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Shure MV51 Digital Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone with USB and Lightning Cables
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Recommended Uses For Product | Streaming, Singing |
Brand | Shure |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Connector Type | USB, 3.5 mm Jack |
Special Feature | Stand |
Compatible Devices | Tablet, Headphone |
Color | Silver |
Included Components | MV51/A |
Polar Pattern | Unidirectional |
Item Weight | 1.75 Pounds |
About this item
- 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
- Iconic grille inspired by vintage Shure products and all-metal construction
- Lightning connector and USB cables included
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Sound quality | 4.6 | — | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Value for money | 4.2 | — | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 4.4 |
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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. | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Usb Microphone | PHANTOM POWER: All condenser microphones require phantom power to operate. Please refer to the User Manual for more details on power requirements. |
connectivity tech | USB | Auxiliary | USB | USB, XLR | USB | USB |
connector type | 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 |
material | Metal | Metal | — | — | — | Aluminum |
audio sensitivity | -39 decibels | 39 decibels | 125 decibels | 45 decibels | — | 38 decibels |
signal-to-noise ratio | — | 78 decibels | 60 decibels | 80 decibels | 95 decibels | 76 decibels |
hardware platform | Tablet, PC, Smartphone | Tablet, Smartphone | Tablet, PC | PC, Mac | PC, Mac | PC, Tablet, Smartphone |
polar pattern | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Bidirectional | Unidirectional |
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Product information
Item Weight | 1.75 pounds |
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Product Dimensions | 3.5 x 6.3 x 4.3 inches |
ASIN | B010W6WFEA |
Item model number | MV51 |
Batteries | 1 AAA batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #6,802 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #4 in Live Performance Microphones #375 in Computer Microphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 1, 2015 |
Color Name | Silver |
Compatible Devices | Tablet, Headphone |
Connector Type | USB, 3.5 mm Jack |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Material Type | Metal |
Hardware Platform | PC, Tablet, Smartphone |
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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Product Description
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.
From the manufacturer
Looks Like The Past
Sounds Like The Future
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.
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At home or on the road
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MV51 packs the power of a century of audio experience into a portable mic that uses pro components.
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For iOS, Mac and PC
Plug and Play
Set up in an instant and connect to your iOS, Mac or PC using supplied Lightning or USB-A cables.
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Built-in
Headphone Monitoring
3.5mm output for real-time headphone monitoring/playback. Adjust volume directly on the touch panel.
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For simple set-up
5 DSP Preset Modes
Choose from five DSP preset modes for singing, speech, acoustic, loud and flat.
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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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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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I tested it by connecting to my 2018 MacBook Pro and using QuickTime and Zoom to record simple audio clips.
Like all the other reviewers say, this mic is built like a tank. Weighs 1lb in an all metal casing, really nice input and output jacks, touch panel is responsive and everything just feels like it was built with care and pride.
Voice quality. I have this about 5-6" away from my mouth, with 50% gain, in neutral mode and my voice sounds really clear. Finally a setup that I can comfortably 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.
Since this is a condenser mic, it will literally pick up everything that remotely resembles a sound wave. My toddler banging toys around the hallway or whining? Yep. Someone washing their hands? Yep. Talking in the other room? Yep. Birds chirping outside while my window is closed? Yep. BUT my voice is still super clear! Yay!
So how to remove the unwanted background noise from a condenser mic when using it in real-time? Remember, I can't do post processing because I'm on a live conference call, not making a recording. Some reviewers will say lower the gain and get intimate with your mic, like really intimate. Um, no thanks. I'm on conference calls 4-5 hours a day. Others will say ditch the condenser mic and get a dynamic mic with XLR connection, run it through a USB audio interface into your computer, and problem solved. Um, no thanks. I don't have the Taj Mahal of desks to add more boxes on it.
