I'm writing this to help save time for those looking to get a pro level USB mic as I spent quite a bit of time reading reviews (amazon and pro music reviews) listening to mic shootouts and leg work on USB microphones so I though I would see if I can help others save some time. I'm a bit retentive when it comes to my audio gear. I spent 10 years looking for the perfect studio monitors and finally found a slice of heaven in the ADAM s3A's.
Beware the negative reviews as it looks as though they could be user error. Im using on a mac and both mics were flawlessly plug and record nothing to do at all.
I have a professional recording studio and consider my 20 years of listening experience worthwhile in doing an unbiased review.
My goal was to find a usb microphone able to perfectly capture vocals and instruments without adding color (anything but the pure sound) to use with my ipad for audio work.
Microphones and monitors are very subjective in my opinion . Different people like the way different gear sounds. I was simply looking for sonic clarity and depth.
I settled on the Blue Yeti Pro and the MXL 009 and bought them both. I surmised these were the two top picks (based on user and pro reviews) out of the 5 or so at the top including the non pro yeti.
This is my first time owning a blue or MXL mic. I have a couple of Shure ksm44's and a few Neumanns
I ran a series of comparisons between the Yeti Pro, THe MXL 009 and my goto in the studio which is the ksm44 running through an Avalon ad2022 pre through an RME Fireface UFX into an 2011 Imac. I used two sets of headphones and my monitors to listen to the audio recorded. As set of audio technica m50s, and a pair of Sony MDR7509's and the s3a's. I recorded vocals, shakers and tuning forks at both 48k 16bit and 24bit 96k sample rates to see if it made a difference. It does make a difference but its slight and if you were making a song you probably couldn't tell in the mix. If you were doing a podcast or talkshow you woud notice slightly richer deeper clarity with the 96k 24bit setting.
The results were very surprising to me mostly because I was blown away that a $300 microphone can compete with 7K in studio gear. I think I need to tell Toto were not in Kansas anymore. Rating scale 10 = amazing 1=Sucks
The Yeti Pro - If you are looking to get just one mic then this is your pick because of its feature set. Its built like a tank. Has the 4 different switching options which is very useful for getting different sounds. You could put it on a table for an interview and hear both people as an example. Also has standard xlr out, could be nice if you want to use it with standard gear. The stereo out is a nice feature (unless you want mono).
Features = 10
Easy of Use = 10 quick adjustments of gain and are forgiving if your not spot on.
Set up = 10 ( I literally just plugged it in and selected it in logic pro used to record the audio)
Sound Quality = 8 The MXL009 was a bit more transparent and honest with the sound.
Accessories = 9 desk stand is rock solid and cool looking
Look and Feel = 8 Very nice looking and solid feeling but kinda bulky. Sexy sitting on the desk if you care. They get -2 points as the Blue logo was slightly off level which most people probably would not or could not notice. (retentive)
The MXL 009 - If you want the best sounding Mic and dont care about the rest this is your mic.
Features = 7 (lack of traditional xlr out limits to digital use)
Easy of Use = 7 You need to get your gain levels set prior to using or you will get pops and clicks in your audio. This could be a bummer if you just did a big long take and now have to edit to remove a few clicks. Set your gains and you will be without issue. ( would be nice if they had a clipping indicator on the mic since this is such a big issue). Maybe they will correct it with a soft or firmware update.
Set up = 10 ( I literally just plugged it in and selected it in logic pro - used to record the audio)
Sound Quality = 10 The MXL009 was a bit more transparent and honest with the sound. It is really a beautifully accurate mic.
Accessories = 9 desk stand is rock solid but not as cool looking as the yeti. Its a basic stand. It comes with a cool metal case if you travel with your mics.
Look and Feel = 9 Very nice looking and solid feeling. The blue led is a nice touch to show its connected
The verdict is that they all sound amazing. If you were not doing a sise by side A/B you would miss the subtle differences. The Shure has a slight lead for overall sound but the MXL009 is not far behind and the Yeti pro is right up there with them. Its not quite as good sonically but as far as getting bang for your buck the yeti pro is an amazing choice for everything you get for less than $300. Unbelievable! My hats off to both companies for such great products.
I am keeping them both unfortunately as they are that great for different reasons.
