I'm scouring eBay and there is no shortage of used U87s, including
new ones under $2,000. What should I know when looking at such a
mic? Should I not bother with used? What about some of the ones I'm
seeing that have various "modifications" applied? If I get one that
needs help, how much does Neumann charge to service one (say, a new
capsule, etc)?

Also, what about the Neumann M147 and M149 tube mics? Are they
"superior" in any way? Better for voice-over stuff?

More pesky questions from the Group Idiot ;-)



Brendan