Shure SM7B Review

Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone

212,638 reviews
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  • Detachable Windscreen
  • Bass Roll-Off and Midrange Controls
  • For Professional Voice-Over Applications
  • Dynamic, Cardioid Pickup Pattern

Introduction

In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 212,638 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Shure SM7B. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.

Ratings Based on Features

These results are a summary of user reviews of the Shure SM7B. For example, 95% of 103,176 users who have commented on the Sound quality of the Shure SM7B have given positive feedback.

95%
Sound quality
95% of users are satisfied, based on 103,176 reviews
89%
Value for money
89% of users are satisfied, based on 103,113 reviews
87%
Volume control
87% of users are satisfied, based on 41,222 reviews
97%
Quality of material
97% of users are satisfied, based on 20,837 reviews
95%
Accuracy
95% of users are satisfied, based on 20,690 reviews
92%
For gaming
92% of users are satisfied, based on 20,688 reviews
98%
Durability
98% of users are satisfied, based on 20,554 reviews
89%
Versatility
89% of users are satisfied, based on 20,491 reviews
79%
For beginners
79% of users are satisfied, based on 20,487 reviews
96%
Sheerness
96% of users are satisfied, based on 10,371 reviews
100%
Style
100% of users are satisfied, based on 10,259 reviews
90%
Easy to use
90% of users are satisfied, based on 10,212 reviews
96%
Noise cancellation
96% of users are satisfied, based on 10,194 reviews
Average Rating (212,638 ratings)
96%
Amazon.com ( 10,558 ratings )
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Amazon.fr ( 10,373 ratings )
96%
Amazon.co.uk ( 10,371 ratings )
96%
Amazon.es ( 10,356 ratings )
94%
Amazon.de ( 10,317 ratings )
96%
Amazon.sa ( 10,308 ratings )
96%
Amazon.ca ( 10,279 ratings )
94%
Amazon.co.jp ( 10,275 ratings )
94%
Amazon.it ( 10,259 ratings )
94%
Amazon.pl ( 10,252 ratings )
96%
Amazon.ae ( 10,242 ratings )
96%
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96%
Amazon.com.mx ( 10,212 ratings )
96%
Amazon.com.tr ( 10,201 ratings )
96%
Amazon.in ( 10,194 ratings )
96%
Amazon.com.au ( 10,194 ratings )
96%
Amazon.sg ( 10,190 ratings )
96%
Amazon.nl ( 10,189 ratings )
96%
Amazon.se ( 10,189 ratings )
96%
Amazon.com.br ( 10,185 ratings )
96%
Amazon.cn ( 5,599 ratings )
98%
Guitar Center ( 482 ratings )
100%
B&H Photo Video ( 414 ratings )
99%
Musicians Friend ( 408 ratings )
100%
SweetWater ( 226 ratings )
100%
Reverb ( 75 ratings )
97%
Zzounds ( 25 ratings )
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Adorama ( 23 ratings )
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Highlighted Customer Reviews

Showing 101 to 120 of 247 Reviews

Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone

May 28, 2020

Reviewed by Holly H. on Reverb

Great mic, using it mostly for vocals (female) and I've finally found something that compliments my voice and leaves me very little work to do in post. With and without foam wields different, and equally pleasing results too

High End mic worth every penny

Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone

Nov 15, 2017

Reviewed by Robert on Guitar Center

Is it expensive? Yes but it's worth every dollar. Absolutely great microphone. It has a great sound and will meet all your needs. Remember to purchase a cloud or similar DB amplifier. If you don't you'll never get the volume you desire.

Great Mic

Shure SM7B Dynamic Vocal Microphone and Broadcast Arm Kit Review

Shure SM7B Dynamic Vocal Microphone and Broadcast Arm Kit

Oct 19, 2021

Reviewed by Matthew on B&H Photo Video

Great mic! Needs a fair amount of gain, but as long as you know that going in, it really does a wonderful job. (If you have a 2i2 or something, you might want a passive gain stage.) The arm is pretty good too! Nice and sturdy.

Awesome...

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone

Mar 10, 2017

Reviewed on B&H Photo Video

Everything I needed for one exceptional price. All arrived in great packaging and in excellent working condition. I was so impressed with the fast service, shipping. Great job BHphotovideo...

I would recommend this product to any one.

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone

Dec 13, 2016

Reviewed by Jose on B&H Photo Video

I like it alot, very good quality. Doesn't pick that much room noise or outside noise. Very good investment.

