Elgato Wave DX review and tips to make it sound good
147Prawn here with an unboxing and review of the @elgato Wave DX including tips on how to set it up with the Wave XLR interface and Wave Link to make it sound good.
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Highlights of this mic:
Built in pop filter
Good quality natural sound
Plenty of customisation with the Wave XLR interface
Subtle looks
Decent price
Lowlights:
Picks up a bit of background noise as standard
Lacks shock mount
Related useful links:
Wave Link setup - https://help.elgato.com/hc/en-us/articles/360044566172-Wave-Link-First-Time-Setup-for-Windows-10
How to use NVIDIA Broadcast Noise Removal by Elgato https://help.elgato.com/hc/en-us/articles/7665204543117-Elgato-Wave-Link-How-to-use-NVIDIA-Broadcast-Noise-Removal-by-Elgato
Wave Link — Recommended VSTs https://help.elgato.com/hc/en-us/articles/4410914582797-Wave-Link-VST-Plugins-How-to-Get-Started
NVIDIA Broadcast Download Center Audio Effects VST https://www.nvidia.com/en-gb/geforce/broadcasting/broadcast-sdk/resources/
Features of the Elgato Wave DX mic:
Premium Dynamic Capsule: captures exceptional detail and clarity.
Works With Any XLR Audio Interface: any XLR preamp or audio interface, no signal
booster required.
Speech Optimized: warm, true-to-life sound character.
Cardioid Polar Pattern: wide, forgiving acceptance angle for off-axis speaking.
Room Noise Rejection: reduces unwanted background noise.
Internal Pop Filter: guards against pops and hisses caused by plosive
speech sounds.
Mono Swivel Mount: adjust the mic position without jamming your cable.
Thread Adapters Included: attach to any mic stand.
Removable Logo: mount on either side and rotate to look right on camera.
Required: XLR audio interface, XLR cable, mic stand, or boom arm
Specs of the Elgato Wave DX:
Capsule: Dynamic
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 50 - 15000 Hz
• Sensitivity: 2.5 mV/Pa, -52 dbV/Pa
• Impedance: 600 Ohm
• Connector: 3-pin XLR
• Dimensions: 53 x 53 x 146 mm
2.1 x 2.1 x 5.7 in
• Weight: 440 g | 1 lb
• Mounting: 1/4“, 3/8“, 5/
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