Solution for noise cancellation? Add a noise gate app, which is a bit of software on your computer that takes your audio, runs it through its algorithm to eliminate unwanted background noise, and outputs a cleaner version. I found one called Krisp AI, and as of May 2019 it is only available in Macs, but there are other noise gate apps available in Windows as well. Basically, under my mac's input and output I have Krisp available as a selection, so in the Krisp app I choose the Shure MV51 as both the output and input but in my web conference app I choose Krisp. And I kid you not, this app worked miracles. And by miracles I mean I was doing a test run and my 2.5 year old started crying in the bathroom next door because he fell in the toilet (still potty training) and my recording picked up zero crying. Zero. And oh yeah it doesn't pick up my keyboard or mouse clicks that are 3" from the mic. Safe to say, a noise gate was the way to go for me.
Conclusion? Love this mic. Lots of great USB mics available out there, specially in the $150-200 range. I mainly chose this one because I like the look of it, had good reviews, and there was a touch sensitive mute button. Mostly because there was a touch sensitive mute button. Seriously. But I'm glad I went with this one anyway.
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2023
Which brought me to Shure I always loved the Super 55 but as I don't want to have to play with XLR and a mixer and the possible need for a cloud lighter etc, I started looking at the USB mics looking for something that gave me the same vibe as the Super 55 , then I saw it the MV51 the fact that it looked so much like the old school shure model 51 sonodyne dynamic microphone sold me almost immediately.
So fast forward to the unboxing I love how well packed it was and once you get it in your hand the metal construction feels like I should have paid so much more for this mic, hooking it up and integrating it in to OBS was a breeze, my first live stream my viewers loved the sound quality the built in DSP settings really helped to bring my voice to where I had wanted it all along, I not only get comments on the sound but everyone LOVES the look of this mic, its different its not the " Meta " and I adore that about this mic.
My only complaint and its not worth giving it any less then 5 stars in the length of the cable, thankfully I had a rather long cable that worked perfectly fine. I can not say enough wonderful things about this mic , thank you Shure for helping me take my live stream to the next level!
Plug in and record. Has worked will all of my apps so far. Would like to see a compact version. I also own a MV88 and the sound quality just isn’t as good as MV51.
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Reviewed in Mexico on July 9, 2022
Reviewed in Italy on November 10, 2023
One day I woke up and was listening to some high quality Media (CD's) and one just sounded so good. I thought boy I wonder how this disc was recorded... I opened the little booklet and as I was reading in the details of the recording, there is was SHURE brand microphones... I almost wacked myself in the head and said... hey I forgot about SHURE! so I went online and looked them up and although they are not the typical branded computer microphone... I found this one and I ordered it.
Not a word of a lie.... the first zoom meeting in the first conversation, one of my colleagues asks.... what did you do to your computer? I am like "What do you mean" he says... "I can hear you like you are sitting beside me in the room at my computer." For the rest of the meeting everyone let me talk and say my thoughts and frankly I realized that I had more attention and authority in this meeting than I had in any previous ZOOM meeting. I realized that this came from the fact I sounded so "REAL" and clear. I know such a silly thing... but these zoom meetings lose that personal touch, that "in your face" type conversation but one with subtlety and inflection. The nuance in the way you deliver a word that changes its grammatical meaning.
All these calls and meetings and I waisted so much time and effort talking and not being heard (Figuratively speaking). This Shure microphone gave me an immediate presence and advantage and honestly has become my closest business friend. I am constantly being called and asked about what I use for a webcam, and when I ask what it is about their inquiry caused their call... they always say THE AUDIO! I then explain that although I have a good quality webcam (1080P) the audio is my microphone and when they learn what I am using most say, "hey I remember Shure is that the same brand that makes microphones for the stage and concerts?" and I say yes, then they usually say...wow why dont more of the computer systems come with shure branded microphones... I say I have no idea... and in the few situations where my colleagues have purchased the shure microphone... I always get a call back with a thank you for recommending such a good well built excellent performing microphone! I highly recommend buying this unit and can seriously say... it is SOOOO MUCH better than most of the "computer brand marketed" units... with fancy blue LED lights! Shure does what it has always done on stage or in studios... makes you sound really really good! Andy Garbas