No matter what mike you finally buy, never Never NEVER blow into it to see if it is on. My Dad, the Sound Man jumped my butt about this so badly the first time I did it that I NEVER EVER did it again. You can get moisture (spit) in the mike, and really,REALLY screw it up. Just say a few words, or play a few notes. DON'T BLOW INTO A MICROPHONE!! sorry, ma da, there.