Soddy - Thanks for the info on the Rode NT 1 & 2 - I just happened to have an audio catalog open to their page when your thread came up. They're pricey little devils !! $300 to $500 + ! We can easily experiment with the SM57, a la "Hot Rize" - will probably do so within the next week.

Alice - I'm looking forward to hearing your group. Sometime this Fall, hopefully !?