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3 desktop or studio, the possibilities are endless. Congratulations on your purchase of Yeti Pro, the first microphone to combine the exceptional detail of 192kHz/24 bit USB audio recording with the ability to output to traditional analog audio equipment. Yeti Pro is the ultimate tool for creating amazing recordings, no matter what the sound source, environment, or destination.
Getting to know your Yeti P RO 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 21–26 for more details and pattern suggestions.
7 6 NOTE: Headphone output and volume control is not functional when using the microphone in analog mode due to the insufficient power provided by XLR interfaces. Headphone volume control • Control the volume of Yeti Pro’s headphone output by adjusting the volume knob — no need to click through software menus to find the right headphone volume. Yeti Pro’s headphone volume control is a digital volume control, so most operating systems will remember the volume position from previous use.
9 8 Standard thread mount • If you would like to mount your Yeti Pro to a standard microphone studio mount, remove Yeti Pro from the included desk stand and thread the barrel into any standard threaded mount for maximum versatility. 2. Double click the “Yeti Pro USB 2.0 Driver.exe” file. Getting Started with Yeti Pro (digital USB output) 3. Plug in your Yeti Pro microphone and follow the instructions in the installation wizard to install the Yeti Pro USB 2.0 Driver.
10 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. If you are recording something that may be quiet, like an interview with a person who speaks softly, you may want to turn this setting up. 5. Select the “Playback” tab. Select the “Yeti Pro Stereo Microphone” from the list. From this screen, you will also want to adjust the computer’s master volume. As a starting point, set the computer’s master volume to 100%.
12 Selecting the Sampling Rate and Bit Depth in Windows Vista and Windows 7 9. Select your desired sample rate from the “Default Format” pull down menu.** For Output: For Input: 1. Plug in your Yeti Pro Microphone. 2. Go to your computer’s control panel. 3. From the control panel, select the “Hardware & Sound” option. 4. From the “Hardware & Sound” menu, select the “Sound” icon. 5. From the “Sound” menu, select the “Recording” tab.
14 9. Select your desired sample rate from the Default Format pull down menu** **NOTE: Sample Rate settings must be the same for both input and output. Windows XP Plug in your Yeti Pro Microphone using the provided USB cable, then visit www.bluemic.com/yetipro to download the appropriate driver for Windows Vista. 1. Download the “Yeti Pro USB 2.0 Driver” from www.bluemic.com/yetipro to your computer’s hard drive. 2. Double click the “Yeti Pro USB 2.0 Driver.exe” file. 3.
16 From this screen, you will also want to adjust the computer’s Master Volume. As a starting point, set the computer’s master volume to 100%. Once you’ve selected the Yeti Pro as your output device, you can control headphone volume with volume knob on the front of the Yeti Pro. 7. Select “Yeti Pro Stereo Microphone” from the Sound Recording pull-down menu. 8. Select the Volume button within the Sound recording area.
18 Now that your Yeti Pro is connected, verify that the microphone gain knob is centered, select your desired recording pattern, and get ready to record. Selecting Sample Rates on Apple-Macintosh 1. From the Applications menu, select “Utilities”. 2. From the Utilities menu, select “Audio MIDI Setup”. 3. From the Window pull down menu, select “Show Audio Window”. 4. Select ”Yeti Pro USB Microphone” from the column on the left side of the Audio Window. 5.
recording 20 NOTE: The headphone volume control and instantaneous mute are digital controls and are, therefore, not functional when using the Yeti Pro in analog mode. Blue recommends monitoring your recording directly from your preamplifier of choice, for simple, no-latency monitoring. Please note that the Yeti Pro does not operate in digital and analog mode simultaneously. To ensure proper operation, connect only the analog (XLR) or digital (USB) connections at any given time.
recording Pattern Mode modes at a glance Pattern Sound Source/ Setting Symbol Direction 22 Recording Applications conference calls field recordings events/orchestras OMNIDIRECTIONAL interviews BIDIRECTIONAL instruments vocal duets 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).
C a r dioi d 24 O m ni di r e c t io n a l 25 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 26 27 Specifications 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.
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.
