SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone (Black) — Model 500703290 Why customers choose the SM7B Natural, broadcastquality voice: The SM7B delivers a smooth, warm vocal sound that flatters spoken word and sung vocals alike, helping you achieve a professional onair or recorded tone without heavy processing. offaxis rejection: The cardioid dynamic design minimizes background noise and room reflections, making it ideal for home studios, treated rooms, and live environments where isolation matters. Built for real use: Rugged metal construction, internal shock isolation, and a builtin pop filter reduce handling noise, plosives, and mechanical interference so you spend more time recording and less time troubleshooting. Key features and attributes Model: SM7B (part number 500703290), color: black. Microphone type: Cardioid dynamic microphone — designed for focused pickup of the sound source directly in front of the capsule. Builtin controls: Switchable bass rolloff and presence boost (midrange emphasis) to tailor the tonal response for different voices and instruments. Noise control: Internal air suspension shock isolation and integrated pop filter reduce mechanical noise and plosive sounds without an external windscreen. Construction: Durable allmetal housing and professional finish for longterm studio or live use. Connection: Professional balanced XLR output for use with mixers, audio interfaces, and mic preamps. Ease of use: Plug into any XLRequipped interface or mixing console and adjust preamp gain and the mic's onboard switches; designed for straightforward setup in broadcast, podcast, and studio environments. Compatibility and performance notes Compatible with professional audio equipment that accepts an XLR microphone input, including audio interfaces, mixers, and microphone preamps. As a lowoutput dynamic microphone, the SM7B benefits from a quality mic preamp with sufficient gain. In some setups, users add an inline microphone activator or gain preamp to maximize signal level. Optimized for voice and closemiking applications; performs well on instruments when a warm, controlled tone is desired. Use cases and applications Podcasting and broadcasting: Capture clear, intimate spokenword recordings with minimal room noise. Ideal for hosts and guests in home or professional broadcast booths. Studio vocal recording: Smooth frequency response and selectable presence boost make the SM7B a goto choice for tracking lead and background vocals in music production. Live stage and voiceover: Focused cardioid pickup isolates the source on stage or in a recording booth, delivering consistent performance for live announcements, voiceover work, and streaming. Practical setup tips Mount the SM7B on a stable boom or stand using a compatible shock mount or arm. Position the capsule close to the mouth (2–6 inches) for signal level and clarity. Use the onboard bass rolloff and presence boost to tailor the mic's response to the voice or instrument and to control proximity effect. Ensure your audio interface or mixer can provide adequate gain; consider an inline preamp if you need additional clean gain. What makes the SM7B unique The combination of a warm, controlled dynamic capsule, internal shock isolation, and an integrated pop filter gives the SM7B a professional sound with minimal setup complexity. It is widely used by broadcasters, podcasters, and recording engineers for consistent, reliable results in varied recording conditions. Model and color SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone, Black, Model/Part Number: 500703290.