Need input on Blue Yeti Vs. At2020

[Toysoldiers35]

I currently am wanting to upgrade my mic from my headset to a more professional sound. The big 2 I've found are the blue yeti (normal) and the At2020. What will be better the USB yeti or an XLR at2020 with a audio interface. I am aware that the at2020 will be around twice the cost when paired with a audio interface, but I am willing to pay if the quality is worth it. Though the blue yeti is on sale for 90.00$ Usd on Amazon prime day. I need to make a decision and want someone else's input. I do mostly voice overs and chat with friends and may occasionally record my guitar that I play for fun. Thanks

[Enderman]

You know there's an AT2020 USB version right?

[TrigrH]

1 minute ago, Enderman said:

You know there's an AT2020 USB version right?

yeah so its AT2020USB+ at 150 vs the yeti at 90.

 

idk.. im not sure which one is better but if cost is an issue the yeti is probably a better value.

[Enderman]

Just now, TrigrH said:

yeah so its AT2020USB+ at 150 vs the yeti at 90.

 

idk.. im not sure which one is better but if cost is an issue the yeti is probably a better value.

Yeah.

Both are great.

Get the yeti if you want to save money.

[doits]

if just using for gaming I prefer the audio technica at 2005, it is usb or xlr so you can add an interface later if you want(I tried the 2i2 but it didn't work with my setup). The usb is llikely more than enough for your use, pair it with a cheap neewer mic stand and shock mount(had to use little bit of foam because it is skinny. Also this is a dynamic mic so no phantom power needed and it picks up less ambient keyboard and a/c sounds.

[Tacanacy]

Unless the room you play in is sound proofed and dead silent, don't use a condenser mic for live broadcasting; they are highly sensitive to background sound. Many people make this mistake when they first set out to get a mic. A dynamic mic will pick up far less background sound.

[kokakolia]

Any "pro" will tell you that an audio interface trumps usb mic. But the USB mic is good enough for most people. 

 

The audio interface route can get pretty expensive. You'll be spending hundreds of dollars on a pre-amp, interface and xlr mic. You're looking at $300++

 

Oh yeah, you'll want a dynamic mic.