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Logitech for Creators Blue Snowball USB Microphone for PC, Mac, Gaming, Recording, Streaming, Podcasting, Condenser Mic with Cardioid and Omnidirectional Pickup Patterns, Stylish Retro Design – White
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Recommended Uses For Product | Streaming, Singing, Gaming |
Brand | Logitech for Creators |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Connector Type | USB |
Special Feature | nv: Microphone Technology^Electret condenser | Microphone Operation Mode^Cardioid, omni-directional | Response Bandwidth^40 - 18000 Hz | Connector Type^1 x USB See more |
Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
Color | Textured White |
Included Components | microphone |
Polar Pattern | Multipattern |
Item Weight | 0.1 Grams |
About this item
- Legendary Blue broadcast sound: 2-capsule design gives your voice exceptional presence and detail for professional-level recording so you can elevate your YouTube videos, Twitch streaming and more
- Multiple pickup patterns: The USB microphone features a cardioid pattern for recording and streaming, and omnidirectional which puts you “in the room” for conference calls on Zoom, Skype and more
- Stylish retro design: Record or stream in style with a classic recording equipment design that looks great on your desktop and on camera; available in 3 bold colors
- USB microphone brand: Based on independent sales data (April '19 - March '20) of PC microphones in both units and dollars in the US and Canada
- -10 dB Pad: Maintains professional audio quality and keeps Snowball sounding clean and distortion-free on louder voices and instruments for everything from voiceovers to podcasts to singing
- Adjustable desktop stand: Allows you to position the condenser microphone in relation to the sound source, improving sound quality and saving space on your desktop for the optimal broadcast setup
- Blue Sherpa companion app: Fine-tune your sound with deep control of Snowball; manage mic gain, polar patterns and more right from your desktop on Windows or Mac
- Plug 'n play: Start recording quickly and easily with driver-free operation on your Mac or PC computer or laptop so you can stream gaming, join Zoom meetings and record podcasts right away
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Sound quality | 4.4 | 5.0 | — | — | 4.4 | 4.4 |
For gaming | 4.3 | 5.0 | — | — | 4.2 | 4.4 |
Camera quality | 3.8 | — | — | — | 3.5 | 3.8 |
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power source | Usb Microphone | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Usb Microphone | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | USB | USB | USB | USB | USB | USB |
connector type | USB | USB | USB | USB | USB | USB |
model number | 988-000073 | ICE | Yeti X | 988-000071 | 988-000103 | RZ19-03450100-R3U1 |
material | Metal | crystal | — | crystal | Metal | — |
battery quantity | 1 lithium ion | — | — | — | 1 lithium ion | 1 lithium ion |
signal-to-noise ratio | 78 decibels | — | 100 decibels | — | 100 decibels | 78 decibels |
hardware platform | PC | PC | PC | Camera, PC | PC, nintendo ds | PC, Mac |
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Product information
Item Weight | 0.004 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 4.88 x 7.88 x 10 inches |
Country of Origin | China |
ASIN | B000EOPQ7E |
Item model number | 988-000073 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,928 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #43 in Multipurpose Condenser Microphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 13, 2004 |
Color Name | Textured White |
Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
Connector Type | USB |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Material Type | Metal |
Media Format | CD-ROM |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Operating System | Windows |
Power Source | Usb Microphone |
Processor Count | 4 |
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Product Certification (1)
Carbon Neutral Certified by SCS Global Services enables companies to demonstrate carbon neutrality for their products by reducing carbon emissions throughout their operations and offsetting their remaining carbon footprint through the purchase of carbon credits. SCS Global Services is a global leader in third-party environmental and sustainability verification, certification, auditing, testing, and standards development. SCS is a chartered Benefit Corporation, reflecting its commitment to socially and environmentally responsible business practices.
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Product 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.
Top Brand: Logitech for Creators
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 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. Available in three bold colors.
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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, vocal performances, voiceovers and more. Cardioid mode records sound sources that are in front of the microphone for rich, full-bodied sound.
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Omnidirectional
Record or stream sound equally from all around the mic. Omnidirectional mode is best used in situations when you want to have a conference call with multiple people, or a multi-person interview.
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Capsules
| 2 Condensers | 1 Condenser | 2 Condensers | 3 Condensers | 4 Condensers |
Patterns
| Cardioid, Omni | Cardioid | Cardioid, Omni | Cardioid,Omni,Figure-8,Stereo | Cardioid,Omni,Figure-8,Stereo |
Bit Depth/Sample Rate
| 16-bit/48kHz | 16-bit/44kHz | 24-bit/48kHz | 24-bit/48kHz 16-bit/48kHz | 24-bit/48kHz |
Blue VO!CE Effects
| ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Headphone Output
| ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Hi-Red LED Metering
| ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
Hi-Red LED Metering
| ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
Output
| USB | USB | USB | USB | USB |
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Customers like the quality, value, sound quality and ease of installation of the microphone. They mention that it's well known as the cheapest professional grade USB microphone around, has superior sound quality for the price and that it can easily be placed inside a noise-reducing cube. Customers also like the clarity, appearance, and mic quality. However, some customers have different opinions on size.
