ReValver Microphones
SM7 (MC)
Inspired by Shure® SM7 (Mid-Range Emphasis)
Model: Shure SM7
acronym:
- MC = Active Mid Control / Mid Boost emphasizes mid frequencies
WHAT CHANGES COMPARED TO THE BASIC SM7
- more present
- more mids, more perceived attack, more presence in the mix
SOUND CHARACTER
- low full
- medium highlighted
- high smooth
- answer more focused
in practice: more "in your face", more defined, less "dark"
TIMBRIC PERSONALITY
it's a mic:
- mid-forward
- smooth but present
- more aggressive than the SM7
- still musical
perfect for: rock leads controlled rhythms mixes
leadsrockrhythmic
Controls
Axis Interaction
- ON-axis → more presence
- OFF-axis → softer
here: ON = standard OFF = smoother
Gain (dB)
requires gain (typical SM7)
Mic Distance (inch)
- Distance 0–1”: full + attack
- Distance 1–2”: punch
- Distance 2–3”: balance
- Distance >3”: natural
Low (dB)
full bass
use:
- 0 → natural
- 1 → tighter
High (dB)
high smooth
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 / smooth
- strength: presence without harshness
- limit: less natural
ON DARK CAB (PPC, Orange)
very useful brings out the mids
ON MODERN CABs (VHIII, 6505)
balanced less harsh than the 57
ON VINTAGE CAB
more modern less “dark”
ON HI-FI CAB (TVX, SW Giant)
adds character plus presence
PRO
more presence of the SM7 maintains excellent smoothness for mix-ready leads
AGAINST
less natural it can become mid-heavy less “big” than the basic SM7
Setup Examples
ROCK LEAD (TOP)
Dist2–3”
AxisON
Low0
High+1
AmbHon
- present and smooth
ROCK RHYTHM
Dist1–2”
AxisON
Low-1
High0
HARD ROCK
Dist1–2”
AxisON
High+1
MIX FIX (sound lost in the mix)
Dist1–2”
AxisON
- bring out the mids