Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone, Classic Studio-Quality Mic for Recording, Podcasting, Broadcasting, Twitch Game Streaming, Voiceovers, YouTube Videos on PC and Mac – Silve
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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.
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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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Accessorise 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 aluminium 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.Although custom-designed for our Snowball USB mics, Ringer can also be used with other mics
Comparison Table
 Snowball |  Snowball ICE |  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 |
| Weight: | 0.1 g |
| Dimensions: | 12.38 x 20 x 25.4 cm; 0.1 Grams |
| Model: | 988-000068 |
| Colour: | Silver |
| Batteries Included: | 1 Lithium ion batteries required. |
| Colour: | Silver |
Honestly would recommend this to any streamers who are looking to upgrade from a headset mic! Been using it now for 1.5 years and only had one issue when my cat accidentally half pulled out the usb!
Sounds are pretty decent to the point I was using it for recording voices and sounds for my game!
I’m only using half the features that come with the mic so definitely buy this mic
Firstly don’t waste money getting a pop filter because it looks like it has some sort of filter built in as the sound is a little muffled.
On setting 1 which is how most people will use it i.e. for vlogging, and sound overs the blue microphone is fine, I would say the sound is slightly muffled i.e. could do with more ting to it though I guess one could play around with equalizer settings to up the higher frequencies a little. Apart from the that Blue Mike is good.
The construction is quality, i.e. the base is metal with good sturdy rubber legs, the ball looks good, good size and footprint on the desk so does not get in the way as many mikes do i.e. too talll so block part of the screen, the blue does not do that.
So a good mid range microphone i.e. I paid 50. Just that I would have wanted a slightly more ting to the sound.
Just pure quality, oooozes with value and professional mic for half the price. Don’t hesitate
I bought this specifically to replace the built-in microphone on the laptop for tabletop gaming where players were both present in the room or online via Discord. The microphone picked up all the voices of players present in the room, and there were no complaints from those playing through Discord. There were no reports of feedback from the speakers to the microphone, though we didn't have it on the wider conference room type setting.
Although there will be better, more professional microphones out there for the streaming gamer, this worked perfectly for our needs and would thoroughly recommend for the price and quality.
Great quality little mic. Blue make some very nice high quality studio mics and this has the same solid feel as tbeir high end stuff. Very easy to use – just plug it in!
Sound is a big leap over the standard pc mics or lavalier mics.
Worked for 5 months then the cable connector in the back on the mic stopped working, i tried unplugging and plugging cable back in as mic just stopped working, and all that happened was the cable connector just pushed into the back of the mic instead, im hoping it can replaced only had it for 5 months. Before it stopped working i was thrilled with it, worked well and was very easy to set up, however not impressed with how long its lasted, but hoping mine is just faulty. Turned out mine was just faulty. Was replaced with a brand new one directly from supplier. They were very helpful and didn’t take long to sort out.
Got this for a podcast I’ve started and have to say I love it.
Clear as a bell, to these ears broadcast quality, and absolutely idiot proof. Plugs straight in, no fuss or faffing around. Great little stand too although not suitable for what I wanted. I then bought the Innogear desk mic stand and they were prefect together.
This particular mic has three settings. This is good for a number of difference setting. Very impressed. Works straight of the box
This particular mic has three settings. This is good for a number of difference setting. Very impressed. Works straight of the box
My step son very happy with the microphone arrived when expected as well
My step son very happy with the microphone arrived when expected as well
My step son very happy with the microphone arrived when expected as well
I purchased this mic after a student asking me to turn up my mic ( was using iphone headset).
The use of this and a software mixing desk has made training classes so much easier. I did look at a number of you tube videos to get a good idea on the mic and one thing I would say is that many people say that you need the mic within 6 inches for good pickup, well Amazon reader, this is not true, I have worked with the Snowball about 1 foot away and had no issues with quality drop.
I would recommend getting a boom arm as well, makes it easier to position the Snowball rather than use the supplied stand.
Don’t get me wrong, the supplied stand is good, I just wanted more room on the desk.
Tldr : well worth the money.
I like it, clear sound and does the job.
Mine was discounted because of some sort of damage to outside of the product. I’d assumed a scratch, or a dent, or some sort of blemish. But I’m yet to find anything of the sort…bonus.
Great microphone. Sound quality is outstanding. Build quality is solid. Bought in 2015.
Comes with a tripod, which I don’t use. As I found the microphone was a little too high and blocked my monitor view slightly.
I use it on my desk, sat on a bottle cap to ensure it stays still.
Ensure you have a sufficiently powered USB port that can support this, as it doesn’t come with any means to power externally.
Very easy to use. Using Windows 10 I simply plugged in and it works. I bought for using for online tutorials after my headset disintegrated with use.
Very easy to use. Using Windows 10 I simply plugged in and it works. I bought for using for online tutorials after my headset disintegrated with use.