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Customers like the sound quality of the microphone. They mention that it has a great pickup without distortion, the rear sound rejection is excellent, and the sound is good. They also mention that the microphone can easily be placed inside a noise-reducing cube.
"...It has superior sound quality for the price..." Read more
"...Has a nice stand. My friends say no buzzing, no echo, no muffly voice." Read more
"...Rearward sound rejection is excellent. With her previous mic, I could constantly hear the sound from her game being picked up from the speakers...." Read more
"...TL:DRThe Blue Snowball is a perfect microphone for its price. If you are looking for something for daily use, this is it...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the microphone. They say it's well-built, offers professional performance, and does its job well. Customers also appreciate the solid tripod and the very strong plastic coating on the cable. They mention that it works well for recording voice, but not so much for acoustic instruments. Overall, customers are happy with the performance and value of the product.
"...USB cord is long and of high quality- Easy plug and play. You plug it into a PC or Mac, and it's good to go right away.-..." Read more
"Pros:Great valuePerfect for beginnersUnique and robust designCons:..." Read more
"...It was fairly reasonably priced, works great for zoom, and is a more well known company. It's super well built, doesn't feel cheap AT ALL...." Read more
"...Qualities pretty good just kinda wish it came with noise cancelling but it is what it is...." Read more
Customers like the mic quality of the product. They mention it's an amazing recording microphone at a great price, a good starter mic, and a solid mic. The mode selector switch allows you to emulate a condenser mic, as well as a standard cardioid, and it works to record voiceovers, lectures, and podcasts. The omni-directional seems best suited for musical recording, and is more stable than the Snowflake.
"...Overall solid mic and I would recommend this to people who have a low budget and are new to this stuff." Read more
"...In conclusion, if you are looking for a quality mic at a more than fair price, the Snowball is an excellent choice!..." Read more
"...output and the gain controls (which the AT does not) and better recording quality versus the AT2020 at 48kHz versus 44.1kHz...." Read more
"...I love that this mic has omnidirectional pickup; it's excellent for amateur multi-host podcasts when you're not fancy enough for a proper recording..." Read more
Customers like the value of the microphone. For example they mention it's the cheapest professional grade USB microphone around, it' s low cost with USB capability, and it' worth it.
"The Blue Snowball is well known as the cheapest professional grade USB microphone around...." Read more
"Pros:Great valuePerfect for beginnersUnique and robust designCons:..." Read more
"...I researched until I found this. It was fairly reasonably priced, works great for zoom, and is a more well known company...." Read more
"...In conclusion, if you are looking for a quality mic at a more than fair price, the Snowball is an excellent choice!..." Read more
Customers find the installation process of the microphone to be easy. They mention that it's easy to plug and play, and very easy to use. They also appreciate the simple and little user guide that comes with the product. Overall, customers are satisfied with the ease of installation and recommend it to others.
"...USB cord is long and of high quality- Easy plug and play. You plug it into a PC or Mac, and it's good to go right away.-..." Read more
"...Moreover, this is one of the easiest to use and most versatile products on the market at this price range. All things considered: 5 stars...." Read more
"Pros:Great valuePerfect for beginnersUnique and robust designCons:..." Read more
"...mic arrived quickly, was packaged beautifully and was as simple as removing from the box, attaching tripod base and plugging in USB cable...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the microphone. They say that it has a unique and robust design, and is a stylish and attractive product. The silver finish is nice, and it is able to resist scratches and scuff marks.
"...Has a retro-like logo and an overall cool design. I chose the black snowball...it looks slick.Cons:..." Read more
"...comes with a more than adequate stand, and has an appealing look...." Read more
"Pros:Great valuePerfect for beginnersUnique and robust designCons:..." Read more
"...The casing is beautiful enough to put on a shelve and admire...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the microphone. They mention that it provides clear, studio quality sound, and picks up very well and clear. The sound level is adequate, and the fidelity is excellent. The mic can be plugged into a USB port and provides a clean digital signal.
"Love this mic for the price very clear and easy to use for a beginner." Read more
"...As for quality, I am still in awe of it for the price I paid. It's crystal clear and my mouth doesn't need to be near it at all...." Read more
"I use this for hosting webinars over zoom. It is crystal clear and I’m told it sounds phenomenal in comparison to other mics." Read more
"...- I'd have to say it's a nice mic for the price - with noticeable quality in signal - especially if you are stepping up from a cheap mic." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the microphone. Some mention that it's small and affordable, while others say that it is so big that it takes up too much desk space. The tripod styled stand fits in cluttered spaces, and the Snowball is perched comfortably inside a basketball net. However, some customers don't like that it has a large size. The mic and stand are large, so make sure you have desk room. The stand works but it is quite teeny.
