Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. Most professional microphones rely on the tried-and-trusted XLR ...

Shure's MV7i is a classic dynamic USB mic with an XLR and 1/4-inch combo input for an additional microphone or instrument. With Shure's MOTIV Mix it's a mini studio.

two-channel audio interface. To achieve this, Shure swapped the XLR output for a combination XLR and 1/4-inch input. All of the mixing can be done inside the company's MOTIV apps, or with your go ...

The MV7i is one of the best microphones on the market today. Audio quality is excellent, plus you can digitalize any instrument and XLR mic with the patented virtual audio interface, or live-edit ...

I certainly can’t say that of setting up an interface and XLR microphone. I’m not a huge fan of extraneous software, so I’m glad to report that the Shure MV6 works just fine without any.

Dan Slentz tests Shure’s new SM4 microphone. The company markets it as a home recording mic for vocals and instruments.

The 512 Audio Limelight is the best budget XLR mic we've found. It's along similar lines to the Shure SM7B, in that it's a dynamic XLR mic with a broadcast-friendly sound. The Limelight has the ...

The Shure MV6 microphone is a great microphone for anyone ... giving you more futureproofing in the form of USB and XLR connectivity. Sure, you could splash out a little bit more funds on the ...

Credit: Shure The Nexadyne 2 Dynamic Kick Drum Microphone features a contoured EQ, built-in acoustic protection from stage rumble, and improved high-frequency extension and attack. Designed for ...

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