Stellar X2 Vintage Large Capsule Condenser Microphone

I am a vo guy and have had $1000 mics and $100 mics. For my baritone voice type, the Vintage version has that little forward punch that just sounds good to me. Using it with Scarlett Solo and it is just what I needed! Nice box and shock mount. A great value for the money.. and for more money!

This is an exceptional microphone. Especially given what I believe is a comparatively modest price for this level of build quality and rendered sound quality. I like it substantially more than I expected to.

I dunno, I just think there’s something so pleasing about the sound that this U47 large-diaphragm condenser microphone produces. The sound washes over you and I think it sometimes sounds better than real life. The sound is just so clear and full and warm. And I think they accomplished those ear-pleasing characteristics by clearly attempting to duplicate to the best of their ability the unique tonal quality of the legendary Neumann U47 tubed microphone.

Back in the 1940s and 1950s a Neumann U47 microphone would set you back about $400.00. And that was extremely expensive for a microphone back then. $400.00 in 1940s dollars is about $3600.00 in today’s dollars. So yes, the U47 microphone has always been a highly regarded and prized microphone. And while this TZ Audio Products microphone is only a replica of sorts, I do think they did a very admirable job of recreating its essence and its spirit. And at its current price of less than $300.00, I just don’t think you can go wrong with this microphone. Give it a try. I am confident that, like me, you will be nothing but pleased with it.

If you have any questions about this TZ Audio Products microphone, please feel free to ask, and I'll try my best to answer. I hope you found this review helpful.

The sound quality is outstanding. While very different from a Shure SM7B (the only other mic I’m very familiar with), I find it preferable for voice overs for my tenor, sibilant voice, and also find it nice that 48v phantom power is sufficient - no need for a CloudLifter. Side address is slightly trickier than direct address, but manageable. I do think buying an additional wind screen is useful for knocking down plosives which still seem a problem, even with the included windscreen - although perhaps this could be managed with better technique.

I have to admit I was a bit skeptical of this mic at first since I'd never heard of the brand but after spending time with it my fears were quelled. I used it to record vocals for a podcast as well as miked an acoustic guitar and both recordings had clarity and depth. It's nice they include all of the accessories too. I reached out to the company to ask a question and they were very responsive. Their website is legit too. These cats are trying to do things right and you should give this mic a chance. It'll be a good addition to any audiophile's mic locker.

Very nice quality microphone with flat frequency response, specially good for the mid tones, not boomy.

Really beautiful tone. Perfect for my mellow music. Not overly bright. Detailed and very nuanced. I highly recommend it.

I bought it after watching a lot of review videos of the x2 vintage model on YouTube.
The sound of the x2 vintage model is a sound that really satisfies me.
I think it's definitely the best among products under $1,000

I am not a pro audio guy in any sense. I do, however, do a lot of recording for my actor daughter's audition tapes and over the years I have built up a advanced amateur collection of mics, boxes and skills to produce a pretty decent, pro sounding audio file. I have tried many different mics over the years, but not any of the really expensive, pro models. To be honest, no matter how many times I compared mics side by side, I always found a basic Shure M58 to deliver the best balance of sound we were looking for. But when I read about this company and this mic, I decided to give it a go, especially since the price was pretty low, especially for what they promised and most reviewers said. I can say I now prefer this mic over the M58, however, to be honest, the differences are nuanced and you probably need to have a lot of years of listening to know what the differences are. It also took me some time to learn the best positioning of the mic.

In the end, for the money, it's probably worth you starting out on a mic like this if you have a need to produce a lot of higher quality audio. Like I said, it is really hard to hear any obvious differences between decent mics, but since I am sending these audition tapes to highly experienced casting directors, who might hear the differences, I wanted to try to bring the pro level up as high as I could on a limited budget and setup and I think this mic hits the sweet spot.

I'm not an audiophile, per se, but I really, really love music. I don't know that I'd be able to tell the difference between two $3000 mics, but I can certainly tell the difference between two $250 mics. And this mic quite simply sounds better than the NT1A. I am SUPER happy with this purchase, and would recommend this mic to anyone.

It seems like everyone is starting a podcast these days. If you want high quality sound, you need high quality equipment. This mic is perfect for all of your recording needs. It gives you authentic sound for a fair price. If you're a person who likes to do research about a product before buying, their website has good information. I highly recommend this mic.

Thanks so much for taking the time to read this review. I hope the information that I've provided helps make your decision a little easier.

