I like mine way better than my AKG C-1000. Loads of detail, and a sound that appeals to my ear. Best of all, I like using both of them together (the AKG seems to have less bottom end than the Rode, which is good for micing acoustic guitar).
I had heard a long time ago, probably from some posts on rec.audio.pro, that the sound of Rode mics is not so consistent from mic t mic. That is, you might get a good one and you might not.