Today's creators are increasingly mobile. As digital nomads, they value portability, fast setup, and the ability to capture high-quality content on phones or tablets. They need gear that integrates seamlessly across devices they use in their audio workflows, whether they're using their own XLR microphones or accommodating guests' mics.
Shure's MVX2U delivered strong performance with onboard Digital Audio Processing and USB-C compatibility. However, it had limitations for mobile-first users - most notably the lack of MFi support and constrained connectivity to mobile devices.
To meet the demand of today's creator, Shure is introducing MVX2U Gen 2: a single-channel digital audio interface that is truly mobile and tablet-friendly for any XLR mic. It features advanced processing, including Auto Level Mode, Digital Popper Stopper, and Real-time Denoiser. MVX2U Gen 2 retains the popular, lightweight form factor and offers flexible connection options for a variety of XLR setups - providing a compelling solution for creators who need professional Shure audio anywhere.
Introducing the simplest way to record with an XLR Microphone.
MVX2U Gen 2 is a next-generation, single-channel XLR-to-USB interface that delivers studio-quality audio anywhere. Built for streamers, podcasters, and mobile creators, it is fully compatible with phones and tablets and is USB-C bus-powered - no external supply - so customers can record or go live from desktop, phone, or tablet with a clean, uncluttered cable setup. Onboard audio processing - Auto Level Mode, Realtime Denoiser, and Digital Popper Stopper - runs with zero-latency to keep sound consistent across devices and imperfect spaces. Users can even take control of their sound with Shure MOTIV apps for desktop, mobile, and tablet. Fine-tuning tone, EQ, compression, limiter, and Monitor Mix, managing presets, and lock repeatable workflows. Compact, mobile-friendly, and easy to set up - to create with great sound, anywhere.
MVX2U vs MVX2U Gen 2:
MVX2U:
• Onboard DSPs (Auto Level Mode - Near / Far Only)
• Access to ShurePlus MOTIV Desktop App (retired)
• Desktop only - PC (Windows OS) and MAC (MAC OS)
MVX2U Gen 2:
• Onboard DSPs (Auto Level Mode - real-time calibration, Real-time Denoiser, Digital Popper Stopper)
• Access to MOTIV Mix Desktop App, MOTIV Audio and MOTIV Video mobile apps.
• Desktop - PC (Windows) Mac (Mac OS)
• Mobile & Tablet - Select USB-C iPhone, iPad, Android Phone and Tablets
• MFi Certified - Made for iPhone & iPad
• Noise floor improvement - up to 3dB (changing FPGA gain settings to optimize gain structure)
• Headphone amp and DAC improvements (Spock design uses same cost but 10dB better SNR)