The Shure SM7B has a storied history—Quincy Jones used it for Michael Jackson’s vocals on , and Jack White, Jeff Tweedy, and Sheryl Crowe have all used it—as well as a relatively affordable price compared with other studio options. Its crisp, rich sound makes it ideal for radio/podcast and music vocals. So when Shure announced a hybrid XLR-USB microphone based on the SM7B design and geared toward podcasters, we were intrigued. The Shure MV7 costs $249 compared with the XLR-only SM7B’s $399, but it would be a mistake to consider them identical in build. The MV7 is reminiscent of the SM7B in its swivel-mount, front-address design, but is ultimately its own beast. It marries the versatility of Shure’s USB mic line with pro gear characteristics for the best of both worlds. Podcasters and musicians looking for an easy to use, clarity-first vocal mic will find a lot to like in the MV7.Design Available with black or silver metallic enclosures, the MV7 may be based on the SM7B, but as men...
The hybrid Shure MV7 microphone delivers strong vocal quality and the versatility of dual USB/XLR connectivity.
Excellent dynamic mic for vocals; USB (digital) and XLR (analog) connections; Shure Motiv app provides real-time EQ and basic controls while recording
No included mic stand or mount