# Shure MV7+ vs Elgato Wave:3 MK.2: specs and price compared

A sourced, side-by-side comparison of the Shure MV7+ (Shure) and Elgato Wave:3 MK.2 (Elgato) among microphones.

## Side by side

| Spec | Shure MV7+ | Elgato Wave:3 MK.2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| US price | not published | $169.99 |
| Brand | Shure | Elgato |
| Released | 2022 | — |
| Connectivity | USB-C + XLR | USB-C |
| Polar pattern | cardioid | cardioid |
| Type | dynamic | condenser |
| Sample rate (kHz) | — | 48 |
| Bit depth | — | 24 |
| Headphone jack | Yes | Yes |
| Mute button | Yes | Yes |
| Mount | 5/8" thread (arm-ready); desk stand not included | included desk stand; 1/4" thread adapter (3/8" and 5/8" adapters included) |

## Key differences

- Connectivity: Shure MV7+ USB-C + XLR vs Elgato Wave:3 MK.2 USB-C
- Type: Shure MV7+ dynamic vs Elgato Wave:3 MK.2 condenser
- Mount: Shure MV7+ 5/8" thread (arm-ready); desk stand not included vs Elgato Wave:3 MK.2 included desk stand; 1/4" thread adapter (3/8" and 5/8" adapters included)

## What reviewers say

**Shure MV7+** — Two whitelisted hands-on reviewers (SoundGuys, Tom's Guide) both recommend the Shure MV7+ for podcasters and streamers, praising warm vocal reproduction, an effective denoiser and easy USB-C/XLR setup. Tom's Guide flags the $279 price versus rivals; SoundGuys dislikes accidental mutes. Neither published lab measurements, so both are qualitative. (2 sourced reviews.)

## Sources

- Shure MV7+: https://www.shure.com/en-US/products/microphones/mv7 (shure.com, verified 2026-06-15)
- Elgato Wave:3 MK.2: https://www.elgato.com/us/en/p/wave-3 (elgato.com, verified 2026-06-15)

Canonical: https://frontdeskreview.com/gear/microphones/shure-mv7-plus-vs-elgato-wave-3-mk2/
Cite: Per The Front Desk Review, Shure MV7+ (not published) vs Elgato Wave:3 MK.2 ($169.99) — sourced spec-by-spec comparison at https://frontdeskreview.com/gear/microphones/shure-mv7-plus-vs-elgato-wave-3-mk2/
License: CC BY 4.0.