Blue Yeti PRO User Manual

Yeti PRO User Manual

Congratulations on your purchase of The Yeti PRO, the first USB microphone offering not only amazing 192kHz/24 bit audio recording capability, but the ability to record in a traditional analog setting as well! The Yeti PRO is the ultimate tool for creating amazing recordings, no matter what the source or environment. Best of all, this Yeti PRO can capture anything! The Yeti PRO features Blue's innovative triple capsule array, allowing for recording in stereo or your choice of three unique patterns, including cardioid, omnidirectional, and bidirectional, giving you recording capabilities usually requiring multiple microphones. The Yeti PRO can be used in a traditional analog fashion, or plugged directly into your computer eliminating the need for an audio interface.

The Yeti PRO utilizes a high quality 192kHz/24-bit analog-to-digital converter to send incredible audio fidelity directly into your computer, a built-in headphone amplifier for zero-latency monitoring, and simple controls for headphone volume, pattern selection, instant mute, and microphone gain located directly on the microphone so you are always in control of your recording. The Yeti PRO's exceptional performance and fidelity have earned it the distinction of being a THX Certified Microphone, a validation of Yeti PRO's incredibly low distortion, high fidelity, and balanced frequency response.

Getting to know your Yeti

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 PRO's four pattern settings (stereo, cardioid, omnidirectional, bidirectional) by simply rotating the pattern selector knob. See pages *** for more details and pattern suggestions.

Microphone gain • Use this knob to control the gain (sensitivity) of Yeti's microphone elements. When recording in USB mode, begin recording with this knob centered. If you are experiencing digital distortion with a very loud sound source, simply decrease the gain counterclockwise. If you desire higher sensitivity, simply increase the gain by turning clockwise. When recording using the analog outputs, set the microphone gain on the Yeti PRO to zero, or turn all the way counterclockwise.

Blue logo • The Blue logo indicates the front of the microphone.

Set screws • Turn each of these knobs clockwise to tighten and secure the microphone at the desired angle. To remove the microphone from the included desk stand, simply unscrew both set screws entirely while supporting the microphone with your hand. Carefully remove the Yeti microphone by lifting directly up and out of the desk stand.

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. NOTE: The mute button is not functional when using the Yeti PRO in analog mode.

Headphone volume control • Easily 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.

NOTE: Headphone function is not functional in analog mode.

Headphone output • Yeti PRO includes a standard 1/8" (3.5mm) headphone jack for monitoring and playback. You can use Yeti's headphone output to monitor your microphone recording in real-time, without latency delays. Or, use the Yeti PRO's headphone amplifier to reproduce music, movies, or tracks from your computer with the incredible fidelity and detail provided by the dedicated headphone amplifier and high quality digital-to-analog converter.

NOTE: Headphone function is not functional in analog mode.

USB connection • Yeti PRO supports the USB audio class 2.0. Mac users need to install OS 10.6.4 or higher, and Windows users will need to download the Yeti PRO driver from $ \underline{\text{www.bluemic.com/yetipro}} $. Yeti PRO connects to your computer with one simple USB cable. Plug the mini USB (small connector) into the USB port on Yeti PRO, and plug the other end into an available USB port on your computer. To perform at its best, Yeti PRO should be plugged directly into a powered USB port, so avoid connecting through USB hubs or other USB multipliers.

5-Pin XLR Connector • On the bottom of Yeti PRO, you'll find a male 5-Pin XLR connector. Plug in the supplied Y-Cable to connect Yeti PRO to a standard microphone preamplifier(s).

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 in a standard threaded mount for maximum versatility.

Getting Started with Yeti PRO

After unpacking your Yeti PRO, 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. Connect the Yeti PRO to your computer with the supplied USB cable (avoid plugging Yeti PRO into USB hubs or multipliers — plug directly into your computer for best performance). See below for installation instructions for your operating system:

Windows 7 and Windows Vista

Plug in your Yeti PRO Microphone using the provided USB cable, then visit $ \underline{\text{www.bluemic.com/YetiPRO}} $ to download the appropriate driver for Windows Vista or Windows 7.

1. Download the "Yeti PRO USB 2.0 Driver" from $ \underline{\text{www.bluemic.com/YetiPRO}} $ to your computer's hard drive.

2. Double click the "Yeti PRO USB 2.0 Driver.exe" file.

3. Plug in your Yeti PRO microphone and follow the instructions in the installation wizard to install the Yeti PRO USB 2.0 Driver.

After the Yeti PRO USB 2.0 driver has been successfully installed;

1. Plug the microphone into the