[2000] I have found through over 25 years of being circulation manager for a newspaper that it pays in the long run to use name brand products. The quality seems better, these ribbons don't shred as off brand ones have for me, and the ribbon has a good ink life.

[Black] The R44CXE is such a warm, rich sounding mic. Full bodied with smooth hi end makes it wonderful on female vocals, as a drum room mic and horns. Can't wait to try it on other instruments!!!

[2000] These mics are inexpensive but built for abuse - and that's what you get.� Beautiful sound and safe to put in front of a loud guitar cab or trumpet.� Great microphone, I have a pair of them and they're great on everything from Leslies to snare drums.

[2000] BH Photo is our go to store online. Good selection and quick delivery. Calling them for support is always a pleasant experience. Knowledgeable and kind employees.

[Thermal] If you're looking for a true professional 44BX sound, look no further! I was amazed at the sound and quality. Insides with the exception of transformer, look identical to the legendary 44BX. Why spend $3000 to $5000 for a similar looking replica when you can buy this for under $1000? I've already bought 2 and love them! I'm a professional broadcaster and voice-over announcer with 50+ years of broadcast experience.

[Thermal] Excellent product with good price

[2000] I took a chance on this mic as there's not a lot of reviews on it out there. I'm kinda an ART fanboy, so I figured this mic would be alright. It is! I use it for electric and acoustic guitars and find it to be rich and smooth, like a ribbon mic should be! I find it to be low noise and very balanced. With the right placement (not too close) I didn't even need to eq it! Not having to worry about using my cloud lifter is a plus as well, the active circuit works very well at boosting the signal. Also, it comes with a sturdy aluminum case, shock mount, and velvet pouch. One thing - the shock mount is a little not great - the only thing that holds the mic in is a little thumb screw that pushes a piece of felt into the mic body. It does come loose after a couple of hours. Overall, this mic stands it's own again other cheap ribbon mics very well! I have a cascade fathead and an Se X1r, and this one sounds just as good! And is about $70 cheaper! Way to go, ART!

[Black] I mainly bought this for mic'ing guitar cabinets and combo amps. It does a great job! Very warm and punchy, and not at all harsh or thin like some condensers can be on guitar amps. I have used it on sax as well and was very happy. I have not used a lot of other ribbons, so I don't have a lot to compare it to, but for the money, I think this mic is worth every penny.

[PVC] I needed a ribbon mic in the home studio, mainly to record anything that's loud and needs a warm tone. Most ribbon mics seem really expensive, so I'm glad this one exists. Using this up close to a guitar amp sounds great. Combining this with a good dynamic (Shure SM57/Audix i5/Audio-Technica MB 2k) side by side up against a guitar amp sounds awesome!! I also tried to record a trombone with it, as I've heard ribbons are the best mic to use for that. This thing blew any dynamic mic out of the water for capturing brass sound. Thank you Nady and B&H!!

[2000] Hard to find ribbon was in stock & shipped out promptly. Works great.