Do we still love the NT1a?

["wildlifeanalysis" wildlifeanalysis]

Hello

I am looking to pick up another stereo microphone pair for some surround re=
cordings, but before I do, I wanted to get the pulse of the community on th=
e NT1a. After hearing a number of field recordings made with the NT1a, I am=
 convinced that if I was just starting out nature recording, I would buy a =
couple of matched pairs and save myself thousands.

Are there any new value contenders out there I should take a look at, or ar=
e the Rode NT1a's still the kings of low cost, ultra-quiet, mics?

David