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Old 9th April 2008   #51
Amadeuz
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Down to the Sound

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Originally Posted by Plush View Post

DOWN with the CHI-COMMS (murderers in Tibet)

Yep, the reason behind half a dozen angry posts finally unveils

And you say this as opposed to the other icon-microphone-manufacturing-nations that have "neeever" committed a crime......right?

I will just say this:
Last weekend I did a shootout comparing the m260s with my all time favorites: Schoeps 221b and m222 (all matched pairs). I decided to leave another favorite, the km84 out, as it is not a tube mic.
The m260USA is a superb recording tool. Sound is crisp but smooth, very accurate, amazing stereo separation and a level of realism found in very few mics out there.

Because of the m260s outstanding value it is reasonable to assume that some components are manufactured in cost effective countries. IMVHO I couldn't care less if parts came out of Tarzans ass, if the sound achieved is THIS GOOD!
The only other issue with Chinese product for me besides sound, is reliability. TeleUSA's response to this is a 10year warranty that shows just how much the company is willing to back their craftsmanship!

I really encourage those curious enough, to try the m260USA.

Congratulations TeleUSA on an outstanding product!

Best to all,
~A
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