Blue Yeti vs. AT2020?
933105
I was looking for an affordable mic enabling me to make announcements from a home computer that would approximate, if not be indistinguishable from, the audio quality of the heavy-duty Shure microphones used at WGTD FM HD.  All the mics that I had previously tried at this price point and lower, including Blue's "Snow" line, sounded overly treblish, with pronounced sibilance (listen to the comparison-contrast provided by the first reviewer in his video demonstration).  By contrast, the Yeti is rich and resonant, and its sensitivity permits using it without benefit of a pop filter.  Short of spending 4-5 times more, I'm convinced this is the best option in my particular case.

At the same time, as a musician without a home studio I seriously doubt I'll make much use of the mic for performance or recording.  As far as performance goes, the very size and conspicuousness of the unit could compromise presentation, upstaging the performer (at least a vocalist with a normal-sized head).  And for traveling purposes, I've found the Sansom Go mic to be the best fit with a laptop computer (even though Blue's literature shows the Yeti alongside a laptop).

Blue appears to be trying to have it all ways with this product.  Its size and weight are likely to attract buyers as well as provoke reservations--perhaps leading some purchasers to complement what strikes me as a home studio mic with one or more of Blue's lighter, more compact microphones.  Its onboard amplifier and circuitry are convenient and permit unprecedented versatility.  But as other reviewers have mentioned, the volume, gain, and pattern knobs are rather loose, allowing for lateral and vertical as well as the expected rotating movement.  The knobs turn effortlessly but not with the ball-bearing smoothness one might associate with ultra expensive professional equipment. There's the slightest hint of resistance at one point in the gain control's circular movement, but it's not at the 12 o'clock position, so it's difficult to say whether or not the knob is intended to have a mid-point for quick and easy assessment of positioning.

In sum, the Yeti should please anyone who wants to broadcast or record a fuller and richer sound than that previously attainable with comparably-priced mics, and it should prove a useful (not to mention handsome) addition to any home studio.  It's still a bit early to make any pronouncements about the worthiness of this imposing metal humanoid as a road warrior.  It's main competitor on Amazon--the Audio Technica AT2020--is pint-sized compared to the Yeti, and I'll confess I'm still not sure whether I made the best choice (the 2 mics have been alternating in the 1 and 2 slots of best-selling mics on Amazon for 3 months now).  I wish there were some direct reviewer comparisons to indicate whether the AT's relative compactness and light weight come at a compromise--however slight--to audio quality.

