Looking for your first microphone for recording ASMR triggers?  The Blue Yeti microphone is a great choice.

The Good:

• It is the preferred microphone for many podcasters.
• It is a great value for the quality, around $100.
• It records in stereo, so by speaking from side-to-side you can create ear-to-ear sounds.
• It is a condensor-style microphone, so it is very sensitive at picking up whispers, subtle breaths, and mouth sounds.
• It plugs directly into your computer via a USB plug, no mixer or preamps needed.

Do I have some bad things to say about it?  Unfortunately, yes. Continue reading →