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
Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone
- Condenser microphone with USB output for digital recording
- High quality A/D converter with 16 bit, 44.1/48 kilohertz sampling rate for superb audio
- Headphone jack with volume control allows you to monitor the microphone signal with no delay
- Mix control allows you to blend your microphone signal and prerecorded audio
Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone (Brushed Aluminum)
The Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone (Brushed Aluminum) is a great choice for anyone looking to capture professional-quality audio without breaking the bank. This plug-and-play microphone is designed to work with both PC and Mac, and its compact size makes it easy to transport and store. It features a cardioid pickup pattern, which makes it ideal for recording vocals and instruments in a home studio setting. The Snowball also features a built-in headphone jack for monitoring and a zero-latency direct monitoring option, allowing you to hear what you’re recording in real-time.
Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone
The Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone is a great choice for content creators looking for professional-quality audio. This plug-and-play microphone is designed to work with both PC and Mac, and its compact size makes it easy to transport and store. It features a cardioid pickup pattern, which makes it ideal for recording vocals and instruments in a home studio setting. The AT2020USB+ also features a built-in headphone jack for monitoring and a zero-latency direct monitoring option, allowing you to hear what you’re recording in real-time. It also features a built-in volume control, making it easy to adjust the microphone’s output level.
Comparison
When comparing the Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone (Brushed Aluminum) and the Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone, the two share many similarities. Both feature a cardioid pickup pattern, making them ideal for recording vocals and instruments in a home studio setting. They also both feature a built-in headphone jack for monitoring and a zero-latency direct monitoring option.
The main difference between the two is that the AT2020USB+ features a built-in volume control, allowing you to easily adjust the microphone’s output level. This makes it a great choice for content creators looking for professional-quality audio with the added convenience of being able to adjust the volume on the fly.
Conclusion
Both the Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone (Brushed Aluminum) and the Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone are great choices for recording vocals and instruments in a home studio setting. The Snowball is a great choice for anyone looking to capture professional-quality audio without breaking the bank, while the AT2020USB+ is perfect for content creators looking for professional-quality audio with the added convenience of being able to adjust the volume on the fly.
No matter which microphone you choose, you can rest assured that you will be getting professional-quality audio that will help you create content that stands out from the crowd.
Specifications / Attributes
| Feature | Blue Microphones Snowball | Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone |
|---|---|---|
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. | N/A |
| Colour | BRUSHED ALUMINUM | Black |
| Colour Screen | No | No |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer | Headphone |
| Connector | USB | USB |
| Date First Available | 13 November 2017 | 1 July 2013 |
| Hardware Interface | USB | N/A |
| Hardware Platform | Laptop, PC | N/A |
| Item Model Number | 988-000068 | AT2020USB PLUS |
| Item Weight | 0.1 g | 386 g |
| Material Type | Aluminium | N/A |
| Operating System | Windows 8.1, Windows 7, macOS 10.10 or higher, Windows 10 | N/A |
| Power Source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
| Processor Count | N/A | 4 |
| Product dimensions | 12.38 x 20 x 25.4 cm; 0.1 Grams | 16.2 x 5.2 x 5.2 cm; 386 Grams |
| Voltage | 240 Volts | 240 Volts |
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