Shure MV7X Podcast Microphone
Online user guide for MV7X. Version: 1.2 (2021-J)
General Description
The Shure MV7X is a professional-quality dynamic microphone, ideal for close mic applications that require vocal intelligibility with a balanced tone. The attractive and durable all-metal design features an adjustable yoke that can be mounted onto a variety of microphone stands for flexible placement options.
Features
Voice Isolation Technology
Highly directional cardioid pattern isolates your voice and removes unwanted background noise.
Durable, Versatile Design
Rugged, all-metal construction and excellent cartridge protection for outstanding reliability.
The MV7X Microphone
The MV7X features a dynamic capsule with a cardioid pattern, which uses Voice Isolation Technology to pick up sound directly in front of the microphone.
MV7X Output
Passive XLR output: Connect to XLR mixers and interfaces.
Mounting Instructions
The MV7X microphone comes equipped with a 5/8"-27 threaded mount, the thread size most commonly found on microphone stands. This mount can be used with a microphone stand or hung from a boom.
Note: Be very careful not to unloosen the screws all the way.
Diagram showing the microphone yoke attachment, illustrating how to loosen screws to rotate the microphone 180 degrees for orientation adjustment.
Windscreen
The windscreen offers maximum protection from plosives and creates a warmer, more intimate sound for speech applications, like podcasting and gaming.
Specifications
Transducer Type | Dynamic (moving coil) |
Polar Pattern | Unidirectional (Cardioid) |
Output Impedance | 252 Ω |
Frequency Response | 50 Hz to 16,000 Hz |
Sensitivity | (@ 1 kHz, open circuit voltage) -55 dBV/Pa [1] (1.78 mV) |
Polarity | Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3. |
Housing | All metal construction. |
Mounting Type | 5/8"-27 thread mount. |
Net Weight | 0.55 kg (1.21 lbs) |
[1] 1 Pa=94 dB SPL |
A graph showing the typical frequency response of the microphone, with frequency in Hz on the x-axis and dB on the y-axis, showing a relatively flat response from 50 Hz to 16 kHz.
Two polar pattern diagrams illustrating the microphone's directional sensitivity at different frequencies (250 Hz and 2500 Hz), showing a cardioid pickup pattern.
Diagram showing the overall dimensions of the microphone, with measurements provided in millimeters and inches for length, diameter, and mounting points.
MV7X Yoke Assembly
The MV7X yoke allows a podcaster to be flexible with mic placement. Loosen the yoke knobs and you can adjust the microphone in a variety angles. If the microphone becomes detached from the yoke, these are the steps to put it together in the correct order to ensure that your microphone is secure. Each side uses one thin gray spring washer, one shiny silver brass washer, two black plastic washers and the yoke and threaded yoke knob.
Diagram illustrating the components of the MV7X yoke assembly, including the threaded knob, spring washer, brass washer, black plastic washers, and the yoke itself.
- Start with the threaded knob flat side down on your tabletop.
- Stack the washers on the threaded knob: Place a black plastic washer on the knob, then one side of the yoke, then the second black plastic washer, followed by the flat silver washer and the thin spring washer.
- Using your finger to hold the screw assembly in place, slide the MV7X onto the threaded screw and turn the knob to keep washers in place. Note: Be sure to keep this side on but loose so that you have room to easily move the yoke and assemble the washers on the opposite side.
- On the opposite yoke arm, place the washers into the side of the MV7X in reverse order: Thin spring washer > Flat silver washer > Black plastic washer > Yoke arm.
- The yoke arm needs to be placed directly onto the stack of washers. To ensure that the washers are aligned, put a pen through the yoke and washers to make sure that everything is properly centered. Leave pen in place.
- Place the second black plastic washer onto the remaining threaded knob.
- Remove the pen. Insert the threaded knob and black plastic washer into the stacked washers and tighten both sides to ensure that your microphone is stable.
Accessories
Furnished Accessories
- Brass Adapter (Part Number: 31B1856)
Replacement Parts
- Black Windscreen (Part Number: AMV7-K-WS)
Certifications
This product meets the Essential Requirements of all relevant European directives and is eligible for CE marking.