I got a pair of Electro Voice RE11s for $250. i have used them for everything and i love them. i have used them as overheads (not the best but definitly gets a cool sound if you get creative), vocal, acoustic (both at the same time) and just as a random instrument microphone. i love these mics and never go to a session without them. they can really add a good vintage (not low fi) sound to your recording. i am not saying they are for everyone but i love them. i think one of the best recordings i have ever done was acoustic guitar and vocals at the same time using just one (maybe two) of these and the result was gorgeous and needed no EQ.
