SHURE MV6 USB Gaming Microphone User Guide

SHURE MV6 USB Gaming Microphone

Specifications

• Product: MV6 USB Gaming Microphone
• Version: 1.0 (2024-I)
• Manufacturer: Shure Incorporated

Product Information

General Description

The MV6 is a USB gaming microphone that offers professional sound quality with easy setup and configuration.

Features

• DSP That Brings Sound to Life: Professional sound quality without needing audio experience. Adjust settings in the MOTIV MixTM app.
• Tap-to-mute Button: Instantly mute your microphone with the tap of a button.
• USB-C and 3.5 mm Headphone Output: Connect to any computer, phone, or tablet via USB-C. Monitor in real-time with the 3.5 mm headphone output.

Product Usage Instructions

Quick Setup

1. Connect the MV6 to your device using the USB-C cable.
2. Download and install the MOTIV MixTM app for advanced settings.
3. Adjust your monitor mix in the app to balance audio playback.

Mic Setup in MOTIV Mix
In the MOTIV MixTM app, you can configure various settings for the MV6 microphone such as gain, EQ, and monitoring levels.

LED Mute Button
The LED mute button on the MV6 allows you to quickly mute and unmute the microphone for privacy or convenience.

Firmware Update

Keep your MV6 firmware up to date for the best performance.
Follow the instructions provided by Shure for firmware updates.

FAQ

How do I update the firmware of the MV6 USB Gaming Microphone?
To update the firmware of your MV6, follow the instructions provided by Shure in the user manual. Make sure to keep the device connected during the update process for successful firmware installation.

Can I use the MV6 with both Mac and Windows devices?
Yes, the MV6 is compatible with both Mac and Windows operating systems. Ensure that you meet the system requirements outlined by Shure for optimal performance.

In the online user guide for MV6, learn how to set up, use, and configure the MV6 USB microphone.
Version: 1.0 (2024-I)

MV6
USB Gaming Microphone

Update Firmware
For the best experience, keep the firmware on your device up to date.
Important Safety Instructions for Passive Microphones

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Before using this product, please read and save the enclosed warnings and safety instructions.

| WARNING: Ignoring these warnings may cause severe injury or death as a result of incorrect opera­tion.

If water or other foreign objects enter the inside of the device, fire or electric shock may result.

Do not attempt to modify this product. Doing so could result in personal injury and/or product failure.

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| CAUTION: Ignoring these cautions may cause moderate injury or property damage as a result of in­ correct operation.

Never disassemble or modify the device, as failures may result.

Do not subject to extreme force and do not pull on the cable or failures may result. Keep the microphone dry and avoid exposure to extreme temperatures and humidity.

High sound pressure

Hearing damage risk
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.

WARNING
LISTENING TO AUDIO AT EXCESSIVE VOLUMES CAN CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING DAMAGE. USE AS LOW A VOLUME AS POSSIBLE. Over exposure to excessive sound levels can damage your ears resulting in permanent noise-induced
hearing loss (NIHL). Please use the following guidelines established by the Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) on maximum time exposure to sound pressure levels before hearing damage occurs.

General Description

The MV6 USB Gaming Microphone features everything gamers and streamers need to get professional sound right out of the box. Combining iconic design, Voice Isolation Technology and advanced DSP features such as Auto Level Mode, Digital Pop­ per Stopper , and Real-time Denoiser, the MV6 makes pro-level sound even more accessible. The MV6 features a USB-C output for connectivity to any PC, Mac, phone, or tablet and a 3.5mm headphone output for real-time monitoring of your sound.

Configure your sound using the free Shure MOTIV Mix app on desktop or the MOTIV mobile apps for Android and iOS.

