Sold in perfectly matched pairs, these condenser mics are outstanding in both live and studio applications. Another difference between condenser and dynamic mics is they contain active circuitry that requires phantom power (+48 V DC) for operation.
Use these for home studio recording classical guitar, and woodwinds, work very well. Noise not detectable with good recording levels on input. Can use compressor and amplify recordings without problems. Good flat response, as far as I can tell without a scope. Am happy with these and didnt need to spend any more for very good quality. The stereo bracket is solid enough.
I use these with 6" studio monitors and reference headphones, no problems.