[linux-audio-user] OT: Microphone info

[Alastair Couper]

I am looking into getting a decent microphone, but am having a hard time  
wading through all the obviously subjective yet passionately held opinions  
that I see in various reviews. I am skeptical that a $1000 mic is 5 times  
better than a $200 mic. How much of what I read and hear is simply an arms  
race for professional studios ? In talking to pro friends with their  
multi-k$ mic/preamps, it seems to end with: "It was either that, or give  
the money to the gov in taxes."

Any links to info much appreciated.