Features
Blue Microphones Snowball
- Blue Snowball is our most intuitive dual condenser capsule USB microphone, allowing you to capture studio quality audio for podcasting, YouTube videos, game streaming, Skype calls and music
- Flexible and versatile, with multiple audio pick up patterns; cardioid for optimal direct mic recording and streaming; omnidirectional to capture a group of instruments or stream a conference call
- And 10dB pad cardioid setting that reduces mic sensitivity from loud sound source; so that the loudest musical instruments or vocalists come in crystal clear and distortion free
- Inspired by classic studio recording equipment, Snowball's stylish, retro aesthetic looks great, both on your desktop and on camera, taking your home streaming studio to the next level
- Snowball comes with an adjustable tripod desktop stand, allowing you to position the USB microphone in relation to the sound source for improved vocal and audio quality.Plug 'n Play on Mac and PC to instantly start recording and streaming
Blue Microphones Yeti Nano
- Product Type: Microphone
- Package Quantity: 1
- Package Dimensions: 5.4" (L) x 5.0" (W) x 8.6" (H)
- Country of Origin: China
Introduction
Are you looking for the perfect microphone for recording and streaming? Do you want something that is easy to use and produces clear audio? Look no further than the Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone (Brushed Aluminum) and the Blue Microphones 988-000088 Yeti Nano Premium USB Mic for Recording and Streaming – Shadow Grey. In this blog post, we will compare these two microphones to help you decide which one is best for your needs.
Design
The Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone (Brushed Aluminum) has a classic design with a brushed aluminum finish. It has a sleek and modern look that will fit in with any home studio. The Yeti Nano, on the other hand, has a more traditional design with a shadow grey finish. It has a more classic look that will fit in with any home office.
Sound Quality
The Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone (Brushed Aluminum) has a cardioid pickup pattern that captures sound from the front and rejects sound from the sides and back. This helps to reduce background noise and produce clear audio. The Yeti Nano also has a cardioid pickup pattern, but it has a more focused sound with less background noise.
Features
The Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone (Brushed Aluminum) has a built-in headphone jack and volume control, making it easy to monitor your recordings. It also has a mute button that allows you to quickly turn the microphone off and on. The Yeti Nano also has a headphone jack and volume control, but it does not have a mute button.
Price
The Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone (Brushed Aluminum) is more affordable than the Yeti Nano. The Snowball is typically priced around $50, while the Yeti Nano is usually priced around $100.
Conclusion
The Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone (Brushed Aluminum) and the Blue Microphones 988-000088 Yeti Nano Premium USB Mic for Recording and Streaming – Shadow Grey are both great options for recording and streaming. The Snowball is more affordable and has a modern design, while the Yeti Nano has a more traditional design and produces clearer audio. Ultimately, the choice comes down to your budget and preferences.
Specifications / Attributes
| Feature | Blue Microphones Snowball | Blue Microphones Yeti Nano |
|---|---|---|
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Batteries Included | N/A | No |
| Batteries Required | N/A | No |
| Brand | N/A | Blue Microphones |
| Colour | BRUSHED ALUMINUM | N/A |
| Colour Screen | No | N/A |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer | Personal Computer |
| Connector | USB | N/A |
| Connector Type | N/A | USB |
| Date First Available | 13 November 2017 | 28 August 2018 |
| Does it contain liquid? | N/A | No |
| Hardware Interface | USB | USB |
| Hardware Platform | Laptop, PC | PC |
| Includes AC Adapter | N/A | No |
| Includes Rechargeable Battery | N/A | No |
| Is discontinued by manufacturer | N/A | No |
| Item Model Number | 988-000068 | 988-000088 |
| Item Weight | 0.1 g | 630 g |
| Language | N/A | English |
| Manufacturer | N/A | Logitech |
| Material Type | Aluminium | Metal |
| Microphone format | N/A | Microphone Only |
| Model | N/A | 988-000088 |
| Model Name | N/A | Blue Yeti Nano USB Mic |
| Model year | N/A | 2019 |
| Mounting Hardware | N/A | – Yeti Nano microphone including desktop stand – USB cable – 1/4-inch to 5/8-inch adapter – Quick-start guide – 2-year manufacturer’s guarantee |
| Noise level | N/A | 44 dB |
| Number of items | N/A | 1 |
| Operating System | Windows 8.1, Windows 7, macOS 10.10 or higher, Windows 10 | Windows 8.1, MacOS 10.10 or higher, Windows 7, Windows 10 |
| Part Number | N/A | 988-000088 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
| Product dimensions | 12.38 x 20 x 25.4 cm; 0.1 Grams | 10.9 x 9.6 x 21.11 cm; 630.49 Grams |
| Signal-to-noise ratio (dB) | N/A | 100 dB |
| Special Features | N/A | Microphone |
| Voltage | 240 Volts | 1 Volts |
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