BLUE SNOWBALL USB Condenser microphone ALU

Finally, a USB mic that's not only easy to use, but sounds as good on your desktop as it does in a professional recording studio. Meet the Snowball; the world's first professional USB mic.

Whether you're recording a guitar at your kitchen table or a complete band in the studio, the Snowball can capture it with detail unheard of before in a USB mic.

Snowball and Snowflake can be used to record on iPad via Apple's camera connection kit (USB-to-30-pin) or the Lightning to USB camera adapter! Using these adapters, you can get Blue's studio-quality audio on your iPad with any recording app, including GarageBand.

Combining high-resolution audio with increased connectivity options, the AT2020USBi cardioid condenser microphone adds a new level of sound-quality and convenience to the expanding lineup of Audio-Technica USB microphones. Modeled after the critically acclaimed AT2020, this digital output mic features an A/D converter with a 24-bit/96 kHz sampling rate to deliver high-resolution articulation and intelligibility thatʼs perfect for home studio recording, field recording, podcasting and voiceover use.

The AT2020USBi works with both USB and Lightning cables (included), so you can use it straight from the box to digitally capture audio on the device of your choice: PC, Mac or lightning equipped iOS device. The integrated gain control adds to the convenience, allowing you to adjust the input level directly on the microphone.

The AT2020USBi cardioid condenser microphone brings state-of-the-art sound for the on-the-go lifestyle to the family of Audio-Technica USB mics.

• Condenser microphone with digital output for convenient, high-resolution recording


• High-quality A/D converter with 24-bit/96 kHz sampling rate for superb, high-resolution audio


• Mic gain control allows you to adjust input level on the mic itself


• Smooth, extended frequency response ideally suited for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording and voiceover use


• Compatible with Windows 7 and above, Mac OS 10.6 and above, and iOS 7.02 and above (requires Lightning connector).


• Tripod desk stand with folding legs for secure and easily portable tabletop use


• Included USB and Lightning cables provide ready connectivity to computers and iOS devices

• Easy, intuitive operation for any application
• Wide-range 30–20,000Hz frequency response delivers detailed, natural sound
• 3-capsule condenser microphone element, including single-point stereo
• 4 selectable polar patterns to customize your ideal recording
• Polar patterns: cardioid, figure-8, omnidirectional, and stereo
• 1/8” headphone jack and internal headphone amplifier
• USB/direct mixing control with mic volume control enables zero-latency recording and monitoring
• Microphone mute control ensures privacy
• LCD display shows polar pattern and currently selected control level
• Studio-quality recording and playback for accurate reproduction
• Convenient desktop mounting with threaded insert for optional stand-mounting
• Integrated stand fits easily into any setup
• iOS compatibility using the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (sold separately)

• Microphone:
  • Type: 3-capsule condenser USB microphone
  • Capsule Size: 16mm
  • Polar Patterns: Figure 8, cardioid, omni, and stereo
  • Frequency Response: 30 Hz - 20 KHz
  • Sensitivity: -45 dB (0 dB = 1V/Pa @ 1 kHz)
  • SNR: 110 dB
  • Maximum SPL: 120 dB (THD

Miniaturized USB condenser microphone for recording directly into a computer.

The USB12 is a miniaturized USB condenser microphone used for recording voice and acoustic instruments directly into a computer via the USB port. This mic is designed to naturally capture and reproduce vocals and instruments with stunning detail. The USB12 is clear, flexible, easy to use and has excellent sound response.

With a uniformly controlled cardioid polar pattern, the USB12 provides isolation and control at the sound source with a smooth, accurate response over a frequency range of 50 Hz - 16 kHz.

The USB12 supports both 44.1k and 48k sample rates for playback and recording. This high definition condenser microphone features a push-to-talk button, "steady on” or "momentary on” as well as a headphone jack for real time monitoring. The USB12 is also equipped with a bass roll-off filter to control unwanted low frequency signals.

The USB is also available in white, model USB12W. Supplied accessories include a 6' USB cable and external foam windscreen.

Professional quality microphone for GarageBand on iPad, iPhone and Mac. Features: - Up to 96kHz recording. - Studio quality cardioid condenser microphone. - PureDIGITAL connection for pristine sound quality. - No configuration, just plug in and record. - Designed for vocal and acoustic instrument recording. - Input only, output via iPhone, iPad or Mac.