xQc’s setup
What microphone does xQc use?
xQc uses the Shure SM7B microphone.
Microphone · xQc
Shure SM7B
Cardioid dynamic microphone with an XLR connection. It picks up little room noise but needs an interface or mixer with plenty of gain.
Shure SM7B specs
| Type | Dynamic |
|---|---|
| Polar pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency response | 50 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Connection | XLR |
| Stand-out feature | Strong rejection of room noise |
A good fit for
- Untreated rooms or loud keyboards
- Warm radio voice
Look elsewhere for
- Anyone avoiding an interface: it needs lots of gain (about 60 dB)
How it fits xQc’s setup
Among the 78 streamers in our database with a verified microphone, the Shure SM7B is used by 44, ranking #1 out of 23 different models. In North America, 8 more streamers use it.
It sits alongside:
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- Ibai
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- LVNDMARK
- BlackEspanolito
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Alternatives other streamers use
FAQ
What microphone does xQc use?
xQc uses the Shure SM7B microphone.
Who else uses the Shure SM7B?
Ibai, AuronPlay, El Rubius, IlloJuan, TheGrefg and 38 more.
What microphone do other streamers use?
The most common after this one is the Blue Yeti (7 setups).
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Sources
- xQc’s official channel (kick)
- xQc’s official channel (twitch)
- Manufacturer spec sheet for each product
- Own analysis of xQc’s setup on SetupStreamers
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