Shure SM7B Review
Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
- Detachable Windscreen
- Bass Roll-Off and Midrange Controls
- For Professional Voice-Over Applications
- Dynamic, Cardioid Pickup Pattern
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 212,638 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Shure SM7B. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.
Ratings Based on Features
These results are a summary of user reviews of the Shure SM7B. For example, 95% of 103,176 users who have commented on the Sound quality of the Shure SM7B have given positive feedback.
Highlighted Customer Reviews
Showing 61 to 80 of 247 Reviews
Voice over gone Pro
Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Bernice on B&H Photo Video
I replaced my MXL770 with the Sm7b with the cloud lifter and now my voice booth is useless. I can just sit there behind my desk and record podcasts and voice overs. It pick up no sound apart from my voice. I am extremely happy with this microphone.
Its reputation is well-deserved
Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Carter C. on Reverb
There's a reason everyone says the the SM7B is great: it's true. It gives voices a rich, smooth quality that you won't get with a condenser. I'm using it with a Cloudlifter for video--it can be out of the shot a couple of feet away from the person talking and still sound great--without picking up every sound in the room and every little mouth click. In fact some distance is often a good idea because it does have a bit of proximity effect.
Your entry level-pro mic.
Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Zw B. on Reverb
The Shure SM7B seems to be everybody's gateway into the professional mic world - and for good reason. What makes it so incredible is that you have to go really, really, really far past the SM7B's $400 price point before you find something that can even compete with it. It's got a solid response and the sound of a mic three times it's price. It's a worthy entry to an established mic locker or an excellent start to one.
Love it.
Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Logan on Guitar Center
I use my mic for gigs, for performing at church on Sunday, recording at home, and if I want a fuller sound in my recordings I'll mic my guitar cab. It's pricy, but it is well worth it.
End Game Microphone
Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Deion G. on Reverb
This has to be the end game microphone for me, it has the dynamic microphone where it doesn't pick up any surrounding audio around me at all and it's super clear for recording my guitar amp whenever I play a song I want to record. Overall, it is an expensive beast but a beat nonetheless if you have the money for it. 10/10 would get this microphone again. This is probably the last microphone I'll ever have to buy.
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Wow!
Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Scrandy on B&H Photo Video
We are doing voiceovers for a project from our local museum. This microphone is phenomenal! Plosives minimized. A sound that is close to the one you hear in your head -- not the tinny one that makes you say, I hate the way I sound. Great mic. And the price is so right!
Utilitarian Beauty
Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Terrence A. on Reverb
This is a superbly flexible microphone. High-SPL ratings make it comfortable in front of a kick, roaring guitar or bass amp, or high-powered vocal. It has a warm, thick low-end that really complements my Telecaster-AC30, with enough silky midrange and high-end to bring out the best in my baritone vocals. It's like an SM57 grew up aware of the patriarchal message of its ancestors, and decided instead to be inclusive and open-minded.
Outstanding Studio Mic
Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Tom on B&H Photo Video
I've been revamping my sound booth and without a doubt this mic was the way to go. The tech hasn't changed in decades...for good reason. The vocals are extremely good and what I wanted most was to eliminate any ambient sounds. This mic almost completely eliminated everything, even before sound proofing. I highly recommend this piece of tech for anyone needing superior vocals for podcasts or general voice work. Extremely happy with my purchase.
A top notch vocal mic
Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Tanegashima452 on B&H Photo Video
This mic already reduces most of the background noise on its own, however, that means you'd need to crank up the gain pretty high if you don't talk loud enough, but, get a Cloud CL-1 and your problem is solved. I have virtually no complaints about this mic, it's just great. Worth every penny.
Amazing microphone
Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Jonathan on B&H Photo Video
Purchased this microphone to be able to record music for our church livestream and it works incredibly well! Such a helpful mic for recording that gives lots of clean gain that comes out so well in any recording. Also has adjustable features for rolling off bass or boosting presence. Highly recommend them - get one!
Great Dynamic mic
Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Julio on B&H Photo Video
I noticed a lot of podcasters and radio personalities use this mic, not to mention all the acclaims of notable musicians but I was still a little skeptical of it would sound sound much better than the Heil PR-40. I'm not really an audiophile but I loved how my voice recording sounded compared to the Heil PR4. It is definitely a great dynamic mic.
Lovely sounding mic and great package
Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Matt on B&H Photo Video
I use this setup for voice overs and it is working wonderfully. I did have to buy a Focusrite Saffire Pro 24 to boost the signal, but with that added, it's amazing.
The Best Period.
Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Adam the Ant on B&H Photo Video
Absolutely high fidelity voice recording. B&H provided the best deal for this necessary recording equipment.
THE setup to get
Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Brad on B&H Photo Video
If you're doing voice work, this is what you want. Hands down. Podcasts, singing, voiceovers... this is the kit.
Love this mic
Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Izzy on B&H Photo Video
I've gone through a lot of different mics, and this is by far the best. I work in a home studio, and send my vocals to my producer. This mic provides the cleanest form of vocals I could possibly ask for. It makes collaborations much easier.
Incredible. (w/ User tips)
Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Jesse on B&H Photo Video
Read the manual to adjust buttons on the back of the physical mic to clean up low ends. Also would recommend the Cloudlifter as if you use this mic with a cheaper/average preamp you will have to really crank it to get decent levels. Cloudlifter adds like 49 dB of range, so definitely worth it. Love this mic just a few tips for the serious user.
RAVI !
Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Akim O. on Reverb
Le produit que j'ai reçu était conforme à mes attentes. Un micro détails m'a embêté et le vendeur a tout mis en oeuvre pour y remédier malgré la période compliquée. J'aimerai que toutes les transactions aient lieu avec des gens aussi bienveillants et honnêtes ! Je recommande fortement ce vendeur du coup.
Bought used — works great
Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Reviewed by Jon J. on Reverb
I am updating some gear, and this is a wonderful addition — all of the reviews mentioned using a mic activator (Cloud), which I also picked up — great tips The difference between this mic and the one it replaced was an order of magnitude.
Great for at home voice over w
Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Mark on B&H Photo Video
I'm a voice over actor and was previously using a usb condenser microphone for at home recording. I don't have the best sound proofing so decided to pick up a Dynamic mic and the Shure SM7B was the most recommended. It's been great as I don't have to fix as much in post with room tone and sounds coming from other rooms
Well built, but audio quality wasn't appropriate for my application
Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Nicholas on B&H Photo Video
I really wanted to love this mic. I paired it with a Fethead which worked extremely well, but my issue was with the tone of the mic. It sounded decent, but nomatter what I tried, it sounded muddy. Even though I was right up on the mic. For my application, which is spoken word, it didn't give me the clarity that I had hoped for. It's a beautiful mic, but just not right for me.
