I find it interesting that you are not that impressed with RODE mics. Perhaps it is something that you are not doing right or using the wrong type of RODE mic for the situation.

I have used just about every conceivable type of mic. I have several rode mics depending on the situation. i have never found better. Location type stuff, you can even use the nt3 which is an incredible little mic.

But maybe you should learn more about the mics and for what situations.

Regards,
Gary

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