Blue Snowball USB Microphone for PC, Mac, Gaming, Recording, Streaming, Podcasting, Condenser Mic with Cardioid and Omnidirectional Pickup Patterns, Stylish Retro Design – Brushed Aluminum

The Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone is a reliable choice for recording sounds in a close proximity. It comes with three settings for filtering out ambient noises and choosing the directionality of the microphone. It also comes with a tripod stand that may take time to adjust to, but is made well with great build quality. The main issue with this microphone is the low input level when used on a Windows 8, 8.1, or 10 operating system, but using a third-party software can solve this problem. The USB port may also cause issues as it is outdated and incompatible with modern technology. The microphone does not pick up much of the background sound unless it is very close. The sound quality is clear and good, but with a strange deep and gravelly tone. Some customers have reported minor issues such as the blue logo falling out randomly or the microphone not functioning properly after a short period of time. Overall, this microphone is a good addition to a personal workspace and offers decent vocal recording capabilities.