Input Meter Level
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.
db
L
R
-30
-20
-15
-10
-7
-5
-3
-2
-1
0
Peak Levels
The target range for peak levels on a typical meter is between -12 and -6
dB.
Listening Through Headphones
The headphone jack provides an equal blend of the direct microphone signal
and audio playback from the computer. This allows you to conveniently adjust
the headphone volume for both with one control, the thumbwheel on the
MV5. To adjust the amount of playback audio relative to the direct microphone
signal, use the computer or DAW mixer settings.
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.
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
SolutionIssue
Make sure that the MV5 is fully plugged in.
The display does
not illuminate
Check the computer sound control panel settings.
When first connecting the MV5 to your computer,
make sure to raise the computer volume level.
Audio is too low
Check the sound control panel of the computer to
ensure that the MV5 is fully plugged in and recognized.
Audio sounds bad
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 is distorted
SolutionIssue
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.
Audio sounds
unnatural or jittery
Edit the privacy setting for the iOS device under
SETTINGS>PRIVACY>MICROPHONE to give the
recording application permission to use the
microphone.
MV5 is plugged in,
but the volume
meter does not
register a signal.
The MV5 requires 250 mA per port. Check USB hub
documentation for current/port specification.
Device not working
with USB hub.
System Requirements and Compatibility
•Windows 7 and higher
•Minimum RAM = 64 MB
•USB 2.0
Windows
•OS X Lion 10.7 and higher
•Minimum RAM = 64 MB
•USB 2.0
Macintosh
•iOS 10.0 and higher
iOS
•iPhone 5 and higher
iPhone
•5th gen
iPod Touch
•iPad 4th gen and higher
iPad
•iPad Mini 1st gen and higher
iPad Mini
Specifications
MFi Certified
Yes
DSP Modes (Presets)
Voice/Instrument/Flat
Shure IncorporatedMV5 Digital Condenser Microphone
3/62017/11/01
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