Shure MV88+ Video Kit

[TheGITM]

I just purchased the Shure MV88+ video kit to use with my Android phone. Anyone else have this? What are your thoughts?

[TBman]

I have one, used it once. I was transitioning to using finger picks and at the time I was trying out metal finger picks. Not a good result,

I'm going to try it again though. I don't know why anyone would want to see my mug while playing, but folks seem to prefer videos

[TheGITM]

I am planning to dive into it a bit over the weekend. It seems like a pretty cool little unit and should be much better audio quality than the microphone on my phone.

I stumbled onto it from a tweet that Jason Isbell posted when asked what he uses when he's playing around. This was what he said works for him (though he said he gets them for free).

[TBman]

Originally Posted by TheGITM

I am planning to dive into it a bit over the weekend. It seems like a pretty cool little unit and should be much better audio quality than the microphone on my phone.

I stumbled onto it from a tweet that Jason Isbell posted when asked what he uses when he's playing around. This was what he said works for him (though he said he gets them for free).

I needed a small table to be able to use it in my recording area so I ordered one from Amazon today. I'll set it up and give it a go. I've been eyeing some of the Zoom video recorders, but maybe this is probably better to start off with to see if I can even stomach videoing myself

[jontewright]

I have one and like it. The software is good and user friendly and the mic is a definite improvement on my iPhone mic.

I'd advise getting a longer cable than the one supplied so that you can position the mic closer to you and the phone further away when you are recording.

[TheGITM]

Originally Posted by jontewright

I have one and like it. The software is good and user friendly and the mic is a definite improvement on my iPhone mic.

I'd advise getting a longer cable than the one supplied so that you can position the mic closer to you and the phone further away when you are recording.

Good suggestion. The short cable leaves no real options for placement. Though I did read elsewhere that there can be issues if you try to use a cable extension.

[joejessal]

I have one and really like it. Great for getting quick video and sound samples. I’ve actually made some nice takes. Use the Motiv Videoand Motiv Audio apps to fine tune your project. Yes, get a longer cable if you want to position the mic at different positions. Do not use an extension. Get a one piece cable. About 3’ is as long as you’re going find that works. I know there’s a lot better systems out there. But this is simple and works. I take it while I’m traveling and get some cool backgrounds in the video. Cheers

[joejessal]

Let me correct myself. You can buy longer cables direct from Shure. I read on their site you can use up to 15’ and have it work. They’re a little speedy though. I have read some people having trouble with aftermarket cables though, so I would go though Shure. For sure!

[Howard Emerson]

Originally Posted by TheGITM

I just purchased the Shure MV88+ video kit to use with my Android phone. Anyone else have this? What are your thoughts?

I have the mic itself AND the video kit, which I actually haven't set up yet. Both are for the iPhone.

The nice thing about the mic itself (when used with a long cable) is being able to have the sound you want, AND the video shot not be dependent on the mic location.

The sound quality is absolutely wonderful no matter how you slice it!

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[Chipotle]

Originally Posted by jontewright

I'd advise getting a longer cable than the one supplied so that you can position the mic closer to you and the phone further away when you are recording.

Get the longer cable, since this is key to a good recording. The optimal positions for camera and mic are completely different. The mic needs to be close, the camera farther back.

[TBman]

I just ordered a longer cable from Amazon. I'll report back after I receive it and test it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1