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MV88plus -- MV88+ Video Kit

General Description

The Shure MV88+ is a professional quality condenser microphone that plugs directly into a mobile device using a
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Lightning or USB-C connector. Two microphone capsules in a Mid-Side configuration provide an adjustable
stereo image, suitable for capturing a variety of sources, including music and speech. The Shure MOTIV app al­
lows you to customize your sound with digital signal processing (DSP), preset mode selection, gain adjustment,
compression, and stereo width control.
Features
Mid-Side Stereo
Supports the classic mid-side stereo recording technique. Uses coincident cardioid and bidirectional capsules to
adjust the stereo width while providing excellent mono capability.
Plug-and-Play Operation
Compatible with iOS, Android, PC and Mac devices.
Note: See https://xwww.shure.com/MOTIVcompatibility (https://www.shure.com/MOTIVcompatibility) for informa­
tion on recommended Android devices.
Compact and Durable
Lightweight, all-metal construction and small enough to carry anywhere. Like all Shure products, ensures reliability
in the field.
Flexible Recording Control with the Shure MOTIV App
The Shure MOTIV recording app controls microphone settings, such as gain, stereo width, and preset modes, and
includes the following features:
• Landscape or portrait record options
• Basic audio editing
• Markers for keeping track of audio
• Dark theme for low-light recording situations
• Support for all MOTIV microphones
• Five band equalizer
• Live streaming capability
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• Dropbox™, AirPlay and Bluetooth support
• Factory and custom user presets
• Multiple bit depth and sample rate options
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  • Page 1: General Description

    MV88plus -- MV88+ Video Kit General Description The Shure MV88+ is a professional quality condenser microphone that plugs directly into a mobile device using a ® Lightning or USB-C connector. Two microphone capsules in a Mid-Side configuration provide an adjustable stereo image, suitable for capturing a variety of sources, including music and speech.

  • Page 2: Quick Setup

    Shure Incorporated Quick Setup Mounting the Microphone 2/36...
  • Page 3 Select a preset mode that matches your recording situation. Set mic gain and stereo width to optimize audio recordings. See "Aiming the Microphone" for mic placement information and "The Shure MOTIV App" for infor­ mation on adjusting compression, equalization, and more.

  • Page 4: Microphone Orientation

    Shure Incorporated Microphone Orientation Rotate the microphone barrel in the mic clip to ensure that your stereo recordings are accurate. Point the front of the microphone toward the sound source. For landscape (horizontal) recording, position the L and R indicators to the right and left.

  • Page 5: Audio Recording

    Shure Incorporated Tip: For correct stereo orientation, ensure that the Shure name is clearly visible on the top of the microphone. If the name is not visible, adjust the microphone accordingly. Audio Recording Position your recording device so you can monitor the recording. Aim the front of the microphone toward the source, with left and right sides of the microphone barrel facing the appropriate directions.
  • Page 6 Audio Interview (Tabletop) Attach the mic clip directly onto the Manfrotto mic stand. Select the MONO BIDIRECTIONAL polar pattern in the Shure MOTIV app. Point one side of the microphone barrel toward the subject and the other toward the interview­ 6/36...
  • Page 7 Shure Incorporated Video Interview • To record audio from on-camera audio only, select the CARDIOID polar pattern and point the microphone to­ ward your subject. 7/36...
  • Page 8 Shure Incorporated • To capture the voices of both the on-camera subject and the off-camera interviewer, select the MONO ­ BIDIRECTIONAL polar pattern in the app. Position the microphone with the left and right sides facing each per­ son. Handheld Recording The legs collapse to create a portable hand-held stand.
  • Page 9 Shure Incorporated 9/36...

  • Page 10: Mic Setup

    Shure Incorporated The Shure MOTIV App Use the Shure MOTIV app to change microphone settings and to record, edit, and share audio. The device stores the most recently used settings for quick setup each time you record. Tip: Turn on Airplane Mode and Do Not Disturb to prevent interruptions to the recording caused by phone calls, text messages, or alerts.
  • Page 11 Shure Incorporated 11/36...

  • Page 12: Preset Modes

    Shure Incorporated ① Lock Mode Toggle between Locked and Unlocked settings to prevent accidental changes to settings when handling your device during recording. When mic settings are Locked, the setting screen is grayed out. ② Mic/Record Status When the app is recording, a red dot flashes next to the name of the connected micro­...
  • Page 13 Shure Incorporated Mode Application Characteristics An unprocessed signal (no equalization or compression settings used). Adds flexibility when processing the audio after recording. Flat acoustic instruments Medium stereo width with transparent compression to smooth out volume and quiet music spikes and bring out quiet passages. The equalizer setting emphasizes detail and an overall natural sound.
  • Page 14 Shure Incorporated Raw Mid-Side Front = On Sides = On See "Raw Mid-Side Output" for more information. Raw Mid-Side Output For increased post-processing flexibility, use the Raw Mid-Side setting. This records signal a 2-channel signal with a stereo image that can be adjusted even after the tracks have been recorded:...
  • Page 15 Shure Incorporated Manual Decoding of Raw Mid-Side Audio Monitor Mix Blend Tap the Monitor Mix button to view monitoring controls. Use the monitor mix slider to determine how much of each input you hear. For best results, start monitoring at the midpoint and adjust.
  • Page 16 Shure Incorporated Equalizer, Limiter, and Compressor Fine tune your equalizer, limiter, and compressor settings. Change the preset modes to hear the DSP changes, and adjust individual settings to dial in your sound. Note: Equalization within presets will not be displayed. However, the EQ icon in the Mic Setup screen displays user-selected equalization.
  • Page 17 Demo mode allows you to try out the functionality of all devices in the MOTIV series. Explore their features in the Shure MOTIV app without a microphone plugged in. Note: Settings in demo mode are for demonstration and are not saved within the app. Demo mode is only avail­...
  • Page 18 Shure Incorporated Record Settings ① Connected Device Status 18/36...

