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Shure SM7B
Best for: Broadcast-style vocals in untreated rooms
6.8/10
What we like
- Dynamic design rejects room noise
- Bass roll-off and presence boost switches
Watch out for
- Low -59 dBV/Pa sensitivity needs lots of preamp gain
- Heavy at 0.764 kg; needs a sturdy arm
- XLR only
Score breakdown
* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the category median so missing data neither helps nor hurts.
| Low-frequency limit | 50 Hz |
|---|---|
| High-frequency limit | 20 kHz |
| Max SPL | Not listed |
| Self-noise | Not listed |
| Connection options | 1 |
| Type | Cardioid dynamic |
| Sensitivity | -59 dBV/Pa (1.12 mV) |
| Switches | Bass roll-off and presence boost |
| Weight | 0.764 kg |
| Price | Check price |
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