Yes, I agree, after a long and stressfull search to find the best mic under $700 for my bright and slightly thin voice (several article reveiws, thread mic comparisions, and 2 mic auditions later) I chose the at4047 becuse its extremely crisp & clear while producing a natrual sound with a smooth and warm prescence to my voice.
Although most of the mics I auditioned, and where planning to purchase are a little cheaper then the at4047, I was easily willing to put up the extra $200-$300
Mics I auditioned:
1.) Rode Nt1-A (overall good and versatile but to bright for me and harsh on highs)
2.) Rode Nt1000 (same without the harshness; both pick up everything pretty good )
3.) Audio Technica at3035 (great, nice presence, crisp but not as natrual and live as thier 40 line)
4.)
Akg C-2000B ( to muddy for my voice)
5.)
Akg C-3000B ( same)
6.) Shure Ksm27/sl (surprisingly great definitly holds its own but not as natrual or warm as the 4047)
7.) Audio Technica
at4040 (as with the 3035 its a really great mic but the 4047 is just that much better with an overall similar sound.)
I would recomend the at4047 to anyone with a mid to high voice who desires more prescence doing rap,r&b, and even rock vocals on a tight budget.