Customer Ratings & Reviews

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.

This microphone did an excellent job at cutting out background noise compared to the previous entry-level mics I’ve had. The audio quality is also very nice, with alot of support and interface options through ElGato. I use this mic with the ElGato XLR interface, an AudioQuest Yukon XLR, and an ElGato mic arm.

It's a solid microhone, I personally like the rectangle design over the typical cylindrical design of mics. It's stylish. As for sound. (paired with the wave xlr) I own a blue yeti (the original) and have used a Shure SM7B. I would say that this is great mic to use straight out of the box, it's not the best for an untreated/noisy room, but with the use of a background removal plugin or some kind of active noise suppressor it's going to sound more than fine. The wave xlr app that this pairs with allows audio plugins to be used to increase it's sound quality. It's sound seems to be slightly tuned already to provide a crisp, easy to hear sound signature.

The Microphone was very easy to setup and even sounds very crisp compared to the previous microphone i was using.

my firt venturee into xlr microphones. i hjave no compliants about this on and thinks its sounds great and even better with tunning in the software they provide

This microphone is great for our podcasting sessions! Make sure you order a stand though.

Works well with wave xlr and and the wave mic arm suspension boom arm.

Sounds great, easy to set up and works with my other elgato products

The microphone sounds so clean and clear. I'm really happy with my purchase

Great quality! Crisp and clear. Would definitely recommend.

Good microphone, but I wish they added the info of the things that were needed. The microphone is a great price but you also need more things to even use it

Great sound that you expect from elgato. Works great with rodecaster

Nothing sounds better than a dynamic real Microphone. And I own 2 of the wave 3’s I own everything (almost) that elgato has (almost) love the products

Best way to use with wave xlr. Cheaper then most mic and best quality

It’s good microphone for gaming. I have no problem with this microphone

Excellent product, and good sound. Would recommend for someone streaming or podcasting

First, mine didn't come with the XLR cable as stated in the features. Fine because I have plenty on hand. The issue is you have to download Wave Link to adjust the gain, which is fine. However since I have my mic going into a mini-mixer, Wave Link doesn't recognize I have the mic hooked up. So it's useless to me now.