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Elgato Wave:3 - Premium Studio Quality USB Condenser Microphone for Streaming, Podcast, Gaming and Home Office, Free Mixer Software, Sound Effect Plugins, Anti-Distortion, Plug ’n Play, for Mac, PC

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Color: Black


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Features

  • Cardioid Condenser Capsule: capture speech with clarity and detail.
  • Wave Link App: control Wave:3 and up to eight other audio sources, plus create two independent mixes.
  • 24-bit/96kHz Analog-to-Digital Converter: professional broadcast audio quality.
  • Proprietary Clipguard Technology: makes distortion virtually impossible.
  • Superior Circuitry: seamless sonic transmission throughout the entire signal chain.

Description

Wave:3 is a premium microphone and digital mixing solution that fuses plug and play convenience with broadcast-grade circuitry. Never clip again thanks to proprietary anti-distortion technology. Tap the capacitive sensor to silently mute your mic feed. Connect headphones for zero-latency monitoring. Twist the dial to tweak input gain, adjust monitor volume, or crossfade between your mic and PC. Plus combine all your audio sources and create two independent mixes — one for you, one for your audience — with the Wave Link app. Wave:3 doesn’t just give your stream or podcast a professional sonic signature. It gives you control of your entire audio workflow. Technical Specifications Capsule: 17 mm Electret Polar Pattern: Cardioid Resolution: 24-bit Sample Rate: 48 / 96 kHz Frequency Response: 70 - 20000 Hz Sensitivity: -25dBFS (min gain) | 15dBFS (max gain) Max SPL: 120dB (140dB Clipguard engaged) Dynamic Range: 95dB (115dB Clipguard engaged) Interface: USB-C Dimensions: 153 x 66 x 40 mm / 6.0 x 2.6 x 1.6 in Weight: Mic & U-Mount 280 g / 9.88 oz | Base 305 g / 10.76 oz System Requirements Windows 10 (64-bit) / macOS 10.15 or newer USB 2.0 port 4GB RAM

Recommended Uses For Product: Gaming, Streaming


Brand: Elgato


Model Name: Wave3 - Premium Studio Quality USB Condenser Microphone


Connectivity Technology: Auxiliary, USB


Connector Type: USB Type-C


Special Feature: Clip


Compatible Devices: Personal Computer


Color: Black


Included Components: Wave3, USB-C Cable, Desktop Stand, Boom Arm Adapter, Quick Start Guide


