Let me first try to put this into terms that I'll bet Charlie can grok: What's the difference between a '59 Burst Les and an Epiphone Burst reissue? Or how about the difference between a Martin and an import flattop?

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I can't see what could be so expensive in that little area of a microphone.



Quite often it is the technology.

In many cases, it is also the labor. The very best of capsules are still hand built, although CAD/CAM has made some inroads.

As to whether or not you *need* one, it is unlikely, considering the sound device in use to record to PC, but if you were inside a Nashville studio day in and day out, the amortization is indeed quite affordable and, when coupled with a mic preamp equal to the task, assures pristine capture of the artist. And that's what its all about.

Just be thankful that we live in a time where we can indeed purchase those three hundred dollar equivalents, man.


--Mac

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