MXL 990 Condenser mic.. Made in China but for under a $100 bucks this mic sounds good... I'm not an expert but between the SM series and this you can't beat it... For studio use this mic is more useful than the SM's...
Musician's Friend has then for $70..
Large diaphragm, little price.
The MXL 990 Condenser Microphone with Shockmount has a silky, sweet high-end while retaining tight, solid low and midrange reproduction. The 3/4" gold-sputtered diaphragm creates a professional sound suited for digital and analog recording. Attractive vintage body style with champagne finish. 30Hz-20kHz frequency response. 130dB maximum SPL. Includes custom shockmount, mic stand adapter, and case.
MXL MXL 990 Condenser Microphone with Shockmount Features:
3/4" gold-sputtered diaphragm
Attractive vintage body style with champagne finish
30Hz-20kHz frequency response
130dB maximum SPL
Sensitivity: 15MV/pa
Equivalent noise: 20dB (A-weighted)
MXL MXL 990 Condenser Microphone with Shockmount Includes:
custom shockmount, mic stand adapter, case