Elgato - Wave DX Dynamic Microphone - Black

This review will encompass the Elgato Wave DX dynamic mic, the Elgato XLR, the XLR microphone cable, and Elgato's Wave Link software as they all work together as a complete solution. When I started streaming a year ago, I went with the Elgato Wave 3 condenser mic because it was a very cost-effective option and it gave me access to their Wave Link digital mixing software. As I became more experienced in streaming and audio configuration, I upgraded to the XLR system using the Wave DX dynamic microphone. You can do your own research regarding the differences between condenser mics and dynamic mics, but in a nutshell the dynamic mic produces better audio, but requires amplification and mixing through a physical hardware device (enter the Wave XLR). Dynamic mics also work better in environments where you don't want the mic to pickup background noise, which is the reason why virtually every professional podcaster and radio stations exclusively use them. As a whole, the Elgato ecosystem with the Wave DX, Wave XLR, XLR mic cable, and Wave Link software is a great option for people looking for professional quality audio without spending two or three times more for other brands.

I kay have been Best Buy’s first buyer if this kid. As it isn’t I store yet. And it was like super fresh in the online store. I started looking last few days and bam. Best Buy! I Started with the wave 3. And learned about this xlr option. Gotta say it’s a nice improvement even from the wave 3. Even tho that is also a 5star mic imo. I picked up the wave Dx from the online store. Shipping was basic. And no added protections. But it wasn’t damaged. The price point is the main reason I switched. Coupled with wanting to hand over the wave 3 to my son for his first usb mic experience. If you’re in a budget. This is definitely a great choice. And the wave xlr is small but sleek. I got mine from eBay for about half price of new.

As the title says, this is way better than my blue yeti usb mic. Its definitely not shure quality but it does sound so much better. It still picks up background noise even with a reducer but not much and can be tweeked. Picks up the highs and lows greatly. I would recomend this formany streamer or content creator on a budget.

Works very well! I had my doubts but they were lifted as soon as I plugged the mic in. Crisp audio and no feedback. Instant auto adjustments.

Excellent product, works well. People in voice chat could tell the difference between my old mic and this microphone