Anyone have advice on getting a condenser microphone?

I have a Blue Yeti, but the USB connection shit the bed within a year. I might get the manufacturer to replace/refund, but I don't think it makes sense to throw good money after bad.

I'm _also_ planning on getting one for my mother, so I would prefer to get one that isn't known to futz out.

It would be good to have one that is USB compatible (but I would consider getting a midi-to-usb converter if I were convinced).