It could even allow a group to take part in a virtual conference from a noisy cafe without everyone having to put on a microphone. It’s an edge case, sure, and you’d still need headphones, ...

It’s not cheap, but the Shure M7i microphone’s built-in interface, versatile FX options, and killer recording quality make it well worth the investment.

The show must go on, after all, and it certainly has for the singer-songwriters tuning in for Poor David's Pub's virtual open mic night. Host Rob Case has helped keep it all going. Musicians sign ...