Blue Yeti Review / Test 

You managed to explain everything perfectly in so short time. You are awesome.

Your reviews are great. I've watched 10 mic-related videos and you've really helped me get educated for my next purchase. Thanks, man.

This is a fantastic review, all your reviews answer every single question i could have. You're entertaining and informative and awesome. So thank you.

Thank you so much!!! I have been watching your videos for three days now and have finally decided on this one because it is USB and I can do interviews in person. OMG, I finally know what to buy. Your videos are so helpful. Thank you!!! I can finally order it and start my podcast.

When you live in Australia so '$80' actually means '$200'...

I appreciate the thoroughness of this review.. job well done man

YES YES YES! My personal choice for commentary and anything else! Definitely keeping mine for a long while, great job!

Effort put into this review was impressive. Awesome video!

Even to this day I always come back to this video for help on my Blue Yeti, Thank you Sir for this video. You've really helped me a lot and I know for a fact you will in the future with this microphone

You make the best reviewer ever cause you show so much more and explaines why

"it has a microphone gain knob thank goodness thank the few good things holy in this world that has a gain knob" please put this on my gravestone

I picked up the YetiCaster edition a couple of years ago.. so happy I went with it

Thanks for the help! I think I've been convinced to buy one of these. Time to spend 3 hours finding the best possible deal on Amazon.

Thanks for all your amazing reviews! Helped me a lot in deciding which mic to buy. Why do people normally prefer xlr mics for singing though?

I´ve seen A LOT of michrophone reviews the Blue Yeti is by far the best.

These are really awesome reviews, my only problem is that not everyone will have the boom arm. Would be really neat to hear what it sounds like with the Blue Yeti on it's own stand while banging on the keyboard.

Thank you for the review, turned me over the edge and purchased one

would you recommend this or the rode nt-usb? i'm doing voiceovers and i'm using it for things like teamspeak.

Best review by far

Been trying to find out what microphone I should get. There's been so many reviews of the yeti and other mics and I could never decide. You managed to test the Yeti in all the ways I needed it tested, which few people have done with their reviews. So thanks to you I might just have to get myself a Yeti now. Great work!

I found one of these on Kijiji for 50 dollars. I got it. I am absolutely happy with my purchase. This video helped justified my purchase.

Hello @Podcastage! I dont know if you can still manage to read my message. First of all, I love how you review all the different types of microphones which are very genuine to hear and convincing to watch. My question is, out of all USB microphones such as Rode NT USB, AT 2020, Blue Yeti and Apogee MIC, which of them is best for vocal recordings? I really appreciate if you respond to my concern. Thank you! 😊

Thank you for this review! I want to find a mic that pics up good quality voice sound but I don't have to have it right in my face, so the Blue Yeti isn't for me. I am thinking I need a good quality USB lavalier mic. Do you have a favorite?

Absolutely great test you did almost everything, just amazing work dude so thanks a lot now I'm fixed I'm gonna got a blue yeti Platinium.. Best of luck Oh yeah btw what camera are you using cause the quality is Damn good thanks ?

Where electric guitar test for this mic?

A lot of people seem to hate blue yeti. I don't own this mic, but judging by this video it actually sounds good, and personally, I especially liked the stereo mode. But apparently some complains are for a reason, because I've heard examples of some blue yeti mics having a constant high pitched noise, not sure how common this problem is though. Btw I absolute love how you are trying to answer every single question in comments, great job!l

Would this be a decent way to start a podcast with 3 or 4 people in the omni mode ?

just received the product today. watched the video today on how to use it :) Thanks!

Was thinking of making my first mic be like...the BM800, now I am rethinking that thought.. Nice review, my fav (cheap-ish) mic review yet :)

I've had this microphone for 2 and a half years. It's amazing and something I still don't regret getting after upgrading from a blue snowball. It's amazing. :)

Hey man subbed and love all your videos. You should make a blue snowball vs. blue yeti video. Continue with the videos man!!

I’d like to know if you can plug this mic to your iPhone, just like the Mv88 or the Mv51??

is this a good mic to record ur voice to make songs or raps etc? and what recording sorftware program would be best if u are interested in making songs.

so like what should i even put the gain on and windows volume on with my blue yeti blackout?

If you increase the gain while moving further away from the mic will it sound louder ?

Does it pick the sound of the mouse clicks, if the mouse is in the back of the mic and it is set in cardioid polar?

Wow. It is very versatile.

