Shure MVX2U Gen 2 - USB C Audio Interface for Microphones, with DSP

Shure MVX2U Gen 2 is a compact, bus-powered, single-channel USB-C XLR audio interface designed for recording and streaming on computers, tablets, and smartphones with any dynamic or condenser XLR microphone. It integrates Shure zero-latency DSP with Auto Level, Real-Time Denoiser, and Digital Popper Stopper™ to keep voice and speech clean and consistent even in untreated environments. It offers up to +60 dB of gain, +48V phantom power, and includes a 3.5mm headphone output for zero-latency direct monitoring, with gain, monitor mix, and processing control via the Shure MOTIV app and onboard settings storage.
Compact XLR-USB C interface for recording and streaming on any device
Shure MVX2U Gen 2 is a single-channel XLR-USB-C digital audio interface designed to simplify recording and streaming with XLR microphones on desktops, tablets, and smartphones. Its extremely compact size and direct USB-C power eliminate the need for external power supplies and superfluous cabling, making the interface suitable for both fixed setups and completely mobile workflows. It can be used as a direct "plug-on" connection to the microphone or in-line on an XLR cable, adapting to any configuration with maximum operational flexibility.
Total compatibility with dynamic and condenser microphones
The MVX2U Gen 2 supports any dynamic or condenser XLR microphone, providing up to +60 dB of clean gain and +48V phantom power. The gain range is sufficient even for low-sensitivity microphones, allowing for an adequate level without the need for external preamps. The audio path is designed to remain transparent and neutral, preserving the original tonal character of the connected microphone.
Integrated zero-latency Shure DSP
The interface integrates Shure digital processing, which operates directly on the hardware with zero latency. Features include Auto Level Mode, which automatically adjusts gain in real-time to maintain a consistent level, Real-Time Denoiser to reduce unwanted ambient noise, and Digital Popper Stopper™ to attenuate plosives in speech. These tools allow for a clean and intelligible output even in untreated environments, maintaining sonic consistency across recordings and live streams.
Advanced control via Shure MOTIV app
Interface settings are managed via the Shure MOTIV applications for desktop and mobile devices. From the app, you can control gain, phantom power, monitor mix, and activate or deactivate the DSP, as well as adjust EQ, compression, limiter, and high-pass filter. Configurations are stored directly within the MVX2U Gen 2, allowing you to move a project between smartphones, tablets, and computers while maintaining consistent sound.
Direct monitoring and integrated headphone output
Shure MVX2U Gen 2 integrates a 3.5mm headphone output that allows for zero-latency direct monitoring of the input signal and playback. This allows you to hear exactly what is being recorded or transmitted, adjusting the balance between the direct signal and software return in real-time. Direct monitoring reduces the risk of errors during vocal recordings, podcasts, interviews, and streaming sessions.
Designed for modern workflows and true mobility
The interface is compatible with macOS and Windows systems, as well as iOS and Android devices with USB-C, and is MFi certified for iPhone and iPad. It works with videoconferencing applications, DAWs, and third-party software, in addition to MOTIV apps, making it suitable for podcasting, voice recording, live streaming, interviews, and content creation on the go. Its weight of only 100g and all-metal body make it a robust, pocket-sized solution ready for use anywhere.

Technical Specifications Shure MVX2U Gen 2
Single-channel XLR–USB-C digital audio interface with headphone output
Audio input: Balanced XLR
Input impedance: 5.8 kΩ
Resolution: 16-bit/24-bit
Sample rate: 48 kHz
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20,000 Hz
Adjustable gain range: 0 – +60 dB
Power: via USB-C (bus-powered)
Phantom power: +48 VDC
Digital background noise (20 Hz–20 kHz, A-weighted): −117 dBFS
Integrated DSP (onboard, zero-latency)
Auto Level Mode, Real-Time Denoiser, Digital Popper Stopper™
App-configurable functions: EQ, compression, limiter, high-pass filter
Monitoring: Zero-latency direct
Headphone output: 3.5 mm (1/8") jack
Headphone output power: 20 mW @ 32 Ω
Status indicators: Tricolor LED (Ready / Error / Mute)
USB connection: USB 2.0
System compatibility: macOS 14 or later, Windows 10 or later (64-bit); iOS 17 or later; Android 14 or later
Certification: MFi for compatible iPhone and iPad
Firmware updates: via Shure MOTIV app
Chassis material: Metal
Cable included: USB-C, 1 meter length
Available SKUs: MVX2UG2; MVX2UG2-CHN
Dimensions and weight: 44×140×158mm; 100 grams