Elgato - Wave:3 Wired Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone
User rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars with 588 reviews.
4.7(588 Reviews)- 26 Answered Questions
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Description
Features
System requirements
Windows 10 (64-bit), macOS 10.15 or newer, USB 2.0 port, up to 4GB RAM.
Cardioid polar pattern
Picks up your voice and insulates it from other signals.
70Hz - 20kHz frequency response
Enjoy faithful sound reproduction.
Proprietary Clipguard technology
Makes distortion virtually impossible.
Superior circuitry
Ensures seamless audio signal transmission.
Adjustable desktop stand
Features a boom arm adapter for ultimate flexibility.
Multifunctional control dial
Allows you to adjust input gain, monitor volume, and mic/PC mix with the LED indicator strip.
USB plug-and-play connectivity
Instantly start recording and streaming on Mac or PC.
Compatible with PC and Mac
For use with your existing device.
Internal pop filter
Prevents plosive breath noise.
Switchable low-cut filter
Removes unwanted low-frequency noise.
Condenser capsule
Produces clear, powerful, broadcast-quality sound for YouTube, game streaming, podcasting, Skype calls, and music.
USB microphone
Perfect for vocals, musical instruments, podcasting, voice-overs, interviews, gaming, field recordings, conference calls and more.
Capacitive mute sensor
Silences your mic feed upon the lightest touch.
Wave Link app
Use this app to control Wave:3 and up to seven other audio sources, plus create two independent mixes.
What's Included
Elgato Wave:3 Wired Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone
USB-C cable
Desktop stand
Boom arm adapter
Owner's manual
Key Specs
- Polar PatternCardioid
- Output(s)USB Type C
- Microphone TypeCondenser microphones
- WirelessNo
General
- Product NameWave:3 Wired Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone
- BrandElgato
- Model Number10MAB9901
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
Dimension
- Product Height6.02 inches
- Product Length1.57 inches
- Product Width2.6 inches
- Product Weight0.56 pounds
Audio
- Polar PatternCardioid
- Output(s)USB Type C
- Minimum Frequency Response70 hertz
- Maximum Frequency Response20 kilohertz
Features
- Microphone TypeCondenser microphones
- WirelessNo
- Mute FunctionYes
Included
- Number of Microphones Included1
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts2 Years
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor2 Years
Other
- UPC840006618072
Customer reviews
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 588 reviews
(588 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Value4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Budget Crisp Mic!! Surprisingly
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.Wow wow wow, after listening to myself on OBS game recordings. I feel like now I sound great to post game play. Take me a day or two to tweak in game with my buddys but wasn’t hard.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for a new streamer like me!
||Posted .I had been using the mic from my Logitech G733 to stream on Twitch, but it was definitely less than ideal, even for a new streamer like me. I picked this up today and did a stream this afternoon and was very impressed with the quality! I got multiple comments in my chat saying that the sound from the mic was very crisp. It definitely has brought my streaming up a notch. I'm even more stoked to stream again now that I have this mic. 10/10! (Also thank you to Josh at the Dayton Mall Best Buy, this review is for you :D) Check me out on twitch, the name's Madddcaptain.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great mic for a beginner like me!
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.I was contemplating going xlr to ai until a buddy of mine told me about the mic. I saw reviews and was hooked and waited weeks for it to come in stock. Honestly it was worth it. Im still working out some kinks with the software but im starting to get a rhythm and found the elgato q&a very helpful. The Mic sounds Awesome! Very clear out the box and made even better after tweaking some settings with OBS. I live near a busy street so it can pick up background noises pretty easy but nothing gain filter and noise gate cant fix. Overall 5 stars well deserved.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
The best USB mic out there
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.Incredible audio quality, especially for a USB mic. Comes with a very sturdy and heavy base to keep the mic in place. Software is extremely versatile as it allows you to have multiple sound channels at once with 2 sliders (one for you to hear and the other for your audience to hear) and all controlled independently from each other. The built in "clipguard" that prevents your audio from getting distorted at super loud shouts to the mic is great for those that tend to get very excited in the heat of a game
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing!!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This Mic is great. I know that many people will use this because they are streaming or on twitch but I am a vocalist and need a good mic especially for travel. While this is not an SM7B, I do love the portability, the adjustments, and especially the way it makes my voice sound. I have recorded a few vocals on the go using this mic. Perhaps it is a best kept secret.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it!