Great microphone, tight sound coverage, knocks out background noise well. Bought 2 for my team very happy.
If set to the tighter of the 3 settings on the back where and how you position it will make a huge difference!
Works well, I use it for TV broadcasts as well as a vodcast I record and it works perfectly. You do need it close to you so it won’t be ‘off camera’. Requires close proximity. Great product.
I found this did what I needed it for, zoom in workshops and zoom clients, recordings were clearer than directly from my laptop mic.
– – – a quality product, for my wife at work – she is happy so all is well
The setup of this mic is easy. Just plug and play. The directional mic settings are good. I tend to always leave it on 1. I did have to buy the accessory for it to stand up though.
The only downside was likely caused by me but the stand that slots into the bottom caused the mic to split slightly. Didn’t affect it’s performance though.
Great sound and easy installation. The only problem i have notice is that provided stand does not hold mic well, it doesn’t seem to be secure enough and it stays lose, it could be just fault in mine but overall great mic especially for beginners to use for various recordings and all
Great sound and easy installation. The only problem i have notice is that provided stand does not hold mic well, it doesn’t seem to be secure enough and it stays lose, it could be just fault in mine but overall great mic especially for beginners to use for various recordings and all
First impressions –
Colour – Silver
Design: Sleek, shiny, compact – The microphone itself has a some what balanced weight to it, not too heavy, but also not light enough to feel cheap (given the price!)
The somewhat vintage like design looks very nice, once on the tripod provided, in most technology surroundings (computer, laptop, office).
Setting up/ ease of use –
Process: Attached the microphone to the tripod provided is as simple as screwing on a bottle cap on a bottle on drink – twist until tight, simple.
The USB cable provided is lengthy enough for most desk or other swing arm attachments.
Settings on the microphone are a simple switch on the back depicted by what is desired in terms of sound.
Audio –
Quality – Very good, would even say great at times, clear audio through and through! Some slight clipping with audio (perhaps due to shouting a little too loud on my end to test the peaks) but this is to be expected with almost all microphones so that’s a relatively invalid comment in aspects.
In terms of peaking I found it quite rare, if it was to peak at all during general vocalising or any kind. It picks up the lows, and it picks up the highs, and it does it well! That’s the main focus, if it does it well, and it sure does!
Pros:
– The compact and light weight design is perfect for smaller desk setups and tripod/ swing arm attachments.
– The ease of setup is wonderful, just plug in and start recording!
– The simple switch on the back for desired sound recording is perfect for beginners and can be changed in a pinch
Cons:
– Choice in settings on the back of the microphone is limited. The minus decibel setting is very quiet, unfortunately this cannot be adjusted unless in post production (raise the sound up) this can cause distortion in quilting though!
Overall:
– The microphone is perfect for beginners/ intermediates looking for a cheap and affordable way of starting off their sound recording projects! Clear and precise audio.
I would have liked more versatility with the settings but, for the price, even having the option to change sound input is a great feature.
If you’re looking for a place to start your YouTube, voice over, music project, and are a little strapped for money then this is the microphone for you! I have not seen nor been able to compare to other microphones within this price bracket during the time of this review.
You won’t find better for this price range…
BUT…
If for instance you are able to spend a little bit extra then I would suggest the Blue Yeti
If not, this microphone will do just the job that’s needed, and perhaps a little bit more!
Great microphone – the sound recorded seems excellent and there is virtually no background noise picked up.
The Blue snowball has completely changed my podcasting, amazing quality and all i need now is a pop filter and some soundproofing and il be se
Sound quality is really good, the material feels solid, that’s some really good quality microphone.
Using it ever since I’ve built my PC and have to say it’s a great microphone. Sound quality is clear and the different settings allow for a more diverse option for quality control
I use it for making MP3s for my hypnotherapy clients. A much better sound quality than anything I had before. It’s best to put it in an open grocery box lined internally with acoustic foam, and have it about twelve inches in front of you.
I use it for making MP3s for my hypnotherapy clients. A much better sound quality than anything I had before. It’s best to put it in an open grocery box lined internally with acoustic foam, and have it about twelve inches in front of you.
I use it for making MP3s for my hypnotherapy clients. A much better sound quality than anything I had before. It’s best to put it in an open grocery box lined internally with acoustic foam, and have it about twelve inches in front of you.
I was worried about buying this because of the mixed reviews. But surprisingly the sound is very crisp, can easily remove background noise using apps like Audacity. The only problem I have is the bright red light at the front (should have been at the back) and the adjustment is quite poor. If I want to raise the mic higher, it doesn’t stay put at that height because the screw isn’t getting tight enough. That’s the only reason why I gave it 4*, other than that sound quality is amazing.
