Table microphone Elgato Wave 3

The Elgato Wave 3 is a table microphone designed for streamers, podcasters and content creators who need broadcast-quality vocal capture. It connects via USB Type-C, offers a wide frequency response and a 24‑bit signal path to preserve vocal detail. The microphone ships with a heavy-duty desk stand and a multi-adapter for common boom arm threads. Integrated LEWITT Audio technology and Clipguard protection help deliver clear, undistorted sound during live and recorded sessions.

Advantages

The Wave 3 combines a premium condenser capsule with a cardioid polar pattern tuned for speech to capture verbal nuances while rejecting off-axis noise. Multilayered noise shielding and an available dual-layer metal pop filter reduce plosives, and an optional shock mount isolates the mic from mechanical vibration. Clipguard technology prevents clipping by routing peaks to a lower-level signal path. The unit supports up to nine independent input channels via the companion mixing software and lets you create two independent output mixes for performer and audience monitoring.

Suitable for

• Live streaming and gaming
• Podcasting and voiceover recording
• Remote interviews and video production
• Home studio vocal capture

Key specifications

• Device interface: USB Type-C
• Frequency response: 70–20,000 Hz
• Bit depth: 24-bit
• Dynamic range: 95 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB
• Product colour: Black
• Included accessories: Heavy duty desk stand, multi-adapter (5/8 → 3/8 → 1/4 inch)

How to use

Connect the Elgato Wave 3 to your computer using the USB Type-C cable. Position the microphone so the front (cardioid side) faces the speaker at an appropriate distance to balance clarity and room tone. Use the included desk stand or mount the microphone on a boom arm using the supplied multi-adapter; add the pop filter and shock mount if needed to reduce plosives and vibration. Install the Wave Link software to route up to nine channels, create two independent output mixes, and enable Clipguard for automatic handling of input peaks.

Recommendations

Place the mic 10–20 cm from the mouth for clear vocals without excessive breath noise, enable Clipguard when broadcasting live, and use a pop filter and shock mount in noisy or high-vibration environments.