Shure MV51 Review: Digital Condenser Mic For Mac, PC, iPad Home Studio

[@MusicRepo]

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[@FukuDaiYOUNG]

Loved this review. An articulate speaker who comprehensively covered the topic without extraneous and unnecessary chit chat, in a personable and easy-to-understand style for someone who is a beginner to the world of audio recording. Thank you.

[@MusicRepo]

Wow, thank you!

[@WCSkills]

Thanks for the review. I just ordered this mic and am happy to report the latest version comes with a USB-C cable as well.

[@denniscraven8438]

What a delightful review. I am building a humble recording setup for demos and zoom. I was just watching a zoom recording w 3 people. The host audio was so clear that I began to study the mic which was visible in the shot. That brought me to the 51. The SM7 seems to be the darling in podcasting currently. But the the 51 is SO clear and succinct! I’ll be getting straight away.

[@shaunstube]

Great comprehensive and informative review. Buying one just on this review. Cheers!

[@pinkypoohable]

Absolutely helpful. Thanks a lot for the information about this mic. I've had it for a year now for my old apple devices but I couldn't figure out how to use it on my new android mobile device. Thanks for the info about the OTG adaptor and the open camera app, I figured out a way how to use it my current android setup. Thanks a million and more power to you.👍🏻

[@hally0john]

Everyone who is trying, and struggling, like me should watch your posts. I have learnt so much from you. I see from your comments a lot are from girls!!! Guys please watch you will learn loads..

[@edstockman5584]

Thanks for the info and appreciate your listing. My wife is getting into home recording, and my own knowledge is 10+ years out of date! So I appreciate the guides in getting her going, plus I was interested in gifting her this mic as a good basic started. All around, great help!

[@elena_milano]

I love this longer in-depth review. I'd really like the same type of reviews on lets say the Blue Yeti X and/or the Rode NT-USB. Love the detail of the item as opposed to your short video reviews.

[@TheGuitologist]

Cheers! Nice one, love.

[@marclefevre9153]

Thanks a lot for your clear voice and all the detalis you are given to each of us. Furthermore, it's very helpful for me to understand easily your words, cause english is not my lother tongue.

[@WayneRtherightstuff360]

Hello, just found you from mixer vs interface vid. I invested in one of these last year as I contacted them for a mic to use when streaming live to TikTok. I play saxophone am a little dispointed. It works fine on TikTok but the sound quality with backing music isn’t as good as I want. Will comment on setup on other video. Great post!

[@winterheat]

I think I like the Speech mode more than the Flat mode if it is pure speaking

[@Tyra.White55]

Very cool product review 👌😁👍

[@officialWWM]

Shure looks good!

[@amlecciones]

Hi, I found your videos by searching this mic. I really would like to know your camera lighting setup because I love it. All the rest feel like they have the sun 10m away from their face. Your setup makes it more easy on the eyes to look at your face. Thank you! God bless.

[@austinmaro_music]

Based on your excellent review, I bought one today. Thank you

[@quattron-1126]

Wow! That was one amazing and very informative review! Thank you very much!

[@vintagepete5744]

Great review 😁 love that mic

[@stevemccarthy4108]

Thank you for this video, explaining the Shure MV 51 microphone. It was a really good review. However, I need to ask you, maybe a difficult question? I am blind and I was just wondering, how easy do you think it would be to change the different modes, without sight? Are there buttons on it? Or is it a touch screen and if so, is there some kind of vibration to indicate you are moving from one mow to the other? I really like the description of this microphone. I am just starting out on my recording journey, but this Mic seems to have everything I would require. Singing, speaking, instrument pick ups. I know I’ve put you on the spot, and I apologise, but if you were able to give me some advice that would be great. If you don’t think this Mike phone would be accessible for someone with no site, could you please advise me on another type of microphone? Looking forward to watching all of your videos, I’ve only just come across you and you explain things in the clear and methodical way. Thank you 13:27

[@garyreidmusic]

Stopping for a silent moment was a great idea, and definitely raised my interest in this mic. My only concern is having a Moto G Fast and wondering if I'll need an adapter to use this...

[@b.u.g.i.g.a.n.g.a]

Thank you!

[@nesrethoxha1643]

HELLO from Nesret. Thanks a lot for very good explaining about Sure MV51. I have also the same mic. but my question is: DO THIS MIC HAVE A APP FOR WINDOWS?????? Thanks a lot and have a good time.

