Custom Condenser Capsule: Powered by Blue’s custom condenser capsule, Snowball iCE delivers crystal-clear audio quality that’s light-years ahead of your built-in computer microphone. Cardioid Pickup Pattern: Snowball iCE’s cardioid pickup pattern is ideal for capturing your voice for Skype, podcasting, gaming, and more. Stylish, Retro Design: The stylish, retro aesthetic is inspired by classic recording equipment and looks great on your desktop and on camera. Adjustable Desktop Stand: The included tripod lets you position the microphone in relation to the sound source, improving sound quality. Skype and Discord Certified: Snowball iCE is Skype and Discord certified for guaranteed performance. Whether you’re conducting interviews over Skype, streaming live gameplay on Twitch, or communicating across the globe, you’ll be heard loud and clear.