And just one question from the unskilful user of Shure: What is Your recommendation about switch position of SM7b (midrange boost) during voice-over recording?

thanx in advance

I think the MBox should mesh well with the mic for general purpose work. I guess it all depends on how you plan to distribute your recordings.

If you are in the voiceover business and reference quality results are imperative, I would then suggest that you look into a higher end external preamp.

There are many, and some are quite expensive. Also, you may want to consider a vocal strip that has an integrated preamp.

Have a look at these components by Aphex:

http://www.aphex.com/207D.htm

http://www.aphex.com/230.htm

-ptfigg.

The SM7B needs pre-amplification in order to bring its signal up to line level. In this case you need an external device. Examples include audio mixers, processors, or audio interfaces.

The are various issues to consider in order to achieve optimum results.

If you don’t mind, let’s continue this discussion on the forum. This will help others who may have similar questions.

I’ll help get you up to speed …

-ptfigg.

I am setting up a home studio using a Dell computer to do voice-over work. I have experience with many Shure models from my time in major market radio broadcasting.

However, it’s intimidating setting things up on the home front when one is used to having an engineer around.

Dell told me my computer specifications are as follows:
Computer Specifics for Microphone

Supply Voltage Requirement (Loading): 5, 12, -12 Volt
Current Consumption (Typical): 300, 500, 30 mA respectively
Microphone Impedance: 600 Ohms
Line-In Impedance: 47 KOhms
CD Audio-In Impedance: 50 KOhms
Microphone Sensitivity: 10 - 200 mVpp
Line-In Sensitivity: 0 - 2 Vpp
CD Audio-In Sensitivity: 0 - 2 Vpp

The type of microphone input connector on the device is 3.5mm mini-phone plug.

Based on that information, can you or any of your readers tell me if this will be the right microphone for my system? All of those specifics mean nothing to me. I need a forgiving mic that will deliver excellent quality on the recording software I am using.

Thank you very much for your help.

Best regards,
Lark

The SM7B would mesh well with the rev.1 pro rig.

I *think* you are probably aware that I don’t actually sell the gear here on the site. All the included components in my designs are readily available. Let me know if I can help you in any way …

-ptfigg.

Can the SM7B be substituted for the Electrovoice RE 20 in the pro rev 1 rig with appropriate savings? The overall deal looks much better with the SM7B than with the Electrovoice RE 20 without any loss of quality.

Thanks,
David

One thing that I forgot to mention in my post is how durable they are as well. The build quality is exceptional.

-ptfigg.