Announcing…

Tiki

Ultra compact, built for portability, Tiki is the first USB microphone with advanced DSP that mimics the intelligence of human hearing

• Brings your voice to the forefront using voice isolation and noise-canceling technology
• Improves vocal clarity for online communication like Skype and iChat, and voice recognition software
• Eliminates computer fan and typing noise by intelligently auto-muting
• Recording mode optimized for podcasts and music recordin

Mikey Digital

Plug-and-play external microphone for recording stereo audio on the latest iPod touch, iPhone and iPad models using iOS audio apps or the video function

• Superior audio recording
• iPod touch (4th generation), iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPad 2, iPad
• Works with most popular recording apps
• Input jack for guitars, mics and any device with line-out
• Automatic or manual gain control

Spark Digital

The first studio-grade condenser microphone for both iPad and USB, bringing true studio recording capabilities to the iPad mobile platform

• Blue’s legendary studio condenser capsule
• Plug -n- Play for iPad, Mac and PC – no drivers needed
• Works with GarageBand and other recording applications
• Focus Control switch offers two sonic signatures in one mic
• Headphone jack for zero-latency real-time monitoring
• Onboard control for volume, gain and instant mute
• Includes Blue’s Cloud Production Bundle for audio back-up and sharing

Check out the table below to find out which Blue mics are best for which sounds,  the specific sound characteristics of each mic and features of them all!

Which one is right for you?

Reactor comes with custom pop filter and shockmount

Reactor unites Blue’s proprietary pre-amp circuit and innovative pattern selection method (cardioid, omni or bi-directional) with a swiveling capsule head for precise positioning, making it inherently well-suited for multiple mic setups.

Blue’s founder, Skipper Wise, introduces us to Reactor:

Multiple Patterns and Sonic Signature:

Drawing from the design of Blue’s renowned B6 capsule, Reactor’s capsule technology delivers a full sonic signature with a detailed top end, texture mids and a full bottom end.  With the versatility of choosing between the cardioid, bi-directional and omnidirectional patterns, Reactor’s sound can be tuned to specific uses such as full and present vocals, warm guitar acoustics, even capturing the room frequencies of drums.

Features:

Featuring an innovative swiveling design, Reactor’s capsule head rotates fluidly across a 90 degree range, with resistance to hold the head in a precise position. Facilitating ease-of-use in multiple mic setups such as Mid/Side or X-Y recording, Reactor’s swivel head allows for accuracy and fine-tuning of setup geometry and microphone tone.

Reactor comes with a high-quality metal carrying case for protection and storage, along with a custom-designed shockmount and a custom magnetic pop filter complete the recording experience.

HOW TO: Reactor is designed to be great at multiple mic setups. We’ve provided an introductory overview to get you started with it here.

WHERE TO BUY: Reactor, MSRP $499 is now available! Want to find out where you can buy one (or a few)!?

Check out our Dealer Locator to find a dealer near you!

Then, we created Yeti Pro. Taking those features to the next level by adding 24bit/192 kHz digital recording resolution and XLR output.

And now you’re asking yourself, which one is for me? What are the differences?

Here is a comparison of the mics and what a few experts have said about this timeless question – Yeti or Yeti Pro?

Word on the street…

“If you are looking to have the best microphone you can for USB, Blue has taken their top-of-class Yeti and made it more responsive. If you are looking for the ability to go beyond USB and hook up your microphone to a professional sound board, the stereo XLR output will be worth it. If you need a microphone for recording podcasts, and you don’t need the XLR outputs, then you are probably better off saving a $100 and sticking with the Yeti.” -The Gadgeteer

“The bottom line. The Yeti Pro takes an already great mic and turns it up a few notches. It’s an awesome addition to any recording studio for both digital and analog recordings.” -Mac|Life

“Based on our previous tests, the Yeti was already what we considered the ideal desktop USB recording microphone for most users. But throw in the pro features mentioned above, and it becomes a true “pro” product. Is the Pro worth the $100 extra? That depends on how badly you need them…” - BeatWeek

“With the option to use a USB or XLR input however it is totally worth the extra cost.  I highly recommend the Yeti Pro if you are into podcasting. It has everything you need if you are just starting and allows room to grow when you decide to add a mixing board and other audio equipment.” -GearDiary.com

“…the Yeti Pro is a solid upgrade for you if you…need the versatility of a true dual-system microphone, it’s unsurpassed…If you’re already a Yeti owner you might not need the upgrade. If you’re not, then it’s well worth a few bucks to see what having fewer limits will inspire you to do.” –Appletell

“It is more expensive, however, and the differences will be most clear to musicians rather than, say, casual podcasters. Indeed, unless you’re already planning to wed it to studio gear for one reason or another, the XLR outputs (which require 48v phantom power from a pre-amp) will only sit there encouraging you to buy some so that you may.” -BoingBoing

“I’d say that if you’re just chatting with your girlfriend on Skype, it’s not an expense that makes sense versus, say, a better camera, but if you seek a professional sound or are recording audio — voice or instrumental — that needs the best possible reproduction, then the Yeti Pro is a splendid choice and it’s ability to also interface with XLR audio equipment makes it a must-have for any digital roadie too.” – Ask Dave Taylor

The triple capsule arrangement inside of Yeti and Yeti Pro was designed to be as versatile as possible. The capsules are positioned in a unique configuration that allows for multiple patterns of cardioid, stereo, bi-directional and omni. In order to achieve this versatility, the capsules have been positioned in a side address manner, meaning they capture audio from the sides of the mic grill, not the top. You will lose presence if you speak directly into the top of the mic.

Side address mic: Capsules face OUT, not UP inside mic grill

For Cardioid and Stereo: When facing the Blue logo on the Yeti or Yeti Pro, you are in position for achieving the best sound.