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Blue Microphones Yeti Pro USB Condenser Microphone
The Yeti Pro is the world's first USB microphone combining 24-bit/192 kHz digital recording resolution with analog XLR output. Featuring three custom condenser capsules and four different pattern settings, the Yeti Pro can capture digital audio with up to four times the clarity found on CDs. Plus, the Yeti Pro features a cutting-edge A-D converter chip and separate analog circuit path for use with professional studio mixers and preamps.
You also get a built-in headphone amplifier for zero-latency monitoring, and direct controls for headphone volume, pattern selection, mute, and microphone gain. So whether you record at home, in a studio (or in the Himalayas!), the Yeti Pro is your ultimate sound solution.
- Combines 24-bit/192 kHz digital recording with analog XLR output
- Advanced features with the simplicity of a plug-and-play USB microphone
- Built-in pattern with four polar pattern settings--stereo, cardioid, omnidirectional, and bidirectional
- Custom base includes a threaded mic stand with cable management
System Requirements
- PC: Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, XP Home Edition or XP Professional USB 2.0 High Speed; 256 MB RAM (minimum)
- Macintosh: Mac OSX (10.6.4 or higher) USB 2.0 High Speed; 256 MB RAM (minimum)
Legendary Features
Desktop or Studio, the Possibilities Are Endless
You can quickly select from each of Yeti Pro's four pattern settings (stereo, cardioid, omnidirectional, bidirectional) by simply rotating the pattern selector knob. The chart below shows each pattern's symbol, sound source direction, and suggested recording applications.
Stand and Cables Included
The Yeti Pro features a custom base, including a threaded mic stand mount with cable management. A USB cable and a stereo XLR breakout cable are also included in the box.
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| Price | $99.99 | — |
| Studio-quality audio via digital USB | ✓ | ✓ |
| 3 condenser capsules in a Tri-capsule array enable 4 recording patterns | ✓ | ✓ |
| Color options | Whiteout, Silver, Platinum, Blackout | Black |
| Adjustable Microphone gain control for varying volumes | ✓ | ✓ |
| Zero-latency headphone output with volume control for direct monitoring | ✓ | ✓ |
| Adjustable angle on its integrated custom-designed desk stand | ✓ | ✓ |
| Driverless installation for both Windows and Mac | ✓ | |
| Professional recording via analog XLR | ✓ | |
| Separate analog circuit path | ✓ | |
| Maximum recording resolution | 48 kHz/16-bit | 192 kHz/24-bit |
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| power source | Corded Electric | Usb Microphone | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Usb Condenser |
| connectivity tech | USB | USB | USB | USB, XLR | USB | USB |
| connector type | USB, XLR | USB | USB Type-A | USB, XLR | USB | USB |
| model number | 988-000092 | Yeti X | 988-000521 | NT1 5th Gen | 988-000448 | USB-1CX |
| noise level | 114 decibels | — | — | 4 decibels | 80 decibels | — |
| signal-to-noise ratio | 114 decibels | — | 80 decibels | 80 decibels | 80 decibels | 78 decibels |
| hardware platform | PC | PC | Gaming Console, PC, nintendo ds | PC, Mac | laptop,pc | PC |
| polar pattern | Multipattern | Omnidirectional | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Omnidirectional | Unidirectional |
| weight | 0.1 grams | — | — | 308 grams | 1.55 kilograms | 1.3 pounds |
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192 kHz/24 bit Sample/Word gives The Blue Yeti Pro very good recording aspects.
Well made product that has dual recording features; XLR and/or USB connections direct to your computer capabilities. Most importantly, the 192 kHz/24 bit Sample/Word gives it very good recording aspects. I bought 2 and do recommend them as a good starting point for the average beginner to get a start recording voice projects. We used ours for an Audiobook on Amazon These are at the top of the mid level microphones 2022 with at an outstanding price point.
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Emmanuel Padilla Gutierrez
Excelente calidad de audio a precio accesible
Reviewed in Mexico on April 27, 2019
Adrián Pérez Portillo
El micrófono definitivo.
Reviewed in Spain on November 18, 2018
Brandon marshall
Great Mic, would recommend.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 14, 2018
Brandon marshall
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 14, 2018
The frequency is amazing for a Mic of this price being able to receive upto 24bit 192kHz.
The multiple different settings can be handy, as if your by yourself you can use the cardioid function but if your with a group you could use the omnidirectional function.
The inclusion of the xlr is a nice addition, adding the ability to mix or adapt the output, or you can just as easily plug it in and go. As it works well with little messing around.
To conclude I'd highly recommend the Blue Yeti Pro to those who are after a great Mic experience.
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