Live meters: Turn your Touch Panel LEDs into a visual volume meter for easy monitoring. If are using Manual mode and notice the level reaches the input meter peak, switch to Auto Level or lower the mic gain.

The Shure MV7 is a dream for beginners, or anyone who needs a mic but doesn’t necessarily need to know how it works. They are also capable of withstanding the kind of high sound pressure levels (SPL) that damage delicate condenser mics, making them a great choice for recording any loud sound source from heavy metal singers to guitar cabs. Unplug and reconnect the cable so that the app recognizes the microphone. You'll know that the connection is made when you see the desktop application display the correct microphone settings. Limiter and Compressor settings Fine tune your audio with limiter and compressor controls. See "Advanced Mic Settings" for more information. So, which microphone is better? Should we all switch our allegiance away from the ruling but ageing SM7B, and instead embrace the new pretender, the MV7, with open arms? Well, no, it's not quite as simple as that.

Auto Level Mode / Manual Mode AUTO LEVEL mode allows the app to select best choices for your recording needs. Or select MANUAL mode for full control over the microphone settings. These credentials are enhanced further by the MV7’s complementary mobile/computer app, MOTIV, which provides real-time tone correction and tools to elevate your sound further. Whether you’re aiming for BBC-style depth and tonality or something with a touch more high-end sparkle, the app takes care of everything. In practice, this greatly reduces the extent of any post production which is required, meaning you get ‘pro grade’ results without needing to be an audio engineer. You can see why this would appeal.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: LED Behavior Turn on Live meters to use your Touch Panel for mic gain metering. Use Night mode to lower the brightness of your Touch Panel. See "LED Behavior" for more information on using these features for metering and dimming. Or is the MV7 little more than a cheaper, second-rate SM7B with a few additional fancy bells and whistles? Yes, it was shrewd of Shure to model the MV7's appearance on the SM7B but it’s way more capable than a lookie-likey budget mic. The SM7B has gained legendary status among producers, recording engineers and podcasters alike. Many will accept nothing else, but should they (and streamers) consider the new MV7 microphone instead? Thanks to a dual XLR and USB output, the MV7 will slot seamlessly into your current tech configuration. The supported USB-C/USB-A output for PC and Mac is extremely useful, while a pro XLR output can be used to connect to mixers, interfaces and any other audio gear you might have to hand.Audio distortion usually comes from overloading the microphone which causes clipping. Lower your mic gain for the best sound recording. The MV7 takes advantage of the ShurePlus Motiv software, which lets you tweak and fine-tune your sound with relative ease. From here, you can mess with things like adding compression to your voice, adjust your EQ, and add a limiter. One of the more understated features is the Auto Level Mode. We've seen similar features in other mics, such as the Elgato Wave 3, which basically keeps you from hitting the red. That's especially useful if your content involves lots of shouting or singing or both. So now you don't have to worry about bursting your viewers' eardrums when a jump scare gets the better of you in Phasmophobia. Also, nice if you're a bit of an audio novice, and your recording area isn't acoustic-friendly. The MV7 is also much smaller, lighter and convenient than the SM7B. Anyone seriously considering an SM7B will know that you’ll need a fairly beefy mic preamp offering at least 60 decibels of clean gain to get the sound the pros so love. The MV7 is therefore a more affordable solution for those looking to upgrade their setup without breaking the bank. The fact that the mic will “grow” with you when you’re ready to buy a quality interface is just the icing on the cake!

Mic placement isn't nearly as critical either. Provided the MV7 is pointed accurately at the sound source, it performs best within one to six inches, but you can get away with three times that distance. This, and the fact that the MV7 is smaller, will appeal to YouTubers who don't want their faces obstructed by a large, close mic. Monitor Toggle Press the mode/headphone button to toggle between microphone (green) and headphone (orange) volume controls. Long press to activate monitor mix controls (both green and orange). Another long press to return to separate microphone and headphone volume controls. This is where a microphone like the Shure MV7 comes in. It’s not quite a match for the SM7B when it comes to sound quality, despite the similar appearance; however its USB connectivity makes it far easier to get started with and its sound quality is extremely good. The MV7 is also partial to a healthy portion of gain but is nowhere near as greedy as its stablemate. In fact, plug it in to your laptop via USB and you'll immediately have access to 35dB of gain, which is quite sufficient.

The MOTIV Desktop Application offers control over microphone settings and includes the following additional features: