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Congratulations on your purchase of The Yeti, the most advanced and versatile multi-pattern USB microphone roaming the wild today. The Yeti is the ultimate tool for creating amazing recordings, no matter what the source or environment.
Getting to know your Yeti 4 Triple Capsule Array • Three condenser capsules in an innovative configuration to enable great recordings in most any situation. Multiple pattern selection • You can quickly select from each of Yeti’s four pattern settings (stereo, cardioid, omnidirectional, bidirectional) by simply rotating the pattern selector knob. See pages 12-19 for more details and pattern suggestions. Microphone gain • Use this knob to control the gain (sensitivity) of Yeti’s microphone elements.
Mute button/status light • Press this button to mute the output from the microphone. When the mute button is flashing, the microphone is muted and no signal will be sent to the computer. To end microphone muting, simply press the button again. The status light will illuminate solid during normal operation to indicate proper function.
Standard thread mount • If you would like to mount your Yeti to a standard microphone studio mount, remove Yeti from the included desk stand and thread in a standard threaded mount for maximum versatility. Getting Started with Yeti After unpacking your Yeti, rotate the microphone 180 degrees so that the Blue logo and headphone volume control is facing you. Tighten the set-screws on the left and right of the base after adjusting the microphone for your desired angle.
4. Select the “Recording” tab. Select the “Yeti Stereo Microphone” from the list. From this screen, you’ll want to adjust the computer’s internal microphone gain (volume) settings. Select the “Properties” button, then select the “Levels” tab. As a starting point, set the microphone fader at about 80%. If you decide you want to record something that is very loud, like a drum set, or a band practice, you will want to turn this setting down.
*NOTE: The microphone monitoring volume is different than the microphone gain control. The microphone monitoring volume is the amount of sound from the microphone that is sent to your main computer output. The microphone input volume is the control that determines the amount of sound from the microphone that goes into your computer. If the microphone input is distorting, the microphone input volume should be adjusted accordingly.
From this screen, you will want to adjust the microphone monitoring volume.* If there is NOT a visible fader for microphone output, select “Properties” from the Options menu. Make sure that the box labeled “Microphone,” within the “Show the following volume controls” window, is checked. *NOTE: The microphone monitoring volume is different than the microphone gain control. The microphone monitoring volume is the amount of sound from the microphone that is sent to your main computer output.
From this screen, you’ll want to adjust the computer’s internal microphone gain (volume) settings. As a starting point, set the microphone fader at about 80%. If you want to record something that is very loud, like a drums or a band practice, you’ll want to turn this setting down. If you are recording something quiet, you may want to turn this setting up. Apple-Macintosh OSX (10.4.11 or higher) 1. Plug the microphone into your computer’s USB port using the provided USB cable. 2.
5. Select the output tab and select “Yeti Stereo Microphone.” 6. From this screen, you will want to set the “Output Volume” to 100%. Once you’ve selected the Yeti as your output device, you can control the headphone volume with the knob on the front of the Yeti. Now that your Yeti is connected, verify that the microphone gain knob is centered, select your desired recording pattern, and get ready to record. For installation instructions for other operating systems, visit www.bluemic.
recording Pattern Mode modes Pattern Sound Source/ Setting Symbol Direction at a glance 12 Recording Applications vocals ensemble choir instruments podcasts voiceovers vocals STEREO CARDIOID instruments
recording Pattern Mode modes at a glance Pattern Sound Source/ Setting Symbol Direction 13 Recording Applications conference calls field recordings events/orchestras interviews instruments vocal duets OMNIDIRECTIONAL BIDIRECTIONAL
Stereo Description: The Stereo mode is great for capturing a realistic stereo image. To start, point the microphone at the sound source that you want to record (the “front” of the microphone is the side of the microphone with the Blue Microphones Logo). Depending on the instrument and/ or sound that you want to achieve, place the grill of the microphone anywhere from 2 inches to several feet in front of the sound source.
C a r dioi d 15 Description: Cardioid is the most commonly used mode and can be useful in most any situation. If you are recording vocals, a podcast, or a voiceover, cardioid is likely your best choice. When recording in cardioid, sound directly in front of the microphone is picked up while the sound at the rear and sides of the microphone is not picked up. Therefore, you will want to arrange the source directly in front of the microphone.
O m ni di r e c t io n a l 16 Description: Omnidirectional means that the microphone picks up sound equally from all directions. This setting is perfect for recording a group of musicians all playing at the same time, recording a conversation between multiple parties around a room, a conference call, or any other situations where you want to capture the ambience of ‘being there.
B i di r e c t io n a l 17 Description: Bidirectional means that the microphone picks up sound at the front and rear of the microphone, while the sounds to the sides are “rejected”, or not picked up. The bidirectional setting is very useful in achieving a nuanced, pleasant sound when recording musical instruments, and is perfect for recording an interview with two or more guests.
Specifications 18 Microphone and performance Specifications Power Required/Consumption: 5V 150mA Sample Rate: 48 kHz Bit Rate: 16bit Capsules: 3 Blue-proprietary 14mm condenser capsules Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Bidirectional, Omnidirectional, Stereo Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz Sensitivity: 4.5mV/Pa (1 kHz) Max SPL: 120dB (THD: 0.5% 1kHz) Dimensions (extended in stand): 4.72” (12cm) x Headphone Amplifier Impedance: >16 ohms Power Output (RMS): 130 mW THD: 0.
Warranty Blue Microphones warrants its hardware product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of TWO (2) YEARS from the date of original retail purchase, provided the purchase was made from an authorized Blue Microphones dealer. This warranty is void if the equipment is altered, misused, mishandled, maladjusted, suffers excessive wear, or is serviced by any parties not authorized by Blue Microphones.
