[0.1 lb (45.4 g)] If I had my choice, I would use all DPA vocal mics, but using $1000 vocal mics on eveeryday shows is impractical. I bought one M80 a couple years back to play with , and it is far superior to an SM or B58 in the monitors and at FOH. I am all d&b so I'm working with top shelf products and I notice a big difference in this mic. It's built like a tank. After 35 years, almost every national still requests SM58 , but I have made the M80 my personal use mics, and anyone I put it in front of loves it. The SM58 is so engrained into peoples minds that many hesitate to try something new, but they are always thrilled with the quality after giving in.

[Brass] This mic is literally the best mic I have EVER used on stage. It has the ability to make bad PA systems and bad speakers sound amazing. This mic is a MUST have if you sing live. This mix has also been amazing in the studio when I mic snare drums. The frequency response is superior to any other mic I've used.

[3 x 2.5 x 1.9"] As a professional audio engineer, this is the most natural sounding dynamic handheld mic I have heard. A little bit of handling noise, and susceptible to plosives, but nothing a mic stand and windscreen can't fix.

[Brass] I've used the SM58 for years and decided it was time for an upgrade after doing a show where my vocals just didn't cut through. The clarity of the M80 is far superior to the SM58 and it feels like it is built rock solid. I'm still getting used to the nuances of this mic during live performances, but haven't had any issues with the change. I've read lots of reviews that these are great for recording, etc but I haven't used it for that so I cannot comment.

[0.15 lb] When my talent demands great sound with Star-caliber Bling, I can't beat this Beauty! Pure class, in all respects. They all LOVE it!

[3 x 2.5 x 1.9"] Very clear sounding Mic! It was so clear that we were able to fine tune the live vocal reverb at band practice. It also has a nice design and a good weight to it. It feels great in the hand. It has a wide spectrum so you do not necessarily have to position it right in front of your mouth for good results. Overall I am very impressed. If you are looking for a live vocal mic upgrade look no further.

[Brass] I tour with a country band as their road manager and FOH engineer. At a show we were doing a fellow engineer told me about this mic. I purchased one to try out on our lead vocal then had each of the other singers try it out. After trying multiple mics over the last two years I have finally found what I was looking for. We just purchased three more for a total of four and I have all of my guys on them now. They are amazed with the improvement and a direct quote was I feel like my voice is alive now. The feedback rejection is killer and outside of one one of my vocalists I am only using a HPF on a well tuned system. I have one vocalist that I have to fight around 3.15k but I'm noticing that I am not fighting as hard as I was when we had him on a competitors mic. The only minor complaint I have is the proprietary clip that comes with the mic. I would purchase a couple of extras if you are using them frequently. This is very minor considering it is such a great sounding and tough as nails mic. Definitely worth the money!

[0.15 lb] Excellent mic, works as advertised, and looks like the mic, on which, God said, Fiat Lux!

[0.15 lb] The ELA M80 has as beautiful low silky warmth to it. Hacking a vocal channel or graphic eq to ring out monitors is not necessary for the M80. Just a high pass of about 160-180hz. very small dip @ with a tight Q @ 250hz, and a wide 1 dip @ 3.15K is mostly what you need to start off with the M80. Sometime you may have to bring 6 or 8k down 2 0r 3dB due to the brightness of the mic. but still overall a great mic. Hands down beats any dynamic mic in sound, clarity, warmth & durability. Would even stack it against a few condenser mics.

[3 x 2.5 x 1.9"] Amazing!