Shure microphones
Every Shure microphone we have written up, and what Shure is shipping now.
8in our archive
5current ranges
What Shure makes now
- Checked 2026-08
The SM7dB is the significant addition since this archive was written — it solves the gain problem every SM7B review here describes.
| Range | What it is |
|---|---|
| SM58 / SM57 | The industry standard dynamics, unchanged for decades |
| SM7B | Broadcast/vocal dynamic |
| SM7dB | SM7B with a built-in active preamp (~+28 dB), so no Cloudlifter is needed |
| MV7+ / MV6 | USB-and-XLR hybrids for podcasting |
| KSM Series | Studio condensers |
Shure models in our archive
- As reviewed — not re-checked
| Model | What we said |
|---|---|
| Shure 55SH Series II | Stylish vintage aesthetic paired with proper modern performance and rugged build quality. |
| Shure Beta 58A | The worthy upgrade to an already impressive platform that brings many improvements. |
| Shure BETA 87A | One of the most reliable and best performing live handheld condenser mics. |
| Shure Motiv MV51 | An awesome, portable large diaphragm condenser that is full of great surprises. |
| Shure SM-27 | Easily one of the most reliable all purpose condenser microphones currently available. |
| Shure SM58 | The go-to choice of professionals and a great value for budget users. |
| Shure SM7B | One of the most versatile dynamic vocal mics currently available out there. |
| Shure SM86 | Ultimate versatility of a dynamic package with a classic condenser sound quality. |