Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 & Shure SM7B | Setup & Demo

[@fadocodecamp]

I wonder why this has so little likes or comments. This is the best recommendation I've found. Especially moving the mic to the side. I had Presence & Drive enabled, and talking - I sounded very boomy, even harsh. Now with the right positioning - which I rarely saw on other "setup" videos, I sound WAY more calm. Thanks!

[@saliksikstory]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR TAKING THE TIME TO EXPLAIN THIS IN DEPTH INFORMATION FOR US CREATORS, CONSIDERING THAT THIS TOPIC ABOUT THIS SPECIFIC PRODUCT WILL ONLY BE WATCH BY A CERTAIN AUDIENCE LIKE ME THAT HAVE THIS PRODUCT. a true life saver!

[@kettnercreative]

Glad it was helpful!

[@romanchopediamithun]

I have watched your 2-3 vidoes. I am an online content creator. At very first of my journey on KZbin I used Maono Au-A04. Then I switched to Rode NT-USB. My audience always praise me for my voice. So I have decided to change the mic. At first I thought to buy Sennheiser Mkh 416. But that is too expensive. Then I saw some of your videos. and decided to buy Shure Sm7b. I just ordered it @350usd. Thanks for this video. And one thing I feel that you are good person ❤❤

[@rcstricklin]

Exactly the clear and concise tutorial I was hoping for.

[@Piggich]

This video is simply perfect, thanks dude. I just ordered my 2i2 and will be getting the sm7b in my next paycheck 😂

[@d1didit799]

SM7B is on sale right now 359.99

[@enobil]

Super nice to learn focusrite scarlett usage details as well as dynamic mic placement best practices from your video, thanks very much

[@wanderer2345]

Thank you for this super explanation using sm7b and Scarlett 2i2. Are you planning a new video with sm7dB + Scarlett 2i2 to show how they both work together?? It will be a great pleasure to watch you again ! Best regards

[@javierescobar1632]

Almost buyed the DB preamped version before watching this video. Thanks!

[@Snakix]

That is exactly the video I was looking for with all the gear I'm looking to buy . Thank you for this

[@SinerStyles]

Best explanation ever!! Good job bro straight to the point and very informative!! Ty

[@jamesmckenziemedia883]

Thank you for your explanation. You are the first one that explained the front buttons and what they do. I am still considering my options for monitoring and hearing myself. I think for recording purposes, my headphones will do the trick. But if I just want to use my mic + Scarlett 2i2 for better computer to application voice live audio, then I would rather hear myself through monitors or through my computer speakers. That is the part I am not sure about. For computer to application voice live audio, I mean for gaming live or for zoom calls etc.

[@DanyTheKaG]

The video I was EXACTLY looking for. Thank you !

[@JayRock_2019]

I’m excited. Gonna upgrade to this in a couple weeks. Glad to not need my cloudlifter for my sm7b anymore

[@cjmllvv]

Are the preamps quiet enough to not need one?

[@JayRock_2019]

@@cjmllvv yeah the new 4th gen is perfect for my use

[@LyricWx]

@@JayRock_2019Wait? So for your experience, you don’t need a cloudlifter or any other preamp, to give a boost to your sm7b; with your Scarlett 2i2 4th correct? Also what do you use the sm7b for just curious (I want to use for vocals).

[@MusicBankz]

This is the perfect video I was just looking for. Thank you Jordan!

[@HolyCowNo1]

Very good and informative video. You answered all my questions to a tee.

[@merlin9244]

That´s what I needed. Thx a lot. Greetings, Armin

[@Nik87982]

Great Tutorial. Perfectly made.

[@dominator5498]

Hey Man....Sounding good again! Cheers

[@milonali7878]

Great review . Thankyou 👌

[@TristanWolfe33]

Awesome video. Succint and valuable. Appreciate it!

[@ericayoder2436]

This video was so informative! Thank you so much!

[@ImanRahimipour]

Thanks for the video. I followed your recommendation, but the input level was too low to record the wind instruments. Also, the recording could be more airy if I increased the gain. Any advice? Thank you

[@GoldenKnight702]

Nice job man 👏

[@EarthAngelFrequencies]

Hi this is incredible. Thank you. I am new to all of this and my intention is to up the quality for recording my live sound healing and my meditations. Question: Have you tried the mic with recording music and how was the quality? And I am wondering if the Scarlett is the best choice or if there is another option I should look into as a beginner to all of this. Thank you so much hope to hear your opinions! Jade

[@DarkCebolix]

AMAZING video. Tks!!

