The black Audix MB5050 MicroBoom Condenser Microphone Kit Blackis a 50" gooseneck cardioid condenser microphone designed to provide clean sound pickup and versatile positioning for audio engineers and performers in concert venues, houses of worship, and live stage applications. It features an M1250B cardioid miniature condenser mic attached to a lightweight carbon fiber rod with a flexible metal gooseneck, yielding efficient and stable positioning while maintaining a sleek appearance.

The shielded internal cable minimizes RFI and terminates to a mini-XLR connection at the base. The included mic stand adapter allows easy attachment to your preferred microphone stand. The supplied windscreen reduces noise from wind and breaths. The MB5050 includes a 25' mini-XLR to standard XLR mic cable.

50" Boom with Flexible Gooseneck    Includes M1250B Capsule    Cardioid Polar Pattern    Condenser Element    Lightweight Carbon Fiber Material    Shielded Internal Cable    Easy Overhead Positioning    Mounts to any Microphone Stand    Low-Profile Pedestal Stand    Includes Mic Cables and Windscreen

Lightweight, rigid construction

Portable and easy to position

Interchangeable capsule design (accepts Micro Series)

50 Hz to 19 kHz frequency response

No external power adapter needed

Attaches to a wide variety of mic stands

Can be used horizontally or vertically

Designed, assembled, manufactured, and tested in the USA

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How would recording brass instruments sound, such as a French horn which has a tendency to have mic distortion, wind-pop and boom when recorded?

A: The Snowball is designed mainly as a podcast mic and tailored toward speech, however also works well for basic music recording. With French Horn in particular, it is rarely close miked at the bell as that is not the intended sound of the instrument. In this regard, from a distance, should not distort the mic. For quality instrument recording a higher quality mic would be recommended such as the Blue Yeti, https://bhpho.to/2k0Nlv0 or Rode NT-USB. https://bhpho.to/2k505oH

Q: 2. Why cant Blue make a blue microphone?

A: Unfortunately the Blue Snowball is no longer available in blue.

Q: 3. Does this microphone amplify background sounds?

A: The Snowball does not amplify background sound, however when used with the Omni pattern selection will pickup up equally on all sides of the mic covering a wide area. Cardioid pattern will offer the most directional pickup without capturing much surrounding ambience.

Q: 4. can this be used for 2 people?

A: The Snowball features two pickup pattern options, cardioid which is a more focused narrow pickup from the front of the mic, and an omni-directional pickup which captures sound evenly from all sides of the mic. This can be used for multiple subjects when placed correctly.

Q: 5. does it ship o Australia?

A: Yes, we are able to ship this item to Australia.You may calculate your actual shipping options/order totals by adding the items you want to a shopping cart. It will then list the shipping options, descriptions, ETA's and fees to your location.

Q: 6. is this made out of aluminum or plastic that is painted to look like aluminum?

A: The body of the microphone is plastic with highly reflective chrome-like paint, that has been very lightly brushed with a concentric circular pattern.

Q: 7. Is this particular version compatible with Windows 10?

A: Works with Windows 10:System RequirementsPC: Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Vista, XP Home Edition or XP ProfessionalUSB 1.0 or 2.0; 64 MB RAM (minimum)Macintosh: Mac OSX 10.4.6 or higherUSB 1.0 or 2.0; 64 MB RAM (minimum) ------------------------------------------a href= http://www.bluemic.com/snowball_iCE/ target= _blank http://www.bluemic.com/snowball_iCE//a

Q: 8. The product states with Accessory Pack. What is included in the Accessory Pack? I have seen other online that include a pop filter, does this product include that?

A: Here's what's included:Blue Snowball USB Condenser Microphone with Accessory Pack (Ice)Tripod StandUSB Cable1-Year Limited Warranty

Q: 9. can it be shiped to new zealand?

A: You may calculate your actual shipping options/order totals by adding the items you want to a shopping cart. It will then list the shipping options, descriptions, ETA's and fees to your location.

Q: 10. Does this come with the USB cord?

A: Yes -the USB cable is included.