Overview
The black Elgato Wave:3 is a versatile USB electret-condenser microphone designed for a wide variety of podcasting, streaming, gaming, and recording applications. The mic connects to your computer via a USB Type-C connector for recording at resolutions up to 24-bit / 96 kHz. The USB port also supplies a computer return to the microphone, which you can monitor along with your voice, through the 3.5mm headphone jack. Gain control for the microphone, headphone volume, and the blend between your live vocal and the computer is controlled by a convenient knob and easy-to-read LED indicators. A button on top of the mic engages a capacitive mute function.
Elgato's Wave Link app gives podcasters and streamers control over 9 independent input channels in their Mac or PC, allowing for game audio, voice chat, music, alerts, samples, and more to be blended together in the mix. The included desktop stand features an adjustable U-mount for precise positioning and a padded base to reduce vibration noise. Detach the stand and use the included adapter to attach the Wave:3 to boom stands and suspension arms. A steel grille protects the electret-condenser mic capsule while reducing breath and plosive noise for clearer, more intelligible speech.
Core Features
- Lewitt-made electret-condenser mic capsule fine-tuned for speech with cardioid pickup pattern for focused audio capture
- 70 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response cuts unwanted low-end for clearer speech
- Steel grille provides smooth sound diffusion and capsule protection
- Heavy-duty desktop stand with an adjustable U-mount and padded base
- Multifunction control dial for mic gain, headphone volume, and mic/computer blend
- Capacitive mute function with dedicated button
- Multilayered noise shield keeps plosives and breath noise at bay
- When input levels peak, proprietary Clipguard technology instantly reroutes sound through a second signal path that runs at a lower volume
- 24-bit resolution
- 48 or 96 kHz sampling rate options
- USB Type-C connector to computer
- Boom arm adapter and USB cable included
- Zero-latency monitoring from 3.5mm headphone jack
- Multichannel control with VST effect options for content creation, streaming, and podcasting via included Wave Link software
- Create two completely independent output mixes—one for you, one for your audience—and monitor each on the fly
Product Information
UPC: 840006618072
Key Specs
Microphone Type | Large Diaphragm |
Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
Element Type | Electret Condenser |
Frequency Response | 70 Hz to 20 kHz |
Maximum SPL | 140 dB |
Analog Output | No |
USB/Digital Output | 1x USB-C Female |
Power Sources | Bus Power |
Microphone
Microphone Type | Large Diaphragm |
Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
Element Type | Electret Condenser |
Sound Field | Mono |
Diaphragm | 17 mm |
Orientation | Side Address |
Controls | Gain/Sensitivity, Direct Monitor Blend, Mic Mute, Headphone Volume |
Pad | No |
Performance
Frequency Response | 70 Hz to 20 kHz |
Maximum SPL | 140 dB |
Dynamic Range | 115 dB |
Connectivity
Analog Output | No |
USB/Digital Output | 1x USB-C Female |
USB Class-Compliant | Yes |
Wireless | No |
Digital Audio
A/D Conversion | 24-Bit |
Sample Rate | 48 / 96 kHz |
Digital Signal Processing & FX | No |
OS Compatibility | macOS, Windows 10.15 or Later (64-Bit Only) |
Mobile App Compatible | No |
Power
Power Sources | Bus Power |
Operating Voltage | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
Physical
Color | Black |
Mounting Thread Size | 1/4"-20 Female |
Dimensions | H: 153 x W: 40 x L: 66 mm |
Weight | 280 g (Microphone, Mount) |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 1.13 kg |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 27.9 x 16.3 x 12.2 cm |
What's Included
- Elgato Wave:3 USB Microphone (Black)
- Desktop Stand
- Boom Arm Adapter
- USB Type-C Cable (2.5 m)
- Barcode: 82687
- Supplier Code: 85276