After a lot of research, I purchased the SM7B for my girlfriend. She’s getting into voice over stuff. Her room isn’t treated, so the SM7B seemed a better choice. I hope I got everything she needs to get started!
Hey I appreciate the job you did here, man. Very very cool. I'm switching to the SM7B from the NT1A as a result of your comparisons. That warmth from the Shure is evident. Thanks again 👊
@@briangardner3418 I like the Shure SM7B for untreated rooms and more spoken word podcast type of work. The NT1A for more clarity and transparency picking up instruments and full breathy voice details. HTH!
Thanks so much - this is very clear and helpful. I'm currently using the NT1A for extensive podcasting and wondering if you would consider an upgrade to the Shure to be wise? Many thanks, Nick
As someone that is new and still learning and gathering information before making a purchase I would like to say thank you for this informative video. These both seem to be very common and popular microphones. I realize that microphones can be used in many different ways, but generally speaking though for the mics in this video, would it be fair to say that the SM7B is more geared towards in studio talking/recording and the NT1 more for in studio singing/music recording?
Using a condenser like the NT-1 for live voice application like podcast, streaming etc is like tryina butcher a pig with a scalpel...It's a high precision tool made to work well in specialized environments that allows it to shine, like a studio! It's got almost ZERO noise rejection, picks up every single hum, buzz, squeak, breath around it EVEN in well treated rooms. On the other hand, dynamics like the SM7b, are designed for loud surroundings, that's why they're the exclusive choice for concerts, live events etc, because they are really good at rejecting everything that's more than a few inches or feet away from them. Condensers are designed to sound FLAT, clean, honest, for leverage in post production, whereas dynamics tend to warm up and enhance the sound from the get go because they are used LIVE, where post processing ain't always an option. I've been dealing with lots of mics over the years and always came to the same conclusion: DYNAMICS = LIVE VOICE, CONDENSERS = RECORDED VOICE...no other way around it. That being said, the SM7b, in my experience, is just an overpriced, overrated, gain hungry asset. It will NOT work with just a regular USB powered interface, for live broadcast, it needs shit loads of gain and without a good pre amp, you'll get some nasty hiss if you software boost it. Go for the newer MV7 or the highly proven SM58 and save yarself about $500!
I'm currently using the NT1A and hate the sibilance with it... I'm looking at SM7B vs Rode NT1. Which would be a better option for a person with a slight lisp?
The only reason I’m thinking of getting the Røde NT1 over the SM7b is the pricing on the SM7b. I may not have a soundproof environment but I can get a full NT1 kit and buy an arm with it for about 370$ while an SM7b with an arm and a cloudlifter would be 660$+ a little too much for me. Do you think it’s worth saving up for the SM7b as I don’t have a soundproof environment or is it not that trivial. Note: I would use my mic for instruments, vocals and live streams.
like how you have to turn the gain all the way up to hear anything on the Shure... Why would anyone pick that over the Nt1 I have no clue... Unless there's Bulldozers outside your window and noises all around do yourself a favor and get the better mic lol.
Thanks for the video. I like the Rode NT1. This is where I am at and hope you can help. I going to be doing a 30 minute radio show. I will be recording it ahead of time and sending in an MP3. There are so many recording apps, mixers etc out there that it is very confusing. I do want to be very creative with my program, adding music, sounds, recordings etc. I will have guests at times, so I will need more than one mic. I was looking at the Rodecaster PRO and possibly protools. I may be way off on my choices. That's why I need help. I really appreciate any help you can give me to get started. I don't want to start off with low end equipment. I want it to be sharp from the start.
I don't understand so much english but I need your opinion, I think you talk about for podcasting but in the case of recording voice for a song (latin songs) Do you prefer SM57 or Rode NT1? I ask beacouse I bought the Rode NT1 a few days ago and now Im curios for my decission hahaha xD
@@kettnercreative uuh that's on the more expensive site...😅 I was recently comparing the Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen and the Steinberg UR22 MKII, but I really wasn't able to figure out, which one is more suitable...
I tend to rap hard at mics in vocal booth. Seems Shure would be better for this? When I use Rode NT1 with the “air” setting on on Scarlett while I rap it seems to distort rap (even if gain is at good level) and lessens rap punch. What do you recc for better energetic rap vocals?
Hey guys, I tend to buy the Rode NT1 for home office and gaming, but I worry about the sensitivity. Because of the heat, I run an 18-inch fan 2m away from me and I worry that the microphone is taking all that noise/wind as well. Any recommendations? I'm planning to get my computer move to another room using extension cables, with that I should be able to run only AC in my office without a fan.
06:15 - that’s a low pass filter. Not a high pass filter. btw, I own both of these microphones and love them both. I use them both daily for two different uses (each on a different system).
