Shure SM7dB Dynamic Vocal Microphone w/ Built-in Preamp

The Shure SM7dB is a reimagined classic – it retains the iconic sound you’ve loved for years, now enhanced with the convenience of a built-in preamp that provides all the extra gain you’ll ever need. This latest version of the legendary XLR dynamic microphone makes it simpler than ever for podcasters, streamers, and musicians to capture perfect vocals from any setup.

Equipped with a custom Shure-designed preamp, the SM7dB delivers up to +28 dB of gain, ensuring compatibility with any XLR interface. The preamp maintains the mic’s signature frequency response, preserving its renowned sound. All you need is an interface or mixer that provides +48V phantom power to activate the preamp. If you don’t need the extra gain, simply switch it to “bypass” mode for the original SM7B performance.

Say goodbye to concerns about your audio interface lacking the necessary gain for optimal results. The SM7dB eliminates the need for bulky in-line preamps and other accessories, guaranteeing the classic SM7 sound wherever you record. Its excellent rear rejection and precise cardioid pickup pattern isolate your voice from background noise, making it ideal for less-than-ideal recording environments. Whether you're miking loud sound sources like a guitar cab, using the +18dB setting or bypassing the preamp, or recording softer vocals with the full +28dB boost, the SM7dB adapts to your needs.

Shure’s engineers have worked meticulously to ensure the SM7dB retains the same iconic sound signature as the original SM7B. Whether you’re using the preamp or not, you’ll experience the same rich, detailed recordings, thanks to the dynamic cartridge and a frequency range of 50 to 20,000Hz. The SM7dB lets you hear every nuance, from the highs to the lows, for truly natural audio. Featuring a custom Shure-designed preamp with licensed Cloud technology, the SM7dB’s preamp has been specifically engineered to preserve the legendary SM7 sound, unchanged and untouched, ensuring its legacy endures for generations to come.

Features

• Selectable preamp boost of either +18dB or +28dB of extra gain
• Flat, wide-range frequency response for exceptionally clean
• Natural reproduction of both music and speech
• Preamp bypass switch deactivates the preamp to revert to original SM7B performance
• Bass roll-off and mid-range emphasis (presence boost) EQ controls
• Superior rejection of electromagnetic hum, optimised for shielding against broadband interference emitted by computer monitors
• Internal “air suspension” shock isolation virtually eliminates mechanical noise transmission
• Highly effective pop filter eliminates need for any add-on protection against explosive breath sounds, even for close-up vocals or narration
• Yoke mounting with captive stand nut for easy mounting and dismounting provides precise control of microphone position
• Classic cardioid polar pattern, uniform with frequency and symmetrical about axis, to provide maximum rejection and minimum coloration of off-axis sound
• Rugged construction and excellent cartridge protection for outstanding reliability
• Includes 1x SM7dB, 1x Close-Talk Windscreen, 1x 3/8” Thread Adaptor