Microphones / Compare
Elgato Wave DX vs Shure SM7B
Product A: Elgato
29 of 61 known
Product B: Shure
28 of 61 known
19 of 53 fields differ
- 11 different values
- 8 known for one only
- 9 the same
- 25 missing for both
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AElgato: 53 × 53 mm
- BShure: 97.4 × 149.2 mm
Weight
0 to 1,000 g
Microphone weight
A440g
B765.4g
All 61 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
10MAH9901, 10MAH9901-WH23007, 10MAH9901-DM2502, 10MAH9901-PI23006, 10MAH9901-BL2501, 10MAH9901-PU2501, 10MAH9901-GR25011Maker product pageelgato.com/us/en/p/wave-dx-dynamic-microphoneRead 15 October 2026SKU 10MAH9901 is the black model in the Tech Specs and in the page data. The page data gives one SKU per colour: 10MAH9901-WH23007 White, 10MAH9901-DM2502 DOOM, 10MAH9901-PI23006 Pink Petal, 10MAH9901-BL2501 Glacier Ice, 10MAH9901-PU2501 Wild Lavender and 10MAH9901-GR2501 Forest Green. No retailer listing of the colour SKUs was found.
GTIN / EAN
8400066629908Retailer pageshop.cisilion.com/elgato-wave-dx-black-pc-microphone-10mah9901.htmlRead 15 October 2026EAN 0840006662990 for 10MAH9901 black. The Elgato page data carries 10840006662997, a GTIN-14 with a leading 1 that is not the retail barcode.9Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0B8GRCXB6Read 15 October 2026Amazon US product details list UPC 840006662990. The page also prints an item weight of 407 g, which is not used.
Announced
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Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
€119.995Reviewigorslab.de/en/elgato-wave-dx-im-test-xlr-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Igor's Lab (Germany), 2022-10-01: price tag of 119.99 EUR, offered separately at 119.99 EUR. The tax treatment is not stated. German recommended prices include VAT.10Press articletuttotech.netRead 15 October 2026Italian launch article: available at the recommended price of 119.99 euro. The tax treatment is not stated.
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Markets
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Colours
Black, White, DOOM, Pink Petal, Glacier Ice, Wild Lavender, Forest Green1Maker product pageelgato.com/us/en/p/wave-dx-dynamic-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Colour swatches on the page: Black, White, DOOM, Pink Petal, Glacier Ice, Wild Lavender, Forest Green.
Microphone type
Dynamic1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026Page data transducer type: dynamic.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content-files.shure.com/Pubs/SM7B/sm7b-specification-sheet-english.pdfRead 15 October 20263Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/guide/SM7B/en-USRead 15 October 2026Specifications: type dynamic (moving coil).
Capsule and pickup
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Capsule size
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Capsules
Polar patterns
Address type
End address1Maker product pageelgato.com/us/en/p/wave-dx-dynamic-microphoneRead 15 October 2026FAQ: speak into the top of the mic, not the side. Wave DX is a top-address microphone that captures the voice from the end of the grille.2Owner's manualelgato.com/explorer/products/wave/elgato-wave-dx-quick-start-guideRead 15 October 2026Using Wave DX: speak into the end of Wave DX at about 8-12 cm.6Reviewtomshardware.com/reviews/elgato-wave-dx-xlr-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Review: it is an end-address microphone. The review spec table calls the microphone type Condenser, which is wrong. Elgato says dynamic.
Sound specs
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Frequency response
Min50 HzMax15 kHz1Maker product pageelgato.com/us/en/p/wave-dx-dynamic-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Tech Specs: 50 - 15000 Hz. No tolerance is printed.
