Hello:
We are having these mic capsules custom made for us exclusively, to our specifications. They are not a re-packaged well-known brand microphone.
So, to answer your questions, we do not make the capsules in our shop in NJ, but the matching, final assembly and testing is done here in the USA. They sound similar to the AT853 and AT943 mics we sell, but have a tighter pickup pattern. I do not know how they would compare to the Sennheiser mics as I have not heard the Sennheisers. These mics are significantly smaller than most of the other 'mini' cardioids found on the market and discussed on this board.
As you probably know, using a well-known brand capsule does not guarantee good sound quality (although it usually gives you a reasonable expectation of some minimum level of quality) - good design and quality manufacturing does. Sometimes, 'unknown' capsules can sound good, too :-)
Lastly, we have added some information to our website about these mics here:
http://www.soundprofessionals.com/cgi-bin/gold/item/SP-CMC-25We offer these with a 30 day money back guarantee.
Best Regards,
Chris Carfagno
sales@soundprofessionals.com
www.soundprofessionals.comThe Sound Professionals, Inc.
3444 Sylon Blvd
Hainesport NJ, 08036
800-213-3021
609-267-4400
609-267-0054 fax