Elgato Wave 3

15 reviews

May, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 15 reviews of Elgato Wave 3. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. People really like the portability and price. The durability and usability also get good feedback.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Elgato Wave 3 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 95/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Mark Anthony Ramirez (laptopmag.com)

Elgato Wave 3 review

Elgato's new Wave 3 microphone has arrived, and it's not to be underestimated. The company's first entry into the USB mic space, the Wave 3 hits the ground running. Teaming with Lewitt, a renowned audio company, the Wave 3 delivers crystal clear,...

Crystal clear sound Elegant, lightweight design Easy-to-use Wave Link Software

Partially plastic build Pricey

The Elgato Wave 3 delivers high-quality audio with easy-to-use software in a lightweight elegant design

Jun, 2020

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Expert review by : Sam Moore (soundguys.com)

Elgato Wave:3 review

If you're looking for a microphone to help simplify a complicated setup, the Elgato Wave:3 might be just the ticket. However, if you're looking for something versatile and capable of recording in a lot of different environments, you might want to keep...

Sound quality WaveLink software Build quality Audio Clipguard

One recording pattern Under-emphasized bass

If you’re more of a podcaster or YouTuber than a Twitch streamer, having access to more than one polar pattern can be pretty useful. The Blue Yeti range of microphones offers some of the most versatile options on the market. They all offer multiple...

Oct, 2022

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Expert review by : Phil Iwaniuk (tomshardware.com)

Elgato Wave:3 Gaming Microphone Review: Streaming Excellence

The Wave:3, Elgato's first flagship gaming microphone effort, ushers in a bounty of features and smart considerations that you don't find on other mics. It's thanks to features like Clipguard and the built-in pop shield that the Wave:3 justifies its...

Anti-distortion tech Small and portable Built-in pop shield Great clarity

Muted low end Mute is easy to touch accidentally Cardioid only Not for home studio use

A generous swathe of hardware and software features make the Elgato Wave:3 the streamer mic to beat, but it’s less versatile than others on the market.

Jun, 2020

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Expert review by : thinkcomputers.org (thinkcomputers.org)

Elgato Wave:3 Microphone Review - ThinkComputers.org

With the release of the Wave:3 microphone, Elgato further solidifies their position in the content creation realm. Now Elgato didn't just design this microphone on their own, though we believe they would be fully capable of this feat.

Jun, 2020

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Expert review by : Marshall Honorof (tomsguide.com)

Elgato Wave 3 review

The Elgato Wave: 3 microphone represents the company's first foray into gaming mics, and it's an impressive one. It's not as versatile as the Blue Yeti, or as stylish as the HyperX QuadCast, but the Wave: 3 records high-quality sound with simple...

Clear cardioid recording Intuitive setup Clean design

Very simple onboard controls Can pick up background noise

A very good-sounding cardioid mic that fits in well with any studio space

Jun, 2020

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Expert review by : Michelle Rae Uy (techradar.com)

Elgato Wave:3 review: fabulous retro-looking USB mic for content creation

With the sheer amount of USB mics on the market, it's hard to stand out, but the Elgato Wave:3 makes it look effortless with its stylish retro design, high-quality build, and great sound performance. It only has one polar pattern, but for content...

Beautiful design, top-notch build quality Excellent audio performance Great background noise and vibration rejection

Wave Link software a little finicky Just one polar pattern

USB mics are rarely a thing of beauty, which is why the Elgato Wave:3 already has an edge over the competition without even trying. This stunner has a retro-esque air about it, with its rounded rectangular design suspended on an elegant yoke and alloy...

Mar, 2023

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Expert review by : Winston 7448 Articles (funkykit.com)

Elgato Wave:3 Premium USB Microphone Review - FunkyKit

Today, we'll be taking a quick look at the Elgato Wave:3 – A premium USB microphone designed for content creators and streamers. It features Elgato's superior audio circuitry and comes with anti-clipping technology, capacitive mute button, and an...

For the past 2 years, I’ve been using the

Nov, 2022

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Expert review by : Andrew Munro (kitguru.net)

Elgato Wave:3 USB Microphone Review

Elgato knows that getting your audio setup just right can be one of the biggest headaches for stream

Excellent audio quality straight out of the box.

Desk stand causes vibrations and adds to unwanted noise (our advice is to buy a boom arm).

The WAVE:3 is much more than a microphone, it’s a full package. If you’re new to streaming or looking to upgrade your basic microphone/headset with a USB microphone then you absolutely NEED the Wave 3. We hope Elgato make a “WAVE” interface next for...

Jun, 2020

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Expert review by : Phil Iwaniuk (tomshardware.co.uk)

Elgato Wave:3 Gaming Microphone Review: Streaming Excellence

A small streaming mic that fights distortion

Anti-distortion tech ; Small and portable ; Built-in pop shield ; Great clarity

Muted low end ; Mute is easy to touch accidentally ; Cardioid only ; Not for home studio use

A generous swathe of hardware and software features make the Elgato Wave:3 the streamer mic to beat, but it’s less versatile than others on the market.

Jun, 2020

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