sm7db
ShureReleased Nov 2023 · Analysis updated Mar 2026
Dynamic microphone with built-in preamp delivering excellent speech clarity and ample headroom in a sturdy iconic design. The Shure sm7db scores 84/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the external microphones category. Coverage includes reviews from Musicradar, Soundonsound, Tapeop, and Thepodcasthost.
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- High price(3)
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4 Expert Reviews
Iconic speech and vocal mic gets a welcome boost.
If you love the sound of the SM7B but wish its output was a little hotter, the SM7dB is for you!
The Shure SM7dB is a versatile dynamic microphone with a built-in preamp that offers 18 or 28 dB of gain boost, making it ideal for both loud and quiet sources.
The Shure SM7db is a premium dynamic microphone with a built-in preamp that delivers excellent sound quality but comes at a high price point.
