Among solid state microphones, the Kiwi is utterly unique; not only because of its size and styling, but also by virtue of its unprecedented range of nine different pickup patterns. In omnidirectional and figure of eight patterns, or at a distance, this microphone delivers every nuance in the room, with finely focused resolution and clear, musical frequency response out to the extremes of the audible spectrum. In its cardioid patterns the Kiwi excels at delivering a vocal or solo track right to

This Microphone or related part is guaranteed to remain free from operating defects for three years from the date of purchase. In the event that service is required, all necessary parts and labor will be furnished free of charge during this period except for tubes, which are guaranteed for 90 days against defects. This warranty is void if the serial number has been altered, removed or defaced. The warranty is void if the equipment is altered, misused, mishandled, maladjusted, or is serviced by a

More distant placement will yield a natural, roomy sound that blends easily with other rhythm instruments. Enjoy! -12 20 30 50 70 100 200 300 500 800 2K 3K 5K 7K 10K 22.05K Frequency (Hz) This frequency chart of the Mouse capsule is only a start. It gives the recordist a basis of the sound provided. How the microphone reacts in a particular application will differ greatly because of many variables. Room acoustics, distance from sound source (proximity), tuning of the instrument and microphone ca

5. Set input volume to the appropriate level. The mic is sensitive and may require a very low volume setting. 6. Exit SYSTEM PREFERENCES. Windows Setup Procedure: 1. In Windows XP Home Edition or XP Professional: Under START MENU open SOUNDS AND AUDIO DEVICES control panel. 2. Select AUDIO tab; insure BLUE BALL USB MIC is selected as DEFAULT DEVICE. 3. Click on VOLUME; select appropriate volume level. The mic is sensitive and may require a very low volume setting. 4. Exit control panel. Great, s

For an artist or engineer, how the microphones are used creates the basis of the sound. towards the figure of eight position) bass frequencies increase proportionally due to proximity effect, and subtle changes also occur on the high end response. These shifts in overall timbre can be used to fine-tune the frequency response of the Kiwi, as well as for creative ends. Recording Applications Vocals and impressive mics. And in addition to its classic styling, the Kiwi was developed especially to en

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You have just purchased the world’s most unique and innovative USB professional condenser TM microphone —the Snowball ! Here at Blue, we are known for designing and building the finest microphones available for studio, stage, film, broadcast — and now — you guessed it — computer use. Our microphones unite the heritage of the world’s most respected classics with leading-edge technology, innovative engineering and inimitable styling. The Snowball is the product of our unrestrained imagination and

The Decca Tree has been used for years as an industry-standard technique for both symphonic and choral recording as well as film scoring. This technique requires three microphones, usually omnis, placed in a triangular array in front of the sound source. The Decca Tree is also known as an “LCR” array for “left, center, right.” The left and right mics are placed approximately six feet apart on the same horizontal and vertical plane, just as in a spaced pair. The center is placed directly in betwe

This will help protect the precision capsule from damage. What do you connect it to? Simply connect the Snowflake to the USB port on your Macintosh or Windows computer. Make sure that the active, on-axis side of the diaphragm (again, the side with the metal grille) is facing the desired source. Snowflake Setup Macintosh Setup Procedure: 1. For OSX users: in the Apple menu, open System Preferences. 2. Double-click Sound preference file. 3. Click on the Input tab. 4. Double click Blue USB

This Microphone or related part is guaranteed to remain free from operating defects for one year from the date of purchase. In the event that service is required, all necessary parts and labor will be furnished free of charge during this period except for tubes, which are guaranteed for 90 days against defects. This warranty is void if the serial number has been altered, removed or defaced. The warranty is void if the equipment is altered, misused, mishandled, maladjusted, or is serviced by any