This Microphone is a great product for the price. The quality of the construction is pretty good. I didn't see any issues with any of the electronics. The Sound I was able to get out of it is very clear and has plenty of potential to be used for vocals, and other instruments.

I don't believe in comparing microphones as every microphone is good, just different, even the cheapest mic's have a purpose. But this does sound comparable to vintage sounding condensers. It has that same "warm" colored kind of tone. It might sound nice on voices that need a little help with presence.

It is very usable for recording music, I was able to get a good consistent recording from the standpoint, of not getting any extra noise, the sensitivity is fine didn't really need to crank the gain, and this is off of 48v phantom from a simple USB powered interface like what many others may be using.

The only improvements I have to the quality, is the shock mount is a bit disappointing. I would have liked to see a better thread-on style shockmount, but I suppose they had to cut corners somewhere to deliver at this price point.

I have years of experience doing professional audio, sound quality is truly subjective. You will have to try this mic out in order to know if you like how it sounds for what you are doing, but if you are looking for a mic to add to your collection, or a good choice to start out with, I don't think you'll go wrong with this one.

This ended up being a poor fit for my voice, as it really accented the nasally tones. But that doesn’t make it a bad mic. For some, it may be perfect. The quality of the microphone was very good, the shock mount was passable at best. I hope to try the regular X2 and X3 at some point, because this seems like a company worth supporting.

I'm a multi-instrumentalist, composer/songwriter, who is not the most technical person. I know how to get decent sounds out of live instruments and voices, I know my way around my DAW(s), I still remember some stuff from an audio engineering course long ago, but I don't have a ton of hands-on experience with, say, high end Neumann mics. I've sung into a few of them, at least.

What I have been able to rely on is my ear. You can read of a list of specs to me and my eyes will start to glaze over... but how does it SOUND?

Well, there's nothing better than reading a written review to find out how something sounds, right? Ha.

Rating a piece of music gear often has to be taken in context with the gear that surrounds it. Most importantly for a mic is the room it is used in, where it is placed respective to the sound source, and what mic pre is being used.

Hey, stop droning on and on, how's it sound?

I immediately liked the way this mic sounded on vocals the best. I would imagine mid-range acoustic instrument like violin, oboe, clarinet, are also going to be great. There is a certain presence to the mid- to upper-mid range frequencies that is nice and smooth. It's worth trying on other instruments, and on acoustic guitar it really becomes important where you're pointing it, how far away your guitar is from the mic, and what kinds of reflections the room sends back at you. Hi-pass filter will be your friend for sure, regardless.

Mic has no switch, it uses only a cardioid pattern. So I wouldn't use this to have 3 backing vocalists stand around to sing together.

I don't particularly like the windscreen, I think a pop filter works better. Windscreen isn't "muffly" sounding, per se, but it does start to bend in that direction.

You see from the product photos here what comes with the mic. The mic mount is great and include an adapter for different mic stand thread widths. You can tell a lot of care went into the design and manufacture of this microphone. I'm super impressed!

I'd say the ideal buyer of this mic would be for a podcaster or voice-over studio... there are a TON of $250-$150 mic out there appealing to the bedroom youtuber, but if you're ready to spend a little more, this mic is a perfect option for you (remember, though: cable required is XLR, phantom power and mic pre needed... no USB allowed, chief!). For musicians I'd definitely recommend to add to your vocal mic arsenal, and it is worth experimenting with in other contexts.

Thanks for the opportunity to review.

I really like vintage looking items that kick butt, technologically. There is a style to be had when you approach this microphone for recording. There is a part of me that is happy, where this mic just hangs out on my desk. Then again, I like to really approach this microphone and get in really close. Sometimes I cup it and speak really softly and it catches my every whisper. Is it odd that I approach this device in an almost loving way?

Ok, let’s talk performance! They call it vintage tone. This mic does look great, however there is a movement out there right now that is lo-fi. The old cathode tubes pushing analog in devices gives a very warm connection to sound. As far as I can tell, there is no magic elf in this mic with a wire and a vacuum tube. And yet, this mic sounds so rich and deep! It captures high end as well. An excellent piece of vintage style technology!

Remote learning had added another dimension to our days. My wife volunteers to read for story time. While the reading is live,  not all the children are able to attend at that time. So a record version of the reading is made available for absent children to listen to at their parents convenience.

Coincidentally, a close friend of ours is a voice artist that records audio books. At their suggestion, we looked into a high quality affordable microphone and we decided on this one.