Min50 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026Page data frequency response 50 to 20 kHz. The spec sheet and the user guide print 50 to 20,000 Hz.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content-files.shure.com/Pubs/SM7B/sm7b-specification-sheet-english.pdfRead 15 October 20263Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/guide/SM7B/en-USRead 15 October 2026
Sensitivity (analog)
-59dBV/Pa1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026Page data: -59.00 dBV/Pa (1.12 mV/Pa).2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content-files.shure.com/Pubs/SM7B/sm7b-specification-sheet-english.pdfRead 15 October 2026Output level at 1,000 Hz, open circuit voltage: -59.0 dB (1.12 mV), 0 dB = 1 volt per Pascal.3Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/guide/SM7B/en-USRead 15 October 2026
Sensitivity (digital)
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Max SPL
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Max SPL distortion limit
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Self-noise
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Digital noise floor
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Signal-to-noise ratio
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Dynamic range
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Output impedance
Connectivity
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Outputs
XLR1Maker product pageelgato.com/us/en/p/wave-dx-dynamic-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Tech Specs: Connector 3-pin XLR. FAQ: the mic does not connect directly via USB.2Owner's manualelgato.com/explorer/products/wave/elgato-wave-dx-quick-start-guideRead 15 October 2026Installation: use a shielded microphone cable with 3-pin XLR connectors to connect to a preamp or audio interface.
XLR1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026Page data connectors: 3 pin XLR. No USB output.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content-files.shure.com/Pubs/SM7B/sm7b-specification-sheet-english.pdfRead 15 October 20263Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/guide/SM7B/en-USRead 15 October 2026
Inputs for other sources
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USB and XLR at once
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USB port
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Cable host plug
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Cable length
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Phantom power
Not required1Maker product pageelgato.com/us/en/p/wave-dx-dynamic-microphoneRead 15 October 2026FAQ: no phantom power is required and a 48V setting on the interface can stay off. The Quick Start Guide goes further and says not to use 48V phantom power. The schema has no option for phantom power that must be off, so the closest option is stored.2Owner's manualelgato.com/explorer/products/wave/elgato-wave-dx-quick-start-guideRead 15 October 2026Note: do not use 48V Phantom Power with Wave DX.
Not required5Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/insights/what-is-phantom-power-why-do-i-need-itRead 15 October 2026Shure: a dynamic microphone does not require phantom power because it has no active electronics inside. The SM7B is a moving-coil dynamic microphone. The SM7B review at SoundGuys also lists phantom power as not required.6Reviewsoundguys.com/shure-sm7b-review-28438Read 15 October 2026Review spec table: phantom power not required.
Digital audio
None of 3 known
Max bit depth
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Max sample rate
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32-bit float recording
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Monitoring
0 of 2 differ
Headphone output
Zero-latency monitoring
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Controls and processing
1 of 2 differ
Onboard controls
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Onboard processing
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High-pass filter, Presence boost1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026Bass rolloff and mid-range emphasis (presence boost) controls with a graphic display of the response setting. Page data lists a switchable low cut. The bass rolloff is stored as a high-pass filter. These are analog switches on the microphone.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content-files.shure.com/Pubs/SM7B/sm7b-specification-sheet-english.pdfRead 15 October 2026Switches: bass rolloff and mid-range emphasis, slotted response selector switches.3Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/guide/SM7B/en-USRead 15 October 2026Adjust the Frequency Response Switches: flat response is the default, bass rolloff reduces the bass and presence boost brightens the mid-range.
Mounting and accessories
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Mount threads
5/8 inch, 3/8 inch, 1/4 inch1Maker product pageelgato.com/us/en/p/wave-dx-dynamic-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Tech Specs: 5/8 inch mount with 3/8 inch and 1/4 inch thread adapters included.2Owner's manualelgato.com/explorer/products/wave/elgato-wave-dx-quick-start-guideRead 15 October 2026Installation: use a coin to remove the pre-installed thread adaptors, which leaves the 5/8 inch mount.
5/8 inch, 3/8 inch2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content-files.shure.com/Pubs/SM7B/sm7b-specification-sheet-english.pdfRead 15 October 2026Swivel assembly: integrated, captive nut for ease of attachment to stand, fits 5/8 in.-27 thread. The user guide adds a brass adapter for 3/8 in stands.3Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/guide/SM7B/en-USRead 15 October 2026Mounting: to mount the microphone on a 3/8 in. stand, insert the included brass stand adapter. The spec sheet gives the 5/8 in.-27 thread of the swivel assembly.