[@TheBroadcastStudio365]

Very helpful and professional!

[@antoniocruz1163]

Thank you

[@cilledelight4831]

Thank you for this thorough review 👍🏼👌🏼👏🏻❤️

[@printyourimaginationspw8261]

The best video ever tqsm 💐

[@elroels]

Hi, wonderful . Can i use doing streaming, lives, etc ?

[@Bundleofpawsphotography]

Just found you and subscribed. Awesome reviews. Took the plunge for the mv51. Curious if you've ever found issue since there doesn't seem to be shock mount for it in your use in home office?

[@MusicRepo]

Hi, I don't have a shockmount ... I didn't experience any problems with that mic. In fact I loved it. I am not sure whether you could use it with a shockmount actually, because it isn't a standard shape. And I found a tweet from Shure that said the same thing twitter.com/shure/status/980803693556756480?lang=en I am glad you like the video, thanks 🙏

[@JohnPinto]

Excellent primer!

[@vel2118]

Hey! is it necessary or do you recommend using the mic with a mixer/audio interface to do recordings? I’ve got a docusrite itrack dock audio interface btw but unfortunately I don’t know if there’s a way to plug the my shure mv 51 into it...

[@samblanton967]

You can not edit microphone settings on the desktop version of the motive app.

[@Iska1023]

I followed your instructions and bought the expensive port but it still doesn’t work on my iPad Pro

[@hkstanley]

Hi ~ can MV51 plug to a device with 3.5mm audio jack input? Such as Canon camera ? And what is the main difference between MV5 and MV51? Thank you.

[@icanbeyourheraLIVE]

I subscribed. Great help for a small youtuber and musician/streamer like me 🙏🏼 thank you

[@MusicRepo]

Thanks 😀

[@julieperrault5568]

You mention that you use a USB extension cable, but no details. I want to buy an extension cable to be able to record video of acoustic piano using ipad and mv51 for better sound. 1 meter is too short. Can you give me more info on the extension you are referring to. Thank you

[@zhipingliu]

Interesting. So it would not work for any Android phone?

[@maximogomez5613]

Great review, do you think this will be good to record guided meditations on my iphone?

[@fondawoodard5885]

I enjoyed your review. I am wondering why Shure doesn't have an app for the Mac?

[@MusicRepo]

Thanks for you comment. You have more control over the mic from your Mac Settings than you would on a mobile device I guess

[@MatiasLeidemer]

Great review, thank you! Btw, what stand are you using for the mic?

[@julieperrault5568]

Hello, since the supplied cables are only 1 meter long, you mention you are using an extension. I have been to the stores and no one knows what i m talking about. Would be please give me more details as to what kind of cable extension I need to use for MV51 to Ipad lightning connector. I want to record acoustic piano video with ipad with better sound using MV51, bot cable is too short. Thank you

[@CuteVoodooDoll]

Very good review❣️ Is the mic also compatible with WebEx App or the pc version? Thank you 🙂

[@ZeBubba]

Just a great review! This seems like an ideal solution for my acoustic & electric (in front of cab) guitar and drum recordings for Instagram to connect to my iPhone. I've used a Zoom H2 for years to get good sound, but it is a hassle to combine it all in iMovie on my Mac. I would just love to get good sound on the video-file from the get-go, stereo or not. Would this work nicely for my needs or are there good competitors? Cheers!

[@RishabhSawant]

I don’t think this will record your voice when the video app is recording you on your iPhone. It only records your voice when their own app is open on your iPhone.

[@milesian1]

@@RishabhSawant Not true. That's what the Shure Motiv Video app is for.

[@OneStopLearning]

I bought one but am going mad. The sound is lovely but why do I have an echo in my headphones. The headphones are plugged directly into the microphone. I called Shure but they were no help at all. What am I doing wrong please?

[@jodymayhew9344]

Are you on a mac or pc

[@joke-land]

thanks for this detailed review. is the 24-bit depth default? if not, how we should set it on 24-bit?

[@NiravRecipes]

Hi which mode is best for voice over ? Without any editing ..like plug and play? Plz plz reply

[@InfluentialFinance]

Are you able to personalize and edit the presets?

