Well,I have had the mic for a couple months now on my Ranger 2995, I believe it to be very well built,and I have got nothing but great audio reports from all the people I have made,I have gotten almost a month out of a 9volt, before I have to change it,the only things that I would like to have is a lighted up meter,and a option to hook up a foot pedal to control the mic via your feet on the floor instead of always having to press the push to talk button ( is it possible to wire one up,any ideas please let me know) I would definitely buy this mic again,so much better than the Astatic 878 and much better build quality in my opinion! I believe S&W357 wanted to know my opinion on this mic and here it is,hope it helps!!