Shure · Desktop

Shure SM7B

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Mic Type	Dynamic
Form Factor	Desktop
Connection	XLR
Works With	Computer, Mixer, Recorder
Polar Pattern	Cardioid
Phantom Power Required	No
Needs Audio Interface	Yes
Sound Quality Score	10
Noise Rejection Score	10
Ease Of Use Score	4
Max Spl Db	180
Weight Grams	837
Experience Level	Advanced, Professional
Primary Use Cases	Podcasting, Voiceover, Streaming, Music

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What's good

Broadcast-standard vocal tone
Superb room-noise rejection
Effectively indestructible

Trade-offs

Needs a high-gain interface or inline preamp
Heavy — requires a sturdy boom arm
No USB option

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