Shure SM 7 B
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Shure
SM 7 B
Product Info
Article Number:
129929
Brand:
Shure
Model:
SM 7 B
Category:
Large Diaphragm Microphones
Price:
$427.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The SM7B is a vocal workhorse, plain and simple. It’s fantastic for podcasting, voiceovers, and rock/pop vocals needing a tight, controlled sound. You'll need a good preamp to get the most out of it, but the results are seriously professional.
Product Description
- Shure SM 7 B
- Dynamic Speaker and Recording Microphone
- Polar pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency range: 50 - 20
- 000 Hz
- Sensitivity -59.0 dB (1.12 mV)
- Bass roll-off switch
- Mid-boost switch
- Impedance: 150 ohms
- Shielding against electromagnetic interference
- Swivel mount
- XLR connector
- Dimensions: 190 x 64 x 96 mm
- Weight: 766 g
- Includes switch cover plate and windscreen
- Suitable foam windscreen: Art.#263050#
- Suitable replacement pop-up windscreen: Art.#157230#
PROS
- • Excellent off-axis rejection minimizes room noise effectively
- • Durable all-metal construction feels incredibly robust and reliable
- • Bass roll-off switch tames low-frequency rumble brilliantly
- • Mid-boost provides vocal clarity and presence in dense mixes
CONS
- • Requires significant gain, often needing a high-quality preamp
- • Heavy build can be fatiguing during extended use
- • Cardioid pattern limits versatility for some recording situations
Product Video
Key Features
Mic Type
Dynamic
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Frequency Range
50 - 20,000 Hz
Max SPL
185 dB
Sensitivity
-59.0 dB (1.12 mV)
Connector
XLR
Weight
766 g
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Frequently Asked Questions
While it can, it's not ideal. The tailored frequency response favors vocals, and the need for a strong preamp can muddy acoustic instruments' natural tone.
It’s not as inherently 'warm' as a ribbon mic, but the mid-boost can add perceived warmth, though it's a different character – more focused and present.
The included windscreen helps, but a pop-up windscreen (Art. #157230) is highly recommended for truly pristine vocal recordings, especially in less-than-ideal acoustic spaces.