Well, the setup was easy enough. And while we don't have a high quality recording booth, the recording came out considerably better than the phone and computer microphones that we had been using previously. We recorded ten different stories and they played back as quality recordings.

Overall, we're happy that we got to try this and out use it to help kids with some stories to get through these unusual times.

I worked in the musical instruments and gear industry for over 20 years, and I’ve tried every expensive mic on the planet (telefunken, Neumann), and this mic is incredible. It competes with mics that cost 10x as much. It’s got a U87 capsule reproduction, and they did a STELLAR job on recreating the vintage circuitry. This mic definitely punches way above its price tag.

I've heard starter mics such as AT2035, 2020, Rode NT1, Senheiser MK 4, And I would say this one has the most distinctive sound overall. Some mics will have a low cut or a pad which this mic does not, but if you are getting a budget mic, then those extra functions can sometimes make the recording in a bad way. Just use the plugins at higher sample rates to do that work and It will be just fine. A great starter microphone.

If you are looking for a great condenser mic for professional quality sound for recording or performance, this mic is a good candidate. I've been using it for both voice and acoustic guitar recordings and the sound is simply outstanding. The microphone picks up accurate sound with remarkably good detail. The cardioid pattern is tight and focused, so only what I want gets it - and the transient response is smooth and satisfying.
The microphone ships with a heavy duty travel case, a shock mount, and an adapter so you can fit it to any style of mic stand. It is solidly made, very rugged, but lighter in weight than other condenser mics I've used. It looks beautiful too, with an elegant and understated logo and chrome mesh cover.
This is a great addition to my home studio!

I mostly use this for singing at Church, and it sounds outstanding! Lots of compliments on the clarity. I think it sounds better than the sm7b for live sound, but for VO or podcast work it lags a bit behind, but it is still amazing. It does require phantom power, so if you intend to use for PC make sure you have a mixer and with the 48v output. Otherwise highly recommend!

Great Mic 🎤...Loved it.

The Stellar X2 Vintage exceeded my expectations for voice over/ on air work . After going through dozens of sound reviews, I decided to buy this model. I knew it was very balanced in all frequencies, but I didn't expect such a "velvety" upper frequency sound. I have a Neumann TLM 103, Lewitt LCT 440, and a Rode NT1A, , but the Stellar X2 Vintage is in a class of its own -delivering wonderful results with that one-of-a -kind high sound that is clear, soft and pleasing to the human ear. By far one of the best values in its price range...Honestly, I would pay even more for this microphone.

x2 vintage really good microphone.
I recorded the drum using a microphone and it's really clean and expresses good sound.
I think it's the best microphone for this price range.

It's a different microphone from akg 414, 214, but it's also a good product to use as a drum overhead.

I’ve used this for a long time now. I wanted to take some time with this microphone to really get a feel for it, compare it against others and give a qualified, albeit novice, opinion.

Since the beginning of the pandemic I have ordered and used at least a dozen different microphones for different settings. When it comes to desktop or traditional condenser microphones, I think I have personally used at least eight now. This is the second traditional XLR condenser microphone I have used in the last year and a half. All the others have been USB-based devices.

I have paired this and continue to use it with two different audio processing boards, one is more traditional that I use with the line in on my computer, the other is a USB-based device providing phantom power and basic settings.

Because I am reluctant to commit my voice to say nothing a video review, you’re going to have to take my written word for my spoken one. As a male with a relatively deep and resonant voice, not quite suitable for radio but probably more trained in verbal communications then many, I can tell you this is an excellent voice microphone. In fact, if I’m going to be doing a recording or how to video (which I do relatively often for work) this is the microphone I reach for without question.

Due to the pandemic and good old fashion market forces, there is now a glut of condenser microphones available on Amazon. The differences between this microphone and many others in the $50-$150 range is comparatively minor at least for how most people would use it. I say that not to denigrate this phenomenal piece of equipment in any way, but to be clear on the fact that if you are looking at this review, you probably already know this and recognize the minor differences and benefits you get from a quality microphone like this.

Let me put the above paragraph another way. If you’re looking for the edge you get with truly excellent pieces of equipment, this is one of the key elements of your tool kit. If you want to have excellent voice output the first time, and not have to worry about excessive processing of your own voice after you make a recording, this is the kind of piece of equipment do you want to get. The kind of sound you get from this microphone is without question a cut above everything else I’ve used under $150. It captures my voice in a stunningly accurate, rich, realistic way. Quite unlike all of the USB-based microphones I have, and I have some really good ones. This is a classic piece of equipment that is my go-to for everything from my zoom calls to my voice overs to my recordings. It sits permanently at the desk I use the most frequently for work and personal use and that’s where it belongs! I have other great microphones that I use when traveling, at my actual work office, and more, but this is my favorite microphone by far.

