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Blue Microphones Yeti USB Microphone Review

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(More customer reviews)NOTE: I used the Blue Yeti Microphone to record this Video Review
Blue Yeti Review Summary
The Blue Yeti is an excellent plug and record USB microphone that has dramatically increased the quality of my voice recordings. It has a solid & sleek build, is easy to use, and most importantly clearly records my voice.
Introduction - Who I am and how do I use this product
My name is Antonio and I own and operate ATailoredSuit.com; I have been using the Blue Yeti since February to speak with clients on Skype and to record podcasts and videos about men's style and custom clothing. Prior to owning the Blue Yeti I used the Blue Snowflake for one year; before that I used the built in microphone on my computer and headsets. For the last 6 months I have been looking at purchasing the Blue Snowball; when this microphone came out I decided to make this purchase instead.
Pros - Things I Love
1.Sound Recording Quality - The most important quality in a microphone; from my limited 30 day use and when compared to the past types of microphones I am used to (Blue Snowflake, Logitech Webcam 9000 Microphone, Various Headset microphones, Built in Computer Microphones) this Microphone beat them all.
2.Plug and Play - I have seamlessly used this microphone on 3 separate computers, one running XP, the other Vista, and on a Windows 7 machine. In each case it was immediately recognized and clearly marked as the Blue Yeti
3.Simple Knobs and Design - Mute, Mode, Headphone Volume and MIC Gain Control. Stand can be tightened and microphone removed.
4.Solid Build - Overall, Solid (One small complaint below). The 10 foot USB cord was a nice touch.
5.Playful Approach - Blue has decided to present the Yeti in a playful manner. They appeal to the creative and make the manual much more approachable for those of us not technically inclined.
Cons - Things I am not happy with
1.Size - It weight 3.5 pounds and stands 1 foot high - I am used to this now, but be prepared for a big footprint!
2.Looseness of Volume & Gain Controls - A small complaint, but for an overall solid device these feel like they will be the first things to break.
Final Recommendation
The Blue Yeti is an amazing microphone that was well worth the investment. It has already dramatically increased the quality of my voice recordings and I recommend it to any podcaster. I give this product 9 out of 10 stars (5 out of 5 for Amazon!), my only knock that the price maybe too high for some.

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Combining three capsules and four different pattern settings, the Yeti is the ultimate tool for creating amazing recordings, directly to your computer. THX Certified for exceptional sound and performance, the Yeti can capture anything with a clarity & ease unheard of in a USB microphone.

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Blue Microphones enCORE 200 Studio-Grade Phantom Powered Active Dynamic Microphone Review

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(More customer reviews)It is rare when something lives up to the hype surrounding it. This mic does indeed live up to the hype.
After using condenser mics to record spoken word, I was skeptical that a dynamic mic could deliver good quality voice unless you paid an outrageous amount of money. This one does deliver. What is even more surprising, for the first test, I ran the mic direct into a mini digital recorder, Tascam DR07, and got outstanding results. No EQ, no preamp, just straight in. What's more, this was tested outside the studio, in an open room, and I did not pick up any ambient noise.
The raw feed from this mic delivers a rich fat sound favoring deeper voices. Without any preamp, I had to be closer than I am used to with the condenser mics I've been using, but the freedom to operate without any external phantom power makes up for that. The vocals came through very clear and without obvious pops from plosives.
BLUE mics have a rock solid reputation and I think this mic will only server to enhance it. Speaking of rock solid, wait until you feel the heft of this in your hand! Real solid! Previously, I used either AKG C900 or AKG C1000 for non-studio recording. No more. The enCore 200 is now my preferred microphone for these tasks. In addition to sounding better, there's less equipment to carry to power the mic.

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Blue Microphones enCORE 100 Studio-Grade Dynamic Performance Microphone Review

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(More customer reviews)I went to a brick and mortar store intent on buying the industry standard Shure SM58 or better. My main intention was to use the mic for live vocal performance with only some limited computer recording using Audacity or Windows Movie Maker.
To quote one large retailer; "The Shure SM58 Mic is world-renowned for its distinctive upper-midrange presence peak that ensures an intelligible, lively sound. Perfectly fits a performer's hand, balanced for total comfort during long gigs. Frequency response is a smooth, vocal-tailored 50Hz-15kHz, and the price is a bargain considering its life expectancy." And of course, "The Shure SM58 mic is legendary for its uncanny ability to withstand abuse that would destroy any other microphone." Those words about the Shure are important because they seem like a paradigm of the comments of most of the people that have reviewed the Shure SM58.
When I picked up the Shure SM58 it felt good in my hand - nicely weighted and very solidly built. I also liked the sound of it; however being my first serious microphone that was bound to be the case.
In the interest of due diligence I decided to try out a couple of other microphones in the same price range. This Blue Microphones enCORE 100 pleasantly surprised me. It was more sensitive than the Shure and boasted a brighter and crisper sound. For the kind of vocal work that I wanted to do (Jazz and Pop Standards) it seemed perfect.
The nail in the coffin was the fact that it is a much more beautiful microphone to look at and it feels more substantial in the hand (it is heavier). The lower price (as of this writing) and the beautiful felt-lined canvas carrying pouch weren't even necessary - I was already convinced after singing a few measures. I am very happy that I purchased the Blue Microphones enCORE 100.

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