Hello Yeat Sky,
In addition to the Shure SM7B microphone, an adapter for mounting various microphone arms, the cover for adjusting the microphone and a pop shield are also included.
I don't know if it was a coincidence or what, but I just got confirmation that the package from the department stores' is now on its way to the post office. I guess the question has been cleared up then, lmao.
The scope of delivery is as described:
Pop shield, thread adapter, switch cover plate
Cables are not included with microphones because the required length varies depending on the application and in most cases the user already owns a cable.
Unfortunately, we do not have any further information regarding the new delivery dates, as these are currently unknown. Alternatively, you can contact our customer service at digitec@digitec.ch, and through a small workaround we could try to send you the one in stock.
Hi Fla.
Very briefly: The interface you mentioned can basically work well with this microphone.
But I don't know your definition of "flawless" and of course there are even better (and more expensive) interfaces. What you can say about the SM7B is that it has a relatively low output level. To put it simply: the signal that arrives at the interface from the microphone is quiet and therefore needs to be properly amplified. The preamp, which is integrated into your interface, is responsible for this. Preamps are sometimes almost mystical devices in pro audio and can cost several (tens of) thousands of francs if, for example, they are particularly low-noise or do not colour the signal even at high levels, or even if they do. For around CHF 200.00, your interface contains not only a preamp but also a converter that converts the analogue signal into a digital signal (and vice versa). So of course you can expect too much.
But basically it all works. Have fun and success with your purchase!
I would like to buy this microphone and use it for podcasting. But I realise it's not that easy.
I understand that I need a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen, and some kind of Cloud Filter and cables and something for phantom power?
Here is my specific question:
What exactly do I need for phantom power for 48V?
What kind of cable would you recommend for best quality?
Have I forgotten anything else to buy? From the mic into the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen goes an XLR cable and from the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen into the PC it goes via USB cable, correct? Sorry, somehow I don't have an overview of this topic :-(
You need a digital-to-analogue converter. This is, as you already mentioned, e.g. a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2. If you only need one connection (one microphone), you can also use the cheaper Solo. This converter has an XLR input and also supports 48V phantom power at the touch of a button. The problem with the Shure SM7B is that the output power is very low, so it needs very strong amplification. That's what the Cloudlifter (or any other microphone preamp) would be for. Finally, don't forget the stand. For the cable, I recommend Contrik.
Possible package:
- Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen - 11272769
- RØDE PSA1+ - 16770845
- Contrik XLR - XLR - 6055471
- Soyuz Launcher - 23987231 (microphone preamplifier, or the Cloudlifter you mentioned from another shop)
But it's also much easier and cheaper - the sound won't be much worse.
- RØDE NT-USB - 3450705
