Shure’s SM7B nails the low-end and sounds noticeably fuller than an MV7. The SM7B has hardware switches on the back but they offer no real convenience because you need a pin to flip them, so they are not usable while filming/recording. The touch panel/slider on the MV7 gives you more options to make adjustments without a DAW or audio interface. MV7 has a slightly inferior integrated windscreen (built-in) compared to the foam screen of the SM7B. SM7B features EQ / rolloff switches and an XLR output on the rear. MV7’s back panel has a USB Type B connector, XLR output, and headphone connector. Either way, the build quality on both mics is commendable. Considering they are coy about it, I’ll assume that Shure SM7B’s steel and aluminum construction is superior. Shure only tells us that the MV7 is built with ‘metal’. Shure’s MV7 is available in silver and black while the SM7B is only available in black. It weighs 1.21lbs compared to SM7B’s – 1.69lbs. The MV7 is categorically lighter, smaller, and more portable. MV7 vs SM7B: Breaking It Down Construction You can check out my take on the newcomer (and the ShurePlus MOTIV app) in my S hure MV7 review. ![]() In other words, this dynamic microphone is podcast-centric – and you can see that in every setting in every mode of the MV7. It offers connectivity via USB, a touch panel, and the Far mode – something video podcasters have long been yearning for. That is why the MV7 accentuates the key vocal frequencies in the mid-range (for that brighter “NPR tone”). It’s their attempt to create a microphone bar none. They have studied the needs, surveyed the market, and designed a solution that caters to tangible demands from the podcasting world. The MV7 microphone is Shure’s conscious effort to create the ‘podcasting mic’. Pro-grade, best for studio applications w/ audio interfaceīetter for musicians: recording vocals, guitar cabs, and instrumentsĪn industry standard with a storied history Mv7 vs SM7B: Feature Comparison & Which To Buy Why Buy The Shure MV7?īeginner friendly, affordable, easy to use It’s a better choice for podcasters on a budget, or for those who really appreciate the modern features like the MOTIV app. The MV7 has a lot of great features that the SM7B lacks, but is by no means a bad microphone. Aside from the fact that it sounds just a tad nicer for podcasting, it’s also a more versatile mic for recording other instruments as well. Ultimately, the SM7B still rules the roost. ![]() Why would the Shure engineers go to such great lengths to undermine the SM7B? Nevertheless, most of us need to pick just one…īut as someone who owns both, I’ll share my insights to help you figure out which is the right choice for you. I do feel like these two dynamic microphones are built to complement rather than compete against each other. Is it really significant enough to override the extra features, ease of use, and USB connectivity of the Shure MV7? Yes, we do! And here is why – that statement only takes into account audio quality, which is only one of many factors while purchasing a mic. As logic dictates, it’s now time to gauge how the two siblings stack up against each other in a side-by-side comparison.īut should we even have this discussion if I declared Shure SM7B to be better in audio quality than the Shure MV7 ? Partly because of this, I wrote a post that contemplates if the Shure SM7B is still worth it in 2021. In October 2020, Shure threw its long-awaited hybrid XLR/USB microphone into the fray, sending podcasters and content creators into a frenzy when they launched the MV7. Eventually, a serious case of GAS sets in (that’s Gear Acquisition Syndrome for the uninitiated) and they want to take things to the next level.Īnd often, it’s warranted, because the PodMic and Blue Yeti are both subpar in comparison to many other alternatives on the market such as the Shure MV7 & SM7B. Most people buy a Rode PodMic, Blue Yeti, or any other ‘starter mic’ and think they are set for life. Life is easy for podcasters when you consider the choice of mics available.
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