Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone

Key Features

• Flat, wide-range frequency response from 50 Hz to 20 kHz
• Bass rolloff and mid-range presence boost controls, with a graphic display of the selected setting
• Cardioid pickup pattern, uniform across frequency and symmetrical about the axis
• Shielding that improves rejection of electromagnetic hum from computer monitors
• Air suspension shock isolation that reduces mechanical noise
• Built-in pop filter for plosives and breath sounds, including close-up vocals
• Detachable A7WS close-talk windscreen
• Yoke mount with captive stand nut, and replacement cartridge RPM106

Frequency Response and Controls

The response is flat and wide-ranging, which reproduces music and speech naturally. The bass rolloff and presence boost controls shape the response, and a graphic display shows the chosen setting.

Plosives, Breath and Handling

The air suspension and built-in pop filter reduce mechanical noise and breath sounds. The detachable close-talk windscreen reduces plosives and adds warmth to close-talk recordings.

Preamp Gain Requirement

Check that the audio interface can supply +60 dB of gain before connecting the SM7B. If it cannot, the SM7dB has a built-in preamp and may be the better option.