You also get a great piece of presentation in the way this microphone is packaged up in a nice case with a shock mount, foam windscreen and so forth. Just holding it in your hand is a thing to confirm the quality you are getting. Obviously, pairing this microphone with your DAW or actual physical audio processing equipment may yield even better results than just a standard straight through recording, and that of course is up to you and something you’re likely familiar with if you are shopping for this level of microphone.

I have not use this for recording music or singing, although I’m confident there are a lot of reviews that will give you information on that. But if you are looking to just have an excellent microphone for all your voice-based work online or in recordings, I don’t know how you can find something better right now at this price range. I recommend this wholeheartedly for your consideration.

My background in audio is as a home recording enthusiast; I play electric guitar and bass, recording into a DAW (old Mac running Logic Pro X). I prefer close mic-ing my cabs with a 57 / ribbon combo instead of DI usually.. haven’t tried experimenting much with room mics yet.

Signal chain for me is mic > Focusrite LS56 > Mac (Logic). Simple. The LS56 Liquid Channel is emulating the Manley Slam.

My usual mic for vocals is an SM7B with a Soyuz Launcher, although I’ve got some other dynamics (Heil PR30B, SM58 derivatives) and an MXL ribbon on hand for comparison. My only actual condensers are a pair of Behringer B-2 Pros.. which cost around $100 less per mic than the Stellar.

Don’t want to focus too much on bundled accessories but I was a little underwhelmed. They seem to be of a lower standard than the mic itself. Possibly it’s just that the mic feels pro-level and the accessories are more budget feeling.

Because the mic is heavy. Like.. reassuringly “this is a nice piece of kit” heavy and well made. More than makes up for the cheap accessories. The money saved there definitely went into making the mic what it is: a handmade (right here in California!) LDC that punches way above its price point. It’s got a fixed polar pattern (cardioid), no switches or toggles to worry about. Plug it in and hit record.

On vocals, the smoother top end of the X2 Vintage is a better fit to my voice than my other condensers (there’s a reason my main mic is a darker sounding dynamic). The Behringer B-2 Pro has a lot more presence / detailed top end but I hate how that makes me sound and never use it for voice. But the X2 Vintage never gets harsh. Really like that a lot. Super important to seek out a mic that compliments YOUR tone; if you have a darker tone, the X2 (non Vintage) might be a better fit based on it having more going on in the high end / less roll off.

The Vintage’s slight roll off / smooth top end is what makes it a great alternative to the SM7B for multiple applications for me, as the X2 Vintage still has an overall more detailed sound (and is easier to drive thanks to its sensitivity and 48v powered JFET output). I HAVE to use a mic booster with the SM7B for spoken word stuff, otherwise it’s too quiet (and cranking the interface too noisy). With the X2 Vintage, I can dial the interface gain back and there’s no unwanted noise generated by the preamp.

Something that doesn’t impact the SM7B as much is room treatment (or lack of). I’m spoiled by the SM7B’s excellent rejection and hadn’t realized how badly I need to treat my room acoustics and deal with the many reflections present in my workspace.

With the Stellar X2 Vintage, you’re gonna hear EVERYTHING. So I immediately noticed an increase in room noise in recordings. If you’ve got a recording booth, a well-treated room, a closet you can sing into, etc. then you’re all set. But if you’ve got a square, untreated room that echos, it’s gonna be part of whatever you record. That’s just the nature of condensers and afflicts the mighty Neumann U87 just as much as the Stellar X2 Vintage. Yes, cardioid has some side and rear rejection but reflections coming over your shoulder will be picked up for example.

Haven’t had a chance to record acoustic yet (something the SM7B is NOT great at, at least for my guitar) but will update review ASAP, along with notes on how it fares as a room mic for recording my old Marshall.

But so far I’m loving the Stellar X2 Vintage and feel like it’s worth investing in some room treatment to really make it shine.

I’ve no idea if it comes close to sounding like the mic it’s based upon but.. this is a terrific mic and I keep looking for excuses to use it!

looks and sounds great! I have only had it for a few days, but it is a very nice Mic.