  • Page 19: Microphone Gain

    Shure Incorporated Status displays the MOTIV device or whether audio is received from the built­in microphone. Red flashing dot indi­ cates that recording is in progress. ② Settings Status Displays the icons for currently enabled advanced settings. ③ Microphone Gain Adjust the volume of the sound source.

  • Page 20: Recording Tips

    Rotate the MV88+ barrel in the mic clip to accommodate portrait or landscape recording. L and R are labeled to show stereo orientation of the microphone. The stereo image is accurate if the Shure logo is facing upward. Use the Dark Theme Select the Dark appearance option to change the app from light gray to dark gray.
  • Page 21 Shure Incorporated Note: If your microphone accidentally becomes disconnected during recording, MOTIV will automatically stop the recording. The save file dialog will appear, prompting you to name and save your audio. Monitor your Recordings To make sure that your recordings sound great, plug headphones directly into the headphone output on your MOTIV device.
  • Page 22 Converting Multiple Files Shure MOTIV allows you to convert, share, or delete multiple files at a time. Only WAV files can be converted. 1. Tap Select in the top-right corner of My Recordings. 2. Select all the files that you want to convert. A blue check mark will appear next to selected files.
  • Page 23 Shure Incorporated Playback Double-tap the track name in the audio player to access the Playback window. ① Track Information Information of the currently playing track is displayed, including title, file format, bit depth, sample rate, and whether the track is in stereo and mono.

  • Page 24: Navigating The Timeline

    Shure Incorporated Editing Your Audio Tap Edit to access editing controls for each track. The MOTIV Editor allows you to polish your recordings before sharing them with friends or online. There are two edit mode options: • Split Mode allows you to split a long audio file into one or more separate tracks. This is useful when you've recorded a long performance and want to be able to listen to different sections individually.
  • Page 25 Shure Incorporated • Select and drag the markers on the timeline to adjust your loop. • Press Play to hear the loop and adjust until you find the best sound. Markers Markers are audio bookmarks that allow you to return to specific points in your recording. They do not affect play­...
  • Page 26 Shure Incorporated Editor ① Timeline Display See your entire timeline. Zoom in for precise editing. ② Trim / Split Select Select your edit mode. ③ Marker List All recordings begin with Start and End markers. See "Markers" for more information.
  • Page 27 Shure Incorporated Editing in Split Mode ① Timeline Display See your entire timeline. Zoom in for precise editing. ② Trim / Split Select Select your edit mode. ③ Playback Controls Loop, Rewind, Play/Pause, or Add Bookmarks to your track. ④ Marker List Item Displays name and position in hours, minutes, seconds, and milliseconds.

  • Page 28: Save To Camera Roll

    Shure Incorporated 6. MOTIV uses the file name but adds numbers to the names of your new, separated tracks. In Split mode, when you divide a track in half, My Recordings now displays three tracks. The original track remains intact and the first and second tracks that were created with the Split edit.
  • Page 29 Shure Incorporated Customize Track Artwork You have the option to add an image to your recording. 1. In the My Recordings tab, select the file that needs artwork. 2. Tap the three dots next to the file name. 3. Select Add Artwork to view available image files.
  • Page 30 Shure Incorporated Now that your file is uploaded to Dropbox, you can store backup copies of your recordings or share them on social media. ® AirDrop with MOTIV MOTIV supports the ability to AirDrop WAV files to selected contacts. 1. Open the MOTIV app and go to My Recordings.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Shure Incorporated Note: Large files may take longer to upload. Now that your files are downloaded to your computer you can add them to the iTunes library or import them into any audio editing program. Note: Use the add file button to upload audio from your computer to the MOTIV app.

  • Page 32: System Requirements

    Shure Incorporated Note: It may be useful to reset the app to restore functionality. Perform a hard reset by unplugging and re-plugging the microphone. Firmware Firmware is embedded software in each component that controls functionality. Periodically, new versions of firmware are developed to incorporate additional features and enhancements. To take advantage of design im­...
  • Page 33 Shure Incorporated Stereo Principle Mid-Side Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz Adjustable Gain Range 0 to +36 dB Sensitivity [1] [2] -37 dBFS/Pa at 1 kHz Maximum SPL 120 dB SPL Limiter Compressor Equalizer 5-band Power Requirements Powered through USB or Lightning connector...

  • Page 34: Bit Depth

    Shure Incorporated Bit Depth Sampling Rate 48 kHz 44.1 kHz 48 kHz 44.1 kHz Frequency Response Accessories Furnished Accessories MV88 Foam Windscreen AMV88-WS MV88 Carrying Case AMV88-CC 1 15 inch USB-C cable AMV-USBC15 1 15 inch Lightning cable AMV-LTG15 Manfrotto Table Top Tripod...

  • Page 35: Optional Accessories

    (screened) cable types may degrade EMC performance. This product meets the Essential Requirements of all relevant European directives and is eligible for CE marking. The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from: www.shure.com/europe/compliance Authorized European representative: Shure Europe GmbH Headquarters Europe, Middle East &...
  • Page 36 Air, iPad mini, and Lightning are trademarks of Apple Inc. The trademark “iPhone” is used in Japan with a license from Aiphone K.K. Dropbox and the Dropbox logo are trademarks of Dropbox, Inc. Shure MOTIV is not affiliated with or otherwise sponsored by Dropbox, Inc. ® ®...

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