Shure MV7+ Dynamic Microphone – USB-C & XLR Podcast Mic for Streaming, Recording & Broadcasting, OBS Certified, Auto Level Mode, Digital Pop Filter, LED Panel, Black vs Shure SM7B Dynamic Studio Microphone - XLR Mic for Podcasting, Streaming, Vocal Recording & Broadcasting, Wide Frequency Range, Smooth Warm Audio, Detachable Windscreen, Black
A side-by-side spec comparison of the Shure MV7+ Dynamic Microphone – USB-C & XLR Podcast Mic for Streaming, Recording & Broadcasting, OBS Certified, Auto Level Mode, Digital Pop Filter, LED Panel, Black and the Shure SM7B Dynamic Studio Microphone - XLR Mic for Podcasting, Streaming, Vocal Recording & Broadcasting, Wide Frequency Range, Smooth Warm Audio, Detachable Windscreen, Black. We line up every specification and score the ones that matter most in this category — weighted, not a raw count of specs won — to reach an overall verdict so you can decide which microphone is right for your build.
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| Specification |  $299.00 Amazon price as of Oct 25, 02:01 UTCWinner Buy on Amazon | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Color | Black | Charcoal Gray |
| Power | Corded Electric | The SM7B does NOT require phantom power and is not affected if phantom power is present on its mixer input. Note that some third-party external pre-amps commonly used with the SM7B DO require phantom power to operate, however. At least 60dB of gain is recommended to get that iconic warm and balanced tone most commonly associated with the SM7B. |
| Weight | 1.92 Pounds | 2.7 Pounds |
| Bit_depth | - | N/A (XLR) |
| Connector | USB-C | XLR |
| Dimensions | 12.9 x 4.95 x 4.4 inches | 13.5 x 7 x 4.5 inches |
| Sample_rate | - | N/A (XLR) |
| Connectivity | USB, XLR | XLR |
| Manufacturer | Shure | Shure |
| Polar_pattern | Unidirectional | Cardioid |
| Compatible_with | Personal Computer, Windows 10, macOS 12 | Personal Computer |
| Frequency_response | 16 KHz | 20000 Hz |
Winner: Shure MV7+ Dynamic Microphone – USB-C & XLR Podcast Mic for Streaming, Recording & Broadcasting, OBS Certified, Auto Level Mode, Digital Pop Filter, LED Panel, Black — driven by Weight (1.92 Pounds)
Shure MV7+ Dynamic Microphone – USB-C & XLR Podcast Mic for Streaming, Recording & Broadcasting, OBS Certified, Auto Level Mode, Digital Pop Filter, LED Panel, Black
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Shure SM7B Dynamic Studio Microphone - XLR Mic for Podcasting, Streaming, Vocal Recording & Broadcasting, Wide Frequency Range, Smooth Warm Audio, Detachable Windscreen, Black
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