Shure Headphones MV51 User Manual

USB MICROPHONE  
MV51  
USER GUIDE  
Le Guide de l’Utilisateur  
Bedienungsanleitung  
Guia del Usuario  
Guida dell’Utente  
Manual do Usuário  
Руководство пользователя  
日本語  
사용자 가이드  
繁體中文  
Panduan Pengguna  
© 2015 Shure Incorporated  
27A24501 (Rev. 2)  
Printed in U.S.A.  
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USB Microphone  
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.  
Mounting and Placement  
Desktop  
Aim the microphone towards the sound source  
by adjusting the kickstand.  
Microphone Stand  
Unscrew the end cap to thread the kickstand  
onto a standard 5/8" microphone stand.  
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. Confirm that the MV51 is the selected audio device.  
Plug headphones into the MV51 device audio output and play an audio track. If you can hear sound,  
the microphone is functioning properly.  
If your computer settings default to another device, open the sound control panel and select the  
MV51 device.  
4. Adjust the headphone volume on the Shure MV51 device driver.  
Open the MV51 driver from the sound control panel and raise the headphone volume from the  
playback or output tab.  
5. Use the MODE button to select the preset mode that fits your application.  
If the audio is too quiet or causes distortion, adjust the gain manually. Refer to the "Adjusting  
Microphone Level" topic in this guide for more details.  
6. In your recording application, select the MV51 as the input source.  
See your software user guide for information on assigning input sources.  
You are ready to record.  
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Touch Panel Interface Controls  
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Touch Panel  
③ Mute Button  
① Volume Control Slider  
Adjust microphone or headphone level by  
sliding your finger across the control surface.  
Press to mute and unmute the microphone.  
④ Mode Selector  
Press to select preset mode.  
-
Press the mode button to activate  
microphone level.  
⑤ Headphone Volume Selector  
Press to select headphone level controls  
(orange LED bar). Then use the volume control  
slider to adjust headphone level. Press again  
to return to microphone level display (green  
LED bar).  
-
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  
Preset Modes  
Five selectable modes optimize settings for equalization and compression to match your recording needs.  
Set your volume level and scroll through the modes to find which setting sounds best. The preset settings  
will not affect the microphone level.  
Mode  
Icon  
Application  
Speech  
Use for speech in podcasting  
Singing  
Use to capture solo or group vocal performances  
Quiet and  
Acoustic  
Music  
Suited for acoustic instruments and quiet music applications  
Use when recording a band or other loud sources  
Loud Music  
or Band  
Flat  
A completely unprocessed signal (no equalization or compression settings  
used). Use when processing the audio after recording.  
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Applications  
This section suggests microphone placement for  
typical use cases. Keep in mind that there are  
many effective ways to record a given source.  
Experiment with the following microphone  
placement and settings to find what works best.  
Podcast and Voice Recording  
Set the microphone to the Speech mode. Speak  
directly into the front of the microphone at a  
distance of 2-12 inches (5-30 cm) away. Speaking  
closer to the microphone results in more bass  
response, similar to voices on a radio broadcast.  
Make additional gain adjustments if necessary.  
6-15 ft  
(2-4 m)  
For other loud sources, such as an electric guitar  
amplifier, aim the microphone at the sound source  
from 0-18 inches (0-45 cm) away.  
2-12 in  
(5-30 cm)  
Set the microphone to the Band mode and make  
additional gain adjustments if necessary.  
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. For a small group or a performer  
who is singing and playing an instrument  
0-18 in  
(0-45 cm)  
simultaneously, use a distance of 2 to 10 feet  
(0.6m to 3 m). Placing the microphone farther  
away results in more ambient room sound.  
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.  
Set the microphone to the Acoustic or Singing  
mode and make additional gain adjustments if  
necessary.  
Bands and Loud Sources  
To record a band with drums or amplified  
instruments, aim the microphone towards the  
group at a distance of 6 to 15 feet (1.8 to 4.6 m).  
Placement of the microphone depends on the size  
of the room, number of people, and instrument  
volume. If possible, walk around the room and  
listen to find where it sounds best.  
Additional Tips  
Shure offers additional educational publications on  
recording techniques for specific instruments and  
applications. Visit shure.com for more information.  
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Adjusting Microphone Level  
Select the correct preset mode for your recording  
application. If you hear distortion or the audio is  
too low, adjust the microphone level in the audio or  
sound control panel of your computer or recording  
device.  
Tips:  
Set the microphone level before adjusting  
headphone volume.  
The headphone volume does not affect the  
signal level sent to the computer.  
Use the volume slider on the front panel to  
adjust the microphone gain level.  
Note: The microphone gain control is  
independent of the preset modes. Set your  
microphone level and experiment with dynamic  
processing options via the preset modes.  
Mac audio settings panel  
Adjusting Headphone Level  
Input Meter Level  
The headphone monitoring level is affected by the  
MV51 device level and the computer settings level.  
Raise your computer volume up and easily adjust  
headphones through the MV51 device headphone  
settings.  
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.  
-20 -15  
-7  
-5  
-3 -2  
0
db -30  
-10  
-1  
L
Headphone Volume  
R
Peak Levels  
The target range for peak levels on a typical  
meter is between -12 and -6 dB.  
Computer Volume Level  
Microphone Level  
Listening Through  
Headphones  
Accessing the Control Panel  
The MV51 is equipped with a headphone jack to  
allow you to monitor audio from the computer and  
microphone. The signal is an equal blend of the  
direct microphone signal and audio playback from  
the computer. The benefit of this feature is that  
the headphone settings are conveniently located.  
