SHURE MOTIV™ MV5-B-DIG-A Condenser Mic for iOS and USB

SHURE MOTIV™ MV5-B-DIG-A Digital Condenser Microphone

Portable Digital Condenser Microphone for iOS, Mac & PC

The SHURE MOTIV™ MV5-B-DIG-A is a compact digital condenser microphone designed for easy, high-quality audio recording with your iPhone, iPad, Mac or PC. Combining Shure's professional audio engineering with convenient digital connectivity, the MV5 makes it simple to capture clear audio without requiring a separate audio interface.

Featuring a 16 mm electret condenser capsule, cardioid pickup pattern, and up to 24-bit/48 kHz digital audio, the MV5 is suitable for a wide range of applications including podcasting, voice-over, music recording, vlogging, interviews, video calls and content creation.

The microphone includes three onboard DSP presets—Voice, Instrument and Flat—allowing you to quickly optimize the microphone for different recording applications. For additional control, the ShurePlus MOTIV app provides recording and audio adjustment capabilities on compatible iOS devices.

Its compact design and detachable aluminum desktop stand make the MV5 easy to use at home, in a studio, or as a portable recording solution. The stand also provides standard tripod mounting compatibility for greater flexibility when recording video, interviews or live content.

Key Features

• Digital Condenser Microphone – High-quality digital audio capture in a compact design.
• Cardioid Pickup Pattern – Focuses on sound from the front of the microphone while helping reduce unwanted sound from the sides and rear.
• 24-bit / 48 kHz Audio – Supports high-resolution digital recording.
• Three DSP Presets – Choose Voice, Instrument or Flat modes depending on your recording application.
• Direct iOS Connectivity – Apple MFi-certified for direct connection to compatible iPhone, iPad and iPod devices.
• USB Connectivity – Plug directly into compatible Mac and PC computers.
• ShurePlus MOTIV App – Provides recording and additional audio control on supported iOS devices.
• Real-Time Headphone Monitoring – Built-in 3.5 mm headphone output allows convenient monitoring while recording.
• Adjustable Gain – Digital gain adjustment from 0 to +36 dB.
• Compact & Portable – Small footprint makes it ideal for home studios, mobile recording and content creation.
• Detachable Desktop Stand – Includes an aluminum desktop stand for stable positioning.
• Tripod Compatible – Standard 1/4"-20 mounting thread allows use with compatible camera tripods.
• Mute Control – Built-in microphone mute function.
• Black Finish – Professional black design with a compact retro-inspired form factor.

Three DSP Recording Modes

• Voice Mode
  Optimized for spoken-word applications such as podcasts, voice-over, interviews, presentations and video communication.
  
  
• Instrument Mode
  Designed for recording musical instruments, providing a preset optimized for instrument recording.
  
  
• Flat Mode
  Provides a more neutral recording mode for users who prefer to apply their own processing during editing and mixing.

The three onboard presets provide quick setup without requiring complicated external processing.

ShurePlus MOTIV App

The MV5 works with the ShurePlus MOTIV app on supported iOS devices. The app provides recording functionality and additional control over audio settings. Shure's product information also specifies manual adjustment capabilities including limiter, compressor and five-band EQ on iOS.

Direct iOS & USB Recording

• The MV5-B-DIG-A can connect directly to compatible iOS devices using the supplied Micro-B-to-Lightning cable, eliminating the need for a separate audio interface.
• For computer recording, connect the MV5 to a compatible Mac or PC using the supplied Micro-B-to-USB cable.
• This makes the MV5 particularly useful for creators who move between mobile recording and desktop production.

Real-Time Headphone Monitoring

A built-in 3.5 mm headphone output allows you to monitor audio directly while recording. This is especially useful for podcasting, voice-over, music recording and video production where monitoring the microphone signal is important.

Ideal For : Podcasting, Voice-over Recording, Vlogging, YouTube Content, Music Recording, Vocal Recording, Instrument Recording, Interviews, Video Calls, Online Presentations, Mobile Recording, Home Studio Recording, Content Creation, iPhone & iPad Recording.

What's in the Box?

• 1 × Shure MOTIV MV5-B-DIG-A Digital Condenser Microphone
• 1 × Detachable Desktop Stand
• 1 × Micro-B-to-USB Cable
• 1 × Micro-B-to-Lightning Cable

The supplied cables allow direct connection to compatible computers and Lightning-equipped iOS devices.

Recording Tip

For the best results, position the MV5 in front of your sound source and select the DSP preset that matches your application.

Use Voice Mode for podcasts, narration and spoken-word recording, Instrument Mode for musical instruments, and Flat Mode when you want a more neutral signal for post-production.

When recording vocals or spoken content, use the built-in 3.5 mm headphone output to monitor your recording in real time and keep the microphone positioned consistently throughout the session.

Why Choose the Shure MV5-B-DIG-A?

The Shure MOTIV MV5-B-DIG-A is an excellent choice for creators who want the convenience of a digital microphone with direct iOS and computer connectivity. Its compact design, cardioid pickup pattern, selectable DSP presets, high-resolution digital audio and real-time headphone monitoring make it a versatile solution for recording at home, in the studio or on the go. From podcasts and voice-overs to music, interviews and video content, the MV5 provides a straightforward way to capture high-quality digital audio without the complexity of a traditional microphone and audio interface setup.