You want a vocal mic that performs as well as you do. That"s why the AKG D 5 has worked its way into top venues and into the hands of top performers. Why? This rugged black microphone has a classic look that"s discreet onstage so the focus stays on YOU, the performer. And its supercardioid pickup pattern keeps its pickup focus on YOU... not on all the instruments and/or speakers onstage. Long story short... the D 5 was designed to help you avoid feedback and sound great in the process. Factor in the dual shockmount, so mechanical noise and vibrations are killed before they cause problems... and you"ve got a sweet deal and a sweet mic with the AKG D 5.