Shock mount
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Internal1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026Internal air suspension shock isolation.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content-files.shure.com/Pubs/SM7B/sm7b-specification-sheet-english.pdfRead 15 October 2026Cartridge shock mount: internal air-suspension shock and vibration isolator.
Pop filter
Internal, Foam windscreen1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026Highly effective pop filter eliminates the need for add-on protection. The A7WS detachable windscreen ships in the box, and the standard foam windscreen is fitted.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content-files.shure.com/Pubs/SM7B/sm7b-specification-sheet-english.pdfRead 15 October 2026Features: highly effective pop filter. Available Models: includes foam windscreen, close-talk windscreen and locking yoke mount.
Desk stand included
Design and build
2 of 3 differ
Housing material
Hardened steel1Maker product pageelgato.com/us/en/p/wave-dx-dynamic-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Page gallery: hardened steel chassis.
Dark gray enamel aluminum and steel case with dark gray foam windscreen2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content-files.shure.com/Pubs/SM7B/sm7b-specification-sheet-english.pdfRead 15 October 2026Case: dark gray enamel aluminum and steel case with dark gray foam windscreen.3Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/guide/SM7B/en-USRead 15 October 2026Housing: dark gray enamel aluminum and steel case with dark gray foam windscreen.
RGB lighting
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Lighting zones
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Software
None of 2 known
Software
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User firmware updates
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Compatibility
None of 2 known
Works with
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Consoles
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Dimensions and weight
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Microphone dimensions
Width53Height53Depth146mm(2.1 × 2.1 × 5.7 in)1Maker product pageelgato.com/us/en/p/wave-dx-dynamic-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Tech Specs: 53 x 53 x 146 mm. The page data names the 146 mm Product Length and 53 mm Product Width and Height. The mic is end-address, so the 146 mm length is the depth toward the speaker. GamesRadar says the body is under 15 cm long and 5.3 cm across, not counting the mounting joint, so the size is the body only.7Reviewgamesradar.com/elgato-wave-dx-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: without the mounting joint the body is under 15 cm long and 5.3 cm across.
Width97.4Height149.2Depth197.1mm(3.8 × 5.9 × 7.8 in)3Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/guide/SM7B/en-USRead 15 October 2026Overall Dimensions drawing, page 11: 97.4 mm (3.8 in) wide in the front view, 197.1 mm (7.8 in) long and 149.2 mm (5.9 in) high in the side view. The height includes the yoke and its mount post. The microphone points along the length, so the depth is 197.1 mm. The page data lists 117 mm, 198.7 mm and 96 mm, and SoundGuys lists 190 x 148 x 96 mm. The drawing is stored.
Microphone weight
765.4g(1.7 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content-files.shure.com/Pubs/SM7B/sm7b-specification-sheet-english.pdfRead 15 October 2026Net weight 765.4 grams (1 lb, 11 oz). The user guide prints 0.764 kg and the page data prints 852 g. The sheet value is stored. SoundGuys lists 765 g.6Reviewsoundguys.com/shure-sm7b-review-28438Read 15 October 2026Review spec table: 765 g.
Weight with stand
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Certifications
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
Wave DX, Swivel Mount, 3/8" and 1/4" Thread Adapters, Quick Start Guide1Maker product pageelgato.com/us/en/p/wave-dx-dynamic-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Tech Specs, In The Box: Wave DX, Swivel Mount, 3/8" and 1/4" Thread Adapters, Quick Start Guide. XLR cable and audio interface are not included.
SM7B, A7WS Detachable Windscreen, RPM602 Switch Cover Plate, 31A1856 5/8" to 3/8" Thread Adapter1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026Page In the Box: 1 SM7B, 1 A7WS Detachable Windscreen and 1 RPM602 Switch Cover Plate. The user guide and the page data also list a 31A1856 5/8 in to 3/8 in thread adapter as furnished.3Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/guide/SM7B/en-USRead 15 October 2026Furnished accessories: RPM602 switch cover plate, A7WS large black foam windscreen and 31A1856 5/8 in to 3/8 in thread adapter.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
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Manual
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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