Elgato · Microphones
Elgato Wave:3 USB Condenser
8.8/10
The streamer's default USB. Wave Link mixer software is genuinely useful, the Clipguard prevents the embarrassing yell-into-the-mic distortion, and the cardioid pattern handles desk-distance work.
$139$159
Our Review
GearScout Score
8.8/10
8.8
Performance
8.5
Build
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Comfort
9
Value
Our Verdict
The streamer's default USB. Wave Link mixer software is genuinely useful, the Clipguard prevents the embarrassing yell-into-the-mic distortion, and the cardioid pattern handles desk-distance work.
Pros
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Alex Chen
Peripherals Editor • 5+ years experience
5/25/2026
15 min read
Key Features
USB-C
Wave Link software
Clipguard
Capacitive mute
Specifications
typeCondenser
clipguard
weightGrams580
connectivityUSB-C
polarPatternCardioid
headphoneJack
multiChannelMixer
frequencyResponseHz70-20000
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