SM7dB Dynamic Vocal Microphone w/Built-In Preamp for Streaming, Podcast, and Recording, Wide-Range Frequency, Warm and Smooth Sound, Rugged Construction, Detachable Windscreen - Black

Shure SM7dB I’ve been using the SM7dB for just over a year now, mainly for content creation & voice calls. It’s easily the best microphone I’ve owned. I’ve used other dynamic mics in the past and always had to rely on a Cloudlifter or crank my interface gain way up. The SM7B also struggles with really getting that volume out which is why the SM7dB is a great stepup with the built-in preamp. I no longer need to source a cloudlifter and can simplify my setup. The sound is smooth, full, and very forgiving. It does a great job at removing background noise. However, I have to add that the microphone (as with any) will need treatment. It sounds a little muddy out of the box but after some EQ and room treatment the sound is phenomenal. So, if you're hoping to purchase this microphone and have it be amazing out of the box, I'd highly consider doing some research beforehand. The onboard gain switch is simple but effective, and I like that I can turn it off if I ever want to use an external preamp. Even if you don't feel you need the preamp - I'd still recommend taking the SM7dB over the SM7B just so that you always have that option available to you. As always with Shure, the build quality is amazing. The microphone looks minimalistic and the materials it is built out of give it a solid, heavy feel to it. Personally, I like to feel a solid microphone when moving a boom arm rather than something light, or even plastic. Yes, it’s expensive, and it's definitely more of a luxury purchase than a need. There's definitely both dynamic and condense microphones out there that will perform just as well for a cheaper price tag. However, if you're fond of content creation, professionalism or you have the budget to spend - I would recommend the SM7dB all day. It's a great microphone and it's really versatile. I've had no issues with it.

Best podcasting speaker out there, it’s expensive but it packs a punch. Easy to set up with a XLR interface and produces a brilliant clear sounding representation of your voice. Definitely recommend this if your into the best for studio/podcasting/streaming work

This mic is really amazing. The sound quality is fantastic and smooth. You get what you pay for. I bought two, and use them for podcasting and interviews. Many people tend to get them because they look good on video, but I just use audio so went primarily on the sound quality. I also recommend you get these over the SM7B, as they have the built in phantom power gain switch, which is worth it as opposed to buying additional products to get that 48V of power. So far, I've tested the mic on my Rodecastor Pro II and Zoom F3, and the sound is really amazing. I would recommend you get it. For podcasting this is the creme de la creme of mics. If you are looking for a cheaper alternative, I've recommend the Shure SM57 with the special mic head to reduce plosives. It will give you a similar aound, but not quite the same. You can also go for the sE Electronics V7 MK edition. Both these cheaper alternatives will do a great job, but in terms of sound quality and build quality for podcasting or Vlogging, the SM7DB really is the emperor of mics.

Best microphone I’ve ever had ! I have bassy voice and most mics which I used where kinda struggling with it but this mic works so well I just love it 🔥

If you're wondering if this mic still requires a tonne of gain. yes, it really does. However, in most cases you'll be able to achieve this through your interface alone, so long as the preamps are quiet enough. I've tested this on the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2, Elgato Wave, and SSL2. Both the Focusrite and Scarlett were far too noisy even with the built-in preamp and signal noise came through before normal conversational volume was achieved. The SSL2 was a perfect interface to avoid this problem. The mic is nearly identical to the original but slightly longer and with arguably a better interface at the back that doesn't require additional tools. the build quality is fantastic as expected from Shure and even with a lot of handling it shows no signs of wear and tear. If you've got a SM7B with an external preamp then this isn't a game changer (though your interface might be) but it will simplify you're setup/cables which do make life a little easier

There’s a reason why this is the best mic on the market.

So I bought this mic for use in Podcasting. I hooked it up to my zoom H5 with phantom power on for the preamp. I quickly realised that I was having to turn the input level up to 6, which was raising the noise floor of the preamp to audible levels which is not good. I went to check if the preamp was engaged and it was. How could this be the amplified version if the signal is still so weak. I thought I’d try my Sontronics podcast mic which was only like £120 or something, and I put a FET head on top to increase the volume and had a listen. It was 10 X louder allowing me to turn down the input level and therefore vastly reduce the input level on my Zoom H5. So I sent the Sure SM7db back quickly the next day. I wanted the Sure, heck Michael Jackson used it on the Thriller album, but given the poor performance coupled with being outperformed by a mic less than a third of the price or less than half if you include the price of the Fethead, I just couldn’t justify keeping if. I’d advise people to look into a Sontronics or Rode podcast mic and use a Fethead - I’m pretty sure you’ll get better results

