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Great Mic and ALMOST Perfect

I want to start off by saying that I actually returned this mic for the SM7B and I'll tell you why. I am venturing into audiobook narration and professional VO. This mic would be great for streamers and podcasters. Before I tell you why I returned it, let me tell you what I love about this mic. Pro...s: Amazing sound quality for a microphone at this price point. The USB features are amazing and very easy to use. The build quality is top notch and the compact footprint means it doesn't overwhelm the desk. Cons: To me there was only one con, and that is prevalent in the SM7B as well, it's a quiet microphone. What I mean by this is you have to turn the gain up almost all the way. This isn't really an issue if you always have the mic close to your face, if you're a streamer, or getting into podcasting. This is easily fixed with a Cloudlifter, but this means you have to plug in via XLR. If you plan on using this mic for professional level voice recording, having the gain up that high can present some problems depending on your interface. This by any means isn't a dealbreaker, but something to be aware of. Comparison: Okay, the MV7 vs the SM7B. I tested out the MV7 via USB and loved how easy it was to use. I plugged it into my Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 with a Cloudlifter and was extremely impressed. There are many different comparisons between the MV7 and SM7B, and the differences are negligible. The only difference that you can hear from the SM7B is a SLIGHTLY richer bass and warmth to the voice. That's it. If you're trying to decide between these two mics and price is an issue (you will need to spend a few hundred more dollars to get an interface for the SM7B), or you're a streamer or podcaster, get the MV7, you won't be disappointed. The USB features are fantastic. I chose the SM7B because I already have the extra audio equipment to use an XLR cable with my computer, and for audiobooks the richer bass seemed worth it to me. #sweepstakes