Here is our review of the Shure MV88 USB-C Stereo Microphone.
Designed for creators looking for the quickest and easiest audio upgrade for their phone, the MV88 connects directly to your device via the USB-C port and is ready for you to hit record instantly. This microphone for iPhone and Android delivers professional-grade audio without hassle, and includes Shure’s renowned Auto Level Mode, Real-time Denoiser, and selectable polar patterns to ensure you capture pro sound in any situation. A microphone that does it all – and captures it all.
Features
- Get recording fast with 5 fully customisable presets: speech, singing, flat, acoustic, loud.
- Select from four polar patterns: stereo (adjustable from 60° to 135°), mono cardioid, mono bi-directional or raw mid-side for pro sound in various situations.
- Auto Level Mode controls microphone gain in real time for consistent audio at all times. Your audio will no longer be too loud or too quiet.
- Real-time Denoiser removes background noise to avoid unwanted interruptions in your sound.
- Further refine your sound in Shure MOTIV apps (mobile and desktop) by manually adjusting mic gain, compression, 5-band EQ, high-pass filter and more.
What’s in the box?
The box contains the MV88 USB-C Stereo Microphone, a Foam windscreen and a Protective carry case.
A Closer Look
Final Thoughts
The Shure MV88 is small and lightweight – it comes in a small carry case which will protect it from damage and is small enough to fit in your pocket or your bag.
When you are ready to use it, just take it out and plug it in!
Download the MOTIV app, make whatever settings changes you want and start recording. There are settings and options that can be tweaked and configured, so much sure you spend a little bit of time getting it just how you want it.
There are separate polar patterns to choose from – just pick the one you want to use and thats it!
There is an auto level mode that ensures your levels are consistent throughout the recording.
The quality of the mic is excellent – the real-time denoiser does a really good job of removing any unwanted background noise. This really is an upgrade from the built in microphone on your phone.
If you need a high quality portable microphone for your phone then look no further as the MV88 is a game changer!
The Shure MV88 USB-C Stereo Microphone is available now priced around £145.