Features
DSP That Brings Sound to Life
The MV6 features ensure you always get professional sound without needing any audio experience. Adjust settings and fea­tures in the MOTIV Mix app. These features are turned on by default, so you can unbox, plug in, and go:

• Auto Level Mode: With our state-of-the-art Auto Level Mode, your MV6 intelligently adjusts microphone gain in real-time based on your distance from the microphone and volume level for consistent sound at all times. Whether you’re in the heat of an intense gaming session or quietly chatting with your followers on stream, the MV6 guarantees perfect audio lev­els at all times.
• Digital Popper Stopper™: Inspired by our acclaimed MV7+, the Digital Popper Stopper™ technology effectively elimi­nates harsh plosive sounds, delivering clear, distraction-free audio without needing a physical pop filter.
• Real-time Denoiser: Our intelligent DSP technology within the MV6 removes unwanted background noise, from humming fans to whirring air conditioners to ensure only your voice is captured and nothing else.
• Voice Isolation Technology: The MV6’s combination of dynamic capsule and cardioid pick up pattern ensures that the microphone doesn’t capture any unwanted background or room noise for crystal-clear audio every time.

Tap-to-mute Button
Privacy at your fingertips. The MV6’s tap­to­mute button offers immediate control, allowing you to mute your microphone in­stantly whenever you need a moment of silence.

USB-C and 3.5 mm Headphone Output
The MV6 is designed for modern setups, featuring a USB-C output for instant connection to any computer, phone, or tablet and a 3.5 mm output for real-time headphone monitoring. Configure your monitor mix in the MOTIV Mix™ app to balance what you hear in your headphones between computer audio and microphone playback.

Everything Included
The MV6 comes with everything you need to start your audio journey, including a sturdy round base desktop stand and a 1 m USB-C cable. Get connected and start creating instantly.

Connect via USB-C

1. Plug the included USB-C cable into your MV6.
2. Connect the other end of the USB-C cable to your compatible laptop, phone, or tablet.
3. Plug your headphones into the monitor output.

Quick Setup with MOTIV Mix

1. Use the USB-C cable to plug the microphone into your computer.
   The LED panel on the MV6 will pulse when the connection is made.

2. Download MOTIV Mix at http://www.shure.com/MOTIVMix.
   Your computer may request permission to use the external device the first time the app is opened.

3. Select your microphone from the Sources panel.

Access customized controls for your MOTIV microphone via the settings gear icon in MOTIV Mix.

MV6 Outputs

• 3.5 mm monitor output: Connect to headphones and earphones for latency-free monitoring
• USB-C: Use the included USB-C cable to connect to your computer, phone, or tablet

The MOTIV Mix Desktop App

MOTIV Mix is a robust Mac and Windows application that allows you to configure a microphone, record sounds, and save au­dio recordings from any microphone connected to your computer. For a full description of the features and capabilities of MOTIV Mix, see the MOTIV Mix user guide.

Use the MOTIV Mix desktop app to quickly adjust settings on the MV6. To adjust MV6 settings in MOTIV Mix, select the gear icon next to the microphone name or in the input panel on the mixer. The device stores the most recently used settings for quick setup.

Mic Setup in MOTIV Mix
MOTIV Mix enables you to change the settings on your MV6 to match your application perfectly. Auto Level mode automatically adjusts gain in the moment for clear, quality output. Auto Level mode is the default setting on MV6. For a more detailed control of settings, Manual mode allows you to customize settings to fit your specific application.

• Mute/Unmute Mute and unmute the MV6 in MOTIV Mix. The MV6 can also be muted or unmuted by touching the mute button.
• Mute Lock Select the lock icon to lock or unlock the microphone mute status. While locked, the microphone will remain muted or unmuted. When Mute Lock is enabled, the mute button will flash red three times when touched.
• Mute Lock doesn’t persist through a power cycle and will turn off when the MV6 restarts or is unplugged and plugged back in.
• Firmware Update When a new firmware update is available, select the Firmware Update Available button to update the device.
• Gain Auto level mode automatically adjusts gain applied to the microphone. Manual mode gives full control over the mi­crophone gain. Use the slider to adjust microphone gain in Manual mode.
• Monitor Mix Move the sliders to adjust the levels of mic and PC sound sources in the headphones connected to the de­vice.
• Tone Adjust the tone of the MV6 between Dark, Natural, and Bright by moving the slider.
• Real-time Denoiser Enable or disable the Real-time Denoiser DSP to help reduce unwanted noise.
• Digital Popper Stopper™ Enable or disable the Popper Stopper DSP to detect and reduce plosives.
• High Pass Filter Reduce unwanted low-frequency rumbling noise with a high pass filter at 75 Hz or 150 Hz.
• Reset to Defaults Select Reset to Defaults to reset your device to factory settings. This will remove all changes you have made to the device.