"...getting Blue's Yeti, but it's sheer size disqualified it -- the mic is way too big and heavy to be considered remotely portable, and since I like to..." Read more
"It's big! About softball size. That was the only surprise was just how big it is.. I still have occasional zoom meetings and my computer mic is crap...." Read more
"...The diameters aren't even a close match. Frankly, this is unworthy of a company that also sells high-end mics for the recording industry...." Read more
"...I was also impressed by the size of the Snowball. When looking at it online, I was thinking baseball size...." Read more
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We bought two other Blue Snowballs for the other guys on the podcast, and our Lets Go Blues Radio show sounds great... umm...shameless plug: [...]
Pros:
- The stand is metal, high build quality
- Rubber feet so it doesn't slip
- 3 audio settings, two for speaking directly into the front (one of which reduces the DB a bit if you feel it is picking up too much and is too loud), and 1 setting to pick up sound from everyone in the room, 360 degrees (the sound quality is much better if you speak directly into the front about six inches or so away using settings 1 or 2)
- Audio quality is outstanding for this price range mic. Perfect for high quality podcasting. You can spend a LOT more $$ on a more expensive mic setup, but the audio quality isn't going to be that much better to warrant the massive price jump.
- USB cord is long and of high quality
- Easy plug and play. You plug it into a PC or Mac, and it's good to go right away.
- Has a retro-like logo and an overall cool design. I chose the black snowball...it looks slick.
Cons:
- The USB cord doesn't fit as snug as it probably should. Seems loose in the port on the mic, it can slip out with a slight tug. We have this issue on all three of our snowball mics, so it's not just my mic.
- It would be nice if the mic had an On/Off switch and then the red light on top would only be on when the mic was on. But not a huge deal as you can simply unplug the USB. I just leave mine plugged in all of the time.
- This is just purely cosmetic, but for the black snowball mic, the usb cord should be black, not clear/silver. It would just look a little better design wise. Not really a con though...just a nitpick on my part.
CAUTION FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO USE MULTIPLE USB MICS ON THE SAME COMPUTER...
If you plan on hooking multiple USB mics (like the Blue Snowball) to the same computer, it is a real pain to get it to work properly...even in Garage Band where the OS settings seem to allow for multiple USB mics. You will get feedback, echos, horrible delays, crackling audio, horrible sound, mics picking up other voices and on a delay, etc. It was a mess. Multiple USB mics are not meant to be used on the same computer. I'm surprised nobody has created a mixer for USB mics so you could use two or three USB mics on the same computer. We had some audio issues during our first couple shows because we tried to record in the same room on the same computer and it just wasn't working. We did tons of research and apparently this is an issue with USB mics in general, and nobody has a good solution, other than a Virtual Audio Cable (which doesn't work that well either).
We solved the issue by everyone being on their own computer with their own Snowball mics in their own homes and then recording the show over a Google Hangout. We download the saved mp4 from Youtube when done. Then we import it into Audition or Audacity for post production editing, and then upload the podcast to our podcast server. It works great, the audio is great quality, and we sound like we are in the same room talking. And with Google Hangout, you can see everyone as well...as long as they have a webcam, and all laptops nowadays do, so it isn't an issue for us. Plus it's more convenient for everyone...no driving and easier to schedule.
I suggest also purchasing a cheap (<$10) pop filter for this microphone to the avoid the pop sound on certain sounds (go say "pop" loudly in just about any microphone and you will see what I mean). Also, download some editing software; I suggest Audacity, as it is free, relatively easy with many online tutorials, and will get the job done, eliminating clipping, normalizing audio, and more.
The bottom line is that if you have an under $100 budget, this microphone is an excellent option to consider. While the quality is not perfect, only audiophiles and the like will notice enough to even care about the difference between this and a $300 radio microphone. Moreover, this is one of the easiest to use and most versatile products on the market at this price range. All things considered: 5 stars.
Granted, there are cons, but they are minor. These include the fact that most shock mounts will not work, but this won't matter to most people. Also, some people appear to have varying levels of difficulty with audio volume, but this can easily be resolved with a small amount of boost. I have heard complains with pop filters and the like causing the microphone to tip over as well as the microphone picking up excessive audio, but I tested this in a loud basement right next to an AC unit with a fan on and while the laundry was being done with virtually no background nice, and this was all done with a pop filter without any issue.
I have used the Snowball before and most of my YouTube creator friends use this or the Yeti, and I am so glad I finally joined them. If you can splurge for a Yeti, get that, and if you have $300 laying around, there definitely are better options than either of these, but if you are on a budget, the Snowball (or Yeti) is probably the way to go.
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Reviewed in France on February 3, 2024