[@LuisLopez-kp9dy]

I have a question. I have the Shure SM7B, and even though I have all the components you used in the video and all the connections are correct, the microphone generates background noise, like a sound of rain. I think that’s called static. How did you solve it? I’ve tried everything and I haven’t been able to fix it. I changed the interface, bought another XLR cable, and tried connecting it to all the ports on my PC, but nothing works. I don’t know what to do anymore, or if this noise is normal for the microphone. Can you help me with that, please?

[@NickSummers-ro1xh]

Terrific review and your videos have been incredibly helpful. Not to mention they're extremely well done! Thank you. Quick question - can you recommend a high-quality USB output cable that runs to the computer (Mac)? The one that came with the Scarlett 2i2 seems like it could be of better quality. Much appreciated.

[@fredoverflow]

There are no sound quality differences between USB cables because USB is digital.

[@SaviorInTheSun]

Nice video, but I was hoping you would go over the switches on the back of the mic. What they are, what they do, etc.

[@kettnercreative]

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[@visionfamentertainment4186]

Do I need to have headphones to properly use this set up? If so will any headphones work? Or what recommendation do you have?

[@reav5812]

do you recommend the Shure SM7B for Home Studios? My room is a bit reverberant and I need a new microphone. Did you recommend the Shure or the Rode NT1-A or do you have any better recommendations? Can you also set up the Shure vertically because I have a tripod that is actually only for vertical microphones? It is a tripod for standing and not on the table. A answer would be very helpful!!!

[@michaelkuhn402]

For singing how do you hear the tracks in your head phones while singing.

[@theoutsiderjess1869]

I was expecting an sm7db video

[@peluchetv7494]

Me too

[@geoffw24]

This was a great video! Thank you

[@TheValueThinker]

Hi another great review. I have the exact set up with the 2i2 (4th gen) + SM7db (w/ built in preamp), I can't seem to figure out when I plug everything in without preamp turned on everything works well. But if I switch SM7dB preamp on, no signal gets through. Do you have any suggestions for this? Been trying for hours to see why this is the case.

[@rjputegnat]

Turn on phantom power. You need it to power the pre-amp inside the sm7db. If you dont have the 48v phantom power on, you won’t get any input from your microphone.

[@rjputegnat]

(I have an sm7db as well)

[@FuegoJustinnn]

If I don't Use 48V my Mic only goes to one ear and I have to turn it on in order to use the mic, any fixes for that?

[@Vozferbet]

You could make a video that shows the "hiss" or floor noise I have a lot of problems with it on my Shure SM7db

[@thox_akihiko]

Why is it that when I turn off the 48v effect according to the video, my mic turns off, there is no progress at all, different from the video. If I turn on the 48V effect my mic just turns on. why is that?

[@kettnercreative]

Are you using an inline premp? Clouldifter, etc.

[@bilguunbatjargal640]

Same issue and yes i do use cloudfilter

[@jerryjonsson9850]

Exactly the video I was looking for! Well done, only one question.. does the focus rite scarlet support to have your voice pass through to the connected headphones? Sorry not sure what the feature is called . Thanks!

[@kettnercreative]

Yes, it has direct monitoring.

[@dear_addison_lily]

What software are you using to monitor the gain? I couldn’t figure it out for the life of me

[@realfejiro]

Thanks very much for this sir. I really appreciate ❤

[@djwirezupdatempo..9813]

Great tutorial thankyou..🔊🔊💥🔊🔊💥🔊🔊

[@bibleverseofGOD]

Can we select both the channels at a time? I saw you selecting only 1 channel.

[@NutzBoltzOfLIFE]

Do you need additional speakers, or can you just use laptop speakers.

[@roanokejoe]

Excellent tutorial! Question. I bought a Cloudlifter in a package with the SM7B. Will it hurt the mic to add the Cloudlifter?

[@SansCoeur.]

It will not hurt adding a cloudlifter to your setup, you'll just need to watch your gain levels from your interface since you're already adding 25db of gain from the cloudlifter.

[@CatharticGuitar]

Dang, I was hoping to learn how to get the Scarlett 2i2 to go into my iphone.

[@paulsonr]

I'm upgrading a solo 3rd gen to a 2i2 4th gen and i use a dynamite DM1, should i just stop using it or i could still benefit from the extra gain?

[@donny5429]

Do you need headphones (headset) to be able to hear through the focusrite 2i2? Can I just plug in a transferrable jack into the audio port so that I can listen with normal earbuds?

