Shure SM7dB Review: A Much-Needed Update to an All-Time Classic Microphone

The Shure SM7dB is a simple upgrade to the well-loved SM7b that adds a built-in preamp, making it an even better mic.
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The Shure SM7dB builds a preamp into the already great SM7b, making for one less thing you need to worry about before recording. This doesn't change the original mic, but simply augments it with a few extra features.

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The SM7B dynamic microphone has a smooth flat wide-range frequency response appropriate for music and speech in all professional audio applications. It features excellent shielding against electromagnetic hum generated by computer monitors neon lights and other electrical devices. The SM7B has been updated from earlier models with an improved bracket design that offers greater stability. In addition to its standard windscreen it also includes the A7WS windscreen for close-talk applications.