The M1280B has a fully integrated preamp and detachable cable permitting immunity from RF interference caused by cell phones and GSM devices. This provides flexibility for live, studio and broadcast applications. The extended low-end response of the M1280B along with studio quality sound reproduction makes it a great choice for field recording and musical instrument miking. In situations where the volume is loud on stage or there are many open microphones, this pattern is helpful in further isolating the instrument or vocal from the rest of the instruments on stage. The microphone can be worked at ½ the distance of cardioid if necessary.