There seems to be quite a bit of misinformation being bandied about almost every line of mic by Mr. John. Why?

According to Schoeps, the frequency response of the 8 capsule is as it is so that the pattern remains consistent within those ranges. If someone wants more lower end from the Schoeps 8, they could equalize it too if needed and/or wanted.

It has nothing whatsoever to do with minimizing noise, etc.

I'm not sure where that came from either.

So that there is some perspective, this is the "natural" form of a SD figure 8 capsule. The MKH30's response is more extended because it employs electronic equalization as an integral part of the design.

John, we like your expertise with the Sennheiser line, but a great deal of what you say about other makes of mic's is just plain inaccurate.

Sorry.