Shure MV88+ Stereo USB

The Shure MOTIV Range: Stage Expertise for Compact Recording

With the MOTIV family, Shure brings its historic expertise into digital recording solutions designed for modern creators: compact format, robust construction, and fast workflow. The MV88+ USB stereo fits this philosophy by offering a versatile digital microphone capable of switching from close vocal capture to a wider stereo ambiance recording, while remaining easy to deploy at home, in a lightweight studio, or on the go.

A Stereo USB Microphone for Musicians, Podcasters, and Mobile Creators

The Shure MV88+ USB is designed for those who want to record better than with the built-in microphone of a computer or mobile device, without the hassle of a complex chain. It is especially suitable for podcasters (clear and controlled voice), musicians (demos, acoustic, instrument tracking), and content creators who need a reliable microphone for quick captures.

Its approach is straightforward: plug in, adjust, record. And when the environment changes (reverberant room, face-to-face duo, interview, stereo instrument capture), the directional selection and internal processing allow you to adjust the sound without losing time.

Control, Polar Patterns, and DSP: A "Pocket Studio" Managed by ShurePlus MOTIV

Capture modes tailored to every scenario

The versatility of the MV88+ USB comes from its recording modes. In mono, you prioritize a main source (voice, solo instrument). In stereo, you open the image for more immersive takes (acoustic guitar, piano, ambiance). The bidirectional mode is practical for face-to-face exchanges. Finally, the mid-side mode (including a "raw" option) offers interesting flexibility to adjust stereo width in the mix.

Controlled sound even before pressing "rec"

Through the ShurePlus MOTIV app (mobile and desktop), you have tools usually reserved for a small processing chain: equalizer to shape the tone, compressor to stabilize levels, limiter to secure peaks, and monitor mix adjustment to balance listening between your voice and system playback. The 5 DSP presets speed up configuration when switching from one use to another (for example, from spoken voice to instrument recording).

Built-in headphone monitoring: immediate control, more reliable takes

The integrated headphone output allows you to listen directly to what the microphone captures, a key advantage to validate placement, spot unwanted noise, check dynamics, and adjust your settings before multiplying takes. Result: a faster workflow and more consistent recordings, whether you are in a home studio or on the move.

Technical specifications

Frequency response	20 Hz - 20 kHz	Connection	USB
Sensitivity	-36 dBFS/Pa à 1 KHz	Clamp included	Yes
SPL max	120 dB	Included accessories	USB-A cable, USB-C cable, carrying case, microphone clip
Category	digital microphone	Color	Black
Type	digital	Cables included	Yes
Directivity	cardioid, bidirectional	Weight	79 g
Capsule	electret

Available settings	equalizer, monitor mix, limiter, compressor	Maximum SPL	120 dB
Recording modes	mono, stereo, bidirectional, and raw mid-side	Dimensions (HxWxD)	27 x 27 x 77 mm