V7 MC1

Great powerful sound, effortless, wireless

A high-performance wireless version of our V7 supercardioid dynamic vocal mic, specially designed for your Shure® handheld transmitter.

V7 MC1

Great powerful sound, effortless, wireless

A high-performance wireless version of our V7 supercardioid dynamic vocal mic, specially designed for your Shure® handheld transmitter.

Recommended Use

Vocals, speech

Highlights
Brings the powerful sound and performance of the V7 to Shure® wireless transmitters
Captures your voice in the most natural way you've ever heard on stage
All-metal beveled spring grille
Specialized supercardioid aluminum voice coil
Patented integrated shockmount
Switchable internal windscreen
Available in two different color combinations















Inside the mic

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    INNOVATIVE, SPECIALIZED ALUMINUM VOICE COIL

    The DMC7 dynamic capsule in the V7 MC1 has been custom-developed for a crisp, open sound that perfectly captures your voice in the most natural way you’ve ever heard on stage – and its sophisticated supercardioid capsule design helps isolate your voice from other instruments, ensuring vast amounts of gain before feedback.

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    PATENTED INTEGRATED SHOCK MOUNT

    The V7 MC1’s innovative, patented shockmount efficiently decouples the capsule from mechanical vibration, providing exceptionally low handling noise as compared to other capsules in its class. This means you can feel free to move around on stage without fear of rumbles, pops, or anything other than your voice coming through.

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    ALL-METAL HOUSING & BEVELED SPRING STEEL GRILLE

    The V7 MC1’s road-ready design is all metal. The chassis’ high quality, highly durable zinc alloy is designed to withhold the wear & tear of day to day tour life for years and its beveled edge around the grille prevents your mic from rolling when you put it down – so simple, so effective.

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    INTERNAL WINDSCREEN & GOLD-PLATED CONTACTS

    Efficiently reduces unwanted wind noise and plosive pops….and in the unlikely case you should not appreciate our stylish “sE Red” color, we’ve included a spare black internal windscreen in the box for you. The V7 MC1’s gold-plated contacts ensure a loss-free and reliable signal connection for years to come.

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    AVAILABLE IN TWO COLOR COMBINATIONS

    The V7 MC1 Standard and the V7 MC1 BLACK to complement Shure® transmitters. Both versions include red & black internal windscreens for additional customization.

Inside the Mic Grille

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    BEVELED SPRING STEEL GRILLE

    The beveled edge around the grille is made to prevent your mic from rolling when you put it down on top of your amp or the stage floor – so simple, yet so effective. The V7’s spring steel mesh grille is dent-proof and corrosion-free for perfect reliability.

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    SWITCHABLE INTERNAL WINDSCREEN

    Efficiently reduces unwanted wind noise and plosive pops….and just in case you don’t like our stylish “sE Red” color, we’ve included a spare black windscreen in the box for you.















Specs

Components
Capsule Dynamic
Power
Electrical impedance 300 Ohms
Connectivity Compatible with all Shure® handheld transmitters (except the BLX and GLX-D series)
Sound
Polar patterns Supercardioid
Frequency range 40 Hz - 19 kHz
Sensitivity 2.0 mV / Pa (-54 dBV)
Magnet Neodymium
Voice coil Aluminum
Dimensions
Mic 54 mm (2.13 in.)
Mic length 92 mm (3.62 in.)
Mic weight 150 g (5.29 oz.)
What's in the box
V7 MC1
sE logo sticker
User manual with warranty card
black internal screen

The V7 MC1 requires a Shure® handheld transmitter for operation and is compatible with all models (except the BLX and GLX-D series). The V7 MC1 is also compatible with Audio Technica® 3000 series wireless systems.

 

Downloads

User Manual
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  • “We took a listen, did a comparison, and that was an awesome thing. It rejected better and it sounded more like Justin’s voice when we handed it over to him."

    — Andy Meyer, FOH Engineer (Justin Timberlake, Madonna, Guns N’ Roses, Rage Against The Machine) - sE Artist
    sE Artist

  • "The mic just makes our jobs a lot easier - in front of PAs especially, because these days your artist is in front of the system quite a bit, and we just really love the capsule, it’s been great."

    — Andy Meyer, FOH Engineer (Justin Timberlake, Madonna, Guns N’ Roses, Rage Against The Machine) - sE Artist
    sE Artist

  • "We are totally in love with these V7 MC1 capsules. It works perfectly with Common’s voice and style!"

    — Tim Hibbert, Monitor Engineer (Common)
    sE Artist

  • “The V7 MC1 was by far the most stable capsule I have ever used even in front of a PA!"

    — Jeremy du Bois, PM / FOH (Nick Carter, Trey Songz, Iggy Azalea)

  • "Smooth & crystal clear. I found I could place the voice right where I wanted in the mix with zero leakage even on small stages."

    — Jeremy du Bois, PM / FOH (Nick Carter, Trey Songz, Iggy Azalea)

  • "From falsetto to full voice it was all there. These are a game changer!”

    — Jeremy du Bois, PM / FOH (Nick Carter, Trey Songz, Iggy Azalea)

  • "sE capsules have a very clean sound and their high output helps with not having to over use preamps. I highly recommend it.”

    — Luis “Lou” Rodriguez, Monitor Engineer (Big Sean)
  • "Hand-down best wireless vocal sound we’ve ever had. The even sound across the frequency range has made it my go-to capsule on the Axient system." — Alexander Archer, VEVO DSCVR - sE Artist
    sE Artist

  • "The smoothness in the lows and lack of problematic proximity effect teamed with no harshness in upper mids."

