Summary: The microphone came in a nice packaging case for transport. Inside you will find a solid microphone, that weighs pretty heavy in your hand and feels comfortable. On the bottom of the mic you will find an XLR input.

I've done some vocal recordings on this on my Audigy 2 ZS Platium Pro soundcard and to my interest, I've never heard voice recordings so clear, smooth, and accurate. I wish I was more experienced at reviewing mics but I don't have another brand-name mic as a point of reference, although it does sound much better than your average unknown brand. I'll add more detail when I try out more mics.

This has been my first microphone, and this may make a great starting microphone before you move on to condenser mics or high-end dynamic microphones. Also makes a great gift for beginner musicians.

Summary: I bought it because its cheap and powerful. I've heard a lot of good things about it, and its true! I hate bassy microphones, so this mic is great for me. HIghly recommended for home studio vocal recording.

Summary: Highly recommended by my friend who knows a lot about audio stuff. It also comes with a hard case with foam insert and an adapter for the European mount. Properly the only thing that you may need is a windscreen.