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