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Great mic but it needs more

Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone

Aug 29, 2019

Reviewed by Elyot on Guitar Center

It should be advertised that a phantom power source such as a cloudlifter is necessary. I am using a good pre-amp but the signal to noise ratio is very bad. I am having to use a gate and SIX notch filters to cancel out the noise after eliminating all other possible sources for the noise.

Great Sound Taylor Swift used this in her reputation album

Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone

Sep 22, 2019

Reviewed by AK on Guitar Center

I love this, I use it on every vocal take I have done recently and many other use it too. I use it with my cloud lifter and it is just wonderful. Its not that expensive so it will save you some money. People like Taylor Swift, Andrew Huang and MJ used this mic.

Even If You Have Nothing To say

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone

May 3, 2020

Reviewed by Ronald on B&H Photo Video

This mic is a workhorse and worth the money. I use it to record spoken word, singing and instruments. I'm very impressed with the build and sound quality. The Cloudlifter really helps. You'll need it.

No brained

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone

Aug 8, 2020

Reviewed by Eastside on B&H Photo Video

This mic has been used on some of the most iconic records out there, it works wonderfully in podcast situations, as well as recording live and studio. It's incredible for churches who are now adjusting to recorded worship scenarios.

Great mic with one minor flaw

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone

Dec 17, 2022

Reviewed by Jared on B&H Photo Video

Using this mic almost daily. It's been a great improvement over my previous setup. The only complaint is you'll need a pre-amp that is capable of boosting the output of this mic. The Focusrite devices here on B&H don't quite have enough gain to do so.

A world of difference!

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone

Mar 9, 2021

Reviewed by Kevin on B&H Photo Video

I had been using an SM57 microphone for voice until I could save my lunch money to get the SM7B/Cloudlifter kit. Once it arrived, I immediately installed it and noticed an improved difference in the way my voice sounds. I am definitely glad that I have this kit.

The best investment

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone

Aug 5, 2020

Reviewed by Nene on B&H Photo Video

Spend your money wisely friends. This is definitely worth the money. I am a beginner who love the best of everything. And this is definitely what I've been looking for. Save your money and buy this mic.

Great Microphine that has stood the test of time

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone

Mar 8, 2021

Reviewed by Jed on B&H Photo Video

Nice rich sound, versatile settings. Remember! Use this microphone with a Cloudlifter CL-1 and adjust your inputs for phantom power, otherwise, theses microphones will not work optimally or at all. Great product with a lot of history and a look that makes your studio look real professional. :-)

Everything i was expecting

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone

Jun 7, 2020

Reviewed by David on B&H Photo Video

The microphone itself is excellent, everything I was expecting based on reviews and research. It seems I was lucky to find this available at the time of my purchase. As well as having it in stock, The shipment came quickly and in great condition. Thanks again B+H.

Clear and responsive

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone

Sep 10, 2020

Reviewed by Kyle on B&H Photo Video

It's a great mic! You'll need the cloudlifter cl-1 but one you have it, It's going to be an amazing mic. There's a reason famous podcasters and famous musicians still will use this $400 microphone. It's a great sound.

Amazing. (but probably an overkill)

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone

Oct 18, 2021

Reviewed by Shai on B&H Photo Video

I bought this for my podcast recording needs. It sounds amazing with an untreated room, absolutely no ambient noise. It's probably. more than what you need, but you won't be disappointed at all. if you get it.

The best broadcast set up out there

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone

May 3, 2020

Reviewed by Tristan on B&H Photo Video

I love the sound of the SM7B (with the close-talk windscreen) and the Cloudlifter - although you need the Cloudlifter if you have a low noise studio and a nice pre amp. More natural tone than you get from other similarly priced broadcast mics.

Works Perfectly

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone

May 13, 2020

Reviewed by James on B&H Photo Video

Obviously when paying this much money for your mic, you are getting something that is top of the line. This definitely lives up to that standard, and works perfectly for my stream! Only can say great things about the quality and the look!

The standard as advertised!

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone

May 18, 2021

Reviewed by Mark on B&H Photo Video

The Shure SM7B is the standard as advertised. It may be the most versatile microphone in its price range. Novice and pro will get what they need from this product - a quality mic that lasts. As with most dynamic mics, pairing the SM7B with a powerful mic preamp or inline gain booster is recommended.

It's the legend

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone Review

Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone

Nov 15, 2021

Reviewed by Richard on B&H Photo Video

What else can we say that hasn't been said? It's the legendary microphone, and you'll absolutely love it. If you're worried about the price, there are alternatives that come close for less, but if you have to have it, you're probably not reading reviews anyway!

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