[@BrooklynsBaddest01]

Could this interface take 2 sm7b’s at the same time and give the same quality?

[@1985ashira]

Con la scarlett 2i2 4ta generación ya no necesitas pre amplificador para ese shure sm7b .. ?

[@studior3dd]

Can i used my phone cameras to record audio and video using the scarlett 2i2?

[@joelmiller5560]

Hello, what should I use to simply get the audio meters on my computer? You cut away to it in a few of your videos. What are you using so I can see what db I am at? thanks.

[@LillysMedia]

Broh How to reduce noise in recording?

[@MikeJones-Who]

Question: can I use the Shure SM7B with a Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface?

[@Mors_Umber]

Hi, I have a question. Which previous Scarlett do you refer to when you say 56db gain? I have the Scarlett 2i2 3rd gen, it it gonna work or am I gonna need a cloudlifter? Thanks

[@super_steam]

solid video!

[@Amazon_hackz]

Hey, thanks for the video. What was the name of that red XLR Cable again?

[@kettnercreative]

Rode XLR-3

[@dylanyt4587]

how do u get rid of the bit of background noise?

[@IndieJenny]

i have a condenser mic i just bough and i cant make it work. I have the mic connect with phantom, which it says it needs but then i cant hear anything coming from it from direct monitor or ableton. I can arm the track because it only has 1 and 2 and thats the instruments plugs.

[@Darianspeaks]

Is this setup better than sm7b with goxlrmini?

[@kofyJesseTV]

What software can i use for recording via my laptop

[@TheTsili1]

Hello, I use CM25 MkIII condenser microphone that comes with the Scarlett 2i2 3d gen and i have to set the gain knob to almost max or max. Until today it wasn't like that I would set the knob at a lot lower level(maybe 45%) with that same microphone to have the results I have now at max, I wonder if this is because i downloaded and updated the 2i2 driver. Does this sound normal? I tried also the older driver and same results. I don't have any other gear to try out so i can troubleshoot. Have you heard of such an issue before?

[@KYC_KnowYourCrypto]

excellent video

[@gabovalora]

So with this new 4gen 2i2 I don't need Cloudlifter for the Shure smb7? It is a great financial help

[@kettnercreative]

That's correct.

[@nelsonngu]

@@kettnercreative I watched back your old video of your mentioning the old 3rd gen 2i2 need cloudlifter for SM7B. Guess I have to upgrade to 4th Gen now.

[@ehedaymaz]

Can you recommend a xlr cable for SM7DB 😊

[@soul8648]

do I still need the Cloudlifter for the 4th gen solo, or can I just but the scralett 4th solo and be good enough with that?

[@victorperezADSK]

solo does not have enough gain for the sm7b, get a 2i2 instead, enough gain and cheaper than solo+cloudlifter

[@soul8648]

@@victorperezADSK so the 2i2 gen 4 will be loud enough?

[@Kami329]

Hi - It seems like my mic volume is low on windows and focusrite control 2. I have my gain set to max. When trying to set the auto gain, it says, "auto gain failed. We didn't detect any usable signal" I have the exact same setup you have in the video. Not sure what I am doing wrong. If anyone can help, id appreciate it.

[@cjmllvv]

Are the preamps introducing a lot of noise?

[@flameofmidnight5041]

Great video my brother Does the rode nt1 microphone need the phantom power turned on ?

[@number_blue_]

phantom power is mostly used for condenser mics, I would advise no phantom power when using a dynamic mic (sm7b).

[@exhaust4246]

Yes, It's a condenser mic

[@exhaust4246]

​@@number_blue_what if you got pre amp ?

[@battlegrounds132]

I know that I'm a bit late to the party. I have scarlett solo 4th gen. Do i need cloudlifter for sm7b? I saw that it has less gain on solo (57db), or maybe I'm wrong. Please advise, thank you

[@kettnercreative]

The Scarlett Solo needs a Cloudlifter for the SM7B. You need at least 62dB if you want to avoid it, in my opinion.

[@battlegrounds132]

@kettnercreative oh, that's unfortunate, didn't look at that spec before purchasing. Is the cloudlifter the best option for me?

[@battlegrounds132]

@@kettnercreative thank you so much for the video, its amazing!

