Man, Black Friday is always a crazy time, right? But this year, I had my eyes set on one specific thing: the Shure SM7B microphone. I’d been wanting to upgrade my audio setup for ages, and this was the perfect chance to snag it at a, hopefully, decent price.
So, I started my hunt a couple of weeks before Black Friday. I made a list of all the major online retailers that sell it – you know, places like Amazon, Sweetwater, Guitar Center, B&H, those kinds of spots. I wanted to get a feel for the regular price so I’d know a good deal when I saw one.
The next step was all about patience, which, trust me, isn’t my strong suit. I kept checking those websites, like, every day. Multiple times a day, probably. I was constantly refreshing the pages, hoping to catch an early bird special or a pre-Black Friday discount. It was a bit obsessive, I admit!
Then Black Friday week finally arrived. I woke up super early, made a strong coffee, and got down to business. I had all my retailer tabs open, fingers hovering over the refresh button. It was intense!
The deals started popping up, and, to be honest, I was a little underwhelmed at first. Some places had small discounts, maybe $20 or $30 off, but nothing that really blew me away. I was starting to get a little discouraged.
But then, BAM! Sweetwater had it listed with a significantly bigger discount and a free, very useful add-on. I couldn’t believe my eyes. I clicked so fast, added it to my cart, and checked out before they could change their minds. It felt like winning the lottery, seriously.
The waiting game after ordering was tough. Every time I heard a delivery truck, I’d jump up, hoping it was my mic. Finally, it arrived! I ripped open that box like a kid on Christmas morning.
- First of all, check the package is safety.
- Second, connect the microphone to audio interface.
- Third, Turn on the Phantom power.
- Fourth, let’s make some noise.
Setting it up was a breeze. I already had a decent audio interface, so it was just a matter of plugging it in, adjusting the levels, and… wow. The difference in sound quality compared to my old mic was night and day. All that Black Friday stress was totally worth it.
So, my Black Friday Shure SM7B mission was a success!It took some planning, a lot of patience, and a bit of luck, but I finally got the mic of my dreams. And at a price that didn’t make me cry. That is what call a successful hunt!