Detail 01
SM7B cardioid dynamic microphone
The microphone uses a dynamic capsule with a cardioid pickup pattern.

Independent shopping perspective
The SM7B and Scarlett 2i2 put a dynamic cardioid microphone beside a desktop USB interface for podcast, voiceover, streaming, and music-recording work. On the mic, switchable EQ and electromagnetic shielding give you direct control over vocal shaping and help block interference from nearby electronics. The Scarlett 2i2 handles conversion at up to 24-bit/192kHz, offers two mic preamps and two instrument inputs, and adds Air Mode, Loopback, Auto Gain, and Clip Safe to the recording workflow.


Strong match
What matters in use
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.

Detail 01
The microphone uses a dynamic capsule with a cardioid pickup pattern.
Detail 02
The Scarlett 2i2 supports recording and playback at that listed resolution.
Detail 03
Loopback inputs are included in the interface’s stated simultaneous I/O count.
Detail 04
The interface draws power through its USB connection.
Final check

Product questions
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
No.
Air Mode adds harmonic saturation to recordings, according to its listed function.
Yes. The Scarlett 2i2 has two instrument inputs.
Reference
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