Auto Level Mode, Real-time Denoiser, and the Digital Popper Stopper are optimized for speech. When using the MV6 for other applications, like singing or playing a musical instrument, disable Auto Level Mode, Real-time Denoiser, and the Digital Popper Stopper for the best recording.

LED Mute Button

Touch the mute button to mute or unmute the microphone. When the device is muted, the LED microphone icon will be solid red.
When Mute Lock is engaged in MOTIV Mix, the mute button will flash red three times when touched.

LED Behavior

• Pulses amber: Powering on. The MV6 is connecting to the computer, phone, or tablet.
• Turns green USB-C connection success. On successful connection to the computer, phone, or tablet, the mute button will turn green.
• Continues pulsing amber: USB-C connection failure. If the microphone is unable to connect to the computer, phone, or tablet, the mute button will continue to pulse amber. Unplug the microphone and plug back in.
• Turns red: MV6 is muted. When the device is muted, the mute button will turn red.
• Flashes red 3 times when touched: MV6 is mute locked and can only be unmuted in MOTIV Mix. When mute lock is enabled in MOTIV Mix, the mute button flashes red 3 times when touched.
• Flashes amber quickly: Firmware update. While the microphone firmware is updating, the LED panel quickly flashes amber. Keep the microphone connected until the firmware update is complete.
• Flashes amber and green: Identify. When the device is identified from MOTIV Mix, the mute button will flash amber and green.
• Flashes red continuously: Error. The mute button will flash red when an error occurs.

Firmware Update
Take advantage of additional features and design enhancements by updating the firmware in MOTIV Mix, MOTIV for iOS and Android, or MOTIV Video for iOS and Android when prompted.
In MOTIV Mix, when a firmware update is available, the Firmware Update Available button will appear in the settings panel of your MV6. Select the button to update your firmware.
Leave the MV6 plugged in until the firmware update is complete.
Contact Shure Service and Repair if you experience any issues.

Keep equipment connected during updates
Keep your MOTIV device connected to your computer or mobile device when updating to ensure that there are no update is­sues.

System Requirements

Check the MOTIV Mix app or MOTIV mobile apps for the latest information on system requirements and compatibility.

System Requirements and Compatibility: Mac

• MacOS 12 and higher
• Minimum 8 GB of RAM
• Minimum 20% of hard disk space

System Requirements and Compatibility: Windows

• Windows 10 and higher
• Minimum 8 GB of RAM
• Minimum 20% of hard disk space

System Requirements and Compatibility: iOS

• iOS: iOS 16 and higher

System Requirements and Compatibility: Android

• Android 12.0 and higher

Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
Note: See the MOTIV Mix, MOTIV for iOS and Android, or MOTIV Video product pages for information on supported Android devices.

Additional Resources

• Shure Knowledge Base FAQs
• Training from the Shure Audio Institute
• Microphone Techniques for Recording
• Houses of Worship Systems Guide
• Shure Performance & Production YouTube channel
• Shure Creators YouTube channel

Download Shure Software

• Software and firmware archive

Specifications

• Transducer Type
  Dynamic (moving coil)

• Polar Pattern
  Unidirectional (Cardioid)

• A/D Converter
  16 or 24-bit, 44.1 or 48 kHz

• Frequency Response
  50 Hz to 15,000 Hz

• Adjustable Gain Range
  0 to +36 dB

• Sensitivity
  (@ 1 kHz)
  ­34.7 dBFS/Pa [1][2] (1.78 mV)

• USB-C Maximum SPL
  128 dB SPL [2]

