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Shure MV51 Digital Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone with USB and Lightning Cables

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  • Large-diaphragm condenser capsule for full-bodied sound recording
  • iOS and USB connectivity offers quick setup without an audio interface or need for additional adapters or connection kits (Apple MFi certified)
  • Integrated rear kickstand for tabletop use. Or, unscrew the end cap and mount to standard 5/8” mic stand
  • Front panel touch control for 5 DSP preset modes, headphone volume, and more
  • Record, edit, and share recordings from the free ShurePlus MOTIV iOS app
  • Compatible with popular iOS audio and video apps
  • Zero-latency headphone output for real-time monitoring

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power source
PHANTOM POWER: All condenser microphones require phantom power to operate. Please refer to the User Manual for more details on power requirements.
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PHANTOM POWER: All condenser microphones require phantom power to operate. Please refer to the User Manual for more details on power requirements.
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USB
Auxiliary
USB
USB, XLR
USB
USB
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3.5 mm Jack, USB
3.5 mm Jack, USB
USB
USB, XLR
USB
USB
model number
MV51
MV51
700065
NT1 5th Gen
988-000105
MV5-DIG
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Metal
Metal
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76 decibels
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Tablet, PC, Smartphone
Tablet, Smartphone
Tablet, PC
PC, Mac
PC, Mac
PC, Tablet, Smartphone
polar pattern
Unidirectional
Unidirectional
Unidirectional
Unidirectional
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    Specifically engineered for high-quality digital audio capture, the all-digital MOTIV MV51 large-diaphragm condenser microphone seamlessly connects to any Mac, PC, iPhone, iPod, iPad and Android devices for the ultimate in convenience of digital recording. Equipped with five onboard DSP preset modes to provide optimal recording results, the MV51 includes a unique onboard touch panel control for quick access to gain, mute and headphone volume adjustments. The 1 inch capsule element provides unmatched audio results, which are easily monitored in real-time via the built in 1/8" (3.5mm) headphone output. The striking vintage design and durable all-metal construction includes an integrated kickstand compatible with any standard mic stand, making the MV51 a complete recording solution when convenience is required without sacrifice.


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    Shure MV51 Digital Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
    Looks Like The Past

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    The MV51 feels like the real deal because it is. Unparalleled audio in all-metal construction make this mic the go-to. Deny distortion and enjoy sound excellence in every environment, from demo sessions to field recordings whether you’re at home or on the road.

    Shure MV51 Digital Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

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    A great upgrade to your home office. Connect directly to Mac or PC and upgrade to studio sound on your next conference call.

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    Customer reviews

    4.5 out of 5 stars
    4.5 out of 5
    949 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the versatility and ease of use of the microphone. They say it has several modes and is versatile for musical applications. They also appreciate the vintage look and the timeless look. Customers love the sound quality, saying it has great tone and no audio hiss. They appreciate the ease of usage and quality of the mic. However, some customers have reported issues with the cord and USB port. Opinions are mixed on performance and value.

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    61 customers mention53 positive8 negative

    Customers like the sound quality of the microphone. For example, they mention it's a great sounding microphone, with crystal clear audio, rich and warm sound, and awesome voice. The depth and tone quality of sound it picks is amazing, and the audience hears them clearly. Some love the mute on the mic, and it pick up ambient noise really easily, so you can turn gain down and still get good capture.

    "...say it does exactly what I was looking for, which is crystal clear audio. And by crystal clear, I mean crystal clear to a fault...." Read more

    "...It's crystal clear and scales without distortion. I bought it for the mic, which is amazing, but I fell in love with the sound card." Read more

    "This is the 5th mic I have owned to do voiceover recordings. It is crystal clear and booming. Impressive." Read more

    "This mic is easy to use and the sound is rich and warm. It LOOKS really sturdy and as if nothing could go wrong...." Read more

    47 customers mention45 positive2 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the microphone. They mention that the build quality is solid, heavy metal, and it's a very high quality product. The sound quality is good, and the metal housing makes the mic durable. It feels like it'll last for decades, and can withstand a bit of abuse. Customers are also impressed with the natural sound, and say it'd be a great addition to any audio setup.

    "...Like all the other reviewers say, this mic is built like a tank...." Read more

    "...It is crystal clear and booming. Impressive." Read more

    "This mic is easy to use and the sound is rich and warm. It LOOKS really sturdy and as if nothing could go wrong...." Read more

    "Very well made, metal, heavy and sturdy!..." Read more

    22 customers mention22 positive0 negative

    Customers find the microphone easy to use. They say it's built solidly and truly plug and play. Some customers also mention that the microphone is easy to operate with their phone or tablet on the go. They also appreciate the easy features of the mic.

    "This mic is easy to use and the sound is rich and warm. It LOOKS really sturdy and as if nothing could go wrong...." Read more

    "...The presets are amazing and for regular easy use, this thing outperforms pretty much every usb microphone out there!" Read more

    "...It is heavy in the hands and I LIKE that! It’s really simple to use...." Read more

    "Very easy to use, plug-and-play. works great with Logic Pro and Garage Band.excellent sensitivity and frequency response to my ears...." Read more

    11 customers mention11 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the microphone. They mention that it has a vintage look, is sturdy, and well-designed. Some say that the timeless look meets ease of use.

    "...The metal build feels solid, and it looks awesome if you like to record videos with it...." Read more

    "...This is an excellent microphone with great sound and good looks. I purchased an inexpensive Samson mic stand for it...." Read more

    "...I love the rich sound for voice, the beautiful look, and how well it is built. Software works perfectly for IOS iPad...." Read more

    "...I also love how this mic looks. It has that vintage look." Read more

    6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

    Customers like the microphone's flexibility. They say it has several modes and a wide range of options based on musical application. They also say it's easy to toggle between modes and adjust input gains. Customers also appreciate the tone quality of the sound it picks is amazing.

