I'm now in the mic mod biz. This an MXL V63m which is one of MXLs better sounding mics stock. This one has had the premium electronics mod and the headbasket mod. The front of the mic has been modified for a single layer. Results in more clarity. After these mods, this mic sounds very different and of course better than a stock V63m. Much more clear highs. None of the congestion in the highs. Sibilance issues eliminated. Very nice, well rounded sound. Now it competes with mics costing hundreds more.