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Shure · Microphones

Shure SM7B Dynamic XLR

9.5/10

The dynamic mic the entire podcasting world settled on. XLR-only, low-output (you'll need a pre-amp), and immune to the desk-thump everything else suffers from.

$379$399

Our Review

GearScout Score

9.5/10

9.5

Performance

9.7

Build

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Comfort

8.5

Value

Our Verdict

The dynamic mic the entire podcasting world settled on. XLR-only, low-output (you'll need a pre-amp), and immune to the desk-thump everything else suffers from.

Pros

    Cons

      Alex Chen

      Peripherals Editor • 5+ years experience

      5/25/2026

      15 min read

      Key Features

      Dynamic
      XLR
      Broadcast standard
      Built-in pop shield

      Specifications

      typeDynamic
      weightGrams765
      connectivityXLR
      polarPatternCardioid
      requiresPreamp
      requiresInterface
      frequencyResponseHz50-20000
      gainAdditionalDbRecommended60

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