MVX2U XLR-to-USB Digital Audio Interface, Headphone Jack, 60dB Gain, Zero-Latency Monitoring, 48V Phantom Power, ShurePlus App, USB-C Cable

1. 3 Shure MVX2U XLR-to-USB audio interfaces purchased, 2 good, 1 bad. 2. Great for a small recording setup, affordable. 3. Software to adjust/use the interface is untested, as well as the monitoring functions. 4. Audacity is used, on my end, in a Linux OS setup. 5. Not recommended for smartphone use, however, today's smartphones might be able to handle the load. 6. Stick to manufacturer purchases, if possible. I have been stung twice, one was recoverable. 7. Return process is not friendly, in my opinion. Review/Opinion: For my recording needs, this audio interface has been a great find for the money. I have not experiencing distortion or clipping when playing loudly into my mic. The interface/mic setup picks up every nuance in its vicinity and will help me tune my tone as I journey through the sax world. I cannot say how the interface matches up to a professional setup, however, matched to a SM58 Shure microphone and powered through a laptop using Audacity as the DAW, I have found no issues, IF you get one that works, lol. That is most likely an issue out of Shure's hands as one of the three was a 3rd party buy. I do not use a recommended operating system for their proprietary software to adjust or fine tune the interface during recordings, and frankly I do not need it, so I also cannot speak on the quality and usability of software. You are able to download that from their site if interested. On another note, this little sucker is heavy for its size- it makes me want to disassemble it to see what is in it! Setup: Overall, setup for me was super easy: plug the usb-c cable into a usb-c port, hook up the XLR cable to the microphone, check/setup input device(s) for the OS, check/setup Audacity inputs, test and troubleshoot where necessary. I have tried a usb-c to usb-a (USB 3.0) adapter that is rated for 10GB/s. This has also worked for me as well to power and communicate through the supplied usb-c cable. Microphone setup was seamless. Hook up the XLR cable, done. You also have the option of hooking this device directly up to the microphone's XLR port. Note: I have not tried this setup though, but it can be done. I will report in this review that the one MVX2U that did not work powered up, went green, but did not recognize devices. I thought about firmware, however, that was a moot point as the only fw available is out-dated. I figure someone burnt up something in the device, returned it, the 3rd party did a power test without checking for usability, and sent it back out. So, I will eventually send that one back but its not on my to-do list because it requires finding a Staples or UPS store to play tag with or pay for a label to have UPS pick it up, which is a PIA to me. Ease of use: My experience has been great with this device. It works very well through a laptop or old computer setup with Audacity installed on a lightweight Linux distro. I am not an expert on clarity and such, however, for my requirements, the clarity is fine for recording my instrument. It is not as sensitive to my voice as i would like. That, however, could be mic setup distance and/or my voice, as my voice can be quite soft especially when concentrating on the instrument. I am unable to speak on the monitoring features of this interface as I am only using it to record from the microphone. As a note: I was unable to do this setup through a smartphone, specifically the Samsung S8, which was to be expected. The product does what I want. It is easy to setup, just plug it in. It is affordable compared to other options available and the quality feels like it is there. Even with the hiccup with the bum device I received, I still give this 5 stars.

Shure quality is the best quality, and the MVX2U is no exception. This little powerhouse completely exceeded my expectations. From the moment I unboxed it, I could tell it was built with the same attention to design and build quality that Shure is known for. The unit has a solid, premium feel, with a compact form factor that’s perfect for desktop or mobile setups without taking up unnecessary space. Setup was incredibly easy and intuitive. I plugged in my XLR mic, connected the included 1m USB-C cable, and within minutes I had crystal-clear sound routed directly into my DAW. No drivers, no fuss—just plug and play. The ShurePlus MOTIV desktop app adds even more control, giving me on-screen access to gain, EQ, limiter, and compression settings. Perfect for both beginners and advanced users who want real-time adjustments. The 60dB of gain from the integrated preamp is a game-changer—especially for dynamic mics like the SM7B that usually need a separate booster. No Cloudlifter needed here. It also provides 48V phantom power, so condenser mics work flawlessly too. That level of versatility is what really makes this interface stand out. Whether you're recording vocals, voiceover, podcasting, streaming, or live Zoom calls, the MVX2U adapts seamlessly. The zero-latency headphone monitoring is fantastic. Monitoring in real time with no delay makes tracking so much more natural and professional. The headphone jack itself is clean and well-powered—it doesn’t feel like an afterthought like with some cheaper interfaces. I also love that the unit is USB-powered, so no need for an external power supply. This makes it extremely portable and travel-friendly, yet it doesn’t sacrifice on performance or sound quality. Considering the power, portability, and the fact that it replaces multiple pieces of gear in one sleek interface, the value for money is outstanding. If you’re looking for a compact, high-quality solution to connect your XLR mic to your computer without compromising sound, this is the one. Highly, highly recommended. Whether you're a content creator, podcaster, musician, or just upgrading your mic game, the MVX2U will not disappoint.

This A-D converter is a game changer! I record and produce hundreds of voice drops for a famous satellite radio provider using the MVX2U to a Neumann U87, and it sounds just as good as my UA interface. It's so small and USB bus powered, and provides 48v. Shure's Motive PC/iOS app provides levels when necessary. Sound is clean, no pops, cracks, even after recording multi-hour audiobook sessions. Never gets hot, and also has live low-latency headphone monitoring. Have also used it connected to a Sennheiser boom connected to an iPhone 16 Pro Max and recorded a few scenes for an indie movie that sound perfect. iPhone picks this up natively as long as you UNLOCK your phone BEFORE recording video. This is some seriously capable and reliable hardware. Just bought my second one and keep it in my travel studio kit.

