I bought this mic in the U.S. in 2008.
I kept 2 or 3 months, then I resold.
I liked it at first, soon turned into a disadvantage, I liked the sound of this big precise and microphone, but in fact I expected something more "authentic" or "imperfect" that breathe!
and this mic I quickly tired to the point of selling it!
I had not purchased additional microphones before it, but I'm soon to buy a rid Bartolini and then I finally found what I was looking for micro imperfect!
I find the value for money very good for the fans of his music man!
with the experience I have lived with this microphone, I will not go this election for the reasons I cited above!