Shure SM7dB

Shure SM7dB takes the exact broadcast-standard dynamic capsule, internal air-suspension shock mount, and electromagnetic hum shielding of the iconic SM7B and integrates a switchable +18 dB or +28 dB phantom-powered preamp—driving any budget USB audio interface cleanly without external boosters. Engineered by Shure Inc. (XLR Broadcast Dynamic Microphone with Built-in +18/+28 dB Cloudlifter Preamp) at a reference MSRP of $499, Shure SM7dB pairs Cardioid Dynamic Cartridge (50 Hz–20 kHz) + Custom Shure Class-A Preamp with Built-in +18dB / +28dB Clean Gain Switch Solves SM7B's Low-Output Need and 48V Phantom Power (Preamp Active) or Passive Dynamic Bypass. It is purpose-built for flagship podcasters, youtubers, vocalists, and executives building a permanent studio desk, with key strengths including unmistakable velvety broadcast radio warmth and plosive rejection in untreated rooms; built-in +18/+28 db preamp eliminates $150 external cloudlifter boxes and extra xlr cables.