What camera lens did you use for this video? It looks so awesome!

Best review I have ever seen. Thank u 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Is blueberry a good microphone? for youtube ? I have the blue yeti but I want more quality

How do I get my yeti to sound like yours? Are you using a sound card, or phantom power? If you are, can u tell me which ones you are using

Can you tell me which usb mic is better the blue yeti or the Knox dynamic cardioid microphone?

I’m looking to improve my voice. Which one will be better Blue Yeti or Rode NT USB? I’m between those two. Also wants to get shock mount and arm. Could help me with this decision? I’m doing recording for card openings on YT, Games livestream, pre-recorded gameplay videos etc. Thanks

should i buy the at 2020 and uphoria um2, or the blue yeti. They are both the same price (if you include the um2) and i want it for gaming and for maybe some other things. I want to also put it on a normal arm.

Can you plug this mic into the USB of a 250wt pyle pro amp ? And will it work that way?

Ok I know I'm ultra late but what did you do in post? Boost the audio signal?

Hi, what mic do you think that is best to record to people side to side in gameplays, rode podcaster, blue yeati or at2020 usb??

Samson s01c or blue yetti? I need it for streaming

hey bandrew is it possible for you to review the audio technica atr 2500

@Podcastage Wish I'd found you earlier! Great reviews! Concise, clear, thorough. I got this as well due to versatility. However not 100% happy for audiobooks. Sensitivity, frequency polar pattern, and proximity mean I can't blend edits unless I stand in exactly the same spot. Your reviews would be perfect if you added a noise test : Meeting ACX Audio Submission Requirements Each file must measure between -23dB and -18dB RMS. ... Each file must have peak values no higher than -3dB. ... Each file must have a noise floor no higher than -60dB RMS. ... With the knob at full volume, 85 in software gain, a closet, 4" away and pointing at the corner of my mouth, NR filter at -12dB, and speaking loud, I can meet this. However, you should be speaking in a normal voice for audiobooks (for a very good reason - plosives can't be as loud relative to voicing, thus intelligibility goes down - there's no such thing as shouting a "p"). I could use a bit more sensitivity. If I turn up software gain I notice it's more noisy. A gain of 80dB gives acceptable noise, but I need to be even closer to the mic to do that. This makes for a very scientific and demanding test! Can the mic meet Audible standards?

How do you turn off the latency free real time monitor (direct monitoring) for this mic?

am tempted to get this Yeti, now in dilemma between choosing Yeti or Rode NT-USB. But read online the durability isn't that good, and also customer service is horrible. Is it worth it to gamble for one? Things i like over Rode is the 4polar patterns, gain knob and mute

What was the gain you used on the computer Settings ?

A fine review. Thanks!

I have this mic and it's super sensitive to background noise but my biggest issue is breathing noise...inhales are loud. You don't seem to experience that. Any tips for limiting breathe noise? Or is editing it in post a necessary evil?

I like the stereo setting with the guitar and no keyboard sound.

Thank you for this. Can you also review MAONO AU-903 which is a copy of Blue Yeti and costs half? Your indepth review will help in making a choice. Thank you in advance.

How did you get you're yeti mic to sound so clear. Mine sounds terrible

Very helpful review. Thank you so much!

Is there a way I can use the mic without the earphones I’m tying to record video. However the mic only work with earphones🤦🏽‍♀️. My camera don’t have input mic I have canon g7 mark II.

Why doesn’t my blue yeti sound like this? I have my Xbox & my fan, all I hear is ambiance & feedback! I use the cardioid and it still picks up sound. 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 can you recommend an air conditioner and a fan quite enough for a good quality recording? There’s a heat wave in NYC

Excellent review, thanks

Which boom arm would you recommend for the blue yeti?

Would you recommend recording in Mono or Stereo? Also you picked up barely any keyboard sound while I'm picking up a heck of a lot. Maybe you aren't using MX Cherry blues at this time? Or are you applying some sort of black magic that we mortals do not comprehend? (I am on the Cardioid setting). Love the reviews! You're the best!

Does this mic offer latency free monitoring as well as computer play back monitoring together ?

I'm not much of an audiophile, but I'm a fan of your videos! Keep it up!

Great review. I got this mic because of this review. I am in the process of creating a podcast and want to interview in person though and might combine it with co-host. I need three mics probably. Can I get a mixer and start using XLR mics, but still use it with my Blue Yeti (usb). Any help would be great. Limited budget and don't want to just scrap the blue yeti if I can. Thanks in advance.

