Elgato
Elgato Wave:3 MK.2
A solid mid-range usb microphone for listeners who care how it sounds, leading with Condenser.
61/100
Condenser
£160best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- USB-C
- Headphone monitoring
- Zero-latency monitoring
- No xlr output
- No noise suppression in software
Score profile
Scored against the usb microphones classWhere the Elgato Wave:3 MK.2 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Capsule and design
TypeCondenser
Connectivity and controls
USB-CYes
Headphone monitoringYes
Zero-latency monitoringYes
Software and compatibility
WindowsYes
macOSYes
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Who it's for
Is the Elgato Wave:3 MK.2 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 xlr output, in which case a higher-tier usb microphone is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Elgato Wave:3 MK.2 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 61/100 against other usb microphones, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 54.
What stands out on the Elgato Wave:3 MK.2?
Its usb-c stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the HyperX QuadCast?
The HyperX QuadCast scores 62/100 versus this one at 61/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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