[@ronnieryanpc]

What app are you using to check gain levels? I have the solo 3rd gen and its hard to even apps that work well to set gain esp on a mac

[@kettnercreative]

Focusrite Control, and Logic Pro- but you can also use OBS

[@criticalkush5421]

Please help, the mic doesnt make a good sound at all, did everything like in the video but my sound is lowkey not existing. i can here something from the mic and its selected in my pc but tbh i dont understand

[@Skorrigan]

And how's output connected to the computer?

[@gprime3113]

Anyone know if the solo 4th gen has the same gain? Or just the 2i2?

[@flowingthroughveinsofgod]

When I go to focus rite app it's not talking

[@LDJayMusic]

I've got nearly the same setup (just the 4i4 version). But when increasing the preamp to 45dB gain and more it creates a little noise / hissing from 1000 Hz upwards. Anyone got an idea what's the cause? Got the XLR Cordial CSM 5 FM GOLD 250.

[@Shredddddy]

I bought my shure sm7b and the scrlett 212 4th gen is on the way.. so i need to buy an xlr cable still, and thats it? The scarlett comes with everything it needs to function except the xlr cable to pair the 2 together?

[@kettnercreative]

You'll need an XLR cable and a mic stand.

[@Shredddddy]

@kettnercreative got the boom arm but as far as cables Because i understand that the interface comes with a USB so that must be the only cable needed to plug the interface to the pc... and the xlr is the only cable that isn't included that I'll need to purchase?

[@kettnercreative]

@@Shredddddy That's correct!

[@Shredddddy]

@kettnercreative bettttt. Nice one, thanks amazing video bro ❤️

[@TotallyNotSponge]

hi, im looking to get the shure sm7b with the scarlet 2i2 but i would have 2 fists between me and the mac would a fethead from tritonaudio help out for the extra boost for the distance i have?

[@fredoverflow]

The 4th generation can handle 2 fists just fine without a fethead.

[@Quebec2Arizona]

I am trying to set up my wife so that she can sing and record herself. I got an M2 Macbook (64 RAM/38 GPU), Kanto Speakers YU4 with a Kanto Sub8, and I have just recently bought her the Shure SM58 mic for her Karaoke machine. Can I use this mic, or should I get a different one for her to record herself (using KZbin Karaoke or Karafun), what's the best interface (one mic only) that takes up the less amount or room that won't break the bank (aiming $200 or less), what the best Boom Arm ($150 or less), and my last question should I keep speakers connected to my computer or is it better to have it connected to my audio interface? Do you have a program suggestion for this type of recording? Thank you so much, not sure who else to ask.

[@Akira.21]

I know it's pretty late, but most interfaces should work with that mic, I definitely recommend the interface shown on this video, the focusrite scarlett 2i2, even though it's not one mic only, you can use it as such and have the second channel as a backup, or in case you need to swap to an instrument quickly and without changing many settings and gain levels. Also in terms of arms, the elgato wave arms are very nice, they have one thats a low profile, stays lower to the desk and then a normal wave arm, that can move more freely, similar to the video. Overall, it's very opiniated in terms of setups and it depends on your use, for example are you using a desk for the setup, if not do you need a mic stand or boom arm etc.

[@thetameditations4879]

can I leave my Shure SM7dB plugged in to my Scarlett when I'm now recording and just listening to music through my studio monitors, or should I break it down when not using it?

[@kettnercreative]

For sure. That's why they put the XLR on the back. So you can leave it and it looks clean on your desk.

[@thetameditations4879]

Awesome!! Thank you! Any chance you'll be doing a review/tutorial on the new SM7dB and the focusrite scarlett? I just got mine, it's my first mic and I'm still figuring it out. Also, any recommendations to watch on this particular mic are greatly appreciated. Great contact BTW! @@kettnercreative

[@THENickRyder]

Please help, my voice tracks are so quiet with this setup!? I have a Shure SM7B and the Focusrite 2i2 4th gen. I've attached the two via XLR cable (male to female) and run the USB from the focusrite into my new PC. My preamp is set to 95% and I'm only just hitting the -18db to -12db range...barely, and only if i speak uncomfortablly loud. I'm using OBS (I'll be recording video and streaming). I have the gain in OBS set at 100% and it's all still far too quiet. When i put the file into DaVinci Resolve i have to add +10db for audio to even reach normal levels. What am I doing wrong or what could be the issue? Is there additional software i need to run it through first?

[@kettnercreative]

Mic positioning?

[@exhaust4246]

Okay, so only real reason to turn on 48v on the interface is if you have a preamp right?

