Heil mics @ Blackbird
Brad Lunde and the rest of these folks that have heard Heil products are correct. It's a slow but sure movement they are making, but it proves there is room for change.
I have to admit that when I was first introduced to the line I was a bit skeptical, (aren't we all?), but then I heard the Pro 40 up against the lengendary RE20 and I was impressed. Russ Long's reviews were right on!
Seems there are plenty of on air talk mics being replaced by the Heil product line, because of the great performance and durability these mics present, not to mention their incredible affordability. Bob Heil's dedication to QC is second to none. I know when they were shooting them out at first, there were a few competitor mics that didn't even work, new from the box! We have yet to see any of Heil's products and accessories fail in any way.
Also, see Dave Letterman's 'new' desk mic as of several months ago. Having seen him with an RCA 77 for years, I noticed the first time they had the Heil mic on the show. I think its the PR 40. Regardless, if it's a prop mic or not, it says a lot about someone thinking enough of them to put it there on such a prominent display. Bob Heil told me there was no fanfare or arm twisting to get it there either. It "just showed up" and he knew nothing about how it actually got there.
There's still hope for great new products everyday!
Rock on!
Rolff
Blackbird Audio Rentals
P.S. > This is not a paid endorsement. We bought all of the Heil mics we stock!