Shure Now Shipping MOTIV Range

Shure has announced its MOTIV range of digital products, are now shipping.

It includes four new Apple MFi Certified devices (made for iPhone, iPod, iPad), including three condenser microphones and a digital audio interface that can connect directly to any iOS device without additional adapters or connection kits. The MVL, an omnidirectional condenser lavalier microphone, is also part of the MOTIV range.

Shure MOTIV digital microphones, as well as the digital interface, feature user-selectable DSP preset modes to ensure high-quality sound, regardless of the application. Designed to support digital-recording users seeking better audio quality, MOTIV's preset modes – speech, singing, flat, acoustic instrument, and loud – set audio parameters behind the scenes. By using the preset modes to specify what is being recorded, select models automatically adjust the audio processing by setting gain, EQ, and compression.

• MV5 Digital Condenser Microphone (RRP £89)
The MV5 is compatible with iOS, Android, Mac, or PC devices and is ideal for recording vocals and acoustic instruments, or for use in podcasting or video chat. It comes equipped with three DSP modes and USB and Lightning cables. In addition, the MOTIV MV5 has a built-in headphone output for real-time monitoring and the custom tuned microphone capsule provides best-in-class audio. The MV5 is available in grey or in red and black. It ships complete with a detachable desktop stand and integrated thread mount compatible with any ¼ inch standard camera tripod.

• MV88 iOS Digital Stereo Condenser Microphone (RRP £119)
The MOTIV MV88 connects directly to any Apple iPhone, iPod, or iPad equipped with a Lightning connector to capture high-quality field recordings on the go. The mid-side microphone element is mounted to a 90-degree hinge with built-in rotation that allows for flexible microphone position, even in video applications. Five built-in DSP preset modes, plus 5-band EQ, stereo width control, and other features are accessed through the free ShurePlus MOTIV Mobile Recording App.

• MV51 Digital Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone (RRP £159)
Engineered for high-quality digital audio capture, the all-digital MOTIV MV51 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone ships with USB and Lightning cables and connects to any iOS, Android, Mac, or PC. Equipped with five onboard DSP preset modes to provide optimal recording results, the MV51 includes a touch panel control for quick access to gain, mute, and headphone volume adjustments. The one-inch capsule element provides unmatched audio results, which are monitored in real-time through the built-in headphone output. The vintage design includes an integrated kickstand for desktop use and quickly adapts for use with any standard mic stand.

• MVi Digital Audio Interface (RRP £95)
The MVi connects any XLR microphone or 1/4 instrument (guitar, bass, or keyboard) to an iOS, Android, Mac, or PC for high-quality audio capture. Equipped with five built-in DSP preset modes, the MVi includes Shure's onboard touch panel control for quick access to gain, phantom power, mute, and headphone volume adjustments. The MVi is portable with a low profile footprint and durable construction. It includes USB and Lightning cables.

• MVL Lavalier (RRP £43)
The MVL omnidirectional condenser lavalier microphone connects directly to tablets and smartphones for convenience and mobility. The MVL is designed to be used with Shure's newest iOS app, ShurePlus™ MOTIV Mobile Recording App.

• ShurePlus MOTIV Mobile Recording App (Free)
Designed for use with MOTIV Microphones, the ShurePlus MOTIV Mobile Recording App allows real-time adjustments for the best performance, based on the specific microphone it is being used with. The easy-to-use interface provides quality sound at 24-bit/48 kHz for clear audio in virtually any environment, as well as file sharing and gain control.

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