In any audio recording, having a good microphone can mean the difference between good and substandard recording output. When it comes to the indoor recording of voice and stringed instruments, the must-have tool is and will always be a condenser microphone.
One do not need to search far and wide just to have a good piece of condenser microphone as the Blue Snowball iCE Condenser Microphone (White) answers such need.
Features
- has easy plug and play feature
- USB compatible
- single custom condenser capsule
- no need for installing drivers
- cardioid pickup pattern
- 6 ft. USB cable & desktop stand are included in the package
- color: white
- item weight: 1.2 lbs.
- product dimensions: 10.6 in x 5.5 in x 9.1 in
Advantages
A noteworthy and unique feature of the Blue Snowball iCE Condenser Microphone (White) that sets it apart from the other condenser microphones is its easy play and plug USB feature. With this condenser microphone, there would be no need to take hold of drive installers in order to make the device function with a Mac, laptop or PC.
Instead, one only needs to connect the condenser microphone to other devices with the help of a USB cable. The easy plug and play feature saves the users from spending time and effort in installing drivers before the condenser microphone can be used.
As for the USB cable needed for the connection of the condenser microphone to another device, there is no need to spend more as the microphone is already accompanied with the needed USB cable – this makes using the condenser microphone more convenient and cost effective.
The condenser microphone is also known for the quality of its audio output – good, accurate and clear. Such result is made possible by the custom condenser capsule and cardio pick-up pattern of the condenser microphone. The design of the condenser microphone also helps in making the tool a standout.
The design basically makes the condenser microphone a portable, easy and convenient to use the device in every audio recording session. With the condenser microphone’s portability feature, the product can be carried around and can be used anytime and anywhere at one’s leisure.
It also makes a big difference that the condenser microphone is not only easy to use but also easy to set-up. With just some quick and short steps, one can have the condenser microphone ready and functioning in no time.
All one has to do is to place the condenser microphone in position on the mounting stand and connect the device to another device, like a laptop or a Mac, using the available USB cable. It is also convenient that aside from the USB cable, the condenser microphone is also accompanied by a desktop stand.
Finally, it also helps that on top of having a good performing condenser microphone, the device can be purchased at a fairly reasonable and affordable cost. This product shows that good quality and high performance do not necessarily mean expensive spending.
The condenser microphone is good news for those who are on the look-out for microphones to use but have a limited budget to work around.
Disadvantages
The Blue Snowball iCE Condenser Microphone may have its many features that are worth noting and applauding but it does not mean that the condenser microphone is altogether perfect as there are some several reported issues about the product – factors that need to be considered first before going through the purchase.
First in line is the volume of the condenser microphone; the microphone records at a lower volume compared to others. Such drawback could be a deal breaker for some but the problem can be addressed and fixed. This means that in order to have a recording that has an audible and clear sound, one has to speak very near the condenser microphone or talk using a raised voice.
Another issue to consider with this condenser microphone is the random appearance of cracking sounds during recordings. To add, there are some times when the condenser microphone cannot be recognized by the other devices. Both problems can be addressed and fixed with the same solution.
When there is cracking sound or when the condenser microphone cannot be recognized, one has to detach the USB cable from the device it is connected to. After that, plug the USB cable again to the device and repeat the process until the problem disappears.
Verdict
The Blue Snowball iCE Condenser Microphone (White) is a portable device that results in an accurate and clear audio recording. It may have some points that needed to be considered, although most are minor drawbacks, but it is undisputed that the condenser microphone is a good performer.
Every household and recording studio should consider buying and recommending this condenser microphone, especially for its affordable purchase price.
