SM7B Cardioid Vocal Dynamic Microphone

After the launch of SM7dB and Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th gen with 69db of clearn preamp gain, I decided to go with the much cheaper SM7B because the preamp gain of 2i2 4th gen is more than enough to power the SM7B! Audio output has a bit of noise at 85% gain, but that must be because my room is untreated. I am easily able to remove it in post with free Audacity, and the Air Presence mode of Scarlett 2i2 makes it much easier for me to make my voice sound more pronounced. A simple compression and bass treble boost makes the audio usable with great quality in a few clicks, thus saving my post processing time I was doing with some other mics I owned. Built like a tank, along with Shure SM7B showing up in so many successful podcasts/videos/music ensures the output is top notch and if the output is still bad, it's either a problem with your voice or you need to learn to fix it in post. Would highly recommend going with this one, if you have the budget. Will also be getting a fethead instead of a cloudlifter to go with this one. Think of it this way - How valuable is your time? How many hours of post processing do you do per week? If it's 10 hours even per month and every hour is worth a 1000 rupee, then you will break even in just 3 months along with a better audio quality right out of the box. I am planning to get a fethead for the same reason, will update here if it helps me save even more time (with the noise removal and compression)

This microphone has a very good frequency range, the low end is very pronounced which makes it perfect for podcast. You can also record vocals with this microphone and after a little bit of EQ, it sounds fantastic. However it is an extremely quiet microphone, so you would need to buy a cloudlifter in order to get a usable signal. You can also use it without a cloudlifter, but I won't recommend it because you would need to crank your gain knob to over 90 percent. If you are a beginner, I would suggest you to look somewhere else, but if you want a microphone that can last you for a lifetime. You can't go wrong with the SM7B.

It's an absolute pleasure to have this mic onboard. Came with all the mentioned accessories , although i did noticed the seal was open but that can be ingnored since it worked like a charm straight out of the box. The build is rugged and feels heavyduty. Almost every component is metal. The sound is pretty much flat. There was a subtle amount of low end. It sounded great on my voice. Acoustic guitar sounded good although i think processing is required . And most importantly the noise rejection, works wonder. The ambient noise bleed was minimum. Note that i'm using this with Audient id14 and there wasnt much of a white noise at max gain. The signal was clean enough. But i had to keep the mic pretty close to the sound source. Not a big issue though. This microphone "Shure" ly lives upto it's name - "Legendary".

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I like the voice quality and noise cancellation of this mic. It is an overkill for my usage which are mostly zoom meetings throughout the day but this definitely levels up sound quality several notch for my daily meetings. Be sure to use it with cloudlifter and this is the best as it gets

Sounds like Heaven right from the beginning. No Brainer if you can afford it.

Everything is good and it's f***ing SM7B, you really don't need much to think. I bought it for my zoom calls with all the necessary gears like Cloudlifter and all. Working out pretty well planning to buy two more for other systems. There will be a few challenges when you'll use it for the first time but it all worths later. Highly recommended for everyone who's making money online.

One of the greatest mic but after spending so much. You still have to add in a cloudlifter and a decent preamp to make it professional. So do consider those costs before buying!

As shown in the picture i received this today and it is a genuine sm7b. Checked the inside and it all matches. Excellent upgrade from at2020 in my opinion. It was shipped and delivered within 24h (instead of 2 working days) to NL.

Después de usarlo durante bastante tiempo, entiendo perfectamente por qué sigue siendo uno de los micrófonos más utilizados por streamers, podcasters y creadores de contenido. La calidad de sonido es excelente: la voz se escucha cálida, limpia y muy profesional, incluso sin necesidad de aplicar demasiados filtros o procesamiento. Eso sí, conviene saber que no es un micrófono para conectar y usar directamente. Necesita una interfaz de audio con conexión XLR y, en muchos casos, suficiente ganancia o un preamplificador adicional para sacarle todo el partido, ya que su nivel de salida es relativamente bajo. En cuanto a construcción, se nota que es un producto premium. Incluye espuma antipop y está diseñado para reducir muy bien los ruidos del entorno y las explosivas de la voz. No es barato, pero la calidad que ofrece justifica completamente el precio. Si buscas un micrófono profesional y estás dispuesto a acompañarlo con el equipo adecuado, es una compra que merece la pena al 100%

