James,
Didn't you say awhile back you really liked the m88? Just reminding you in case you have been swimming in a sea of mics and forgot

I've been using them allot lately with success. There seems to be a range of close proximity when all the sudden they come alive, but if they're back too far it is unapparent. I also have been using my trusty 122. I had a 122v for awhile, it's definitely worth considering and sounds very good. I love the sound of Coles too, by the way.
But I've been considering the Crowley and Tripp ribbons. Have you heard the Mercenary demo? I love the way it sounds.
-SD