- Uniquely designed plug-and-play USB mic connects to either a Mac or PC
- Dual capsule design and unique three-pattern switch can handle everything from soft vocals to loud garage band
- Switchable mic patterns for a variety of recording applications, including podcasts
- Swivel mount located on the bottom center of the mic body
- No additional software required
Product Description
Includes: tripod stand.Blue Microphones Snowball – Round and white, the Snowball lives up to it’s name, and features a retro style that harkens back to the early days of audio. But on the inside, the Snowball represents only the most modern in microphone technology. Bringing you professional quality audio recording on the PC or Macintosh via USB. It’s perfect for everything from soft vocals to a loud garage band. It’s also ideal for professional sounding podcasts. P… More >>
Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone, White
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Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R3A3NPEGALRHJK Always hold it close to your mouth to eliminate echo and get that deep, rich satin voice you’re looking for!
Rating: 5 / 5
Okay, I own a lot of microphones. I am very picky when it comes to sound and I would gladly waste $40 in gas to return a microphone that just didn’t have the sound I expect. I was delighted to hear the quality of this USB mic! It has a great clarity to it, without being “tinny” or “crispy”, and without sacrificing on the lows either. No “boomy” or “hollow” sound, just a nice clean and full-range quality that I expect from my $500-range microphones (but thankfully, without having to fool with an audio interface or goofy proprietary driver software!) What a great find… plug it in and it is ready to record!!
If you are looking for an intelligent, clean, affordable microphone for voice-over projects, podcasts, quick-and-easy live recording (with your laptop, of course), or open-mic music composition before dragging all the gear out to record a full-blown multitrack, this is the best money can buy in this category. Not to mention, it looks great sitting on your desk! BLUE has definitely convinced me to buy again, solid construction and solid sound (and no stupid drivers like Samson’s USB garbage). Maybe next I’ll get a Bluebird or Baby Bottle, this company is worth a closer look now that I’ve heard the very smooth sound of their entry level — BLUE has got my attention!!
Rating: 5 / 5
When I started podcasting I began looking for a quality microphone that would provide me with quality sound while being inexpensive. This microphone has been GREAT for my podcasting efforts. There are three options: single vocal, live music, and a 360 degree vocal mic which allows me to share my microphone with other guests in the room without loosing sound quality.
In fact, I once did a podcast outside by the freeway and the outside noise was minimal. This is a great buy.
Rating: 5 / 5
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R3CV80WS11R2Q8 Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone Bundle
This video demonstrates how the Blue Snowball microphone sounds and its different modes.
I have read some reviews that stated that the microphone had problems working with Vista. I did this review on a Vista PC. There is a product FAQ for this mic on http://www.bluemic.com that states that after a certain serial number (starting in 2007) the mic was updated and now supports Vista. I can attest to that as I had no problems setting it up. I just plugged it in and it worked.
Rating: 5 / 5
I’m not a professional.
Up to now, I’ve been using a cheap $20 non-usb mic to record podcasts. I was having all sorts of problems with background noise. My biggest problem, though was that you could hear each and every sound my mouth made when I was talking. Also sounded tinny, shallow, and overall not good, which made it difficult to edit in Audacity as well.
In comparison, the Snowball is a freakin’ miracle mic. It’s not even from the same planet of mics that my other one was. Completely amazing. My voice sounds deep and rich, and there are no more annoying squishy mouth noises messing everything up.
I’ve never recorded in a studio, never been in a sound-proof room, and never recorded with a real studio mic. So I don’t know how it compares. But for normal people wanting a great sound from a relatively inexpensive mic, this will blow you away. Hats off to Blue Mic for putting this together!
Rating: 5 / 5