Product Description

The Icicle provides a high quality connection from your microphone directly into your computer or USB recording device. Featuring a studio quality preamp and no special drivers, you just plug and record! The Icicle is ideal for using your favorite microphone to do Podcasting, digital recording, voice messagaing or voice recognition.Blue Microphone Icicle FeaturesPlug and record - No special drivers requiredStudio Quality USB microphone preampSupplies 48V phantom power for condenser microphonesFully balanced low noise analog front endAnalog level controlPhantom power active lightIncludes 6 foot USB cableComputer, XLR cable & microphone are not included

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #382 in Musical Instruments
• Color: White
• Brand: Blue
• Model: ICICLE
• Released on: 2008-09-10
• Original language: English, French
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 8.00" h x 5.00" w x 8.00" l, 2.00 pounds

Features

• Plug and record
• Studio Quality USB microphone preamp
• Supplies 48V phantom power for condenser microphones
• No special drivers required
• Fully balanced low noise analog front end

From the Manufacturer

The Icicle is Blue’s new stylish USB converter and mic preamp combo that allows you to connect any XLR microphone directly into your computer via USB! The Icicle features a studio quality microphone preamp, 48V phantom power, fully balanced low noise front end, analog gain control, and driverless operation. Setup is a snap!

The Icicle works with both dynamic and condenser microphones, providing high quality and hassle-free connectivity with Mac or PC. Whether you’re using a microphone for digital recording, podcasting, voice messaging, or voice recognition applications, the Icicle is the quick and easy way to get connected.

Characteristics

• Plug and Record — No Special Drivers Required
• Built-in Studio Quality USB Microphone Preamp
• Supplies 48V Phantom Power for Condenser Mics
• Fully Balanced Low Noise Analog Front End
• Analog Level Control
• Phantom Power Active Light
• Includes 6-ft USB Cable

Suggested Applications

• Digital music recording, podcasting, voice messaging, voice recognition

Customer Reviews

TRUE PLUG N PLAY ON THE GO WHEREVER THERES A PC
The Icicle is truly a great piece of hardware. It's as simple as plugging your mic cord into the product and plugging that into your USB. The BEST thing about this product is it allows you to take your mic wherever there is a usb equipped computer. It is light weight so I don't know it's durability and don't plan on throwing it to find out. The Icicle comes with a gain knob which is a plus BUT remember with this is a 60 dollar plug n play tool so it doesn't have any other features.


*also i didn't have the noise/feedback issue

AWESOME PRODUCT
I have several of these converters in my home studio -- the quality is amazing on both dynamics and condenser mics! I had an Icicle that initially had a low hum, contacted Blue, and they said that the first 500 units produced had a low hum but that has since been fixed. They sent me a replacement unit and it works perfectly now. BUY THIS PRODUCT if you have the need.

Works great!
Great USB audio interface! I also own the Shure X2U and they perform just about the same...I wish I would have known that before I spent way more on the X2U.