Shure MV88 USB-C Stereo Microphone Announced

Shure is to debut the MV88 USB-C stereo microphone at the 2026 edition of CES. This compact, portable USB microphone is designed for mobile content creators, enabling quick, professional-quality recording. The MV88 USB-C is an updated version of the original MV88, featuring a new USB-C connector that connects directly to Android and iOS devices, delivering powerful audio processing in a pocket-sized design.

Supported by creators and mobile journalists, Shure’s MV88 microphone series, including the MV88+ Video Kit and MoveMic 88+ Wireless Stereo Microphone, is widely recognized as the ideal solution for capturing high-quality audio on the move.

“The original MV88 was hugely popular for its simplicity and sound quality,” commented Eduardo Valdes, Shure’s Associate Vice President of Global Marketing and Product Management.

“The new MV88 USB-C takes the professional quality you’ve always trusted and improves upon it. Simply plug it in and start recording instantly, eliminating the worries about pairing, range, signal loss, and battery life associated with wireless. The MV88 USB-C also features the same simple, customizable, high-performance audio signal processing found in the acclaimed Shure MV7+ and MV6 microphones. So you can focus on creating and leave the amazing audio quality to us.”

Professional audio quality made easy on your smartphone

The MV88 USB-C eliminates the need to worry about volume adjustments or background noise. It’s packed with features to support creators, eliminating the hassle of recording and allowing them to focus on their creative work. First, Auto Level Mode adjusts the input level in real time while recording, always maintaining the optimal recording level. There’s no need to set the level manually; the microphone adjusts automatically. What’s more, the real-time denoiser function removes unwanted background noise, ensuring clear, professional audio in any environment. Simply plug it in, enable these features, and you’re ready to start recording.

Suitable for all recording scenarios

Whether shooting a travel vlog, recording a rehearsal, recording an interview, or capturing a live event, the MV88 USB-C enables creators to record confidently in a variety of situations. No setup or additional equipment is required; just plug and play. Plus, with four selectable pickup patterns (stereo mode with adjustable left and right pickup, mono cardioid, mono bidirectional, and raw mid-side) to accommodate a variety of recording scenarios.

Custom Sound Made Simple

Customers who want to customize their audio experience have the flexibility to choose from five quick-start presets based on recording scenarios, or access advanced processing options like mic gain, 5-band EQ, limiter, compressor, high-pass filter, and stereo width adjustments, all of which can be configured through the MOTIV Video and MOTIV Audio mobile apps and the MOTIV Mix desktop app.

Shure MV88 Pricing and Availability

Shure will unveil the MV88 USB-C for the first time at CES Unveiled in Las Vegas. Pre-orders for the MV88 USB-C stereo microphone will begin in Japan on Thursday, February 12, 2026, with the release date scheduled for Thursday, February 19, 2026.