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SM7B

Released January 2001.4Maker product pageshure.com/en-GB/stories/the-sm7b-storyRead 15 October 2026Shure's SM7B story says that in 2001 they started offering the SM7 with a bigger windscreen and the SM7B was born. The page gives no month, so 01 is a placeholder. Last checked 15 October 2026.

Type
Dynamic
Polar patterns
Cardioid
Outputs
XLR
Frequency response
50 Hz / 20 kHz

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General

Series
SM1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026Page data: product series SM.
Model numbers
SM7B1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026SKU SM7B. The page data also lists SM7B-W, called SM7B White Noir - Limited Edition at 489 USD. It is a limited edition and is not stored.
GTIN / EAN
0424060888791Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026UPC in the page data: 042406088879 for SM7B. The page data repeats the same UPC on the SM7B-W row, so it is not used for the white edition.
Announced
Not available
Status
Available1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026Page data life cycle status: available.
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
Charcoal1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026The Colors selector shows Charcoal. The page data calls the SM7B-W white.
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

Capsule size
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Capsules
13Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/guide/SM7B/en-USRead 15 October 2026The guide lists a single replacement cartridge, RPM106, and no capsule count. One is the reading of a single moving-coil cartridge with one cardioid pattern.
Polar patterns
Cardioid1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026Classic cardioid polar pattern.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
Address type
End address1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026Page data form factor: end address, small diaphragm. The user guide says to speak directly into the microphone from 2.5 to 15 cm.

Sound specs

Frequency response
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)
Not available
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
150Ω2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content-files.shure.com/Pubs/SM7B/sm7b-specification-sheet-english.pdfRead 15 October 2026Impedance: 150 ohms for connection to microphone inputs rated at 19 to 300 ohms.3Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/guide/SM7B/en-USRead 15 October 2026Output impedance 150 ohm.

Connectivity

Outputs
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
Not available
USB and XLR at once
Not available
USB port
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Cable host plug
Not available
Cable length
Not available
Phantom power
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

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Max bit depth
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Max sample rate
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32-bit float recording
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Monitoring

Headphone output
No1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026Page data lists headphone output: false.
Zero-latency monitoring
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Controls and processing

Onboard controls
Not available
Onboard processing
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

Mount threads
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
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
No1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm7bRead 15 October 2026The In the Box list has the SM7B, the A7WS windscreen and the switch cover plate. It has no desk stand. The full list counts as saying so. The yoke is part of the microphone.

Design and build

Housing material
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

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Software
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User firmware updates
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Compatibility

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Works with
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Consoles
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Dimensions and weight

Front and side, drawn to scale.

Microphone dimensions
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

Other certifications
CE, UKCA3Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/guide/SM7B/en-USRead 15 October 2026Certifications: CE notice and UKCA notice.

In the box

In the box
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.

Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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