MV51 Digital Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone The Shure digital large-diaphragm condenser microphone, MV51, user guide.
Shure Incorporated Table of Contents Additional Tips 8 MV51Digital Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone 3 General Description Features Adjusting Microphone Level 8 3 Adjusting Headphone Level 8 3 Accessing the Control Panel 8 Input Meter Level 9 Mounting and Placement 3 Quick Setup 4 Touch Panel Interface Controls 4 Preset Modes 5 Advanced Mic Settings 6 Equalizer 6 Applications 6 Podcast and Voice Recording 6 Acoustic Instruments and Music 7 Bands and Loud Sources 7 Bypass
Shure Incorporated MV51 Digital Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone General Description The Shure MV51 is a professional-quality USB condenser microphone, ideal for home recording, podcasting, and video conferencing. The attractive and durable all-metal design features an adjustable kickstand for desktop use, and can also mount onto a microphone stand. A touch panel user interface provides control of microphone gain, headphone level, application modes, and muting.
Shure Incorporated Kickstand End Cap Quick Setup The MV51 is compatible with most devices that have a USB or Lightning connector. 1. Connect the microphone to a computer or mobile device. Use the appropriate cable (USB or Lightning). Drivers will be installed automatically. The touch panel illuminates to indicate a successful connection. 2. Open the sound control panel. Select the Shure MV51 driver. Raise the level on both the MV51 product and the host computer for proper monitoring. 3.
Shure Incorporated Touch Panel ① Volume Control Slider Adjust microphone or headphone level by sliding your finger across the control surface. ◦ Press the mode button to activate microphone level. ◦ Press the headphone button to activate headphone volume. ② LED bar Displays microphone and headphone level. The LED color indicates the level being displayed or adjusted. ◦ Green: Microphone level ◦ Orange: Headphone level ③ Mute Button Press to mute and unmute the microphone.
Shure Incorporated Mode Application Characteristics live performance and louder sources Wide stereo to increase separation between sources. Equalization further improves definition by reducing frequencies that can make the instrumentation sound crowded. Loud Advanced Mic Settings After selecting the preset mode, fine-tune your sound with limiter, compressor, and equalizer settings. These settings are retained in the microphone when using other audio and video recording applications.
Shure Incorporated Typical position for speech Acoustic Instruments and Music To capture acoustic sources, such as singing, acoustic guitar, soft percussion, or other musical instruments, use a close microphone placement. Aim the microphone directly at the sound source. For a single source, such as a string instrument or a vocalist, place the microphone 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) away.
Shure Incorporated Bypass EQ and Compression (Flat) To record a signal without any processing, set the microphone to the Flat mode. This mode is appropriate for any application when you want to bypass equalization and compression presets, and is ideal when applying signal processing to the recording at a later time. Additional Tips Shure offers additional educational publications on recording techniques for specific instruments and applications. Visit shure.com for more information.
Shure Incorporated Mac ® 1. Open the Audio Midi Settings panel. 2. Select the Shure MV51 device. 3. Click on Input to adjust the gain using the slider. Mac audio settings panel Input Meter Level If your digital audio workstation or recording software has input meters, adjust the microphone level so it peaks between -12 and -6 dB. Otherwise, simply listen to the audio to make sure it is loud enough and not distorting.
Shure Incorporated Troubleshooting Issue Solution The display does not illu minate Make sure that the MV51 is fully plugged in. Audio is too low Check the computer sound control panel settings. When first connecting the MV51 to your computer, make sure to raise the computer volume level. Audio sounds bad Check the sound control panel of the computer to ensure that the MV51 is fully plugged in and recognized.
Shure Incorporated iPad iPad 4th gen and higher iPad Mini iPad Mini 1st gen and higher Specifications MFi Certified Yes DSP Modes (Presets) Speech/Singing/Acoustic/Loud/Flat Transducer Type Electret Condenser (25 mm) Polar Pattern Unidirectional (Cardioid) Bit Depth 16-bit/24-bit Sampling Rate 44.1/48 kHz Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz Adjustable Gain Range 0 to +36 dB Sensitivity -39 dBFS/Pa at 1 kHz [1] [2} Maximum SPL 130 dB SPL [2] Headphone Output 3.
Shure Incorporated Mute Switch Attenuation Yes Mounting Stand Built-in Stand Adapter 5/8-27 thread mount (standard mic stand mount) Housing all metal construction Net Weight 574.7 g (20.27oz.
Shure Incorporated Frequency Response Accessories Furnished Accessories 1 m USB cable AMV-USB 1 m Lightning cable AMV-LTG 5/8" to 3/8" (Euro) Threaded Adapter 95A2050 Certifications Information to the user This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Shure Incorporated This product meets the Essential Requirements of all relevant European directives and is eligible for CE marking. The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from: www.shure.com/europe/compliance Authorized European representative: Shure Europe GmbH Headquarters Europe, Middle East & Africa Department: EMEA Approval Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12 75031 Eppingen, Germany Phone: +49-7262-92 49 0 Fax: +49-7262-92 49 11 4 Email: info@shure.