@@jottahreal The SM7B is recommended by Shure themselves to be used for both vocals and instrumentals (they even showed us live demos of them pointing a SM7B right at amp heads). As always, if you know how to EQ then make sure to set both switches on the back of the mic to flat. If you're not familiar with EQ'ing, then maybe use the high pass filter switch on the back of the mic (if not mic'ing a bass guitar). Personally I prefer a good old fashioned SM57 for mic'ing a guitar (what Shure calls the SM7B's predecessor), but if you're looking to do studio recording, then there are far better choices out there - just not budget-friendly, however the studio sound engineer should hopefully offer a good selection to use.
Thats a high pass filter because it is letting the high frequencies pass through and eliminate low freqz. High pass filter = remove low end Low pass filter = remove top end
After a lot of research, I purchased the SM7B for my girlfriend. She’s getting into voice over stuff. Her room isn’t treated, so the SM7B seemed a better choice. I hope I got everything she needs to get started!
Hey I appreciate the job you did here, man. Very very cool. I'm switching to the SM7B from the NT1A as a result of your comparisons. That warmth from the Shure is evident. Thanks again 👊
Got the NT1A and the SM7B recently and everything you mentioned is 100% my experience too! 👍
Great to hear!
I just got the nt1a & still wanting the shure..which one do you like better?
@@briangardner3418 I like the Shure SM7B for untreated rooms and more spoken word podcast type of work. The NT1A for more clarity and transparency picking up instruments and full breathy voice details. HTH!
shore sm7b plus pre amp booster is about 2x the cost of the rode nt1.. keep that in mind also.
You don't necessarily need a in line preamp.
i definitely appreciate how helpful this video is
Glad it was helpful!
Great video. You made a major point I hadn't thought about. Thanks!
Especially for TH-cam Video editing, podcasts and live broadcasts, which one do you think gives a cleaner and fuller sound?
Thanks so much - this is very clear and helpful. I'm currently using the NT1A for extensive podcasting and wondering if you would consider an upgrade to the Shure to be wise? Many thanks, Nick
Im in the same boat dude
Its a lovely video dude! Currently have the rode NT1 and i really agree with you here🙌
Nice, glad you liked it.
NT1 for me... no cloud booster needed and not hard to get a quiet room to record. sm7b really doesnt offer enough price wise + booster
I have ssl2 I don't think I need cloud lifter
Or do I?
Excellent comparison. Thank you!
Thanks for watching!
So nice of you sharing this information, so helpful. 💖
As someone that is new and still learning and gathering information before making a purchase I would like to say thank you for this informative video. These both seem to be very common and popular microphones. I realize that microphones can be used in many different ways, but generally speaking though for the mics in this video, would it be fair to say that the SM7B is more geared towards in studio talking/recording and the NT1 more for in studio singing/music recording?
Great video really like the editing, is unique and very helpful.
Much appreciated!
Fantastic review as always ✨✨💚
Using a condenser like the NT-1 for live voice application like podcast, streaming etc is like tryina butcher a pig with a scalpel...It's a high precision tool made to work well in specialized environments that allows it to shine, like a studio! It's got almost ZERO noise rejection, picks up every single hum, buzz, squeak, breath around it EVEN in well treated rooms.
On the other hand, dynamics like the SM7b, are designed for loud surroundings, that's why they're the exclusive choice for concerts, live events etc, because they are really good at rejecting everything that's more than a few inches or feet away from them.
Condensers are designed to sound FLAT, clean, honest, for leverage in post production, whereas dynamics tend to warm up and enhance the sound from the get go because they are used LIVE, where post processing ain't always an option. I've been dealing with lots of mics over the years and always came to the same conclusion: DYNAMICS = LIVE VOICE, CONDENSERS = RECORDED VOICE...no other way around it. That being said, the SM7b, in my experience, is just an overpriced, overrated, gain hungry asset. It will NOT work with just a regular USB powered interface, for live broadcast, it needs shit loads of gain and without a good pre amp, you'll get some nasty hiss if you software boost it. Go for the newer MV7 or the highly proven SM58 and save yarself about $500!
But you can use the Sm7B for record studio voice too.
Most of metal bands, and a lot of singes of different styles uses the SM7B for recording voices, the best example was Michael Jackson
@@felipgl not just michael Jackson, Dave Grohl, Metallica, red hot chilli peppers etc...
yeah so from what Ive seen a Dynamic mic is the best option for a regular home studio that doesnt have acoustic treatment and soundproofing right?
Yes
@@kettnercreative between sm7b and mv7?
Good perspective I haven't heard this point of view yet.
Thanks for watching!
for padcast SM7B for vocals NT1 i think
Rode NT1 by far
Is the nt1 Better for us rappers?
Thanks .. you really know what you are talking about.. outstanding comparison
I appreciate that!
Hi, do you still recommend the SM7B for voice recording in 2022?
