I saw two more comparisons of these two microphones tested with a female voice, but this is the first time, when I would like to EQ the sound from the SM7B for podcasting. The DCM8 doesn't need an EQ for podcasts to me.

Thanks for the heads up on the SE DynaCaster vs. Shure SM7B. The SE sounds legit and with the integration of their Dynamite booster tech, it's a far easier option for the average home user to use than the SM7b which requires monster amounts of gain to make it work. I'm going to give it a looksee next time I find one in front of me. I'm genuinely curious to hear how it works with my voice. Plus, I'm a sucker for microphones that have the color red incorporated into them. As a rule, I'm obligated to buy one whenever possible. ;) One thing: Thank you for pointing out that annoying cable on the body of the SM7B! That has driven me crazy since the first time I put my hands on one of them! It's distracting for me because all I can think of is something snagging it and snapping the wire! I wish Shure would internalize that wire both for protection and for aesthetics. BLEH!