The Josephson C42MP matched pair of small diaphragm condenser microphones represents an incredible value in workhorse microphones by David Josephson, one of the world's leading authorities in microphone design and manufacturing. The C42s are extremely high in output and have a very bright, dry high-frequency response that makes them absolute stunners for stereo drum overheads and acoustic instruments where you want a measure more sparkle than anything else in your microphone collection can deliver. But while there's a rather large push in the treble range, it never seems overbearing or annoying -- the sizzle of cymbals is beautifully accented, the strum and strings of your acoustic guitar will poke through the mix.