Which Vocal mic for my existing collection?

[dickiefunk]

Hi I'm looking for a new vocal mic that will be a good compliment to my existing mics and pres. My current mics are a Rode NT1a and Studio Projects B1 and the pres I use are the SPL Goldmike (tube pre) and Soundcraft M8.

Which would recommend for under $750 / £400?

I would really value your recommendations and experience because I'm unable to audition these mics personally due to where I live.

Thanks

[Waynemendozza]

I got the Rode NT 2a myself and it is very much mic for the money. It cost me 333 EUR (~400$) and it's very flexible and clear. Switching settings on the mic truly effects vocals from smooth to very direct. There are better mics for sure, but hard to find in this price range. I also heard the Rode NT 2000 and it's pretty similar to the NT 2a. So I trust in Rode...

[where02190]

Rode NTK retubed with an EH 6922.

[dickiefunk]

I'm using the mic to record a pro gospel singer who has a huge voice (Aretha Franklin style). I need a mic which can cope with her huge fast dynamic leaps that doesn't make her high notes sound harsh and piercing. Would a dynamic mic such as the Shure SM7b than a Large Diaphram Condenser such as the Rode K2 or Audio Technica 4040

[Funkybot's Evil Twin]

Believe it or not I've heard absolutely wonderful things from credible sources about the M-Audio Sputnik. Yes, an M-Audio mic getting great reviews (I never thought I'd see the day either). Here's a vocal mic shootout that includes the Sputnik against some very popular choices:
http://www.gearslutz.com/board/showthread.php?t=113433