I use one for voiceover. Yes, I'll get something more expensive when I can(Just because), but for now, it's fine. For VO, I use a "stocking" filter a couple of inches away.
I like that I can use it with phantom power, if available, or plug a 9v battery into it for remote stuff.
I can't vouch for the little "inserts" that come with it to "modify patterns", as I plugged them in and tried them(They did "stuff") and took them back out again - I didn't need to go any further.
It is stated to be, and others have said it is, good for instruments. A nice all-round condenser. Supposed to work well at a distance, too. It's shape should allow hand-holding.
I bought it because it was the cheapest condenser I could find with the name AKG, on it. Couldn't afford a C414, couldn't bare a Chinese mic, so... I don't regret it.
Even if I do get something better, the C1000s will come in handy for lots of things, studio or stage...
Teddy G.