic, like your voice. The omni pattern picks up sound from all directions. For the best results, use the adjustable metal mic stand to place the mic at the right height and angle. As for maintenance, keep the microphone clean by gently wiping it with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid getting it wet or exposing it to extreme temperatures. Store it in a safe place when not in use to prevent any damage. And if you run into any issues, check the system requirements to make sure your computer meets them.
