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MXL V6 Silicon Valve Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
$399.00
I've been performing and recording music for over 25 years. I bought the MXL V6 because it's supposed to sound like a tube mic. I compared it with my Rode NT2A, an excellent LDC (not a tube), and I could not tell them apart! I recorded (into a Roland VS2400) male vocal, acoustic guitar, and violin at different distances, and they sound identical to me. (Maybe better preamps would bring out a difference.) The V6 is slightly hotter by maybe 2 or 3 dB. Keep in mind; that the V6 sounds like the Rode is a good thing, but I was hoping for a warmer, tube-like sound. If you can afford it, get the Rode instead; it's built better and has pattern, filter and bass cut switches. Another similar mic is the Audio-Technica AT3035. I'll say this: The V6 is even more beautiful than it looks in the pictures, and I hate to let it go. My quest for the tube sound continues...

Very Best
$72.99
First heard of it from Inu Yasha theme song, Change The world, then try to look for it from the net, and they are all cool, so I think I like it... It's just cool... well, I don't understand Japanese, but the music is kinda cheerful, and it has a spirit in it, that's the thing I like... well, worth the bucks, that's all I guess....

Vornado V6 Flippi Personal Fan, Small, Raindrop Green
$29.99
I ordered this fan even after reading some pretty negative things about it. Not sure why - I absolutely love it! I have it on my desk at work and only need to set it on the lowest setting to get plenty of air. Sure, the motor makes a little noise but what do you expect? I love the design and it looks so nice sitting on my desk. Most people can't even tell that it's a fan. Definitely going to order another one for next to my bed.

Sony MDR-V6 Monitor Series Headphones with CCAW Voice Coil
$109.99
I've purchased three pairs of these. I've just ordered my third, only because I keep giving them away to people that I care about. I care enough that I want them to hear music closer as they were meant to be heard. I own Grados, high end Denons, and tried all the popular Senns, AKGs, etc. It's a very personal choice, headphones. I like the Grados for their sound: articulation, detail, staging... comfort wise, not so much. The cord twists at the Y, and above the Y. The foam is somewhat fragile if you're not careful. Other than that, the Grados are spectacular - I just prefer them to any others that I've heard before including the $300+ Sennns. But I'm not writing a review about the Grados.

The Sony V6 are comfortable, with a closed design. They're also more compact, better for travel. If you're going to own one pair of headphones, these would be it. I own several others, but I've ordered another pair of the V6. Why? Comfort. Ease of use. Great sound, more on that in a minute. The cord is much more manageable, the foam is comfortable, and the pressure is just right. These are ideal for the computer, and efficient enough to listen to a verity types of music powered by my portable MP3 player.

Sound: It's almost up there with the Grado 60, and better in some ways. While it lacks the detail and articulation for classical music and jazz in comparison, the staging is fuller when listening to pop or dance. I've stopped using my $179 DJ style Denons all together. I use my Shure in-ears for working out. Plan to use the V6 for travel, PC and just general purpose. I'll still use the Grados (I've given many of these away as gifts too) time to time for classical and jazz. And I was ready to plop down some money on some Senn 595s due to all the positive reviews... surprisingly, when I tried them out I preferred the sound of the V6 and Grado 60/80s at less than half the cost. I'm sure many will disagree, but it just sounded flat in comparison. The lesson learned? Go try them before you go on faith of other's reviews for something like $200+ headphones. On the V6, for $65 - I don't think there's a better buy, and chances are, you'll be happy with the way these sound. Then again, it's just another review, but a favorable one. In any case, I wish you good hunting. On a related and different note: Home speakers, before buying the typical name-brands from the big box stores, I'd suggest trying Totem "Rainmakers" and the Epos line before you buy anything. Both excellent buys, different price segments but both are worth auditioning. Take a CD, and listen to them before making an impulse buy on anything else. I share, because I ended up selling my brand-XXX after listening to them.