XLR-to-USB device that makes it possible to connect a classic XLR microphone, like the Shure SM7B, with a laptop. The MVX2U interface and plug into an XLR mic or at the end of an XLR cable.

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.

The Shure SM7B is a legendary XLR dynamic microphone ... I love the clever way the XLR input is routed on the same axis as the thread-mount, which simplifies positioning your XLR cable.

To achieve this, Shure swapped the XLR output for a combination XLR and 1/4-inch input. All of the mixing ... the MV7i is inspired by the popular SM7B microphone. If you've watched a video podcast ...

XLR microphones: Considered more professional, requiring additional equipment like an audio interface. Popular choices are the Shure SM7B and Rode PodMic. The best mic for you depends on your ...

While this setup has served me very well, I felt the need to downsize my setup a bit and see if I could find a broadcast-quality USB microphone like the Shure SM7B that didn’t require the added preamp ...