Dr. Clayton,

The Grundig Digta SonicMic II ~ http://www.knowbrainer.com/NewStore/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=126&idcategory=49 is also an excellent choice and as you noted, costs quite a bit less. It even doubles as a desktop microphone and includes a weighted stand. We have a lot of customers using this microphone.

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