Shure SM7dB Dynamic Vocal Microphone with Built-in Preamp The Legendary Vocal Sound with Integrated Active Circuitry

The Shure SM7dB offers the same iconic, smooth, and warm vocal tone that has made the SM7B a staple in professional studios and broadcast booths for decades—now enhanced with a built-in, Shure-designed preamp. This integrated active circuitry provides the extra gain necessary to work with any XLR interface, eliminating the need for external inline boosters. Whether you are a podcaster, streamer, or recording artist, the SM7dB ensures your voice is captured with the depth and clarity that defined the modern audio landscape.

Key Performance Features

• Built-in Active Preamp: Delivers up to +28 dB of clean, transparent gain, allowing the microphone to perform optimally with any audio interface or mixer.

• Selectable Gain Levels: Features a switch to choose between +18 dB or +28 dB of additional gain, or a bypass mode to function as a traditional SM7B.

• Iconic Sound Signature: Maintains the flat, wide-range frequency response that captures the natural beauty of both music and speech.

• Excellent Electromagnetic Shielding: Optimized to defeat broadband hum from computer monitors and other studio equipment.

• Internal Air Suspension Shock Isolation: Virtually eliminates the transmission of mechanical noise and vibration.

• Classic Cardioid Pattern: Provides maximum rejection of off-axis sound, ensuring your voice remains isolated even in untreated rooms.

Simplified Workflow for Every Creator

The SM7dB simplifies your signal chain while providing professional-grade results. It is the definitive choice for:

• Podcasting and Streaming: Get the professional "broadcast" sound without worrying if your interface has enough gain to drive the microphone.

• Vocal Recording: Ideal for everything from intimate spoken word to aggressive rock vocals, handling high SPL with ease.

• Home Studios: Reduces the complexity and cost of your setup by removing the requirement for external preamps or signal boosters.

• Content Creation: The sleek, all-black aesthetic and integrated swivel mount make it perfect for on-camera appearances.

Technical Specifications Feature Details Microphone Type Dynamic (Moving Coil) Polar Pattern Cardioid Preamplifier Gain +18 dB, +28 dB, or Bypass (Passive) Frequency Response 50 to 20,000 Hz Power Requirements +48V Phantom Power (required for preamp mode) Output Impedance 150 ohms in bypass; 27 ohms in preamp mode