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Twenty Thousand Hertz Podcast: What Makes the SM7B so Special?

TWENTY THOUSAND HERTZ is the podcast that explores the world’s most recognizable sounds. Listen to a special episode telling the story of the SM7B microphone.
June, 16 2021 |
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TWENTY THOUSAND HERTZ is the podcast that explores the world’s most recognizable sounds. Listen to a special episode telling the story of the SM7B microphone.

From countless classic tracks to the pinnacle of podcasting, discover what makes the SM7B such an audio icon.

 

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Paul Crognale
Paul works in Global Marketing for Musician & Consumer Audio from the Shure London office. In his spare time, he is an avid collector of vinyl and runs a couple of record labels. He also has a 'peach' or potentially 'pink' colored bike – a source of much amusement to his colleagues.

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