If you're a vocalist looking for the classic sound of a FET condenser microphone in a USB form-factor, consider the ART C1USB, a USB mic designed for sung vocals, podcasting, VO, and anything else that applies to the voice. Combining FET circuitry with the ease straight-to-computer recording, the C1USB can come in handy for home-studio use.

Monitor your vocals without latency straight from the mic over the 3.5mm headphone jack. Controls are on hand for headphone volume, mic gain, a -10 dB pad, and a high-pass filter to kill low rumble. Because of the mic's cardioid polar pattern, you won't pick up nearly as much of the room as you would with an omnidirectional or figure-8 mic; this makes the C1USB perfectly suited for untreated home/bedroom studios. A desktop mic stand, a mic mount, and a USB cable are included.

For Vocals, Podcasting, VO & More    Works with Mac/Windows Computers    FET Sound in USB Mic Form Factor    Low-Latency 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Jack    Cardioid Pattern Reduces Room Pickup    Mic Gain, Headphone Volume, Pad & HPF    Broadcast-Quality 48 kHz/16-Bit Audio    Powered via USB    Includes Desktop Stand & Mic Mount    Includes USB 2.0 Cable

This mic is designed for your voice, whether you use it to sing, podcast, narrate audio books, or record voice-overs. You'll find the FET technology will help your voice sound full, yet clear and polished.

The mic will operate with both Mac and Windows computers, without requiring a dedicated interface, preamp, or mixer.

The microphone makes use of a directional cardioid polar pattern to minimize off-axis sound. This polar pattern naturally, yet effectively tamps down room tone and focuses the audio capture on what's directly in front of the mic, so everyone can clearly hear your voice.

The mic offers a headphone jack for monitoring. Just plug a pair of headphones into the 3.5mm jack, and you'll be able to listen to your broadcast-quality audio in all its glory. A convenient volume dial helps you raise or lower the headphone volume, so you won't have to change the volume on your computer or your recording software to hear audio at your desired level. Finally, the mic offers low-latency blend and mix controls monitoring for your vocals. These come in handy for tracking to prerecorded material: you can use it to adjust the balance between your mic's pickup and the existing mix; adjust these knobs to your liking, and you won't hear any latency as you record.

The mic records audio at sample rates and resolutions up to 16-bit / 48 kHz, giving you the broadcast standard for media playback. When it comes to the digital technology in this mic, you need not worry about recording a substandard sound.

With an included desktop stand, mic mount, and USB cable, you can get up and running right away. Simply place the mic in the mount, attach the mount to the stand, and run the USB cable from the mic into your computer. When you're done, stow the mic in the included pouch for safekeeping.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Would any usb-c wire work with this microphone?

A: The Sennheiser Profile USB Condenser Microphone Streaming Set with Boom Arm will work with USB-C cables which are capable of carrying both data and power.

Q: 2. Does this micrphone Support being used on iPhone when?? Recoring audio?

A: The mic comes with a cord that needs a USB port. The iPhone doesn't have a USB port, so you'd need some type of adapter. I've seen a YouTube tutorial that says the Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter will work with any USB mic and iPhone 6. I've never tried it, though. B & H sells the adapter.

Q: 3. 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: 4. Does this work with apple devices such as iPad, iPhone, iPod?

A: With Apple's iPad camera connection kit you can use this mic with an iPad but not an iPhone or iPod. B&H # APIPCCK.

Q: 5. latency?

A: When using headphones connected directly to the C)!U Pro you will receive a mix of the direct signal that the microphone is picking up with zero latency and the return audio from your software. When direct monitoring is disabled you are hearing return of all signal from your software and latency will depend on the computer specs and settings. With the speed and efficiency of currently available processors, latency is rarely an issue.

Q: 6. WILL THIS WORK WITH MY SAMSUNG TAB 2 7.0? I HAVE USB ACCESS TO IT, & WOULD LIKE TO USE IN PLACE OF THE INTERNAL MIC. WOULD THE SOFTWARE BE A PROBLEM?

A: This USB microphone needs to connect to a computer. It cannot function with an android tablet.

Q: 7. Will this mic work directly with a GoPro camera?

A: This USB microphone cannot connect to a GoPro or any other camera. it is designed to connect directly to the USB port on a computer.

Q: 8. Will it work if I plug the USB cord into a USB to AUX cable and then plug that into a chromebook? Does the audio still get sent over? Will chromebook accept the audio?

A: This Microphone is compatible with ChromeOS. However, I do not believe this will work.Instead, plug it directly in. If this is a USB-C chromebook such as what I own, I would recommend a USB-C adapter.

Q: 9. 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: 10. I purchased this mic a year ago and it has given me hollow mono sound. Am I doing something wrong?

A: The Samson C01UCW is a mono microphone. A hollow sound can be caused by several factors. Condenser mics are very sensitive, and will be affected by room reflections and reverbaration. If you are using the mic in a large room with reflective walls it may cause this type of sound. Many times just by relocation the mic or even turning it slightly may improve your sound. You can also look into purchasing a reflection filter which will effectively cut down on the amount of indirect signal to the mic. a href= http://bhpho.to/1x7rIsB target= _blank http://bhpho.to/1x7rIsB/a