    "The depth and tone quality of the sound it picks is amazing...." Read more

    "...It has great tone and no audio hiss like my Blu mic. It has a wide range of options based on your musical application and I have been happy with..." Read more

    "...Well built and sturdy with several modes for flexibility." Read more

    "...use with my iPad and Ferrite Pro, great sound quality and easy to toggle between modes and adjust input gains on the mic...." Read more

    55 customers mention36 positive19 negative

    Customers are mixed about the performance of the microphone. Some mention that it works extremely well with iPads, laptops, and all apps. However, others say that it does not work for phone conversations, does not have enough power to plug in, and stopped working after less than 2 years.

    "...And I kid you not, this app worked miracles...." Read more

    "...The recording quality is crystal clear, and the output is superb. I have a 400w Yamaha home theater amp connected to my pc...." Read more

    "...But it just stopped working after less than 2 years. It was never dropped or spilled on or mishandled in any way...." Read more

    "...are amazing and for regular easy use, this thing outperforms pretty much every usb microphone out there!" Read more

    19 customers mention10 positive9 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the microphone. Some mention that it's worth the price, a great investment for their podcast, and the sound is decent for the money. However, others say that the connectivity plugins are too cheap and loose, the product wire is cheap, and it picks up a lot of low end.

    "...The build is nice and solid. Well worth it for the money. Don't bother looking at others. Just get it!!!" Read more

    "...It also picks up a lot of low end (I was about 18 inches away from the mic with 26dB gain) which I EQ'ed out, but then it exposes awful..." Read more

    "...I don't need the iRig audio interface anymore. Worth the money if you are serious about recording quality audio." Read more

    "...Their replacement cables are stupidly expensive ($40ish). This is inexplicable/inexcusable in an otherwise pretty high quality piece of kit...." Read more

    7 customers mention0 positive7 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the cord of the microphone. They mention that the original cable failed shortly after purchase, the USB cable gets disconnected all the time, and the mic has a dysfunctional Micro USB port. Some say that the cord breaks where the wire goes into the mic in the back.

    "...Just stopped. The original cable failed shortly after I bought the mic and had to be replaced. So something is amiss with the build." Read more

    "...I suspected the cable was bad, so I tried connecting the mic to my Android phone with another cable that was supplied in the box and it worked...." Read more

    "Great while it worked. The tiny and loose USB port unattached itself inside of the the item and has rendered it unusable." Read more

    "Mine had a dysfunctional Micro USB port, which is the weak spot of this mic! As well as no way to route it to a mixer.." Read more

    Great sound quality and simple to use
    5 Stars
    Great sound quality and simple to use
    I’m super happy! It is heavy in the hands and I LIKE that! It’s really simple to use. The audio quality on my Zoom meetings have been dramatically improved.Before I started using it for my Zoom meetings I tested it. I tried all settings and played a lot with the mic gain. For me , it works using it with the speech option and gain set to 5. When I use it with the gain set to 6 my voice is clearer and deeper but it has too much noise for my taste. So I set it to 5 and was more than pleased with the audio quality.How did I test it? I used the voice memo app in my Mac. And I started recording saying something like “this is a test with the mic in guitar setting and gain set to 6...” and I continued changing the settings while still recording. After I tried all settings, I knew that the speech option was the best for me. After that, I continued recording my voice and testing the different gain levels. It was like “now testing speech with gain in five, (switched it to six), now testing speech with the gain set to six( or four, three...). It was a little of work but I enjoyed it because I know how people is going to listen to my voice.
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    Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2019
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    Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2023
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Timeless look meets ease of use!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2023
    Very well made, metal, heavy and sturdy! The presets are amazing and for regular easy use, this thing outperforms pretty much every usb microphone out there!
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    Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2021
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    Maria
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente
    Reviewed in Brazil on April 19, 2023
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    Samuel Alejandro
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sorprendió mis expectativas al usarlo excelente calidad (aun que la caja llegó maltratada)
    Reviewed in Mexico on March 10, 2023
    Style: Gen 2 (plus USB-C cable)Verified Purchase
    Mauricio
    5.0 out of 5 stars Muy bueno y versátil.
    Reviewed in Mexico on July 9, 2022
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    Mauricio
    5.0 out of 5 stars Muy bueno y versátil.
    Reviewed in Mexico on July 9, 2022
    Yo lo ocupo para grabarme tocando la batería y me ha gustado mucho. Mejoró mucho el sonido de mis videos y es muy fácil de usar. Sin duda lo puedes ocupar para muchas más cosas. El único pero que le encuentro es que los cables que trae son muy cortos y me gustaría que fuera usb C.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Innamorata!
    Reviewed in Italy on November 10, 2023
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Innamorata!
    Reviewed in Italy on November 10, 2023
    Stile stupendo facile da usare suono pulito. Io lo uso soprattutto per la voce Whispering o soft Spoken ottima riuscita anche se lo tengo non vicinissimo. Arriva già con tre cavi per poterlo collegare ovunque, c’è il cavo per collegarlo direttamente all’iPhone, in tre secondi si scaricano le applicazioni che servono per fare video o registrare l’audio.sono davvero contenta di questo nuovo acquisto
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    Andy Garbas
    5.0 out of 5 stars I often wondered why Computer microphones were not made by companies that were known for mics???
    Reviewed in Canada on January 6, 2021
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