ReValver Microphones
SM7 (LC MC)
Inspired by Shure® SM7 (Low Cut, Mid-Range Emphasis)
Model: Shure SM7
acronym:
- LC = Low Cut active
- MC = Mid Control / Mid Boost active
therefore: reduced lows, emphasized mids
WHAT CHANGES COMPARED TO THE NORMAL SM7
- tight + mid-forward
- less bass, more presence, more “mix-ready”
SOUND CHARACTER
- low reduced
- medium very obvious
- high smooth but present
- answer focused
in practice: less "boomy", more defined, more usable in mixes
TIMBRIC PERSONALITY
it's a mic:
- mid-forward
- checked
- smooth but present
- more modern than the basic SM7
perfect for: rock leads controlled rhythms mixes
rockleadsclean recordings
Controls
Axis Interaction
- ON-axis → more presence
- OFF-axis → softer
here: ON = standard OFF = smoother
Gain (dB)
requires gain (like all SM7s)
Mic Distance (inch)
- Distance 0–1”: tight
- Distance 1–2”: punch
- Distance 2–3”: balance
- Distance >3”: natural
Low (dB)
already cut
use:
- 0 → perfect
High (dB)
use:
- 0 → natural
- +1 → more presence
Delay (ms)
useful for: depth
Ambience (Y/N)
optional useful for leads
Pro Tips
QUICK SUMMARY
- type: dynamic
- character: mid-forward / controlled
- strength: definition without harsh
- limit: less body
ON DARK CAB (PPC, Orange)
PERFETTO eliminates the “mud”
ON MODERN CABs (VHIII, 6505)
very balanced, excellent for mixes
ON VINTAGE CAB
more modern less hot
ON HI-FI CAB (TVX, SW Giant)
helpful adds character
PRO
very controlled, excellent in the mix, less muddy and more defined than the SM7
AGAINST
less body less “vintage” less natural
Setup Examples
MODERN ROCK (TOP)
Dist1–2”
AxisON
Low0
High0
- defined and controlled
LEAD
Dist2–3”
AxisOFF
High+1
AmbHon
HARD ROCK
Dist1–2”
AxisON
Low0
High+1
MIX FIX (sound too full)
Dist1–2”
AxisON
- cleans without harsh