Shure SM7B dynamic vocal microphone

The Shure SM7B is one of the most iconic dynamic vocal microphones in the world, renowned for its flat, wide-range frequency response and its widespread use in professional broadcasting, podcasting, and studio recording. Its distinctive design featuring a large foam windscreen (often removed for the 'bare' look seen in images) and a built-in yoke mount has made it a visual staple of modern media production.

Originally launched in 1973 as the SM7, the microphone was an evolution of the SM5 broadcast microphone. It gained legendary status after being used extensively by Michael Jackson and producer Quincy Jones for the Thriller album. The brand Shure has remained a privately owned family company throughout its history, maintaining a reputation for reliability and quality.

While Shure is an American brand headquartered in Illinois, the SM7B is primarily manufactured at Shure's long-standing production facility in Juarez, Mexico. This allows the company to maintain high-quality engineering standards while managing global supply chain demands.