Lips mics will eventually work with Rock Band 2

Microsoft and MTV Games working together to allow Xbox 360 gamers to use the wireless mics.

While the rather good wireless microphones released by Microsoft for its karaoke title Lips don't currently work with Rock Band 2, Harmonix and MTV Games has revealed that support will be added through a patch.

"Microsoft and MTV Games are working together to ensure that consumers will be able to use the wireless mics from 'Lips' with 'Rock Band 2' after launch," the companies told MTV Multiplayer. "More details on timing to come. Harmonix and MTV Games strive for all third-party controllers to work with the 'Rock Band' games, fitting with Harmonix' open-platform philosophy for controllers."

That's certainly excellent news for front men currently feeling their performance is being held back by a wire.