The New Shure MV7i Combines a Microphone and Interface to Save You Time, Money, and Space

The Shure MV7i is a Great Do-it-All or Starter Mic

Designed to help creators save time, money, and space early in their careers, the Shure MV7i Smart Microphone + Interface combines the company’s famous dynamic USB-C microphone with a built-in audio interface tailored specifically for podcasters, streamers, and content creators.

The Shure MV7i Smart Microphone + Interface offers a flexible, streamlined package with two-channel recording capabilities. The mic chassis features a flexible combo XLR-1/4" input that can handle microphones, instruments, and line-level signals to record audio directly to your computer while also capturing your voice (or voices) with a podcast-friendly capsule based on Shure’s popular SM7B microphones.

Other microphones with dual USB-C/XLR inputs typically offer these inputs as two different ways to do the same thing: connect the mic to your computer or standalone interface. But Shure has keenly decided to make the XLR jack an input for other mics and instruments. Very cool.

Designed for All Types of Content

So, if you’re a singer-songwriter or instrumentalist looking to record vocals and an electric guitar or keyboard simultaneously, this is a solid choice for inputting both channels.

On the other hand, if you’re looking to record your podcasts and want to invite a friend on as a guest, you can also plug in your favorite mic to let another voice (or instrument) join. Plus, with the XLR input offering 48V phantom power for condenser microphones and the preamp providing up to 60 dB of gain, you should be able to use pretty much any mic you find for your second input.

Don't Sweat the Small Stuff

We recommend the Shure MV7i Smart Microphone + Interface for beginner and intermediate-level creators simply because it’s been so well-designed to make your recording life easier.

The Shure MV7i Smart Microphone + Interface features a unidirectional cardioid polar pattern, which can be one of the best natural defenses against room noise. Since most amateur creators will record audio in offices, garages, and other similar spaces, this style won’t pick up as much room noise as an omnidirectional mic.

Depending on your particular room, you may still need a little room treatment or to use the mic's noise-reduction software to address issues such as your computer's hum or your air conditioner, but the chances of that are markedly lower with a cardioid polar pattern.

Price, Specs, and Availability

The Shure MV7i Smart Microphone + Interface is available now. Ideal for all types of content creators, it could be a good investment when first starting out and a solid backup option for those who might be ready to use more sophisticated gear.

Here are the full specs:

• Legendary Podcast Mic + Audio Interface

• XLR-1/4" Input for Mic/Line/Instrument

• Record Two Channels at Once

• Dynamic Mic Capsule, USB-C Output

• DSP for Auto-Level, Noise Reduction

• Cardioid Pattern Minimizes Room Pickup

• Color LED Touch Panel, Headphone Jack

• High-quality 48 kHz / 24-bit Audio

• Mac, Windows, iOS & Android

• Includes USB Cable, Integrated Mount

Price: $349