Ordered this to start making Youtube videos and stream on Twitch occasionally. When I got the microphone I downloaded the Wave Link application on my computer and that's what separates this mic from the other USB mics on the market. I did a lot of research before ordering this mic and Razer makes the only other mic with a program similar to wave link, but it was known for being more buggy.
What is wave link? Well, it's a free Elgato application you can download from their website where you can link all of your applications and games on your pc. You can add different filters where you can customize the sounds as well as edit the volume of each individual application. For example while streaming I can control how loud each application (spotify, video game and my voice) is in relation to each other. Not only for the people watching the stream but also I can separately adjust the sound I am hearing in my headphones. An example where this would come up is if I want to hear only my game but the stream chat would like to hear Spotify I can turn the Spotify off in my headphones while leaving it on for the viewers.
Now for the microphone itself, it feels high quality for sure. The tap to mute works flawlessly and is amazing to have if you plan on streaming or even just using it to chat. When the mic is muted it illuminates a red circle around the adjustable knob on the front. All in all between the features on the mic and the wave link you will be able to make this mic sound really good with a lot of perks other mics do not come with.
My downsides for the mic are things I have for many other mics as well. The original stand is too close to the table and doesn't have a shock mount so you have to be careful not to tap the table too hard or type too hard as you will hear the vibrations. I also would like some kind of pop filter either the foam cover or screen that goes in front of the mic. Elgato also sells a shock mount for this mic. I have ordered the pop filter screen and a boom arm in hopes to fix these few issues.
All in all if you're looking for a USB mic I would say this is the one to get for sure! The Wave Link alone would be good reason but the microphone itself is also very high quality to the touch and sounds amazing!
Elgato Wave:3 - USB Condenser Microphone and Digital Mixer for Streaming, Recording, Podcasting - Clipguard, Capacitive Mute,
4.7 | 364 ratings
Price: 97
Last update: 01-12-2025
About this item
Condenser capsule with a tight cardioid polar pattern captures speech with precision
Use the Wave Link app to control Wave: 3 and up to seven other audio sources, plus create two independent mixes
Up to 24-bit / 96kHz analog to digital conversion delivers lush detail
Proprietary Clipguard technology makes distortion virtually impossible
Superior circuitry ensures seamless audio signal transmission
Use the Wave Link app to control Wave: 3 and up to seven other audio sources, plus create two independent mixes
Up to 24-bit / 96kHz analog to digital conversion delivers lush detail
Proprietary Clipguard technology makes distortion virtually impossible
Superior circuitry ensures seamless audio signal transmission
Top reviews from the United States
WBRJustin
The Best Software and High Quality Hardware
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2022Jenny
a great upgrade
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2024Amazon Customer
Best mic I've personally used
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2024
Amazon Customer
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2024
The only downside I've experienced so far is a terrible lack of noise cancellation--HOWEVER, the included Wave Link software includes a Noise Cancellation plug-in that can virtually eliminate all background noise that is picked up, and still maintain a great quality of sound with my voice (minus the loss of beginning consonants of sentences).
I still feel like the value here is the best you'll get out of any microphone at this price point. If you're on the fence between this or the HyperX Quadcast or a Blue Yeti, I'd recommend this before any of those.
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balmore a mendoza aguilar
good quality
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2024Alton & LaToya
Great mic at a great price!
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2023Cody Laverdure
Good but not great
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2024Rolando Medina
Joe Rogan Podcast quality
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2023
Rolando Medina
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2023
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Brian Hankins
Better Than My All-In-One Gaming Headset
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2022