Blue Yeti / Garage Band / MBP-retina / No audio upon second take.

Hi:
I have a 2012 MacBook Pro retina display (Build 12A269) running OSX 10.8.  In "Garage Band" I can record a track using the Blue Yeti with success.  Upon play-back of that track I hear no audio.  If I then unplug the Blue Yeti from the laptops USB I get the option to "Use Built-in Audio".  I select that option.  If I then play the track (third attempt) it will successfuly play.
I've done a test with another microphone, the Apogee MiC.  With this mic connected (USB - same port) I have no issues.  I can record and play-back that track with success. 
Can anyone help me get my Blue yeti working? 
Thanks
PS:  I've made sure that my computer has been updated by searching for updates.  None were found.

Sure thing, I can help.   The problem is that Garageband sees the Blue yeti as an source to output audio when the mic is connected.  Here is the fix.
1.     Open Garageband.
2.     Connect the Blue Yeti.
3.     Click your pointer on  "Garageband" that is next to the small apple logo at the upper-left on the screen.
4.     A dropdown will appear. Click your pointer on "Preferences"...
5.     ...then "Audio/Midi"...
6.     ...then "Audio Output".
7.     Selct the "Built-in Output" option.
If you need more help email me.  [email protected]

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