Mics (for live use)

Hi Guys,
What's the best vocal mic for live performances? Wireless if possible, budgets around £500.00.
Also need a good reverb for live use, budget s around £300.00 (£400.00 maybe)
Thanx
John

Have a look at one of these:
http://www.djtronix.com/shpgwisy4.html
I think that you will find that this is (ok David, I accept not all :-)) pretty much the standard live mic for vocals.
Best, Fred

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