The Shure SM7B is a game-changer for anyone serious about audio quality. As a podcaster and musician, finding a microphone that delivers on versatility and performance is paramount. The SM7B not only meets but exceeds expectations. Its construction exudes durability, a reassuring factor when investing in quality audio equipment. The sleek design is not just aesthetic but a testament to its robustness, fitting seamlessly into any studio setup. The standout feature? Its ability to capture rich, warm tones across a wide frequency range. Whether I'm recording vocals, instruments, or voiceovers, the SM7B consistently delivers crystal-clear sound reproduction. The bass roll-off and mid-range emphasis controls allow tailored sound shaping, adapting effortlessly to different recording environments and preferences. One thing to note: This microphone requires a good amount of gain, so pairing it with a high-quality preamp or interface is recommended for optimal performance. Additionally, its low sensitivity might not suit all recording setups, especially for quieter sound sources. Despite these considerations, the SM7B's exceptional noise rejection capabilities make it a top choice for professional studios. It effectively minimizes background noise, ensuring clean recordings even in less-than-ideal acoustic settings. In conclusion, the Shure SM7B is a true workhorse microphone. Its unparalleled sound quality, durability, and adaptability make it a staple for audio professionals and enthusiasts alike. While it might demand some additional equipment for optimal performance, the results it delivers justify every penny. If you're seeking a versatile, reliable microphone that consistently produces high-quality audio, the SM7B should be at the top of your list. Remember to tweak or adjust the review as needed, depending on your personal experiences and preferences with the microphone!

The other reviews say it all about the SM7B. It's the most popular podcast mic with all the trendy and most viewed podcasts for a very good reason (even if one of which is half of them can't stop playing with and readjusting it on the fly, and it's low handling noise let's them do so). But sound quality wise, it is truly one of the best around and THE best at the price point. However, you need lots of gain to drive it. That used to mean a fethead or similar, but so many audio interfaces have enough clean gain to drive it these days so it's less and less of an issue unless you're using old gear. The one caveat for me is that it is definitely not for all voice types. For my tone and timbre, it needs some work in post to make it palatable to the ear, but due to the quality of the thing all of the dynamics are there to allow me to do so. So it's worth bearing that in mind if you want a mic that you can plug in and go with a minimum of post production, this may or may not be the right one for you. A brighter, cheaper option like the Rode Podmic could well do the trick and save you a couple of hundred notes (enough to buy a decent interface and a second podmic). It's still great, it's just not ideal for all use cases.

Nach längerer Nutzung kann ich mit voller Überzeugung sagen, dass das Shure SM7B seinen hervorragenden Ruf absolut verdient. Es ist eines dieser Produkte, bei denen man bereits nach den ersten Minuten merkt, warum es seit Jahren von Streamern, Podcastern, Sprechern und Tonstudios weltweit eingesetzt wird. Ich nutze das Mikrofon hauptsächlich für Live-Streams, Sprachaufnahmen und Content Creation und bin von der Klangqualität begeistert. Die Stimme klingt warm, voll und gleichzeitig sehr klar. Gerade bei Sprachaufnahmen sorgt das SM7B für einen professionellen Sound, der sich deutlich von günstigeren Mikrofonen abhebt. Ein großer Vorteil ist die hervorragende Unterdrückung von Umgebungsgeräuschen. Tastaturgeräusche, Mausklicks oder andere Nebengeräusche werden deutlich reduziert. Das ist insbesondere beim Streaming ein enormer Pluspunkt, da die Zuschauer sich vollständig auf die Stimme konzentrieren können. Auch die Verarbeitungsqualität ist erstklassig. Das Mikrofon fühlt sich extrem hochwertig an und vermittelt sofort den Eindruck, viele Jahre zuverlässig seinen Dienst zu leisten. Sämtliche Komponenten wirken robust und professionell gefertigt. Besonders positiv gefällt mir, wie natürlich die Stimme wiedergegeben wird. Es entsteht kein künstlicher oder übertriebener Klang. Stattdessen klingt die Stimme angenehm, präsent und professionell, ohne aufdringlich zu wirken. Die integrierte Halterung ist stabil und ermöglicht eine flexible Positionierung. Zudem bietet das Mikrofon verschiedene Einstellmöglichkeiten, um den Klang an die eigenen Bedürfnisse anzupassen. Wer sich für Streaming, Podcasts, YouTube, Voice-Over-Aufnahmen oder andere Sprachproduktionen interessiert, erhält mit dem Shure SM7B ein Werkzeug auf absolut professionellem Niveau. Es ist zwar keine günstige Anschaffung, aber die Qualität rechtfertigt den Preis aus meiner Sicht vollkommen. Mein Fazit: Das Shure SM7B ist eines der besten Mikrofone, die ich bisher verwendet habe. Hervorragende Klangqualität, ausgezeichnete Verarbeitung, starke Geräuschunterdrückung und ein professioneller Sound machen es für mich zu einer klaren Kaufempfehlung. Ich würde mich jederzeit wieder für dieses Mikrofon entscheiden.