o Russell-Ashmun Audio is proud to share our support for sE Electronics! When I (Chris) was browsing at Sweetwater a couple years back, I came across an unusually-shaped microphone in the live audio department. Professional curiosity overtook me so, while looking over my shoulder for a sales rep, I disassembled this sE V7 microphone. I was intrigued by the mic element which was attached not to the body of the microphone, but on a 'stalk' giving it amazing shock resistance. Well, the price point was very nice ($79, at the time) and since we needed another mic in our gear, I bought one. Fast forward about three months...We're supporting a female artist who did not have a mic (rider specified SM57 or equivalent). I offered her the option to use the V7 and she agreed. At soundcheck, I 'preset' the EQ for a feminine voice as I would for an SM58. Surprise, surprise, the EQ was absolutely too harsh. I reset the EQ to neutral (0) across the spectrum and started over. Two small cuts were all that I needed both for FOH sound and Wedges. Much less work for a female vocal than with an SM58. Researching the curve I find that the 'industry standard' mic scoops out the frequencies for the feminine in favor of the masculine vocal whereas the V7 is much flatter, making it more versatile for both male AND female vocals. I have since replaced all of my 58's (minus one) with the V7 and several of our clients have moved to purchasing the V7 for their personal load-out. The sE7 condenser mics are phenomenal, as well. I have ordered a percussion mic kit and will test it out soon (currently using the Sennheiser e604's for kits, and will possibly remain with the B52 for kick) and let y'all know. If you want a very good, dependable, non-rolling (did I mention that the circumference of the windscreen has cutouts so it doesn't roll away?), easily EQ'd microphone that costs a third less than the 'standard', check it out for yourself! Best mics on the market price/pound! of your post goes here. To edit this text, click on it and delete this default text and start typing your own or paste your own from a different source.