elgato WAVE 3 User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- elgato
Table of Contents
GETTING STARTED WITH WAVE:3
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 Elgato Wave Link Software
–elgato.com/download| 
Plug in the provided USB-C cable into the USB-C
port on the microphone.
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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.
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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.
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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 ClipGuard Technology analyzes
the audio feed in real-time and adjusts levels to ensure that audio never
peaks due to plosive breath sounds or shouting.
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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:
Mic Gain
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.
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On the left-hand side of the Settings menu, you should
locate and click in the “Audio” section.
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On
the left-hand side of the Settings menu, you should locate and click in the
“Audio” section.
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.
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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.
Version 01 | February 19 2021