[guitarman68]

Originally Posted by Chipotle

Everyone will have their own favorites, but generally small diaphragm condensers are the choice. So, sticking with those:

High end: Schoeps CMC64 (CMC6 body with cardioid MK4 capsule) is probably the mic that gets the top reviews around here. Around $1650 each.

Mid: From the Shure SM81 ($400) to the mid-high Neumann KM184 ($850).

Budget: You can get good results with the sE Electronics sE7 ($120). The Line Audio CM4 (has to be ordered from No Hype Audio in Europe, about the same cost excluding shipping) punches above its price point.

BTW, there is a whole subforum for recording; you will get more answers if you post this question there.

That's exactly what I would suggest !