Shure intros MV7+ hybrid XLR/USB dynamic podcast mic

Shure says that the new MV7+ marks a significant step forward from its predecessor, by integrating a sleeker design and software upgrades built to offer even better audio quality with ease of use.

Aimed at streamers, podcasters, and musicians, the MV7+ uses Shure's Voice Isolation Technology to ensure the focus lies on the user’s voice, avoiding background noises and ensuring outstanding audio for every recording and streaming session. It also includes a new, innovative onboard Digital Signal Processing (DSP) engine which powers a suite of advanced features. These include an improved Auto Level Mode, a Digital Popper Stopper for enhanced plosive control, Real-time Denoiser, and Adjustable Reverb. 

It also features a full-touch LED live meter display and numerous customization options, and integrates with the free, new MOTIV Mix Desktop app. MOTIV Mix provides users with the ability to configure all aspects of the MV7+, as well as multi-track recording and routing to support users with a greater control of their livestreaming and recordings. 

Here’s the full features and benefits list:

• Multi-Color LED Touch Panel: Features over 16.8 million colors to visualize sound levels or engage an ambient pulse effect. A simple tap anywhere on the LED Panel Live Meter instantly mutes the microphone, ensuring privacy and control.
• Real-time Denoiser: Works in harmony with the microphone's Voice Isolation to deliver pristine sound, even in less-than-ideal recording environments.
• Digital Popper Stopper:  Remove harsh plosives sounds to avoid acoustic distractions and a cumbersome physical pop filter on camera.
• Improved Auto Level Mode: Intelligent audio adjustment adapts the microphones gain based on the distance, volume, and room dynamics, providing perfectly balanced sound automatically.
• Onboard Reverb: Choose from three types of onboard reverb settings--Plate, Hall, Studio—and set intensity levels to add desired depth and richness to recordings.
• Hybrid XLR and USB-C outputs: The MV7+ integrates into any setup as it provides hybrid USB-C and XLR output and connects seamlessly with laptop or phone.

The black MV7+ is available now starting at $279, with a white version due this summer for the same price. A MV7+ Podcast kit includes the microphone in black and a Gator mic stand for $299.