I can safely recommend this product. For the money, it's tough to find something with similar quality. super. I definitely can recommend this product!

This is an amazing XLR mic. Not as heavily advertised as many of the other high end, more popular condenser mics, but as they say; "if you know, you know". Looks great, nice weight to it. Sound is clean and true to voice. I feel like it adds a little "bottom" (aka bass) to most voices... but that could just be my ear? If you are considering a mic of this quality and price range, you can't go wrong. I will certainly be looking to TZ Stellar for any future mic needs before looking at other options.

Wow what a Excellent Mic for this price! It sounds very Professional and dont need much editing to make recordings fit in the Mix and sound sweet, warm and records the sound as it is with very low noise! Well done Stellar!

This is an amazing microphone for the money. I have a home studio and this microphone matches up with almost any microphone you can buy. It doesn’t have a lot of features, but that’s not a bad thing depending on what your use case is.

Awesome mic!

Good investment

"I have been pretty happy with this microphone, having upgraded from a $100 microphone with a Fethead to support it. The X2 Vintage does not require the fathead which can easily make this a great pick for those who don't have space or want to mess with additional items on their microphone setup.

For reference, I have this microphone setup on my desktop that gets used for work calls, voiceover work (when sound-treated), and general online chatting. This does a great job at being fairly good at all three. In comparison to my older setup, which is about $80 cheaper, you really won't notice a huge difference in general usage (from my ears) but in the close-up vocals with the microphone. I feel as if my voice compliments the microphone a bit better in comparison and draws noise away better from surrounding sounds, like my keyboard.

I do have the windscreen on at all times and usually do close vocals to the side.

For reference, I have found that my Scarlett Solo, on 1 o'clock gain, does just fine from 1 foot to a few inches away without letting too much of the environment in during normal usage.

This thing is amazing. I don't know how, but it actually makes vocals sound better than they do in real life. I've played with dozens of mics, but I've never heard performance like I can get out of this. It makes the people that use it sound like they're late night radio hosts.

It's a nice and small package, so it's good for video podcasts where you don't want a big bulky microphone taking up all the visual real estate and taking away from the people talking. It's somehow both beautiful, and discrete at the same time.

The case is strong, and it holds everything very securely.

Overall this is an incredible mic.

Highly recommended.

This is a sturdily built microphone which looks and feels and sounds quality all around. The insides are high quality components. It definitely has some heft to it, and the build quality is impressive. The sound that you get from it is very clear and transparent with a pretty flat frequency response, making for a very nice, warm, clear result for vocals that you would expect from a mic costing three or four times more. All in all, this would be a great choice for your studio if you're on a budget and don't want to sacrifice quality.

Have been using this microphone for several months now to record a YouTube video series. I have it selected as the input for both Zoom and Streamyard recording platforms. My audio tracks are always clearer than my co-host’s or our guest’s in post-production and have noticeably less background noise and better clarity. This is a very high-quality condenser mic that I plan to take out on the road to our booths at conventions this summer to test out in busier live recording environments. I am confident it will continue to exceed expectations.

Wow! This Stellar X2 Vintage Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser XLR Microphone is absolutely amazing. This is an exceptional quality Condenser Microphone. It comes in a very nice hard case so in case that you need to travel with it. It will be well protected. This Microphone has improved the audio quality of my recordings 10 fold. The audio and sounds is crisp and clear and it doesn't get distorted at all. This is an incredible quality microphone and I would definitely highly recommend this Condenser XLR Microphone.

This mic is very good and the build quality is superb. The mic itself is fantastic for vocals and is probably where is greatest strength lies. The sound quality of the mic is up there with mics that cost several thousands of dollars, the sound signature lies somewhere between a Neumann TLM 103 and a U87 and for the price is a steal for a mic comparable to those. The Mic itself is surprisingly small which is nice, it's like half the size of my MXL 770. Overall if you are looking for a great condenser mic for vocals this is very hard to beat for the price.

This is a microphone that offers excellent audio performance. The sound truly is “vintage” as described, with a rich, warm tone that is perfect for vocals and instruments in that range. It’s a cardioid pick up pattern microphone which is good for studio use. I am using it for voiceover work and it is obviously better than what I was using before. Large diaphragm condenser microphones are prized for their audio performance, and good ones are expensive. This one manages to accomplish the task handily at a more affordable price. Fit and finish are top notch - it feels substantial and professional.

