Elgato
Wave:3
The Wave:3 lands as a entry-level usb microphone, built around Condenser.
50/100
Condenser
£194best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Scores 50/100
- Compared on the spec sheet
- No usb-c
- No headphone monitoring
Score profile
Scored against the usb microphones classWhere the Wave:3 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Capsule and design
TypeCondenser
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowWave:3 vs HyperX HyperX QuadCast S
Wave:3HyperX QuadCast S
| ElgatoWave:3This page | HyperXHyperX QuadCast S | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50 /100 | 50 /100 |
| Type | Condenser | Condenser |
Who it's for
Is the Wave:3 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable usb microphone for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need usb-c, in which case a higher-tier usb microphone is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Wave:3 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other usb microphones, a entry-level result where the class average is around 54.
What stands out on the Wave:3?
Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the usb microphones class.
How does it compare to the Audio-Technica AT2020USB-X?
The Audio-Technica AT2020USB-X scores 52/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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