This is piece of history that could be sitting on your desk; it is a classic looking Blue microphone that can be seen in old black and white movies. This is type of microphone could have been seen on the desk of a newsreader or a larger version may have been seen on the stage. Whatever the case this is a classic piece of work brought up to date with modern technology.
Here are some of the specs for the Home Studio USB microphone:
It has two selectable polar patterns: cardioid, allowing it to pick up sounds directly in front at full volume (and sounds behind it at diminished volume) or omnidirectional, allowing it to pick up sounds at equal volume at 360º. A pivot mount on the bottom of the microphone allows you to position it 45º forward or backward and a removable shock ring mount isolates the microphone from structural noise that can muddy sound. The aluminium tripod stand extends to 6 3/4″ at full height. For Windows XP/Vista or Mac. 15 3/4″ H with microphone and mount attached. (2 1/2 lbs.)
Priced at $189.95
Source [Hammacher Schlemmer]
