The MVX2U Gen 2 is a high-performance, single-channel XLR-to-USB-C interface designed to streamline recording and streaming setups on desktop, tablet, or smartphone. It combines advanced digital audio processing with a compact design, delivering clean, consistent audio with any connected XLR microphone.

Powered via USB-C to minimize cable clutter, MVX2U Gen 2's pocket-sized form factor supports direct plug-on connection to XLR microphones or inline use with an XLR cable. The MVX2U Gen 2 provides up to +60 dB of gain and 48V phantom power for dynamic and condenser microphones, and includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack for zero-latency monitoring.

MVX2U Gen 2 integrates MOTIV voice isolation technologies--including Auto Level Mode, Real-Time Denoiser, and Digital Popper Stopper--bringing these cutting edge audio processing features to any XLR microphone to ensure clean, consistent capture even in less-than-ideal acoustic environments. Users can manage settings on desktop, smartphone, or tablet via USB-C within MOTIV Mix, MOTIV Audio, and MOTIV Video apps, activate any audio processing, and customize their sound as desired--including tone, EQ, compression, and limiter--tailored to the needs of audio professionals and enthusiasts alike.

What's New in Gen 2?

While the first-gen Shure MVX2U was designed for connecting XLR microphones to a computer, the MVX2U Gen 2 is specifically designed to work on desktop, tablet, or smartphone. Gen 2 adds MFi ("Made for iPhone/iPad/iPod")… read more certification as well as Android support. Gen 2 is controllable via Shure MOTIV apps on iOS and Android, not just on desktop. And Gen 2 adds new DSP -- the Real-time Denoiser and Digital Popper Stopper options -- that were not available with Gen 1.

Features:

- Onboard Shure Digital Audio Processing -- including Auto Level Mode, Real-Time Denoiser, and Digital Popper Stopper -- runs with zero latency on any XLR microphone. Essential DSP features (EQ, compression, limiter, and high-pass filter) are configurable via Shure MOTIV apps. MVX2U Gen 2 stores your latest processing settings so your sound stays consistent across devices.
- Auto Level Mode automatically adjusts gain in real time with intelligent onboard DSP for consistent output. Select your preferred tone from Dark, Natural or Bright.
- Real-Time Denoiser removes unwanted background noise from speech. Turn off for singing or acoustic instruments.
- Digital Popper Stopper mitigates plosives. Optimized for speech; best turned off for instruments.
- Plug-and-play recording or streaming with an XLR microphone. Instantly convert any dynamic or condenser XLR mic for professional podcasting or livestreaming. Provides up to +60 dB of clean gain and 48 V phantom power for your microphone--ample gain for low-sensitivity mics like the SM7B, and phantom power for condenser mics.
- Mobile and tablet-friendly, giving you the flexibility to move your work in progress across devices and create on tablet or phone.
- Plug-on or inline connection options enable flexible setups with minimal cable clutter when connecting an XLR mic to supported devices.
- Pocket-friendly interface: compact and only 100g. Requires just a USB-C cable to run on supported devices -- no external batteries or AC adapters needed.
- Built-in 3.5 mm headphone jack with zero-latency monitoring lets you hear exactly what you're capturing. Set your preferred blend of monitoring and playback with Monitor Mix via MOTIV apps.
- Compatible with Mac and Windows desktops, and iOS and Android smartphones/tablets. MFi certified for iPad and iPhone. Includes a 1 m USB-C-to-USB-C cable for direct connection.
- Tri-color LED indicator displays device status at a glance.
- In-app firmware updates deliver new features and improvements to keep your device up to date.
- Compatible with both Mac and Windows, connect your XLR microphone directly to your computer with the included 1m USB-C to USB-C cable

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