The Bock Audio 251 follows designer David Bock's mission statement to a "T" -- to produce top-caliber condenser microphones which take inspiration from the beloved classics, but genuinely improve upon their sound and function for today's studios. Closely modeled after the original Telefunken ELA M 251E, the most expensive and collectable vintage tube microphone, the Bock 251 is among the heaviest hitters in the world of vocal mics. A three-dimensional sound with stunning "airy" response fits most vocalists like a glove, sticking the sound right into the track without the need for much, if any EQ. Also an amazing choice for drum overheads, pianos, and acoustic guitars, the Bock 251 will add the polish and weight to anything you put in front of it for a "finished" tone with impeccable detail.