Polar Pattern: Unidirectional


Audio Sensitivity: 15 Decibels


Item Weight: 1.29 Pounds


Microphone Form Factor: Boundary


Item dimensions L x W x H: 4.88 x 5.79 x 9.92 inches


Power Source: USB


Material: Metal, Plastic


Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 115 dB


Hardware Platform: Mac, PC


Number of Channels: 1


Frequency Response: 2E+4 Hz


Global Trade Identification Number: 72


Manufacturer: Elgato


UPC: 840006618072


Product Dimensions: 4.88 x 5.79 x 9.92 inches


Item Weight: 1.29 pounds


Item model number: 10MAB9901


Date First Available: August 24, 2022


Language: English


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    • Great mic for pc gaming
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High quality sound and easy to plug in. Clean black look and a tap to mute function thats super handy. Very portable with long cord length. Very durable!
Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2025 by Erick Garcia
    • Great mic, pretty good price
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Pros: - Mute button is nice. I was looking for a mic with a mute button, for when people enter my room unexpectedly while I'm talking to friends online. It works great. - Sounds great, even from a couple feet away and at a slight angle. I am not interested in keeping my mouth directly on a microphone, so I looked for one that was good at a slight distance. It also has a built in feature that removes sharp sibilant sounds, like "S" and "T". I haven't tested this feature extensively, but it seems to work well - no pop filter necessary. - Nice and thin, easy to keep on a desk. - USB-C, much better than the micro USB on my Blue Yeti Nano. The port on my Yeti Nano broke, which is why I had to buy a new mic in the first place. - Looks pretty, though that's subjective. I like the aesthetics quite a bit, looks modern and sleek. Cons - It's a bit pricey. I don't regret buying it at this price, but I wouldn't say it's a super competitive price either. Easier to justify for a livestreamer, less easy to justify just for Discord or Zoom. - Kinda tall. If I have it in front of me it blocks my view of my screen. However, I'm comparing it to my Yeti Nano, which is a particularly small mic. It's probably no taller than a full sized Blue Yeti or other similar mics. I keep it off to the side a bit which solves this issue, and it still sounds fine. Conclusion: I am happy with my purchase. It's a very welcome upgrade from my Blue Yeti Nano. You could probably find a better bang-for-your-buck mic, especially if you don't care about the features I do (size, mute button, USB-C). But if this mic lasts for years like my old mic did, then it will certainly have been worth the money. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2025 by Dan
    • Best Condenser Mic in my opinion
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This mic is awesome! Build quality, the feel, functionality, the weight, everything! And the cherry on top is the wave link software, it makes the mic sound so good! It’s really easy to set up and use, and there’s a lot of customization and tinkering you can do with this mic. 100% would buy again!
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2025 by Nessie
    • The Best USB Mic for Streaming & Content
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The media could not be loaded. The build quality is excellent and the mic has a nice heavy weight that keeps it stable on the desk. The size is compact, so it fits cleanly in a tight streaming setup. Setup was quick and simple and Wave Link gives full control of inputs and app volumes. Clarity is outstanding with a natural tone and a very low noise level, and the mute button works silently. Overall quality feels professional and the free Wave Link software is the edge that puts this mic ahead of other USB mics. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2025 by Keepitfit__
    • Crystal clear with nice base
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Review Image by James Halton James Halton
One of the strengths of the Elgato Wave 3 is its crisp and clear sound quality. The microphone captures vocals with impressive clarity, making it perfect for streaming and podcasting. The cardioid polar pattern ensures that background noise is minimized, allowing my voice to come through loud and clear. It also delivers a nice bass response, adding depth and richness to my recordings. While it may not have the deepest bass compared to some high-end studio microphones, it still provides a warm and full sound that enhances the overall audio experience. If there's one thing I would change it's the height of the stand. It's a bit too short for my taste. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2025 by James Halton James Halton
    • Great sound quality, very sketchy mute button support in MacOS
Color: Black Pattern Name: Microphone
I bought this microphone because my HyperX Quadcast S was starting to act sketchy on my work laptop. Turned out that was actually an issue with my USB-C hub. Anyway, here's the thing: Yes, this microphone sounds pretty good. The headphone jack works REALLY well. I plugged my 250 ohm Beyerdynamic DT880s into it and it powered them loudly and clearly. The dial on the front acts as a headphone volume dial by default - this is awesome! Sound quality is great too. Similar to my Quadcast S honestly lol. Maybe a tiny bit bassier? Whatever. So I started out the next day looking forward to using it with my work computer, running MacOS Big Sur. The mic detected great, everyone heard it just fine. I tap the mute button on top.... and webex picks it up and mutes the output. ... wait what? I clicked the unmute button in webex and IT UNMUTED MY MICROPHONE. That's right. ElGato didn't use a HARDWARE MUTE BUTTON here. If you mute your microphone, everything on your computer knows. If you tap the mute button on top of the mic and the light is red, get this: The software can un-mute it at will. That sounds fantastic if you have a meeting host that decides to unmute you for some reason. Fantastic. I'm guessing they did that for better integration with their other products. Unfortunately, there's no way to change the behavior. I really don't like that, and because of that, I'll probably be returning this microphone. To add icing to the cake, the webex muting/unmuting is a little bit unpredictable. Sometimes webex follows the mute button, sometimes it doesn't. Teams worked about as well lol. Ok outside of that. It's a nice mic. The packaging is lovely. It comes with a sweet mic arm attachment adapter. The lights are very clear and again, the sound quality is fantastic. The volume dial is the best I've used. It's a decent amount smaller than my Quadcast S, which is already smaller than a Blue Yeti. If it weren't for that dodgy mute button behavior I'd really love this mic. Hopefully they fix that in a software update someday and give us a choice on how the mute button behaves. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2022 by OoTLink
    • THE best mic and it’s not even close
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If you’re looking for an alternative to headset gaming, look no further! Discord friends always poked fun about background noise, this mic doesn’t pick up anything but my voice. Do not even need push to talk. +1 for using micro usb instead of a studio cable 10/10
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2025 by Tim (Ragnof)

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