• On-Board DSP
  Auto-Level Mode, Digital Popper Stopper, Real-time Denoiser, Tone Slider, High-Pass Filter

• Headphone Output
  3.5 mm (1/8″)

• Power Requirements
  USB Audio Class 2 (UAC2), Powered through USB-C bus power (USB 2.0 or higher)

• MFi Certified
  Yes

Software Compatibility

• Connector Type
  USB-C

• Mounting Type
  5/8″ – 27 thread mount

• Housing
  Diecast zinc alloy

• Net Weight
  (of MV6, stand, and base)
  1287 g (2.83 lbs)

• Dimensions (MV6)
  169 mm x 51 mm (6.6 in. x 2.0 in)

• Dimensions (MV6 in base)
  295 mm x 169 mm x 127 mm (11.6 in x 6.6 in x 5.0 in)

[1] 1 Pa=94 dB SPL
[2] At Minimum Gain, Flat Mode Bit Depth| Sampling Rate
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24| 48 kHz
24| 44.1 kHz
16| 48 kHz
16| 44.1 kHz

Accessories

Furnished Accessories

1 meter USB-C to USB-C Cable|
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Black Foam Windscreen| AMV6WS

Replacement Parts

[1] The AMC-USBC-LTG15 cable is crucial when using the MV6 with iPhones and iPads that use a Lightning connector.

Certifications

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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction manual, may cause interference with radio and television reception.

Notice: The FCC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Incorporated could void your authority to operate this equipment.
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:

• 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.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
For information regarding responsible party and other matters relating to FCC compliance, please contact Shure Incorporated,5800 W. Touhy Avenue, Niles, Illinois 60714-4608 U.S.A. shure.com/contact
Industry Canada ICES-003 Compliance Label: CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

Canada, ISED Notice

Notice: The Industry Canada regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Shure Inc. could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This microphone for use with any microphone stand with a 5/8″ threaded adapter.

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.

CE Notice
Hereby, Shure Incorporated declares that this product with CE Marking has been determined to be in compliance with European Union requirements.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following site: https://www.shure.com/enEU/support/declarations-of- conformity.

UKCA Notice
Hereby, Shure Incorporated declares that this product with UKCA Marking has been determined to be in compliance with UKCA requirements.

The full text of the UK declaration of conformity is available at the following site: https://www.shure.com/enGB/support/declarations-of- conformity.
This product meets the Essential Requirements of all relevant European directives and is eligible for CE marking.

Made for iPad (5th generation), iPad (6th generation, iPad (7th generation, iPad (8th generation), iPad Air 2, iPad Air 3, iPad Mini 4, iPad Mini 5, iPad Pro 9.7inch (1st generation), iPad Pro (12.9inch) 1st generation, iPad Pro 10.5inch 2017 (2nd generation),iPad Pro 12.9-inch 2017 (2nd generation), iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8,iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, iPhone XR, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12,iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone SE 2, iPod Touch (7th generation).

iPad, iPhone, iPod and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPad Air, iPad mini,and Lightning are trademarks of Apple Inc. The trademark “iPhone” is used in Japan with a license from Aiphone K.K.

Android Compatibility
This equipment is compatible with Android devices that support USB Audio Class 2.0 and USB-C connectivity. Not all Android devices are compatible. Android is a trademark of Google Inc.

Recycling Information
Please consider the environment, electric products and packaging are part of regional recycling schemes and do not belong to regular household waste.

Environmental Regulatory Information

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
In the European Union and the United Kingdom, this label indicates that this product should not be disposed of with household waste. It should be deposited at an appropriate facility to enable recovery and recycling.

Registration, Evaluation, Authorization of Chemicals (REACH) Directive
REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization of Chemicals) is the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) chemical substances regulatory framework. Information on substances of very high concern contained in Shure products in a concentration above 0.1% weight over weight (w/w) is available upon request

References

• Service
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• Shure Audio Institute Publications Education - Shure
• Shure Audio Institute Publications Education - Shure
• MOTIV Mix User Guide - Shure

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