I agree with Jim here... The only time I've ever played politics so to speak really has been about the outright upity bitter rudeness from the owner/designer of a well known boutique mic company. So sad because I truly think his mics are among the best I've ever heard, but I absolutely refuse to put my money there or ever recommend them to anyone! He also makes a capsule for a mic by another manufacturer that I think is among the best I've ever heard and am trying to justify that purchase in my mind.