Mic sound developed through several rounds of public blind listening tests against competitors' mics Ridyon capsule technology combines the best elements of all 3 existing classes of microphone Glowing backlit-LED purple badge 48V phantom power indicator Includes an ingenious, proprietary magnetic pop filter which attaches in a split second to keep plosives and ‘esses' at bay Includes stylish and highly effective shock mount designed specifically for the Aston Element to eliminate undesirable vibrations