    — Alexander Archer, VEVO DSCVR - sE Artist
    sE Artist

  • "They gives a sound comparable to a studio recording made with an LDC but with all the convenience of a wireless handheld…”

    — Alexander Archer, VEVO DSCVR - sE Artist
    sE Artist

  • “The V7 MC1 capsule is an unbeatable value. During rehearsals with Dream Theater, we had four different capsules to test drive with singer, James Labrie. The decision was easy and unanimous as to which capsule sounded best, so we went ahead and bought four V7's that day."

    — James 'Jimmy T' Meslin, Monitor Engineer (Dream Theater)

  • "The tone of the capsule feels extremely natural, giving you loads of body and clarity before reaching for an EQ."

    — James 'Jimmy T' Meslin, Monitor Engineer (Dream Theater)

  • "On stage, it is extremely forgiving and musical in dealing with ambient instruments, noises and room reflections.”

    — James 'Jimmy T' Meslin, Monitor Engineer (Dream Theater)

  • "The V7 MC1 has made my job easier by delivering the goods needed to keep the artist and the audience smiling. Cheers to sE for the solid workmanship, support, and unbeatable price points."

    — James 'Jimmy T' Meslin, Monitor Engineer (Dream Theater)

  • “It’s a breath of fresh air to have a mic that is not only a dynamic capsule with great rejection, but to also have a very smooth high mid response with a nice airy top end."

    — Drew Thornton, FOH / Mix Engineer (Billie Eilish)

  • "The capsule also responds very well to cupping, which is helpful in keeping a more consistent vocal tone. I am a huge fan of the V7!”

    — Drew Thornton, FOH / Mix Engineer (Billie Eilish)

  • “Straight away the V7 sounded more like the vocal sound I was trying to achieve. With a lot less EQ’ing, I was able to quickly dial in the sound I needed. "

    — Jamie Skey, FOH Engineer (Mabel)

  • "I was a bit skeptical trying out a new capsule at such a large show (02 Arena London) but it sounded great."

    — Jamie Skey, FOH Engineer (Mabel)

  • "The rejection was very impressive, and the bleed that was present was more pleasing and easier to work into the mix. The price also makes it a no brainer.”

    — Jamie Skey, FOH Engineer (Mabel)

  • “I can say that the off-axis rejection of the V7 MC1 has made it the perfect mic for G as it makes her vocal extremely clear, even when behind the drum kit.”

    — Tom Moore, FOH Engineer (G Flip)

  • “The first time I heard my own voice through the V7, it was like someone had lifted a blanket off of my mic."

    — Russell Dickerson, Singer

  • "I also realized how much other stuff was coming through my old microphone. My ear mix is so much cleaner and tighter now, which makes it that much more fun on stage.”

    — Russell Dickerson, Singer

  • "The sE V7 MC1 capsule is, without a doubt, the most transparent microphone capsule in our inventory right now."

    — Dan Smith, Audio Director - Willow Creek Community Church

  • "The first time I heard the mic, it sounded as though the singer was using a large diaphragm condenser. His voice was just bigger and more forward, without doing any EQ or compression."

    — Dan Smith, Audio Director - Willow Creek Community Church

  • "The rejection is amazing. There is much less drum bleed than any of the other mics."

    — Dan Smith, Audio Director - Willow Creek Community Church

  • "I was quite skeptical about testing a new lead vocal capsule in a working setup. But the V7 MC1 blew me away regarding clarity in the highs and a tight, cleaned up low-end."

    — Felix Piccu, FOH Engineer (D'Artagnan, Saltatio Mortis, Turisas)

  • "Even off-axis pickup of cymbals etc. sounds 'more expensive' and easier to integrate in my mix."

    — Felix Piccu, FOH Engineer (D'Artagnan, Saltatio Mortis, Turisas)
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Q&A

What are the differences between your microphones’ polar patterns? How do I choose the most suitable type of polar pattern for my recording environment?

There are no real “right” or “wrong” answers to this question, as different patterns will just provide different types of sounds, and whatever best suits your particular song is usually the right answer! With that said:

  • Cardioid – Generally best for recording vocals or other single sources, when you don’t want to hear much of the room sound around the source.
  • Omni – This is good when you want a less focused, more “roomy” sound. Think distant drum mics in a great-sounding room.
  • Figure-8 – Since this pattern lets the mic “hear” on both sides – front and back – and reject the sounds on either side, it’s handy if you want to record two sources at once from a point in between them, without hearing what’s off to the sides.
  • Hypercardioid / Supercardioid – More directional than Cardioid, this is good for spot mics, when you want the sound to be very focused.
How should I store my microphone?

We generally recommend keeping your microphone in its case or original packaging when it is not in use for more than a few hours. If your studio is very clean and safe, it could be OK to leave out on its mic stand when not in use, but if a mic is out of its case, it could potentially be exposed to dust, smoke, moisture, or humidity – which can damage the sensitive parts of the mic – so we recommend avoiding those things at all cost.

How do I clean the microphone from spillage and dirt?

If your microphone has come in contact with dirt or another removable substance, we recommend cleaning it with a very soft, slightly damp cotton cloth. Do not open the microphone up to clean the inside, and make sure you NEVER touch the capsule itself. Cleaning a capsule should only be done by highly trained professionals in a “clean room” environment. If you suspect your capsule needs to be cleaned, please contact [email protected] so we can recommend an authorized local technician.

My guitar amplifier / drum / horn is VERY loud, and I am concerned about the risk of damage due to loud noise.

For the most part, sE mics can tolerate extremely high SPLs (typically over 135dB) and will be fine in front of even the loudest sources – yes, even our ribbon mics. If in doubt, you can check the specifications on the individual product page.

Which sE mic is best for recording vocals / drums / guitars / etc.?

Check out our Find Your Mic page to find the perfect mic for your application.