Building upon the legacy of its predecessor, the Shure SM7B, the Shure SM7dB takes everything great about the SM7B and only makes it better. Rather than having to use a cloudlifter or similar unit to boost the SM7B's notoriously low-signal output, the SM7B has a built-in preamp system to give you the boost in signal you may need! Our SM7dB includes a box, but does not include an XLR cable.

From Shure:

Built-in Preamp. Built on Legacy.

The SM7dB is a dynamic vocal microphone with built-in preamp providing up to +28 dB of low-noise, flat, transparent gain ideal for almost any interface and simplified audio chains.

• Selectable preamp boost of either +18dB or +28dB of extra gain
• Flat, wide-range frequency response for exceptionally clean and 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, optimized 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