Blue Yeti 2 Now Available at $159.99: USB-C and AI Denoising
Logitech's Blue Yeti 2 is on sale now at $159.99. USB-C, a voice proximity sensor, onboard AI denoising and 24-bit/48kHz recording update the original Yeti.
Logitech's Blue Yeti 2 is on sale now at $159.99 in black and white, from Amazon and Logitech's own store. It was announced at Logitech G PLAY 2026 on September 23, when pricing had not yet been confirmed. Engadget, 9to5toys and Tom's Hardware have since reported the price and full specifications.
What changed from the original Yeti
The Yeti 2 moves to USB-C and records at 24-bit/48kHz through a redesigned three-capsule array. Two new features justify most of the higher price: a voice proximity sensor that detects where you are speaking from and adjusts gain, EQ and pickup pattern to match, and an onboard AI denoiser that reduces keyboard clicks, mouse clicks and fan noise. A 1.3-inch color display shows a small Yeti character, and you can design your own 8-bit avatar in Logitech's G HUB software. Five presets, a headphone monitoring jack, a capacitive mute button, and a physical control dial are built in. The mic ships in black and white.
Who this changes buying advice for
Anyone currently weighing the original Blue Yeti now has a concrete fork: pay more for the Yeti 2's proximity sensor and AI denoising, or buy the original at a lower price if your recording space is already quiet. The Rode PodMic USB is a dynamic mic that rejects room noise by design rather than with AI, and it adds an XLR output, though it costs more than the Yeti 2. The Shure MV7+ is the premium USB and XLR alternative for buyers who plan to move to an audio interface later.
For streamers recording at a keyboard-heavy desk, the on-device AI denoising means no software plugin is required. The proximity sensor is the more unusual addition: condenser mics like the original Yeti sound best when you stay in one spot, and the Yeti 2 is designed to compensate when you move.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Blue Yeti 2 cost?
The Blue Yeti 2 is priced at $159.99 and is available in black and white. It is sold on Amazon and Logitech's own site and connects via USB-C. The original Blue Yeti is still available at a lower price for buyers who don't need the AI denoising or proximity sensor.
What is new in the Blue Yeti 2 vs the original Blue Yeti?
The Yeti 2 adds a voice proximity sensor that detects where you are speaking from and adjusts gain, EQ and pickup pattern, an onboard AI denoiser that reduces sounds like keyboard clicks, mouse clicks and fans, USB-C, a 1.3-inch color display, and 24-bit/48kHz recording through a redesigned three-capsule array. The original Yeti has no onboard AI processing.