The perfect portable and easy setup for a shure 58

Have enjoyed this for a year now and is great for my PC setup and minimal clutter. Easy to work with and the motiv app, I have it paired with the sm7db and always get compliments on overall clarity and all the noise suppression works great.

To be honest I am shocked reading other reviews that this Pre-amp of 60db is enough for SM7B. It's NOT! I have connected this interface to a Mac, and with a max pre-amp of 60db, the mic was still very quiet. I had to keep it near my mouth and almost yell at it to get a decent -15 -10dB input level. I was shocked, like how come??? Why is it so freaking quiet? Why is nobody talking about it? After additional research, I stumbled upon a little device called "Cloudlifter" which adds 25 db of clean gain. After I connected it FINALLY I have a good amount of gain, that I can adjust and make it lower in application settings if needed. In Auto mode, the software now manages the mic level pretty well. No matter if am I far from a microphone or move closer, the Sure MOTIV app manages the gain level keeping it very strong but not going to the clippings. So, if you just bought SM7B and you reading this, just know that you need Cloudlifter to get a stable, strong, and manageable input signal on your Mac. Otherwise, it will be quiet. I have tested this interface and Scarlet Solo (4th gen), and I like this one more. It gave a more rich juicy tone compared to Scarlet. I have shaved off one star because Shure dropped support of ShurePlus MOTIV app telling to switch to a new app called Motiv MIX. But that app is still in beta and based on the reviews has tons of bugs on Mac so I have afraid to even try it. So I ll stay with MOTIV app for now. Other than that, I love a new mic, but this upgrade was more costly than I expected.

I'm testing this with an MKH-416 and Earthworks Ethos and it's been fantastic for video conferencing use. Note that while this DOES work on an iPhone 15 Pro Max via USB-C, the Shure MOTIV app currently DOES NOT support this model as of Nov 28 2023, so as far as I know, the DSP settings won't work -- not sure if config is saved on the device, meaning that one could configure this on a PC then plug in via mobile and have the DSP still work, or if it only does phantom power, but it definitely does do phantom power on mobile which is huge -- no batteries or external power supply or bulky interface required. The form factor is phenomenal, it fits in a shirt pocket, on a boom pole, on the end of a cable, or wherever you need it. The built-in monitoring option is excellent, again here for tasks like interviews or mobile film-making with pro-level audio. I haven't had a chance to see if two of them would work with an M1 iPad Pro or something, but that might be a viable alternative to something like a CEntrance Mixerface / PASport VO if you need two mics and don't want to run something bigger like a RodeCaster Pro ii. I'm glad I waited for this version and didn't settle for the original X2u that was sold out for a long time. The onboard limiter, compressor, EQ, and high-pass are great for amateurs and pros alike, and these were very easy to configure using the desktop app. One small improvement for the app could be some nice simple metering to show the impact of DSP changes in real-time, but it's easy enough to do your own testing to figure out what works for your setup. In terms of the preamp, it feels very much "good enough" and I didn't notice any discernible difference between it and the MixerFace that lives on my desk for conferencing, which has their high-quality "Jasmine" preamps. This plus an SM58, SM7B, RE20, S-Mic 2, MX183, DPA 4066, etc is going to be a million times better than using a junky headset or Blue Yeti type mic, and the fact that it has built-in DSP that does what used to take some serious rackmount equipment to handle well cannot over overstated. Great job Shure, now just add support for this to the mobile app! In summary, if you want to plug a nice real XLR mic into your computer, phone, or tablet and have it sound great with minimal fuss in a super-compact package, this is the one to get. Nothing else on the market at the moment compares at any price, since this form factor is pretty unique.

I’m revising my review because I might be an outlier and others might have better success with it- I bought this, hoping it would be a good, simple portable interface for a SM7B or RE-20 microphone but had to return it. While the device technically does not need you to install drivers on every computer you record with, the device requires you to use their Motiv Mix software to change settings, which can be a dealbreaker if you need to make adjustments and don’t have the software installed on the machine you’re using. Also, the latest version no longer supports Windows 10, so you’d better have made the switch by now. I couldn’t get the software to recognize the mic in compact mode, and I’m unable to access the settings in the mix software, despite trying different cables and USB ports. I was able to get basic functionality but even with the +60 gain the level was a little too low for an RE-20 mic. On the plus side, the device feels solidly built, and presumably is rugged enough to survive some wear and tear. It has the potential to be a killer portable interface if your setup is optimized for it and you can work around its limitations. If I could have accessed the full controls I might give it a higher score but out of the box I was really disappointed. I hope they are able to address the connectivity issues and continue to support Win10 for those who haven’t made the switch. Unless you absolutely need the micro form factor and don’t mind being locked out of things like gain control unless you have the app installed, you may be better off spending a little more for a smaller form factor class compliant interface like a Focusrite Scarlett or MOTU.

Ich habe vom "Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3. Gen" auf dieses von Shure gewechselt, da mein ShureSM7B Mikrofon ständig ausfiel. Ich musste das Audiointerface mehrmals am Tag an und aus stecken damit es wieder funktionierte. Mit dem Shure Audiointerface gab es bisher keinerlei Probleme. Sehr zu empfehlen.

Great preamp for xlr microphone.

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Just too expensive but very good product for microphone.