For Bi-directional: Imagine the Blue logo is also on the opposite side of the Yeti or Yeti Pro, address the logos for achieving the best sound.

For Omni: The triple capsule array allows Yeti and Yeti Pro to capture the best sound 360 degrees around the mic when addressing the sides of the mic.

S2 Shockmount was designed to work with Blue’s Dragonfly, Blueberry and Cactus microphones. All of our shockmounts and pop filters are composed of solid brass and individually hand-built and soldered.

S3 Shockmount was designed for use with Blue’s Bottle Rocket Stage 1, Bottle Rocket Stage 2, Kiwi, Baby Bottle, Bluebird, and Spark mics. Isolates mic from stand vibration and protects mic capsule from shock, while built-in thumbscrew assembly allows easy positioning.

Radius is the shockmount for the Yeti and Yeti Pro USB microphones. Combining cool vintage styling with rugged durability, the Radius isolates the microphone from ambient vibration. Radius works with Yeti/Yeti Pro as well as virtually any mic with a standard thread mount.

The Ringer is a vintage-style suspension mount designed to isolate the microphone body from ambient vibration when mounted on a mic stand. The Ringer works with Blue’s Snowball USB microphone as well as virtually any mic with a standard thread mount.

B0

Sounds like: Airy top end, silky vocal sound

Bottle Rocket Stage 1, Bottle, Bottle Rocket Stage 2

B1

Sounds like: Ultimate for acoustic instruments

B2

Sounds like: Vintage rich ribbon sound with muted top end & detailed midrange

B3

Sounds like: Accurate, neutral sound

B4

Sounds like: Best for live & orchestral applications

B5

Sounds like: Dramatic top & bottom

B6

Sounds like: The renowned Blue sonic signature –smooth, liquid presence

B7

Sounds like: Today’s vintage sound

B8

Sounds like: All-purpose, our “TPO” (The Popular Opinion) sound

The enCORE 200 can be thought of as your own personal security guard to protect you from inconsistent sound. The unique circuitry in this phantom powered dynamic live microphone stabilizes the tone and avoids any signal loss do to long cable runs. Your focus can now be on your performance, knowing that from show to show your sound is secure.

–Skipper Wise

Founder | President

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If not, you are missing out on daily tips, news articles, artist highlights, promotions, videos and MORE! So for those of you who are slacking in your social media stalking–er I mean following –of Blue Microphones, here are the highlights so far from May:

What you missed:

Duff McKagan: The Top 10 Rock Band Dos and Don’ts http://bit.ly/lK2MXx

#AmericanIdol contestants rock the Beats/Blue wireless mic and get great advice from @LadyGaga last week – Watch http://youtu.be/3oer9-WSJHc

Blue sighting! http://yfrog.com/h2ynoodj @SnoopDogg on Bottle mic, recording “Superman” w/Willie Nelson. Watch: http://youtu.be/-weOXYqWmr8

What empowers you as an artists? Let us know and watch here: http://youtu.be/p2-DudeTZh4

Happy Friday UK! Want to win a Yeti or new Yeti Pro? @techradar’s giveaway ends Sunday – Hurry and enter! Good Luck!! http://bit.ly/m6s0lQ

The 88 (@the88) rocking enCORE http://yfrog.com/h6j9hmaj – Studio sound on stage

Do you want to win a free Blueberry AND Yeti Pro? Silly question, of course you do! Enter the @RecordingHacks contest: http://bit.ly/jELDCU

My new sounds: The Parlotones – Blue Microphones Official Podcast on #SoundCloud http://snd.sc/kFctWL

Want to hear Yeti Pro (and all patterns) in action?! Listen to the latest NYTimes @BitsTechTalk podcast (min 15:40) http://nyti.ms/cGxxJn

Princeton professor develops 3-D audio technology (sound clips and video) http://bit.ly/j52obn

Studio Sound on Stage – Broken Social Scene (@bssmusic) on enCORE 100 http://yfrog.com/gygrtdej

Facebook Relaunches Page for Musicians & Fans http://on.mash.to/klXagI (via @Mashable)

A Go-to Site for Tracking Music Acts via @nytimes http://nyti.ms/kluSBE Track favorite live shows, get notifications?! Nice!

RIP Mike for Flip: Due to the announcement from Cisco regarding the abrupt discontinuation of Flip cameras, we sadly announce the death of Mikey for Flip. Please see the obituary here: www.bluemic.com/mikeyforflip All of the remains of Mikey for Flip, including prototypes, have been donated to Blue R&D and will not be for sale

Connected through the camera kit, Snowball –a stereo condenser USB mic with cardioid and omni patterns—and Snowflake—a portable USB cardioid condenser mic—are plug-and-play for recording on the iPad with Blue’s studio-quality sound. Taking it to the next level,  Yeti and recently released Yeti Pro require more power and can be connected through a powered USB hub, along with the camera connection kit for the highest quality digital recording to your iPad.

In action: Check out these videos of how to set up Yeti on the iPad and advance ways to use it in GarageBand

Setting up Yeti or Yeti Pro on the iPad (1 or 2)

Check out this video from GearGazm on how simple it is to connect the Yeti to an iPad 2 and start recording:

Advanced: How to record vocals, acoustical instruments and sound effects:

ButterScotch TV has an entire series on tips, tricks and How-Tos using GarageBand on the iPad. In episode 8, they give us an advanced look at using Yeti to record the highest quality sound on GarageBand:

Professional Bonus:

With the powered USB hub, you can use Icicle, our USB-to-XLR converter, to connect most of our professional microphones, such as our Bluebird, straight to you iPad!

Bluebird