{"product_id":"shure-sm7db-dynamic-vocal-microphone-with-built-in-preamp","title":"Shure SM7dB Dynamic Vocal Microphone with Built-In Preamp","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Shure SM7dB is a dynamic XLR vocal microphone with an integrated active preamp for podcasting, streaming, broadcast work, voice-over, and studio recording. It addresses the low-output gain demands often associated with broadcast-style dynamic microphones by providing selectable onboard gain. This helps simplify a recording chain when using an interface or mixer with limited microphone preamp gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts cardioid pickup pattern focuses on the source in front of the microphone while reducing pickup from the sides and rear. Internal air-suspension shock isolation helps reduce mechanical vibration and handling noise. The close-talk design and included foam windscreens also help manage breath noise during spoken-word and vocal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SM7dB uses a moving-coil dynamic cartridge with a 50 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response. Its response is designed for clear, natural reproduction of speech and music, with a full vocal character suited to close-miked recording. Rear-panel bass roll-off and mid-range presence controls allow practical tonal adjustments at the microphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Shure-designed active preamp provides selectable +18 dB or +28 dB gain, with a bypass mode for passive operation. The active preamp requires 48 V phantom power from a compatible XLR audio interface or mixer. When bypassed, the microphone can operate without phantom power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SM7dB fits into professional XLR-based recording systems rather than connecting directly by USB. It can be paired with an interface, mixer, recorder, or XLR adapter that provides an appropriate microphone input, and 48 V phantom power when onboard gain is desired. Its yoke mount and included thread adapter support placement on compatible microphone stands or boom arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Active Preamp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select +18 dB or +28 dB of onboard gain for compatible XLR systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamp Bypass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Disables the active circuit for passive SM7B-style operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCardioid Pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focuses pickup on the source while reducing off-axis sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear EQ Switches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bass roll-off and presence boost help tailor microphone tone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir Suspension Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps reduce transmitted handling and stand vibration noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectromagnetic Shielding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps reduce hum and broadband interference around recording equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SM7dB has a black enamel aluminum and steel housing with a black foam windscreen. Its rugged body incorporates electromagnetic shielding, internal shock isolation, and a yoke mount with a captive stand nut. The package includes both standard and close-talk foam windscreens for different recording approaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConnect the microphone to a balanced, microphone-level XLR input on an interface or mixer. Enable 48 V phantom power only when using the built-in preamp, then select bypass, +18 dB, or +28 dB before setting the input level on the connected device. For close speech recording, position the microphone directly in front of the source at roughly 1 to 6 inches away and use a compatible stand or boom arm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45669117362246,"sku":"SM7DB","price":549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0048\/4163\/5910\/files\/71rc7orkNbL.jpg?v=1784478565","url":"https:\/\/audiowatt.store\/products\/shure-sm7db-dynamic-vocal-microphone-with-built-in-preamp","provider":"Audio Watt Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}