this is the best microphone out there for a working soundman. it will take any abuse, sounds great at an awesome price.

Sounds as good as the SM58. Definitely the SM58 sounds flat which will work on any PA setup. But the Behringer XM8500 can use some EQ to achieve near sound from the latter. The price is worth it.

I'm using this to replace the Rock Band mic. This, along with the XLR-USB adapter also sold at newegg, is cheaper than what is sold at RockBandParts. It definitely works with RB/GHWT/etc., and the game will detect your singing perfectly.

I don't know much about dynamic mics, but this one performs perfectly well for my needs; Came with the part to hold the mic and screw it onto the stand

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Only one word "Perfect" :) Excellent quality product

Got four of them with a Behringer package PA deal in 2006 with the intention of upgrading at some point. I've tried Shure 58s, Sampson Q8, Sennheiser e835, and even an Audix OM6 but always gone back to the XM8500. I just prefer the sound and the response.

cardioid used for singing or the sound. You can unscrew the ball. OVERALL OPINION At this price, you should not expect top quality.

At 20% the cost of a SM58 it is a great backup or primary announcement mic. If I was singing I would buy the Shure. It is rugged and it feels good in your hand but it doesn't have the presence rise that the more expensive mics have.

Look, I read the reviews, listened to youtube clips, etc...I'm a lead vocalist in a hard rock cover band and needed a better microphone.Bottom line, Whether this mic is as good as an sm58 is irrelevent.This thing is under $30, if you feel the need to buy a name than by all means,spend $100 on an...

If you are on a budget and looking for low cost vocal mics for a practice space, etc, I would highly recommend this model. [ read more on Audiofanzine ]