Very good microphone for the price. Have had it for some years now
Only issue is that the wire at the back is very use. I heard there is a fix by taking it apart but I don’t want to do that so I just try not to move i
Very good microphone for the price. Have had it for some years now
Only issue is that the wire at the back is very use. I heard there is a fix by taking it apart but I don’t want to do that so I just try not to move i
Very good microphone for the price. Have had it for some years now
Only issue is that the wire at the back is very use. I heard there is a fix by taking it apart but I don’t want to do that so I just try not to move i
Bought this microphone for podcasting with multiple people, it’s perfect. Stand is adjustable so you can have it quite tall or standard depending on your set up. Quality was clear and improved with a good editing software to input to. Omnidirectional feature works fantastically, though background environmental noise was picked up so maybe look in to accessories if that’s a concern.
Easy to use, does what it says on the tin. Have used it for voice over work and recording sound on video.
Bought as a present for my son and he is delighted with it said it was the best microphone he has ever see
I liked this mike very much. Looks a little weird but quality is good, nice little stand and it worked first time – just plugged it in. Little switch on the back switches modes. Yay!.
all works perfectly with mac and iPad. no issues at all. buy one.
After purchasing one a few weeks ago I’ve now invested in another. Great quality and range. My only issue is the phyislca quality of the second purchase, the cable is white and the port is different from the pictures/first purchase, the quality sounds similar, maybe slightly limited with the range but still works. Didn’t know if this was the updated version or a bad version of the product, overall great experience though.
Not the most sensative mic out there but will do nicely in a pinch and a good upgrade for those still using built in mics.
I absolutely love this mic. It’s fairly cheap but feels professional and when playing games my friends always notice my sound quality and ask me what mic I have. Would recommend to anyone who wants to start streaming or anything of that so
I absolutely love this mic. It’s fairly cheap but feels professional and when playing games my friends always notice my sound quality and ask me what mic I have. Would recommend to anyone who wants to start streaming or anything of that so
I absolutely love this mic. It’s fairly cheap but feels professional and when playing games my friends always notice my sound quality and ask me what mic I have. Would recommend to anyone who wants to start streaming or anything of that so
However I believe you can get seperate sound managing software to control the sound going to your speakers and from your mic, which can fix this if it is an issue for you.
i bought this mic as a replacement for my Blue Yeti which has been broken/faulty for some time. after looking at getting an xlr condenser mic i decided to try out this Blue Snowball. i purchased one that was used and from the amazon warehouse as there was 10+ knocked off the price. it said there was slight cosmetic damage to the item but upon receiving the item it is clear that there is no cosmetic damage at all and it has simply just been resealed in its original box. tested and fully working amazing quality and works great with Logic Pro X. highly recommend!
i bought this mic as a replacement for my Blue Yeti which has been broken/faulty for some time. after looking at getting an xlr condenser mic i decided to try out this Blue Snowball. i purchased one that was used and from the amazon warehouse as there was 10+ knocked off the price. it said there was slight cosmetic damage to the item but upon receiving the item it is clear that there is no cosmetic damage at all and it has simply just been resealed in its original box. tested and fully working amazing quality and works great with Logic Pro X. highly recommend!
i bought this mic as a replacement for my Blue Yeti which has been broken/faulty for some time. after looking at getting an xlr condenser mic i decided to try out this Blue Snowball. i purchased one that was used and from the amazon warehouse as there was 10+ knocked off the price. it said there was slight cosmetic damage to the item but upon receiving the item it is clear that there is no cosmetic damage at all and it has simply just been resealed in its original box. tested and fully working amazing quality and works great with Logic Pro X. highly recommend!
For how much this microphone costs, the sound quality is great. The switch on the back to change modes allows for more versatility than similarly priced microphones. The stand is plastic and feels a little cheap but fulfils its job well enough. The light on the front is kind of annoying and I would rather it was moved to the back at least. Overall, recommended.
Nice mic ideal for gaming or you tube vids very nice chrome stand and can mount on arm would buy agai
Been using this microphone for 3 years now, great microphone for the price, the quality is excellent. I’ve been using it for communicating online (such as Skype/Discord) and recording gameplay. It does pick up background noise in however, but it’s something I’ve overlooked. It has 3 settings, although I only use one. You may be better off buying the iCE version to save a bit of money if you’re going to use it for communication.
I brought this for 55 back then, for the quality of the microphone, this was a very good value for money if you’re not looking to spend too much on one.
It’s on the left of the photo next to my laptop screen, works perfectly.
A little bigger and heavier than I expected, a sign of great build quality.
Works a treat, well worth the money.
Excellent microphone, easy to use and provides excellent results. Fits neatly on a desktop, easily adjustable, with switch to change recording settings.
his is a magical mic to do your recordings. well worth the money, its great for classical music to give a nice true sound. thank you all very kindly
his is a magical mic to do your recordings. well worth the money, its great for classical music to give a nice true sound. thank you all very kindly
This mic is fantastic much better quality over built in headset mic’s
a brilliant microphone, very good quality and links nicely to my iPad with an adapter.