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Blue Ember XLR Condenser Mic for Recording and Streaming, Custom Cardioid Capsule and Mic Stand Mount, Gray
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Blue Ember XLR Condenser Mic for Recording and Streaming, Custom Cardioid Capsule and Mic Stand Mount, Gray

Bottom line: The Blue Ember XLR Condenser Mic for Recording and Streaming: Custom Blue condenser capsule for studio-grade depth and clarity; main trade-off: XLR-only, no USB — needs a separate interface or mixer.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Custom Blue condenser capsule for studio-grade depth and clarity
  • ✓ XLR output pairs cleanly with audio interfaces and mixers
  • ✓ Tight cardioid pattern rejects room noise and off-axis sound
  • ✓ Compact side-address body stays low and off-camera

Cons

  • ✗ XLR-only, no USB — needs a separate interface or mixer
  • ✗ Requires 48V phantom power, so not plug-and-play
  • ✗ Single cardioid pattern, no switchable polar modes
  • ✗ No onboard headphone jack for zero-latency monitoring

Manufacturer description

Ember brings Blue’s legendary studio sound in a compact form factor to your creative space. Featuring a custom Blue condenser capsule, Ember delivers open, accurate sound with impressive headroom for clear, commanding voice recording and streaming. The focused cardioid pickup pattern helps minimize room sound and Ember’s compact, side-address design fits anywhere and keeps a low profile on camera.

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Blue Ember XLR Condenser Mic for Recording and Streaming using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the streaming gear category. Blue Microphones's streaming gear lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

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Key Features

  • Custom Blue Condenser Capsule – captures your voice with stunning depth and clarity
  • Open, Accurate Sound – with impressive headroom, Ember delivers clear, commanding vocals for your voice recordings, gaming and video streaming
  • XLR Connection - Perfect for computer audio interfaces and mixers
  • Precise Cardioid Pattern - Ensures focused sound while minimizing room sound
  • Wide, Consistent Frequency Response - innovative circuit design provides remarkably consistent phantom power to the capsule
  • Adjustable Mic Stand Mount - for connecting to standard microphone stands and boom arms

Full Specifications

BrandBlue Microphones
Colorblack
Impedance40 Ohms
Model NameEMBER
Unit Count1.0 Count
Model Number988-000379
Power SourceCorded Electric
Audible Noise78 Decibels
Polar PatternUnidirectional
Built-In MediaEmber Microphone, Mic stand mount
Connector TypeXLR
Item Type NameMicrophone
Item Dimensions8.62 x 1.5 x 1.26 inches
Mfr Part Number988-000379
Special FeatureHigh-quality, Professional-grade
Antenna LocationSinging, Gaming, Streaming, Voice Recording, Video Conference
Hardware PlatformCamera
Compatible DevicesPersonal Computer, Laptop, Camera, Audio Interface, Mixer
Enclosure MaterialMetal
Frequency Response20 KHz

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