||Posted .Great mic! Voice quality is excellent. I would really recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great choice with 0 complaints
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.Simple choice. I did not do a ton of research but you don’t need to. This is perfect in every way for me. Mic monitoring is nice if you need it. Sounds great, chord is durable, stand is hefty, dial is nice, software is good, literally no complaints. Isn’t it great when you just buy the first good mic you see and it’s AWESOME?
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Elgato - a "must" buy
||Posted .This is a great quality microphone. The outer casing of the mic feels very cheap. But the quality of what is in the plastic is just superb. This has to be one of the best USB microphones on the market. Unless you have a ton of money to spend on an audio mixer and mic, this comes in close 2nd place to a GoXLR. The software that Elgato provides with this mic allows you to use multiple inputs and route audio to different channels in the software. There are faders that can be used to adjust the volume outputs to your video or in your headphone. This is a must buy for anyone looking for a great microphone.
I would recommend this to a friend
Q: QuestionCan this mic work with an iPad Pro (2020)?
Asked by Vp12.
- A:Answer It will work if you have a USB-C to Digital AV Adapter. I have added link to this adapter as recommended product with the answer. Reason why direct USB C to C or other adapters wont work is because they wont be able to provide enough current for Mic to function. However that adapter allows you to draw power from iPad to charge other devices as well, so when you connect this mic with the mentioned adapter iPad will be able to power the mic and use it. There is no wave link software for iPad to do any software side changes though. However, Wave:3 has a knob to change gain and control other stuffs etc unlike Wave:1 so you should be fine without any software feature.
I would recommend:
Answered by Suyash
Q: QuestionDo you need an audio mixer, like a Behringer or a GoXLR to dual pc stream? Or can the mic software do it alone?
Asked by vFrostifyy.
- A:Answer This USB mic was designed to compete with microphones like the Shure sm7b, AT2020, etc. It's a USB mic that comes with a powerful, versatile software, and ultimately cuts out the need of any additional audio mixing hardware/software. So the Behringer and the GoXLR boards are no long necessary with the Elgato 1 & 3 microphones.
Answered by astreameronline
Q: QuestionWith this being a usb microphone can you use the Elgato Wave 3 on the PS4 Pro?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Hi, Not at this time but may be able to soon. Feel free to contact us directly: help.elgato.com -Art
Answered by Corsair Art
Q: QuestionDoes it’s compatibility work with Xbox?
Asked by Taio.
- A:Answer Hello, Windows or Mac systems, more information on product page. -Art
Answered by Corsair
Q: QuestionDoes this work with iPhone12? If so, what accessory do I need to connect it?
Asked by ChaChaGirl.
- A:Answer If you have an Lighting to USB-A cord it will work
Answered by Tristan
Q: QuestionCan you choose which direction the microphone picks up sound from
Asked by Brayden.
- A:Answer No, cardioid polar pattern from the front only. It picks up a good amount of "background" noise from the sides.
Answered by RobertL
Q: QuestionDoes anyone know what the boom is they are using in the images of this mic?
Asked by KevMan.
- A:Answer I am not sure which images you are referring to but it's probably their own brand boom arm
Answered by wkolcz
Q: QuestionDoes this mic come with a stand or mount in any sort?
Asked by Amizlia.
- A:Answer Yes the mic comes as it looks on the box with the small desk stand and adapter if you have your own mic stand or arm
Answered by KemperskeepR