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I have always trusted Logitech. In terms of quality and service, it seems to me that it is one of the best brands, especially if, as is my case, you are dedicated to streamings In Internet. Having good sound quality is essential for all those who have to create videos, podcasts, or any other type of function that involves a microphone. Until now, I boasted of having a Yeti I did not expect or plan to find a replacement for him until the Yeti Studio fell into my hands.
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Yeti Studio Specifications
- Capsule type: Dynamic
- Polar pattern: Supercardioid
- Frequency response: 40Hz–18kHz
- Sensitivity: -34 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz
- THD: 0.05% at 1 kHz, 94 dBSPL
- Signal to noise ratio: 69.5 dB A-wt
- Max SPL: 129 dBSPL at 1% total harmonic distortion, 138 dBSPL at 5% total harmonic distortion
- Power requirement: Requires +24 V or +48 V phantom power
At first glance, there is a notable difference between both models: his design. In this case, we move away from microphones with support and focus on one designed for an extendable arm. Much more comfortable, I must add. In the same way, unlike the previous one, which included its own configuration buttons for sound capture models and intensity, this one has to be contained in a mixing console. Any standard Amazon It can help you, in fact. Thus, the control we have over the sound is not only of higher quality, but more precise, although, with all this, I do not intend to detract from the Yeti X.
Continuing with the design, we find a product that has a sober appearance, in different colors, but elegant, which focuses on a smaller size to be less uncomfortable. Here you can see its measures:
- Height: 165mm
- Width: 67mm
- Length: 185mm
- Weight: 615g
Yeti X dimensions for comparison
- Dimensions (larger with stand): 11 cm x 12.2 cm x 28.9 cm
- Weight (microphone and stand): 1.28 kg
- Weight (microphone only): 0.519 kg
Now, as for the weight, we already talked about something else, since it is slightly higher. But comparisons aside, we are looking at a dynamic XLR model. That is, it has a 3-contact circular connector, whose main advantage is that it is better at preserving sound quality compared to the typical USB connection.
We are talking about a model designed for one use more professional or for gamers. I could tell you about the many technical qualities of it, such as ClearAmp technology integrated, which offers an additional gain of +25 dB. I could tell you that it has switches on the rear panel that reinforce the presence of the voice or reduce the bass, that eliminates noise, enhances the voice and provides a clean sound, etc. And all of this is true, but here what is also important is to be clear that, even if you are not experts in sound quality, you will notice a spectacular improvement.
As it is a microphone with an extendable arm, we can place it from any angle according to the user's needs. This makes the user experience comfortable and practical. However, going a little more into my own experiencethere are several points I would like to make regarding the Yeti Studio that I have not yet commented on.
The experience of using the Yeti Studio XLR
First of all, the Yeti Studio comes with a integrated pad, favoring sound capture and dampening “waste”. Being on the hook and not in possible involuntary contact with the interlocutor, it is very difficult for irregular knocks or sound fluctuations to occur. In the same way, although initially the connection requires the sound table, with its additional extra cost, the truth is that I have completely appreciated the absence of a certain electronic component in the voice. That is to say, the Yeti There is also no room for mistakes in its connection, in the activation mode, or anything similar. It's as easy as setting up the details we want from the beginning and that's it. The result is a clean sound.
Of course, there is an added con, and its portability is less accessible than in models like the Blue Snowball that fit in your bag almost if you were careless. Although transporting it is not impossible, it is much less comfortable for the user, although we can always take the head if we have other equipped equipment. In the same way, if we had to point out some type of disadvantage, we could also point out the fact that it requires an external component to function. Even so, I assure you that it is a model that pays off.
And now, let's talk about the price, the Yeti Studio is around 359 euros (official website price). Taking into account that a simple table can cost us around 50 euros, in the end the general price exceeds 400. It is clear that it is an investment, one that is worth it, but you have to take it into account when doing it, since, if we are looking for a purely recreational use, perhaps other more affordable models from the brand are more suitable for you. Now, if you are looking for a professional microphone, this option is more than perfect for working or playing. We are entering a line that is a little more serious within the brand, but that offers a service at the level of what would be expected.