[@BhaskarNatarajan8055]

Nice review 👌 Where can I check this out in India? Could you please let me know?

[@sicilyzhang6647]

i just don’t know why not use usb-c instead of usb-a? usb-a is not compatible with loads of cell phones🥺

[@Savadiaka101]

Can it work with the MAC Big Sur OS? I plugged in the USB and it said Microphone not connected!

[@Quacka666]

Does this allow mix adjustment between computer sound and mic monitoring?

[@donburgess7575]

Him I just got the MV51 and was trying to figure out how to use it to record a Facebook Live or KZbin Live while using my IPhone. I can't seem to get the mike powered up without it connecting to the app on my phone, which then doesn't allow me to use FB or YT :(

[@wastedsoftly3899]

Did you ever figure it out

[@jotjotzzz5357]

You may need a usb powered hub. There is not enough power to connect directly to phones.

[@lcmusic6489]

Hello - just reading your review above - thank you. It has a number of settings for various different scenarios but if singing and playing guitar which setting would you suggest i.e vocal or acoustic, and would the mic pick up both sufficiently? Thank you.

[@JS3music]

Can I use this prototype to interface with GarageBand iOS? Like I want to monitor with headphones while I track vocals. Will I be able to hear all of my tracks playing at the same time if I use this device w headphone monitoring? Or will it just monitor the single voice going into the phone? I use newest iPhone 14 GarageBand iOS and it’s very nice. But I need to mic now and hear the music same time via headphones. Would you know the answer to this? Please and thank you.

[@kennybautista7698]

Can any one tell me if is it worth buying this shure mv51 instead of shure sm57 ( yes i have the interfaz)

[@faheemahamed4510]

I am struggling to get the Shure MOTIV software for iOS for MacBook that is compatible for MV51. The one they have on the website shows compatibility limited for two other options. Kindly advise and share the right link to download. Many thanks

[@claudejonesderrick]

it messed my program u[, my ableton music program dissappear , each time i plug it in my computer

[@claudiacauteruccio6846]

Ho! Can i use this microphone with Xiaomi Redmi note 9 pro?

[@Nailed2thecrossradio]

Hello is this good for live streaming at home? Will it pick up a lot of noise? And does it have to be right up to my mouth for streaming? Thanks in advance

[@danvillewilks9549]

I would love to know what USB microphone do you think gives the best studio quality vocals for music recording

[@printyourimaginationspw8261]

Mam does it work on Android while singing on apps like StarMaker? I heard it didn't work! Pl reply thanks with regards from India

[@anaolmedo8004]

Hi everyone! Great video! I am just kinda lost, what recording app do you suggest I get to record with it from my PC?

[@zach6473]

I’d say the most basic and simple recording app on PC is Audacity, I see it as a must have for anyone who’s starting out with any type of audio work, who doesn’t feel like spending money on something like Ableton.

[@Little3888]

Can this mic work with newer macbooks with usb-c and thunderbolt ports?

[@dbti8243]

What’s the best boom stand that works for the MV51?

[@icanbeyourheraLIVE]

Hello! I am trying to setup for a travel setup i have guitar and i sing too... i have ipad mini too so do you think this is great outdoor?

[@MusicRepo]

Hi, I haven't tried it outdoors. I think it would be fantastic for a mobile setup ... and excellent for guitar and singing. But outdoors it might pick up a lot of background noise as well You might want something more directional?

[@cilledelight4831]

Hi, is the sound quality of this mic can be equal if I were to use an xlr with interface? Thanks 😊

[@cilledelight4831]

Music Repo a focusrite 2i2 and at2020 mic for example. do you think the sound quality of this Shure mic is good enough even though it’s a usb mic. Thanks

[@snsshorts]

Beside the MV51, which other Shure models have this old school design? I'm looking for the old school mic as shown on this video: The Great Pretender by the Platters kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKCtnXt_n7ulbJo

[@Rapha_Carpio]

but you use that filter, what about without the filter... i don't like the filter cuz ruin the aesthic of the mic =)

[@healingyourmind7424]

How can I record my Bible Sermons on KZbin using MV51 USB Microphone?

[@MusicRepo]

How are you making the video? You can connect the MV51 direct to a mobile phone if you are using that to film. Otherwise, you could record to a laptop or mobile device the audio and later match it to the video

[@242Gorch]

You are so wonderful 😍