Included with the microphone is a hardshell case with foam inserts for the components. In addition is a nicely made shock mount and a foam windscreen. The microphone’s shock mount is threaded for a standard mike stand, but also included is an adapter. I had no problem supplying phantom power to the microphone from my USB audio interface. I’ve used several other microphones in the past, and this is my favorite. It has elevated the quality of my work considerably. Well worth the asking price.

This is a great microphone that I use for music. Vocals are clear and crisp and setup is easy. This is a simple microphone (no gain, echo, etc. knobs on it) but that’s how I prefer it. I prefer to tweak everything off-mic. It’s solid quality both physically and in use.

I've used a couple different microphones for voice over work and podcasting and this takes the cake as the top one out of the ones I've tried. the sound is amazing...and its a very good value for microphones of similar capabilities.

High quality and seems very durable. It was easy to set up, the instructions are very straight forward and I absolutely love the look of the microphone. The sound quality is great, this microphone picks up sound very nicely and the playback is super clear, everything I have recorded has been so clear. I'm very pleased with this microphone, definitely recommend.

This is simply put, an amazing quality microphone for the price! The Stellar X2 Vintage XLR microphone delivers a clear, precise and crisp representation of my vocals in that warm vintage tone that easily rivals microphones costing thousands more. I know that sounds crazy, but the X2 Vintage delivers on its promises for me.

I use this microphone primarily to record podcast material and other vocal tracks, but make no mistake it is most certainly studio quality.

The Stellar X2 Vintage comes with a nice hardshell flight case for protection when not in use. It also comes with a cradle that fastens onto any standard microphone stand and what I call the 'fuzzy nose'; used for dampening. It does a decent job, but I prefer the sound (and look) without the dampener. Personal preference here. I did not notice a huge difference with it on either.

A highly precision engineered microphone. It is all microphone and has a really nice quality weight and feel to it. Great results requiring no to very minimal post production cleanup.

I found that, being a direct precision microphone, you really need to play around with the angling and distance a little bit to find your comfortable sweet spot. It does a great job of minimizing sounds the further away they get and the less direct they get from the mic. I will give it an A+ for that comparing it to studio grade microphones that I have used in the past.

It is a very good directional microphone with a nice warm tone! I highly recommend the Stellar X2 Vintage microphone and I am really amazed at the superior quality that it delivers at this price point. You would literally need to spend hundreds more to get something comparable.

This is what I have been waiting for a long time for. A Microphone that actually does what it is supposed to. It has clear sound input and output with many functions to go with it. It has a very clear manual that spells out all the functions and shows you how to use it. Highly Recommend.

As a wannabe musician, I am always on the lookout for a good microphone. When I first saw this, I wondered how it would fare against an sE Electronics 2200a II C (probably equivalent to the sE 2300). The quick answer is it compares very well.

My test system consisted of both microphones mounted on a dual mic holder with both going to a Zoom F8 recorder. The Stellar is slightly more sensitive but the gains were equalized. Using a variety of sources (piano, double bass, voice) both microphones were virtually the same. If I had to pick out the smallest details, I think the Stellar had a slightly better bass (more rounded) while the sE had a slightly better upper register (more airy). This somewhat surprised me since the Stellar is much smaller physically.

The sE does have switches for pad and low-cut filters so it is a bit more flexible. The sE's shock mount is also more substantial and has a locking screw versus the clip of the Stellar. Finally, the sE just has foam cutouts in a box while the Stellar comes with a nice, well-fitted case.

i like it a lot. clear voice i use for singing

A parte de su excelencia en su uso : es hermoso.

Very good product

Well priced good quality as advertised

We are ready happy with the sound quality that makes our prior microphone seem like a paper cup and sting setup. Well, maybe not that subpar but the difference was noticeably better. The instructions on the whole setup was informative and easy to read and understand as well as pictures helped us with getting it setup right for the first time. Although the mechanics and what’s inside we don’t know much about, we definitely can hear a change in sound quality quite easily and are pleased with the the overall appearance of the vintage look microphone stuffed with current technology. And of course fits the sound we are trying to produce very well. The pieces and parts all fit together well and lines and gaps are consistent throughout the microphone. Very solid feel to it, and it looks great too. Four Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!!!

I'd been looking for a good quality condenser microphone for a home audio studio I'm developing for some time when I came across this one. And I'm really glad I found it. It's easy to set up and integrates seamlessly into my existing technology. I've encountered no glitches using it, and the sound quality is excellent. This mic is rather more pricey than several others I've come across but it's definitely worth the money.