Yes
Thanks for your review. Which would better for vocal singing from a woman? (Me)
I'm currently using the NT1A and hate the sibilance with it... I'm looking at SM7B vs Rode NT1. Which would be a better option for a person with a slight lisp?
If you hate the sibilance of the NT1A, you're not going to be happy with the NT1. SM7B would certainly resolve the sibilance issue.
Well Explained🤝
Glad you liked it
I cant seem to insulate my larger walk in closet enough for my nt1a. Do you think the shure will ne more forgiving?
The only reason I’m thinking of getting the Røde NT1 over the SM7b is the pricing on the SM7b. I may not have a soundproof environment but I can get a full NT1 kit and buy an arm with it for about 370$ while an SM7b with an arm and a cloudlifter would be 660$+ a little too much for me. Do you think it’s worth saving up for the SM7b as I don’t have a soundproof environment or is it not that trivial.
Note: I would use my mic for instruments, vocals and live streams.
I think the rode does better with instruments but do more research
like how you have to turn the gain all the way up to hear anything on the Shure... Why would anyone pick that over the Nt1 I have no clue... Unless there's Bulldozers outside your window
and noises all around do yourself a favor and get the better mic lol.
Thanks for the video. I like the Rode NT1. This is where I am at and hope you can help. I going to be doing a 30 minute radio show. I will be recording it ahead of time and sending in an MP3.
There are so many recording apps, mixers etc out there that it is very confusing. I do want to be very creative with my program, adding music, sounds, recordings etc. I will have guests at times, so I will need more than one mic. I was looking at the Rodecaster PRO and possibly protools. I may be way off on my choices. That's why I need help. I really appreciate any help you can give me to get started. I don't want to start off with low end equipment. I want it to be sharp from the start.
Friends, i'm using a Rode Nt 1000. Can you tell me whitch mic i need for best performance? i record voz off and live program (podcast).
I don't understand so much english but I need your opinion, I think you talk about for podcasting but in the case of recording voice for a song (latin songs) Do you prefer SM57 or Rode NT1? I ask beacouse I bought the Rode NT1 a few days ago and now Im curios for my decission hahaha xD
El NT1 es mas Claro. El SM7B tiene un color mas oscuro. lo bueno del SM7B es mas para lugares que no esten insulado.
El NT1 es mas flexible
is there a certain audio interface you'd recommend for the SM7B (pre amp already installed on the mic)?
The SSL2+ is my favourite.
@@kettnercreative uuh that's on the more expensive site...😅 I was recently comparing the Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen and the Steinberg UR22 MKII, but I really wasn't able to figure out, which one is more suitable...
@@earthsruby goxlr
@@earthsruby not sure if you’re still looking, but the Auduent ID4 Mk II has a great preamp for the SM7B
I tend to rap hard at mics in vocal
booth. Seems Shure would be better for this? When I use Rode NT1 with the “air” setting on on Scarlett while I rap it seems to distort rap (even if gain is at good level) and lessens rap punch. What do you recc for better energetic rap vocals?
What song of yours did you use the rode on?
He said it’s not a good idea (in his head) to use the air settings
Which Mike would be better for us rappers?
Both are good choices.
Hey guys, I tend to buy the Rode NT1 for home office and gaming, but I worry about the sensitivity. Because of the heat, I run an 18-inch fan 2m away from me and I worry that the microphone is taking all that noise/wind as well. Any recommendations? I'm planning to get my computer move to another room using extension cables, with that I should be able to run only AC in my office without a fan.
Add a noise Gate on obs should do the trick.. or a dbx286s if you don't want to do it in software
great video thanks
Thank you, for this!
06:15 - that’s a low pass filter. Not a high pass filter.
btw, I own both of these microphones and love them both. I use them both daily for two different uses (each on a different system).
@@jottahreal The SM7B is recommended by Shure themselves to be used for both vocals and instrumentals (they even showed us live demos of them pointing a SM7B right at amp heads). As always, if you know how to EQ then make sure to set both switches on the back of the mic to flat. If you're not familiar with EQ'ing, then maybe use the high pass filter switch on the back of the mic (if not mic'ing a bass guitar).
Personally I prefer a good old fashioned SM57 for mic'ing a guitar (what Shure calls the SM7B's predecessor), but if you're looking to do studio recording, then there are far better choices out there - just not budget-friendly, however the studio sound engineer should hopefully offer a good selection to use.
Thats a high pass filter because it is letting the high frequencies pass through and eliminate low freqz.
High pass filter = remove low end
Low pass filter = remove top end
There is no Differenz between these mics, "almost" and then i would more reach for the sm7b and the only differenz is probably the hall or like noise
what about at4040
Justement j’ai le nt1 et je viens d’acheter le smb7 ,hâte de tester avec ssl2+
Hi i'm from Poland. And i hear that Rode is more louder. That mean i have broken ears? :V
Not a great comparison since the gain is all Over The place
Shure sm7b waste of money just get an sm58 and save hundreds