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Shure MV7+
Start on USB and retain a separate XLR path
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USB path
- Shure MV7+→
- USB data cable→
- Computer / supported console→
- Chat input
XLR path
- Shure MV7+→
- XLR cable + interface→
- USB to computer→
- Chat input
- Connections
- USB-C · 3-pin XLR · 3.5 mm headphone
- Mute the microphone
- Touch-panel mute on USB; no XLR mute
- Hear your microphone
- Yes
In XLR mode, the interface owns the headphones and monitoring. USB mute and processing do not automatically affect the XLR signal.
Choose it if…
- You want a direct USB computer input without a separate audio interface.
- You want to hear your own voice through headphones while you play.
- You can match your stand or arm to 5/8-27 thread.
Before choosing this model
Shure MV6 vs MV7+: which connection path fits?
- Use USB for the microphone’s DSP and headphone features. On XLR, plan processing and monitoring at the interface; those USB features do not follow the analog cable.
- USB and XLR have different controls. Select the connection in the checker; do not assume USB mute or DSP reaches the XLR output.
- Check the stand, thread and desk position before ordering a mount. Include attached shock mounts and adapters in the total weight.
- Check the included cable against the available data port. Add only the adapters or headphones your chosen path needs.
Platform connections
| Platform | What to do |
|---|---|
| Windows PC | Check this supported connection → |
| Mac | Check this supported connection → |
| PS5 | Compare other console connections → |
| Xbox Series / One | Compare other console connections → |
| Switch 2 GameChat | Compare other console connections → |
| Original Switch | Compare other console connections → |
Controls and specifications
Windows 10+ · macOS 12+. Software: .
| Connections | USB-C · 3-pin XLR · 3.5 mm headphone |
| Microphone mute | Touch-panel mute on USB; no XLR mute |
| Monitoring | Yes |
| Included parts | Shure MV7+ microphone · 3 m USB-C-to-USB-C cable · Black foam windscreen · 5/8-inch-to-3/8-inch thread adapter |
| Additional parts | |
| Mounts | 5/8-27 thread |
| Dimensions | Not specified |
| Chat controls |
| Connections | USB-C · 3-pin XLR · 3.5 mm headphone |
| Audio outputs | USB · XLR |
| Microphone type | dynamic |
| Phantom power needed | No |
| Direct monitoring | Yes |
| Microphone connection | USB/XLR |
| Pickup pattern | Cardioid |
| Sample rate | 48 kHz |
| Bit depth | 16-bit · 24-bit |
| Frequency response | 50 Hz-16 kHz |
| Gain range (dB) | 36 |
| Sensitivity | XLR: -55 dBV/Pa · USB: -33 dBFS/Pa |
| Maximum sound pressure level | 128 dB SPL |
| USB protocol | USB 2.0 · USB Audio Class 2 |
| Audio processing | Auto Level · Digital Popper Stopper · Real-time Denoiser · Reverb · Compressor · Limiter · High-pass filter |
| Mounting threads | 5/8-27 thread |
| Housing | Die-cast aluminum |
| Weight | 573.5 g |
| Cable | 3 m USB-C to USB-C included |
| In the box | Shure MV7+ microphone · 3 m USB-C-to-USB-C cable · Black foam windscreen · 5/8-inch-to-3/8-inch thread adapter |
Set it up for game chat.
- Connect the parts shown in the diagram. If you use XLR, connect the microphone to the interface before selecting it in your app.
- Choose the intended input in the operating system. Run the Discord input check or use your console’s microphone test.
- Check speaking level and mute with headphones on. Change only one gain, sensitivity or suppression control between tests.