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Shure MV88

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User ratings:
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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7 editorial reviews
The Shure MV88 is a useful, compact microphone for recording via iOS devices on the go, whether in stereo or mono, with or without DSP.Read more
The MV88 is entering a increasingly crowded market, so does it have what is needed to win it a good slice of the action?Read more
The Shure MV88+ Video Kit improves upon the original MV88. It’s focused on content creators who are always ready to get the shot.Read more
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Pros

  • Both bitrates can work with either sampling rate
  • the mic is capable and fairly priced
  • crisp

Cons

  • dynamics are clearly affected
  • Recordings Screen Nothing too fancy here
  • for physically moving the mic)

Key specs

  • Stage/performance microphone
  • Cardioid
  • Wired
  • -37 dB
  • 20, 20000 Hz

Shure MV88 - Pros & Cons

Shure MV88

Pros

  • Both bitrates can work with either sampling rate
  • the mic is capable and fairly priced
  • crisp
  • clear
  • and rich presence
  • Audio quality is excellent
  • excellent quality audio easy and accessible
  • Connecting to your phone is simple
  • The microphone is good for musicians looking to share their music on social media
  • lightweight
  • versatile setup to accompany them everywhere

Cons

  • dynamics are clearly affected
  • Recordings Screen Nothing too fancy here
  • for physically moving the mic)
  • the Video Kit is pricey
  • the robust all metal hardware
  • have been trampled on and thrown around
  • it is a little expensive
  • particular mic is not compatible with Android smartphones or tablets
  • There is no activation required
  • you tend not to get too much in the way of extras
  • There are no buttons or dials on the mic itself

Shure - Video Reviews (9)

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Shure MV88 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Microphone typeStage/performance microphone
Direction typeCardioid
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Design
Colour of productBlack,Grey
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Connectivity
Device interfaceLightning
Connectivity technologyWired
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Recording quality
Sample rate48.0 kHz
Bit rate24.0 bit
Sensitivity-37.0 dB
Frequency range20 - 20000
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Dimensions
Width0.98 in
Height1.38 in
Depth2.64 in
Weight1.43 oz

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Shure MV88 Shure - Editorial Reviews (7)

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Shure MV88 Shure MV88 Review
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PCMAG
Published: 20.12.2018
Shure MV88 Review
4.0

The Shure MV88 is a useful, compact microphone for recording via iOS devices on the go, whether in stereo or mono, with or without DSP.

Shure MV88 Shure MV88
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soundonsound.com
Published: 10.05.2020
Shure MV88

The MV88 is entering a increasingly crowded market, so does it have what is needed to win it a good slice of the action?

Shure MV88 Shure MV88+ Video Kit review
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SoundGuys
Published: 02.12.2021
Shure MV88+ Video Kit review

The Shure MV88+ Video Kit improves upon the original MV88. It’s focused on content creators who are always ready to get the shot.

Shure MV88 Shure MOTIV MV88 review
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MusicRadar
Published: 03.11.2015
Shure MOTIV MV88 review

Beef up you iPhone's recording capabilities

Shure MV88 Shure MV88 iOS Digital Stereo Condenser Microphone Review
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nerdtechy.com
Published: 11.10.2015
Shure MV88 iOS Digital Stereo Condenser Microphone Review

Studio microphones are all about the sound. It’s about capturing your voice or music beautifully for optimal performance the way it was intended. But they can do much more than that too. But sound quality still is nothing to gloss over. In order for a great mic to be truly valuable, it must be able to do these things and create amazing recordings. There is no exception to this, as that’s the whole purpose and function of these devices. There’s just more to the story. Note: At no extra cost to you, we may earn a commission for purchases using

Shure MV88 Shure MV88+ review
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digitalcameraworld
Published: 28.08.2019
Shure MV88+ review

Is this Shure MV88+ smartphone microphone the missing piece in your vlogging kit?

Shure MV88 Shure MV88 iPhone Microphone review - Perfect for podcasting
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eftm.com.au
Published: 31.07.2016
Shure MV88 iPhone Microphone review - Perfect for podcasting

When you want to record audio outside a studio location there's a whole host of great tools and devices, but in a smartphone dominated world there's

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