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MV5

Digital Condenser Microphone

The Shure digital condenser microphone, MV5, user guide.

Version: 3 (2019-H)

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Table of Contents

		Adjusting Microphone Level	7
MV5Digital Condenser Microphone	3	Adjusting Headphone Level	7
General Description	3	Accessing the Control Panel	8
Features	3	Input Meter Level	8
Quick Setup	3	Listening Through Headphones	8
Connections and Controls	4	Sampling Rate and Bit Depth	8
Preset Modes	4	Troubleshooting	9
Advanced Mic Settings	5
Equalizer	5	System Requirements and Compatibility	9
Placement	6	Specifications	10
Podcast and Voice Recording	6	Accessories	12
Music, Singing, and Acoustic Instruments	6	Furnished Accessories	12
Bands and Louder Sources	6
Additional Tips	7	Certifications	12
		Information to the user	13

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MV5

Digital Condenser Microphone

General Description

The Shure MV5 microphone connects directly to a computer or mobile device over a USB or Lightning® connection. Ideal for home recording or podcasting, the MV5 features preset voice and instrument record modes for fast, easy configuration.

Features

•Convenient, Compact Design: This sleek and durable microphone mounts on the Shure MV5 desktop stand or any stand with a 1/4" threaded adapter.

•Plug and Play: The MV5 automatically becomes the active audio device when plugged into a USB or Lightning compati­ ble device.

•Preset Modes: Minimize setup time with preset DSP modes designed to adjust your gain, equalization and compression for a variety of applications.

Quick Setup

1. Connect the microphone to a computer or mobile device. Use the appropriate cable (USB or Lightning).

The Green status LED indicates a successful connection.

Note: When using apps like Voice Memo, the LED will not light until Record is engaged.

2.Confirm that the MV5 is the selected audio device.

Most computers and mobile devices automatically detect the MV5 and assign it as the primary audio device. If your computer settings default to another device, open the sound control panel and select the MV5. To quickly verify that the device is recognized, plug headphones into the MV5 audio output and play an audio track. If you can hear sound, the microphone is functioning properly.

Note: When the MV5 is assigned as the audio device, all monitoring and playback from the recording software goes to the headphone output of the

MV5.

3.Use the MODE button to select the preset mode that fits your application.

If the audio is too quiet or causes distortion, gain can be manually configured. However, the modes typically do not re­ quire additional gain adjustments. Refer to the "Adjusting Microphone Level" topic in this guide for details.

4.In your recording application, select the MV5 as the input source.

See your software user guide for information on assigning input sources.

5.Record.

The microphone is ready to use!

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Connections and Controls

Mode Selection Button

Press to switch between preset modes

Mute Button

Press to mute the microphone input

Headphone Volume Control

Adjusts the headphone volume

Headphone Output

Plug in any headphones with a 3.5 mm (1/8 inch) connector

Micro USB Port

Use the appropriate cable (USB or Lightning) to connect the MV5 to a computer or mobile device

Voice Mode

The LED indicator illuminates when this mode is selected

Status Indicator

LED Behavior	Status
Green	Active USB or Lightning connection
Flashing Red (all 3 LEDs)	Muted

Instrument Mode

The LED indicator illuminates when this mode is selected

Note: Flat Mode is engaged when both mode LEDs are off.

Preset Modes

Three selectable modes adjust settings for gain, equalization, and dynamics to bring out the best sound characteristics for your recording needs.

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Mode

Application

Characteristics

Use for speech or vocals in podcasting or musical applications

Equalization to emphasize clarity and fullness, and gentle compression to keep levels consistent. A de-esser reduces sibilance (the harsh sound that occurs when words with an "S" are spoken).

Voice

Best for acoustic instru­ ments and live music ap­ plications

Instrument

Suited for any application

Flat

Transparent compression to smooth out volume spikes and bring quiet pas­ sages forward. Equalization emphasizes detail and gives an overall natural sound.

A completely unprocessed signal (no equalization or compression settings used). Adds flexibility when processing the audio after recording.

Advanced Mic Settings

After selecting the preset mode, fine­tune your sound with limiter, compressor, and equalizer settings. These settings are re­ tained in the microphone when using other audio and video recording applications.

Limiter

Toggle the limiter on or off to prevent distortion from volume peaks in your recording.

Compressor

Choose no compression, or select light or heavy compression to control volume when your sound source is dynamic. Quiet signals are boosted and loud signals are lowered.

Equalizer

Change the preset modes to hear the DSP changes, and use the equalizer to boost or cut bands of frequencies to improve sound clarity.

Note: Equalization within presets will not be displayed. However, the EQ icon in the advanced settings status bar indicates user-selected equalization.

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