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Blue Yeti USB Microphone (Blackout)

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Blue Yeti USB Microphone (Blackout)
Key Features
  • For Podcasting, Streaming, ASMR and More
  • USB for Mac, Windows, and Mobile Devices
  • Cardioid for Solo, Figure-8 for 2 People
  • Omni for Room Capture, Stereo for ASMR
A simple, yet powerfully effective tool for content creators, the Blue Microphones Yeti is a USB mic offering a broadcast-quality sound, a rugged design, and multiple recording modes to suit your needs. The Yeti, offfered here in a blackout finish, has become a go-to mic for people who record podcasts, and who stream on YouTube, Twitch, Facebook Live, and other similar platforms.
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Blue Yeti Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2Fits Your Needs
  • 3All the Control You Need, Built Right In
  • 43.5mm Headphone Jack with Latency-Free Monitoring
  • 5Broadcast-Quality Digital Capture
  • 6Simple to Set Up
  • 7VO!CE Software Included

A simple, yet powerfully effective tool for content creators, the Blue Microphones Yeti is a USB mic offering a broadcast-quality sound, a rugged design, and multiple recording modes to suit your needs. The Yeti, offfered here in a blackout finish, has become a go-to mic for people who record podcasts, and who stream on YouTube, Twitch, Facebook Live, and other similar platforms.

The multiple mic modes allow virtually any kind of content creator to do their thing with precision and ease. Use the cardioid setting to reject off-axis noise, minimizing room tone even when speaking directly into the mic. If you're recording with one other guest, select the Bidirectional polar pattern; now, you can speak into the front, while the guest speaks into the back, and the sides of the mic will reject unwanted room noise. Choose omnidirectional to pickup audio all around the capsule, which is great for work that features multiple voices. Finally, a stereo mode is wonderful for ASMR content or for recording music. A desktop stand and a USB cable are included, as is a suite of VO!CE software FX to improve your sound.

Fits Your Needs
This mic is perfect for recording directly to computers, be they mac or windows systems. With the right, separately available adapters, you can also record with Android and iOS devices.
All the Control You Need, Built Right In
Yeti features controls for headphone volume, pattern selection, instant mute and microphone gain—putting you in charge of every level of the recording process. If you're experiencing distortion or feedback while recording an especially loud source, simply adjust the microphone's sensitivity with the gain control. Or, if you want to take a break in the middle of a podcast, use the instant mute button. Also, the included stand allows for pivoting in a variety of angles for ideal placement, with the added functionality of folding the mic down for storage and transport.
3.5mm Headphone Jack with Latency-Free Monitoring
The mic has an integrated headphone amp with an independent gain control for latency-free monitoring. Simply plug your headphones into the mic's 3.5mm input, and you'll hear your broadcast-quality audio in all its glory.
Broadcast-Quality Digital Capture
The mic records audio at 16-bit / 48 kHz, giving you the broadcast standard for media playback. On the audio side, the tri-capsule design ensures that whatever mode you choose, the mic will pick up a clear and present sound.
Simple to Set Up
Just plug the Yeti into your computer's USB port with the included USB cable, select it as a device in your recording software, and you're ready to get to work. The Yeti runs off your device's power, so no need to plug it into a wall. With driver-free operation, you won't have to download pesky software to get it up and running.
VO!CE Software Included
Blue VO!CE software is included, giving you an array of high-quality vocal filters, FX, and samples to showcase your voice in the best light. You'll find the following FX on hand:

  • High-pass filter
  • Noise reduction filter
  • Expander/gate 
  • De-esser
  • Voice EQ
  • Compression
  • Limiter

 

 

UPC: 836213001257

Blue Yeti Specs

Microphone
Primary Applications
Podcast
Form Factor
Desktop / Stand/Boom Mount
Intended Sound Sources
Vocals
Sound Field
Mono, Stereo
Element Type
Condenser
Diaphragm
0.55" / 14 mm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid, Figure-8, Omnidirectional
Pattern Selection
Switched
Orientation
Side Address
High-Pass Filter
Yes
On-Board Controls
Headphone Volume
Performance
Frequency Range
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
120 dB SPL
THD
0.5%
Connectivity
Digital Output Connector
1 x Mini-USB
Headphone Output
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm
Digital Audio
A/D Conversion
16-Bit
Sample Rate
48 kHz
OS Compatibility
Windows
macOS
*As of June, 2017: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
Mobile App Compatible
No
*As of February, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
RAM Requirement
64 MB Minimum
Power
Bus Power
USB
Operating Voltage
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Physical
Mounting
Mounting Thread (via Integrated Hardware)
Desktop Stand (Included)
Mounting Thread Size
5/8"-27 Female
Included Case
None
Included Filters
None
Dimensions
ø: 4.72 x W: 4.92 x L: 11.61" / ø: 11.99 x W: 12.5 x L: 29.49 cm
Weight
2.2 lb / 1 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.665 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10.4 x 6.3 x 5"

Blue Yeti Reviews

Good mic and fast delivery

By Julien
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-30

Very good mic, nice build quality. Cross border delivery was quick and easy.

Audio quality OK, but broke after less than a year

By Jonathan
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-03

No issues with audio quality for this microphone, but it broke after less than a year due to flimsy, poorly designed connector. It's kind of my own fault--I accidentally bumped it off a desk. However, the microphone and stand are very heavily weighted (perhaps to give the illusion of quality), and this microphone uses an extremely old USB connector type that is prone to stress failures. One little jerk of the cord was all it took to bend/snap the fragile connector pins in the body of the microphone. Game over. After doing some research online I discovered, too late, that damage to this port is so common that there are many forum threads about it, and even shops that replace this specific port on this specific microphone -- for nearly the cost of a new one, of course. On most forums, they'll just recommend that you purchase a better-designed microphone. Very disappointed that such an expensive microphone uses such old, flimsy technology. If you have already purchased this unit, recommend adding additional reinforcement to the port. If you haven't, save your money for something that's actually sturdy instead of something that just looks sturdy.

very high quality

By Joseph
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-12-28

Works as advertised. The software is ok.

Good for podcasting

By Ian
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-25

Use it for podcasting, works well. Good sound quality and seems like a strong value player.

Eh

By Tonja
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2022-09-17

I thought the sound would be more on the lines of professional radio. I don't like the sounds that it gives. Looks good.

Excellent mic for the money

By Steven
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-09

Sounds great, perfect for direct USB sound recording. The multiple pickup patterns make it the perfect all multi-purpose mic.

Great quality sound for music

By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-23

I bought this to upgrade the sound quality for my online piano lessons. I had been using just the mic on the Logitech C920 camera. The voice and music quality is excellent, much better than the camera mic.

Great Product

By Weiling
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-21

I'm not an expert on microphones or sound systems. From a layman's standpoint, this microphone catches sounds clearly. It's also pleasantly heavy and sturdy. A solid product!

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Stand
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