blue yeti

[ripper101]

So I have the Razer Kraken headset and the mic quality probably isn't the most impressive headset out there so I want to upgrade to a dedicated microphone. So I am wondering whether the blue yeti is still the best buy for a 100 dollar microphone. 

EDIT: Also what would be better options if there are any for under 100 dollars

[DarkBlade2117]

1. Your headset in general isn't the best quality, I owned the Krakens, I really wish I wouldn't have, and wish I never got my current headset either.

2. Do you just kind of look at the most popular products that like youtubers use? The blue yeti was never the best buy for a $100 micro phone, actually, you can get a microphone setup for $50.

NW-800 Microphone

Phantom PSU

Mic Arm

XRL Cable extension

Plus, if you ever need to upgrade your microphone, boom bang pow, you already have everything if you ever get anything fancy

[ripper101]

4 minutes ago, DarkBlade2117 said:

1. Your headset in general isn't the best quality, I owned the Krakens, I really wish I wouldn't have, and wish I never got my current headset either.

2. Do you just kind of look at the most popular products that like youtubers use? The blue yeti was never the best buy for a $100 micro phone, actually, you can get a microphone setup for $50.

NW-800 Microphone

Phantom PSU

Mic Arm

XRL Cable extension

Plus, if you ever need to upgrade your microphone, boom bang pow, you already have everything if you ever get anything fancy

can you link me to a phantom psu and a good arm for usa currency on amazon please

[kappakali]

The audio quality on it happens to be really nice.

 

But yeah, for a full setup... do what DarkBlade2117 recommends

[DarkBlade2117]

3 hours ago, ripper101 said:

can you link me to a phantom psu and a good arm for usa currency on amazon please

https://www.amazon.com/NEEWER-Microphone-Suspension-Scissor-Stand/dp/B00DY1F2CS/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1471221952&sr=1-1&keywords=mic+arm is a mic arm, they don't have to be fancy and expensive.

 

https://www.amazon.com/InnoGear-Condenser-Microphone-Recording-Equipment/dp/B00KAPGLQC/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1471221979&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=phantom+power+supply&psc=1 phantom PSU

 

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-NW-800-Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone/dp/B00XBQ8UGG/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1471222037&sr=1-1&keywords=NW-800

 

https://www.amazon.com/Your-Cable-Store-Microphone-feet/dp/B001JI2KHS/ref=sr_1_sc_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1471222115&sr=1-1-spell&keywords=XRL+Cable+exstention ( might need the 10 foot one )

[ripper101]

6 minutes ago, DarkBlade2117 said:

 

what about this one I found?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014H8AWGC/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

But i do like how the one you linked looks

[DarkBlade2117]

2 hours ago, ripper101 said:

what about this one I found?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014H8AWGC/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

either of them work

[Sybre]

Don't bother with a full setup. If you use the mic to talk to your buddies on a VoIP then just get a simple desktop mic. Ignore what the other guy's saying. The blue yeti is a great cardioid mic for a decent price that all you need to do is plug in to work. No drivers, no pain. There's even the cheaper alternative of the blue snowball which would probably even better suit you price wise. I mean there's a reason why many people use Blue products, specifically the yeti. Not to mention I guarantee you'll probably get the same sound from using a yeti or snowball than an oversized wanna-be professional setup. This is coming from someone who does have that oversized wanna-be professional setup for work.

[ripper101]

16 hours ago, DarkBlade2117 said:

 

Hey If I wanted a stand that sits on my desk what would one of those be called 

[DarkBlade2117]

3 hours ago, ripper101 said:

Hey If I wanted a stand that sits on my desk what would one of those be called 

Shock mount? Ya, but Mic Arm's are usually used more often because of how adjustable they are.

[kol]

Honestly if its just for speaking on Skype or Teamspeak/Mumble/Discord, all this mixer and boom arms aren't worth the hassle. Something like a Blue Snowball (Mentioned already) or an Auna Mic 900 is most probably fine. I managed to pick up a Blue Nessie last week brand new from Amazon.co.uk for £40 delivered, still debating whether to keep it or sell it.

[ripper101]

On 8/15/2016 at 2:03 PM, DarkBlade2117 said:

Shock mount? Ya, but Mic Arm's are usually used more often because of how adjustable they are.

no i mean for like putting it on your desk and not a boom mic