There is a big market in retro style gadgets and equipment, the reason for this is not completely known but although it could have something to do with the style and class of the good old days.
This USB microphone looks just the one that broadcasters used during the 1930’s expect the quality of the sound recording is so much better than some of the microphones on the market today, but one of the main selling points is just having this on your desk, it looks so cool.
Features – 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]