[I experienced initial hesitancy on Yeti's part to make an appearance in the Input and Output panels (in System Preferences) of my iMac. Then I read the instructions, which discourage plugging the mic into a hub. Plugged directly into a USB port on my computer, Yeti immediately sprang into action. My hunch is that a good, powered 4-port hub would be equally effective.]
4163448
Yet another great thing for an awesome cooler. The Yukon has proven itself to be better than a Yeti hands down.
4584490
Love the Caribou Tumbler 20. Purchased it for my wife. Double walls- sweat proof, no inner seams like other price models. My buddy has the YETI version and we can not tell the difference other than the logo. I like the caribou logo on the clear top. Highly recommend.
28517
Does Okay. I have a ozark trail that far exceeds what this one can do. The ozark is better than the yeti as well.
3190309
Its not as good at the YETI in terms of keeping stuff hot/cold, but its still very good. Worth it for half the price.
4102181
Amazing boom arm! Works perfectly with the Blue Yeti, Blue Snowball, Audio Technica AT2020 and much more! Holds the Yeti up with no problem! Absolutely nothing wrong with the boom arm yet. Recommended.
2938830
I would choose RTIC over YETI any day. I'm saving money and getting a better product.
496410
<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Blue-Microphones-RADIUS-II-Microphone-Shock-Mount-for-Yeti-Yeti-Pro-with-Improved-Hinge-Design/dp/B00TTQLA50/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Blue Microphones RADIUS II Microphone Shock Mount for Yeti/Yeti Pro with Improved Hinge Design</a>&nbsp;does an excellent job securing my&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Blue-Microphones-Yeti-Pro-Multipattern-Condenser-Microphone-with-Studio-Headphones-and-Pop-Mic-Filter/dp/B004QXVXPS/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Blue Microphones Yeti Pro Multipattern Condenser Microphone with Studio Headphones and Pop Mic Filter</a>&nbsp;to my&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/RODE-PSA1-Swivel-Mount-Studio-Microphone-Boom-Arm/dp/B001D7UYBO/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">RODE PSA1 Swivel Mount Studio Microphone Boom Arm</a>. I don't live in fear of my microphone crashing down.
1883654
We have a Yeti and a RTIC, they are very comparable in performance, and this one is half the price! If I purchase another one I would go for RTIC, because the money savings is worth it and you still get a quality product.  I would like to see RTIC come out with different designs/colors!
731861
I don't have a YETI to compare to, but so far I love this thing! I can fill it with ice and water at 8:00 am and my drink is cold all day.  I've even refilled the water 2-3 times during the day and still had ice left over from 8:00 am when I'm ready to leave the office at 6:00 pm!. I use stainless steel straws with it, and have noticed that I drink more throughout the day. Even the straw gets frosty.  So for half the price of a YETI, the RTIC tumbler is amazing!
2548705
Using this, I am able to use my Blue Yeti with a camera tripod. However, there are two important caveats: First, a microphone stand is constructed to get the microphone closer to you, because most have an arm that extends outward toward your face. Second, I had to get a larger 1/4 inch mount for my camera tripod because of the wires on the bottom of the microphone that take up space (I use external earphones to monitor). I actually got a longer screw and a sleeve to help stabilize. However, I had extra tripods, and this was the adapter I needed to put them to use..
1783308
I like the Engel a lot better than the Yeti cup. It has a good lip that will close unlike the Yeti. Keeps ice longer than the Yeti, i think because it has a lid that will close but it all comes down to personal preference really. Which one will keep ice longer is a dumb question because it's just a cup not a cooler your not going to take 14-20 hours to drink your beverage. UPDATE the lid will leak if you don't get if just right and it takes a few times to get it right.
1064966
I do a daily gaming show, and had been using a Blue Microphones Yeti. I'd been complimented on the quality of sound on my show before, but as soon as I switched to this microphone everyone noticed! It is an XLR microphone, but since I've had exposure to sound mixers before, I was ok with adding in a Behringer XENYX 1204USB into my rig, but were I inexperienced I would say that a Blue Microphones ICICLE would be a good alternative, as I use one of those on a weekly basis at another gig. I would say that this microphone is one of the best purchases I could have made for audio quality!
1220405
I was given a Boss 30oz as a gift and decided to try it out and leave my YETI 30oz at home. What a mistake that was. The Boss was sweating on the outside in 70 deg. temps when my YETI won't even break a sweat when it is 105 deg. Texas temps and it is even hotter in my truck When I leave it in there. Boss has a lot of work to do if they want to even compete with YETI in my opinion. My drink in my YETI after 3-4 hours tastes just the same as if I just poured it vs. the Boss tastes like it is starting to get watered down after 30 min. Spend the extra money for something that works.
2581987
I like this mic, it lives up to the billing. I purchased another mic as RT a similar price and this one beats it is pretty much every way. I really like the options for volume and custom strings for different recording uses. I don't think all the settings make a huge difference, but the focused mic setting for podcast\voice is nice to have.

Also know, this is a big boy, not a small or light mic at all, but I have in on a fairly small stand and it does fine, just fyi. Overall, I'd definitley recommend the Yeti, I should have sent the extra few bucks and had this one to begin with
2247476
Really good...  but lets face it - it's no Yeti Tumbler (6 or 7 Stars)
4609741
I love the Thermik. I already had a 20 oz. Yeti but thought I'd try another less expensive brand in 30 oz.. I see no difference in the way it performs against the Yeti. For the price this is a much better deal. I put ice in it first thing in the morning and the water is still cold at 6:00 or past that in the evening. 'm I not much on hot drinks so I can't provide information on that. It is a little bit large to fit in the cup holder in my car. I'm sure it depends on the size of the holder for each vehicle. All over it is not worth paying the extra money for the Yeti. There is no sweating on the outside of the container.