elgato Wave 3 USB Condenser Microphone User Guide
- June 12, 2024
- elgato
Table of Contents
Wave 3 USB Condenser Microphone
User Guide
SETTING UP WAVE:3
Wave:3 is plug-n-play with no software required for it to function. However, Wave:3 is truly unleashed when used with the Wave Link software.
- Download and install the Legato Wave Link Software – elgato.com/download
- Plug in the provided USB-C cable into the USB-C port on the microphone.
- Plug the USB-A plug into an available USB-A slot on your computer.
- Connect headphones to the 3.5mm headphone jack on the back of the microphone.
Pro tip
Plugging headphones into the Wave:3 headphone jack will provide clearer,
latency-free audio.
USAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
- Ensure that the microphone capsule is facing you, slightly angled towards your mouth.
- For optimal sound quality, is it recommended that the microphone is placed approximately “two fists” length away, or approximately 6 inches. Wave Extension Rods and mic arms can also assist with creating the proper setup.
- To keep background noise at a minimum, it is recommended to keep the gain as low as possible. A good reference level is 40% gain, which you can set via the Wave Link software or onboard microphone control dial.
WAVE:3 FEATURES
- Tap the capacitive mute button to instantly and silently engage mute.
- Proprietary Clip Guard Technology analyzes the audio feed in real-time and adjusts levels to ensure that audio never peaks due to plosive breath sounds or shouting.
- Wave Link software allows for direct control of Wave:3 and up to eight other audio sources and enables you to create two independent output mixes.
ONBOARD CONTROLS
Wave:3 features a multifunctional dial to instantly tweak important settings.
By clicking in the dial, alternate between these settings:
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WORKS WITH STREAM DECK
Advanced A/V automation at your fingertips.
Combined with Stream Deck and Wave Link, your Wave:3 becomes a production powerhouse. Simply install the Wave Link plugin located on the Stream Deck store, and gain the ability to change the gain, headphone volume, PC/Monitor mix, and more at the tap of a key.
USING YOUR FAVORITE APPS
Wave:3 works seamlessly with apps like Zoom and Microsoft Teams to provide
crystal clear audio input with just a few clicks of a mouse. To enable your
Wave:3 microphone in Zoom and Teams, first make sure it‘s plugged in and the
LED indicators are illuminated on the front of the microphone.
ZOOM
- While Zoom is open, locate the “Settings” menu, or the cogwheel, in the top righthand corner.
- On the left-hand side of the Settings menu, you should locate and click in the “Audio” section.
Under Microphone, use the drop-down menu to select Mic In (Wave:3)
For the best possible experience while using Zoom, disable “Automatically
adjust
microphone volume” in Zoom and enable Wave Lock Gain in the Wave Link
software.
MICROSOFT TEAMS
- While Microsoft Teams is open, click on your profile picture in the top right, next to the minimize button.
- In the drop-down menu, select Settings, or the cogwheel.
- On the left-hand side of the Settings menu, locate Devices in the list.
- Under Microphone, use the drop-down menu to select Mic In (Wave:3)
For the best possible experience while using Microsoft Teams, be sure to enable Wave Lock Gain in Wave Link software.