Pricey to good

Si estás dudando entre el SM7B clásico y este nuevo SM7dB, te voy a ahorrar tiempo: ve a por este. Como usuario, la diferencia en comodidad es abismal. 🔊 El gran cambio: Ganancia integrada Lo mejor de este micrófono es que soluciona el eterno problema del modelo anterior. Ya no necesitas comprar un Cloudlifter ni ningún activador de señal extra. Trae un preamplificador integrado que te da ese empujón de ganancia necesario. Lo he conectado directo a mi interfaz y suena con volumen de sobra y sin ese molesto ruido de fondo (hiss) que aparecía antes si subías mucho la ganancia. 🎛️ Diseño mejorado: Un detalle que parece pequeño pero se agradece muchísimo: los botones de configuración traseros. En el modelo antiguo necesitabas un destornillador o algo punzante para cambiar la configuración. En este, son interruptores reales que puedes cambiar con el dedo en un segundo. Mucho más práctico. 🎙️ Sonido Mantiene esa firma de sonido "de radio" clásica de Shure: cálido, profundo y muy profesional. Además, el rechazo al ruido ambiente es excelente; si no tienes una habitación tratada acústicamente, este micro te perdona muchos ecos. En general un micrófono que vale la pena

Good mic. Lil noisy but can work around it. Got it used and works perfectly

Night and day improvement over my previous setup I upgraded to the SM7DB from a BLUE Yeti Pro, and the difference is absolutely remarkable. This isn't just a minor improvement - it's a complete transformation in vocal quality that justifies every penny of the investment. Audio Quality - Outstanding: The vocals are significantly clearer and louder with much less boost required compared to my previous USB microphone setup. The SM7DB captures voice with a richness and presence that the Yeti Pro simply couldn't match. There's a professional warmth and clarity that immediately elevates any recording. Gain Efficiency: One of the most noticeable improvements is how much less gain staging I need. With the Yeti Pro, I was constantly fighting to get adequate levels without introducing noise. The SM7DB delivers strong, clean signal that requires minimal boost, making the entire recording process smoother and more predictable. Build Quality & Design: Classic Shure construction - this microphone feels like it could survive decades of use. The weight and materials give you confidence that you're holding professional-grade equipment. The internal shock mounting effectively isolates handling noise, and the built-in pop filter works excellently. Setup Integration: Works seamlessly with my audio interface setup. The XLR connection provides the professional flexibility that USB microphones simply can't match, allowing for better signal chain control and room for future upgrades. Upgrade Perspective: Coming from a well-regarded hybrid microphone like the Yeti Pro (which offers both USB and XLR connectivity), I wasn't sure the improvement would be dramatic enough to justify the cost. I was completely wrong - the difference is immediately apparent to both the person recording and anyone listening to the output. Bottom Line: If you're considering stepping up from hybrid USB/XLR microphones to dedicated professional XLR equipment, the SM7DB delivers everything you hope for and more. The vocal clarity and reduced gain requirements alone make this a game-changing upgrade. Perfect for: Content creators, podcasters, and home studio enthusiasts ready to move from hybrid microphones to dedicated professional-grade vocal recording equipment.

Podcast industry standard for a reason. If you are just chatting or want a solid mid grade mic that is good enough to record songs on this is a good pick. If you have the money there are better mics on the market for the purpose of song and instrumental recording such as a Neumann. Just be ready to shell out four digits per mic for those. Those of us that want a good general use mic that we will most likely not outgrow get the SM7(dB). You WILL have to buy extra stuff to make this mic work, and WILL NEED to spend time setting the mic up. It is not plug and play. You can slap everything together needed and just go with it, but you will sound bad. Search online for how to set the mic and your XLR amp up properly. The SM7dB is the upgraded version of the the series and I bought it over the normal SM7 because it takes into account customer feedback about the older version. If you want to save some money the normal SM7 just needs a good dial tunable XLR amp and some decent audio software to make up for its shortcomings. The money you save getting the baseline SM7 over the SM7dB will allow you to buy a decent XLR amp if budget is a concern. So the choice over the SM7 or the SM7dB is budget vs personal preference. Things you will need to run this mic: -Mic stand or boom arm -Special adapter to fit the mic to the stand or boom properly if needed -XLR amp -XLR cable (do not be cheap) -High quality USB-C to USB-A cable or USB-C only cable to connect the XLR amp to your PC -Recording software of choice (freeware works fine) -Fine tuning of operating software settings to match the mic My setup with the SM7dB and everything mentioned above totaled about $900 USD all said and done. You can save a couple hundred by picking the SM7, a cheaper XLR amp, and a lower price boom/stand than I did, but this should give you a rough idea what the true cost of this mic will be. Keep in mind this is still below what it cost for just a Neumann TLM 103 mic with nothing to run it, and that mic is what professional radio and recording studios have considered industry standard for over 25 years. So if you aren't doing professional singing and want to be able to run the whole setup for less than what the cost of a Broadway quality mic alone is, get the SM7(dB).

Tenía dudas de pedirlo por las reviews donde dicen que el micrófono no sirve. Grabé desde que lo saqué de la caja hasta que lo comencé a probar. Por algunos problemas de configuración en mi interfaz, no escuchaba el micrófono y pensé que no servía, pero revisando todas las posibles causas, encontré que el problema no era del micrófono,@9 solucioné y la verdad quedo encantado con la calidad del mismo. Vino en caja original, todo es original. Recuerden que como cuenta con un preamp integrado, no deben desconectar el cable XLR del micrófono mientras la interfaz está encendida o podrían hechar a perder su micrófono.