One thing you usually do but forgot, is to record your amp and electric guitar. I have one of these I got for around $20-30 in a good will shop. Its a great mic.

I stream so which mode or whatever it's called shoupd i use

great testing!

I just got my black yeti a few days ago and it sounds great 👍

so which is best for like gaming or videos? may have to rewatch, might delete this

so how have you changed since this video was released in 2015?

hi. are you using 2.0 usb hub wit this mic?

Hi buddy! Can you recommend a pop filter to this yeti blue? Thx!!

Hi Bandrew. I'm your big fan. Could u pls do a review video on Zoom h1?

Note to those who do a lot of edits: I really struggle to make my voice sound the same on trips to the closet. Proximity effect and polar frequency response mean that you need to stand in the exact spot and distance to make edits blend. 2" gives the best bass at the side while avoiding pops and >4" reduces proximity effect. Put the pop filter close to your MOUTH not the mic - you need to slow the wind BEFORE it hits the mic.

Is it possible to record a podcast with two people with two separate Yeti's?

What is the main microphone you use?

Best review by a mile. Thanks.

Can i use this mic for making cover songs???

Did they change these? I got one for next to nothing with a rode boom...and it feels cheap as hell....not that I was keeping it, but wow

Hey everyone , I'm interested in this mic but I've seen people complaining about it. They all say that after few months or weeks , the microphone either stops working or stops getting detected on their computer. I'm seeking for some help guys , would you recommend taking the risk?

What setting do I use when I'm streaming Cardio??

Hi.Great video. I am considering either the yeti blue or rode NT. which has the best sound for recording jazz, pop and blues? I need a big fat sound with some bottom in it. Do I need for recording singing a mixing console with highs and lows and echo? Thanks!

Great video man! I can't decide if I am going to buy the BM-100 or the Blue Yeti. I'll be using it for Skype calls, video recording, and whatever else I may need a microphone for. I have no particular budget, but I do like to save money. Could you help me decide? Oh, forgot to mention, I just watched about eight of your videos and subscribed. They are all great, keep up the good work. :)

i was looking a review like this, thanls u so much!

Does the sound come from camera you are using for recording or how do you do it please ? Is there a way to record video and sound from mic at the same time ? Thanks

hey man i saw all your videos .. all the mics u test sound good .. is that beacuse they are good or beacuse interfaces and sofwares which means that u are good ?! u are good any way man :D

Hi! I'm a female looking to podcast and looking at the blue yeti (not pro), the Samson co1u pro and the audio technica AT2020. They all seem very very good! I'm planning on getting a pop filter, a mic stand and an audio interface for the best audio quality I can produce. My room is not too big but not tiny, and has lots of furniture, a queen size bed, and a carpet floor. I'm planning on making a DYI sound booth. I will use audacity as think, and I really love that RICH, studio/singing voice microphone that captures the full integrity of a voice. I don't wanna get too many more accessories than the ones aforementioned. My voice is on the medium to high end and I heard the AT2020 is best for higher ranger and the yeti is better for lower range(bassy voices?) most people have said the AT2020 is slightly better than the Yeti. But you seem to LOVE the Samson co1u Pro! So based on my requirements/equipment I'm getting, which of the 3 would you recommend? PLEASE help! +Podcastage

Not sure if i should get this or the Razer Siren X 🤔

Why does no one connect the headphone output of the Yeti to a camera so you do not have to sync the audio in post? You have a different setup. I know. But it should be possible.

Do you know if you need a pop filter for the blue snowball iCE?? Or does it not matter...

Congrats on 1400 Subs

I really enjoyed the new blue yeti microphone and I like it

What settings for this mic would you recommend on windows? Such as the levels in sound settings.

Is the pattern mode knob difficult to turn? I just purchased the Blue Yeti and it is painful to turn the pattern mode knob, almost need pliers to get the knob to move. Is this normal for this microphone?

Which pattern is for gaming?

Can you do a video on microphones with and without pop filters so I can more understand how pop filters work and see a real-world example?

Bandrew! great job with all your reviews! I'm surprised you haven't reviewed the Audio-Technica ATR 2100 or AT 2005 yet. They are both amazingly versatile and affordable for the beginner to seasoned podcaster. Being dynamic mics they deal with room noise well and with them having both USB and xlr connections it allows you to expand from recording into a computer to using a mixer. Not to mention they sound great! Thanks for all the work you put in making videos for us.