Looking for a microphone that can bring a vocal right to the front of the mix? Blueberry imparts the commanding, intimate presence associated with the world’s best vocal microphones. With its shimmering, detailed highs and neutral midrange, and maximized proximity effect (a bass boost inherent in all cardioid mics), the Blueberry also shines with acoustic guitar, hand percussion, drums and other high-end sources.

Whether you’re just starting out and need your first great mic or you’re looking for the perfect go-to mic in the studio, the Essential Series mics offer the best range – and value – for your recording needs. Designed to be the versatile microphones every musician craves, the Essential series: Spark, Bluebird and Baby Bottle are capable of capturing the essence of any audio source. From guitars, basses and drums to woodwinds, brass and vocals, these microphones deliver the full spectrum of audio.

Just prior to the GRAMMYs, Om’Mas Keith, Blue MOB member and producer for Frank Ocean’s Channel Orange album, came to House of Rock to record in the Blue studio. He tells us his secret to great vocals is the Cactus tube microphone powered by the Robbie tube preamp:

"I'm all about the tubes! My multi-pattern Cactus and Robbie combo makes every single thing I use them on seem larger-than-life! Vocals seem to hit you right in the face. Even the most delicate singers get a full-bodied omnipresent sound. Whether using them on strings, miking guitar amps or tracking baritone sax, this high-end analog combo has the versatility that I require...the old world sound coupled with a very modern and stylish enclosure. I like to use the analogy of the Cactus and Robbie being the gateway into my now mostly digital world."

 

Each year the editors of Macworld scour the show floor looking for the stand-out products to share with their readers and this year we’re happy to report they found Nessie! The editors named Blue’s Nessie Best of Show saying, “Made for people who don't want to fuss with audio processing, the $100 Nessie USB mic includes a built-in pop filter and shock mount, and audio filters to help you sound your best on podcasts and other audio recordings.”

Called “an artist to watch” by Buzzbands LA, Tyler Lyle talks with Blue Microphones about his upcoming album and what inspires him musically. Songs from Lyle’s last album have been featured on shows like ABC’s Private Practice and CW’s Hart of Dixie. For the complete podcast, tune in below.

GRAMMY award-winning audio engineer, Phil Magnotti gives expert advice on recording with Dragonfly. He also shares his personal tips and tricks for using Dragonfly to record piano – giving specific details on where to place the mics and what NOT to do.