The Snowball is a direct plug and play mic that connects to either a Mac or PC ? no additional software is needed. With its dual capsule design and unique three-pattern switch (cardioid, cardioid with -10dB pad and omni), the Snowball can handle everything from soft vocals to the loudest garage band ? and it?s ideal for podcasting. Check it out and you?ll see why it?s the coolest mic in town.