They are easily accessed through the MV51 touch  
panel. To adjust the amount of playback audio in  
this mix, use the computer or DAW mixer settings.  
PC  
1. Open the sound control panel and select the  
Recording tab.  
2. Open the Shure MV51 device.  
3. Under the Levels tab, adjust the gain level  
using the slider.  
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.  
Tip: When first connecting the microphone to your  
computer, make sure to raise the volume level  
in the sound control panel of the computer for a  
strong audio signal. Then adjust headphone level  
for comfortable monitoring.  
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Sampling Rate and Bit Depth  
Sample Rate and Bit Depth settings are found in a drop down menu in the audio or sound control panel  
of your computer. You can adjust these variables to fit your needs. Select a lower sample rate for podcast  
recording, when it is important to have a smaller file for easy download. Select a higher sample rate for  
music and more dynamic recordings.  
Tip: Record at a higher sample rate and bounce down to an M4A for a file with the highest sound quality  
at a manageable size.  
Tip for PC users: Make sure that the sample rate and bit depth microphone settings, found in the sound  
control panel of the computer, match with the sample rate and bit depth selected in your software.  
Troubleshooting  
Issue  
Solution  
The display does not illuminate 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  
Audio is distorted  
Check the sound control panel of the computer to ensure that the  
MV51 is fully plugged in and recognized.  
Use the audio meter to ensure that volume peaks are within the target  
range. If level is reaching the red peak indicator of the input meter,  
turn the gain down.  
Audio sounds unnatural or  
jittery  
Make sure that the sample rate and bit depth microphone settings,  
found in the sound control panel of the computer, are consistent with  
the sample rate and bit depth selected in your software.  
MV51 is plugged in, but the  
Edit the privacy setting for the iOS device under SETTINGS > PRIVACY  
volume meter does not register > MICROPHONE to give the recording application permission to use the  
a signal.  
microphone.  
Device not working with  
USB hub.  
The MV51 requires 250 mA per port. Check USB hub documentation  
for current/port specification.  
System Requirements and  
Compatibility  
Furnished Accessories  
1 m USB cable  
Windows  
Windows 7 and Windows 8  
Minimum RAM = 64 MB  
USB 2.0  
AMV-USB  
AMV-LTG  
95A2050  
1 m Lightning cable  
Macintosh  
OS X Lion 10.7, OS X Mountain  
Lion 10.8, OS X Mavericks  
10.9, OS X Yosemite 10.10  
Minimum RAM = 64 MB  
USB 2.0  
5/8" to 3/8" (Euro) Threaded  
Adapter  
iOS  
iOS 8.0  
iOS 7.0  
iPhone  
iPhone 5  
iPhone 5c  
iPhone 5s  
iPhone 6  
iPhone 6 Plus  
iPod Touch  
iPad  
5th gen  
iPad 4th gen  
iPad Air  
iPad Air 2  
iPad Mini  
iPad Mini 1st gen  
iPad Mini 2nd gen  
iPad Mini 3rd gen  
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Specifications  
MFi Certified  
Adjustable Gain Range  
Stand Adapter  
Yes  
0 to +36 dB  
5/8-27 thread mount (standard mic  
stand mount)  
DSP Modes (Presets)  
Speech/Singing/Acoustic/Loud/Flat  
Sensitivity  
-39 dBFS/Pa at 1 kHz [1] [2}  
Housing  
all metal construction  
Transducer Type  
Electret Condenser (25 mm)  
Maximum SPL  
130 dB SPL [2]  
Net Weight  
574.7 g (20.27oz.)  
Polar Pattern  
Unidirectional (Cardioid)  
Headphone Output  
3.5 mm (1/8")  
Dimensions  
128 x 86 x 70 mm H x W x D  
Bit Depth  
16-bit/24-bit  
Power Requirements  
Powered through USB or Lightning  
connector  
Cable  
1 m USB cable, 1 m Lightning cable  
Sampling Rate  
44.1/48 kHz  
Mute Switch Attenuation  
Yes  
[1] 1 Pa=94 dB SPL  
Frequency Response  
20 Hz to 20,000 Hz  
[2]At Minimum Gain, Flat Mode  
Mounting Stand  
Built-in  
Certifications  
Industry Canada ICES-003 Compliance Label: CAN  
ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)  
Information to the user  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply  
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to  
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed  
to provide reasonable protection against harmful  
interference in a residential installation. This equipment  
generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy  
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the  
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no guarantee that  
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If  
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio  
or television reception, which can be determined by  
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged  
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the  
following measures:  
Note: Testing is based on the use of supplied and  
recommended cable types. The use of other than  
shielded (screened) cable types may degrade EMC  
performance.  
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:  
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  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and  
the receiver.  
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit  
different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV  
technician for help.  
"Made for iPod," "Made for iPhone," and "Made for iPad" mean that an electronic accessory has been  
designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the  
developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device  
or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with  
iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect wireless performance.  
iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod touch, and Retina are trademarks of Apple Inc.,  
registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPad Air and iPad mini are trademarks of Apple Inc. The  
trademark "iPhone" is used with a license from Aiphone K.K.  
Mac® and Lightning® are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.  
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1,000 Hz  
Polar Pattern  
20  
15  
10  
5
0,61 m (2 ft.) from sound source  
0
-5  
-10  
-15  
-20  
-25  
-30  
20  
100  
1k  
10k  
20k  
Hz  
Frequency Response  
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