Shure unveils MV88 USB-C compact microphone for on-the-go creators

Shure MV88 USB-C easily connects to a smartphone for mobile audio recording (Image source: Shure)

Shure recently showcased the MV88 USB-C microphone at CES 2026. A modern refresh of a familiar classic, this compact plug-in recording tool is designed to enhance the audio quality of smartphone videos and comes equipped with software features for noise suppression and flexible modes tailored to on-the-go recording.

Marc Herter (translated by Zhiwei Zhuang), Published 01/05/2026 🇩🇪 🇪🇸 ...

Shure announced the brand-new MV88 USB-C stereo microphone at CES Unveiled 2026. As its name suggests, this model updates the classic MV88 with a USB-C connector, enabling it to plug directly into modern iOS and Android devices without requiring adapters. Available now at a list price of $159 / £145 / €169, it is aimed primarily at journalists and content creators who want to record high-quality audio on the go without having to carry a bunch of equipment.

The company focuses on delivering a streamlined user experience by eliminating batteries and complex pairing processes. Drawing power directly from the host device via USB-C, the microphone remains compact and portable, integrating seamlessly into mobile workflows. Software support is a key aspect of its functionality: Shure’s MOTIV Video and MOTIV Audio mobile apps, along with MOTIV Mix on the desktop, allow users to access advanced controls for audio customisation, including a five-band equaliser, limiter, compressor, and high-pass filter.

The MV88 USB-C offers four selectable polar patterns to suit a wide range of scenarios. Users can choose between stereo (width adjustable from 60 to 135 degrees), mono cardioid for focused capture, mono bi-directional for interviews, and raw mid-side. Shure has included an auto-level mode that provides real-time gain adjustment to account for volume fluctuations, ensuring consistent audio quality in dynamic environments. An intelligent real-time denoiser also helps reduce unwanted background noise. The microphone will ship with a foam windscreen and a protective case.

Source(s)

Shure MV88-USB-C

Loading Comments

Comment on this article

VW brings back buttons and 80s retr...

Microsoft CEO doesn’t want people t...

Editor of the original article: Marc Herter - Managing Editor Consumer Laptops - 507 articles published on Notebookcheck since 2021

From an early age I liked to thoroughly examine all kinds of devices to see how they worked, which also involved taking my own devices apart and therefore not always to the delight of my parents. Nevertheless, with my grandfather’s support, I became a computer and electronics tinkerer. With the family PC and Lego Mindstorms, my interested in software and programming took off, and I am currently an engineering program student. I enjoy building all sorts of gadgets with Arduino and 3D printers, and I still like to put electronic devices through their paces. By joining the Notebookcheck editorial team, I have been able to turn my hobby into a profession.

contact me via: Facebook, marc_i_may

Translator: Zhiwei Zhuang - Translator - 534 articles published on Notebookcheck since 2022

After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, I moved from Singapore to Cologne in 2014 and began pursuing a career as a freelance translator. Much of my translation work focuses on science, engineering and technology. My fascination with computers and mobile electronics began when I was young. And I have fond memories reading countless tech and gaming magazines. Working with Notebookcheck gives me the opportunity to incorporate my personal interests into my professional work.

Please share our article, every link counts!