What makes the sE Electronics T2 so special? We could come up with a long list, but we'll distill it into one point for now. The T2 will rule in pretty much any recording scenario. True, the four switchable polar pattern feature alone doesn't automatically make it a killer microphone, but this mic's top-grade electronics, careful tuning of its titanium capsules, and super-fast (but unhyped!) transient response makes the sE Electronics T2 a real winner, especially at this price. As an extra bonus, sE Electronics includes a unique shockmount that lets you position the mic any way you need it.