[@fredoverflow]

or condenser microphone

[@exhaust4246]

@@fredoverflow cool, thanks 😊

[@rjputegnat]

Yes, pre-amp or condensor mic are the only two reasons to turn on phantom power (if you have rhe pre-amp in the sm7db then you need phantom power turned on as well)

[@behuzer]

do both Scarlett 2i2 and Solo provide the same amount of gain?

[@kettnercreative]

No they do not. The Scarlett 2i2 has way more.

[@lehntube]

I just switched to the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2. Coming from the Motu M2, which didnt work properly on my Mac (sudden freezes from time to time) I thought I could continue to use my Triton FedHead. Strange thing is that it doesnt even work with the Scarlett. When I connect the SM7B with the FedHead, no input signal is shown. When I remove the FetHead, it works like it should. Any ideas why that could be?

[@kettnercreative]

You need to turn on 48v of phantom power to make the Triton Fethead work.

[@joshuabooth9905]

Hey would I need a cloudlifter if I have the solo 4th gen?

[@chrisnavarrete9439]

This depends on how far you want the mic to be from you the 4th gen has more gain than the older models so you might not need one

[@aarnyrules]

Hi, when I turn the gain up on the input beyond 12 o'clock it has a lot of white noise. This is even with the Shure SM7B + Cloudlifter unplugged. Any idea why, or is this normal for the 4th gen?

[@kettnercreative]

Definitely not normal. Does it do that on both inputs?

[@aarnyrules]

Yep, both inputs. I've watched a few other videos on people demoing it and there's a similar noise, but not quite as intense.

[@Livvux]

have the same issue

[@TheJamesSpearman]

My setup is only recording to one side of my headphones…?

[@tvsb-production]

Hi all! I purchased exactly the same setup (without an amplifier yet). But compared to what is in the video, my voice is very quiet, and in order to be heard, I need to 'eat' a microphone ((( What am I doing wrong? I've already read a bunch of posts on reddit, but no luck(

[@kettnercreative]

What do you be "to be heard". What level are you getting on the computer when you record?

[@tvsb-production]

@@kettnercreative Hi! I didn't expect you to reply on the same day, sorry. In the Focusrite Control software, I'm getting the same volume level as you, but I thought it was very quiet. The issue was that I initially listened to the recording without the Focusrite drivers, only with the default Windows drivers - they are much louder but add an annoying hiss. In the end, I talked to my friends online using this setup (with FC drivers), and they said everything is fine. So, I think I made something up for myself, but in reality, everything is OK :) Thank you for your quick response anyway!

[@tvsb-production]

@@kettnercreative I came back with doubts again. My normal volume level without any additional processing is around -3 db in Focusrite Control. At the same time, you have it in the range -18db = -12db. I can't figure out whether the problem is in my head, in the settings or in the equipment. If it helps, I can provide examples of voice recording on different dbs.

[@tvsb-production]

@@kettnercreative Have you added any extra gain to your voice in post-production of your video?

[@gs325jcbd]

sounds like the SMb7 has alot of hissing in background

[@maxtopelshorts]

Please help!. I’m doing everything as instructed here but somehow I’m not able to get any signal when using the microphone. I have a SM7dB though, but it’s the same logic to set it up isn’t it? Could it be that the mic came defective? Or my XLR is not working?. Everything is brand new so I don’t know. I even set my input sound on the laptop to the focusrite Analog 1 + 2 as per default but it does not detect my voice even with full gain. I’m a noob at this so I don’t know what I’m doing wrong. Can anybody help me?

[@kettnercreative]

SM7DB needs 48v turned on.

[@6MILLZ9]

@@kettnercreative Quick Question.. You said the Sm7b doesn’t need the 48V ?? Ive had a 3rd Gen for about a year & have used it along with a cloud lifter.. Just wanted to know if Ive been doing it wrong

[@kettnercreative]

@@6MILLZ9 The SM7B doesn't need 48v, but the Cloudlifter does.

[@6MILLZ9]

@@kettnercreative okay man!! Huge Thx for clearing that up for me. Much appreciated 😅

[@AmmishaddaiZhakata]

Is the mic connection in Mono or Balanced?

[@Malvok]

I only got one USB cable with my 2i2.

[@koolaidro8032]

chris bumstead???

[@kettnercreative]

Baha, I had never heard of him but in the last 6 months I've been getting this comment a lot!

[@totalwar4862]

scam

[@Basticd]

Does the Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4. Gen have the same Gain power for the Shure Sm7b?

[@michaelkillebrew3114]

Solo has 59db 2i2 has 69db. I had to look up the manual