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Elgato Wave:1 Facts: 119 Specifications & 55 Highlights

Real users on Soundfindr looked at 119 specs & features of the Elgato Wave:1 microphone — and general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces topped the charts.

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General Information

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A fast snapshot of the Elgato Wave:1, covering its standout specification and what you can expect right out of the box.

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

The Elgato Wave:1 is a clean-sounding USB microphone that pairs seamlessly with Elgato's software for easy mixing and control. Often recommended on Reddit, it works great with any mic arm and delivers a smooth, plug-and-play experience for streamers.

Specifications & Facts 119

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Sound matters. So do specs. The Elgato Wave:1 lists 119 of them — from headline features like general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces to minor but mighty perks. Explore and vote.

General Information 17

Elgato Wave:1 Intended Use

What is the intended use?

71 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes Podcast, Streaming, Gaming

62 Microphones in this range Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Instrument, Streaming

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

Designed for podcasting, streaming, and gaming, the Wave 1 excels in environments where clear and professional audio is crucial. Whether you’re recording a solo podcast or streaming on Twitch, this mic ensures your voice is captured with precision.

Describes the primary application area.

Elgato Wave:1 Connectivity Type

What is the connectivity type?

69 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes USB

48 Microphones in this range Wired, XLR

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

USB connectivity provides a simple, reliable solution for users looking to connect directly to their computer. This makes the Wave 1 a no-fuss option for those who want to avoid the complexity of mixers or external interfaces.

Defines how the microphone connects to devices.

Elgato Wave:1 Product Type

What is the product type?

89 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes USB

62 Microphones in this range Condenser

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

The Wave 1 is a USB-powered microphone, providing a simple plug-and-play experience for users who want quick setup without external audio interfaces. Its USB connectivity makes it a great option for streamers and podcasters who prioritize ease of use.

Defines the basic category of the microphone.

Elgato Wave:1 Model Name

What is the model name?

71 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes Wave 1

66 Microphones in this range Super 55 Deluxe

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

The Wave 1 is part of Elgato’s premium microphone range, offering a high-quality solution for content creators. This model is specifically designed for those seeking professional-grade sound without the need for complicated setups.

The specific product identifier from the manufacturer.

Elgato Wave:1 Compatibility

Which devices or platforms are compatible?

79 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes PC, Mac

53 Microphones in this range Mixer, Audio Interface, PA System

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

The Wave 1 is compatible with both PC and Mac systems, making it versatile for a wide range of setups. Its USB-C connection allows it to integrate seamlessly with modern computers and streaming setups without the need for additional adapters.

Lists supported platforms and devices.

Elgato Wave:1 Form Factor

What is the form factor?

39 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes Desktop

51 Microphones in this range Handheld

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

The desktop form factor is perfect for creators who prefer a compact microphone that doesn’t take up too much space. Its small and efficient design makes it easy to place near your workstation without cluttering your setup.

Describes the physical style of the microphone.

Dimensions & Weight 7

Elgato Wave:1 Width

What is the width?

2.6 inch 0Votes
Elgato Wave:1
2.59 inch (Average)

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

At 2.6 inches wide, the Wave 1 is compact and unobtrusive, making it easy to fit into a range of desk setups. It’s a practical size for users who want to keep their workspace clear while still achieving professional sound.

The microphone’s overall width.

Elgato Wave:1 Depth

What is the depth?

1.57 inch 0Votes
Elgato Wave:1
2.8 inch (Average)

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

The depth of 1.57 inches ensures the microphone is slim and can be positioned without taking up too much space on your desk. It’s perfect for creators with limited space who need an efficient solution.

The microphone’s overall depth.

Elgato Wave:1 Height

What is the height?

5.56 inch 0Votes
Elgato Wave:1
5.56 inch (Average)

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

Standing at 5.56 inches tall, the Wave 1 fits neatly into most recording setups. Its height makes it easy to position on a desk, while still offering excellent sound capture for a variety of applications.

The microphone’s overall height.

Elgato Wave:1 Weight

What is the weight?

0.54 lbs 0Votes
Elgato Wave:1
0.83 lbs (Average)

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

Weighing just 0.54 lbs (about 245 grams), the Wave 1 is lightweight and portable, making it easy to transport to different recording locations or events. Its weight ensures stability without being too heavy for mounting or adjusting.

The microphone’s physical weight.

Elgato Wave:1 Cable Length

What is the cable length?

8.2 ft 0Votes
Elgato Wave:1
7.92 ft (Average)

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

The 8.2 ft (2.5 m) USB cable provides enough length to comfortably connect to your computer or other devices without feeling restricted. It offers flexibility in microphone placement for both desktop and boom arm use.

Length of the included or integrated cable.

Elgato Wave:1 Capsule Diameter

What is the capsule diameter?

0.67 inch 0Votes
Elgato Wave:1
133.63 inch (Average)

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

With a 0.67-inch (17 mm) capsule diameter, the Wave 1 provides a compact yet highly effective microphone for detailed audio capture. Its size makes it ideal for voice recording, ensuring clarity and precision.

The diameter of the microphone capsule.

Audio Performance 12

Elgato Wave:1 Microphone Type

What is the microphone type?

79 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes Condenser

65 Microphones in this range Condenser

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

As a condenser microphone, the Wave 1 is highly sensitive and capable of capturing detailed, clear audio with minimal distortion. This makes it perfect for applications where sound quality is paramount, such as streaming or podcasting.

Defines the operating principle of the microphone.

Elgato Wave:1 Capsule Type

What is the capsule type?

89 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes Electret

75 Microphones in this range Electret

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

The electret capsule design offers good sound quality at an affordable price, providing reliable performance for content creators. It strikes a balance between quality and cost-effectiveness in the microphone market.

Specifies the capsule style that influences sound capture.

Elgato Wave:1 Frequency Response (Min)

What is the minimum frequency response?

70 Hz 0Votes
Elgato Wave:1
38.15 Hz (Average)

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

The Wave 1 captures frequencies starting at 70 Hz, which covers most voice ranges while maintaining clarity in low-end sounds. This allows for a richer audio profile, enhancing spoken word recordings.

The lowest frequency the mic can capture.

Elgato Wave:1 Frequency Response (Max)

What is the maximum frequency response?

20,000 Hz 0Votes
Elgato Wave:1
18,011.58 Hz (Average)

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

With a frequency response up to 20,000 Hz, this microphone captures high frequencies with excellent clarity, making it suitable for detailed audio recordings. This wide frequency range ensures a natural and immersive listening experience.

The highest frequency the mic can capture.

Elgato Wave:1 Dynamic Range

What is the dynamic range?

95 dB 0Votes
Elgato Wave:1
110.47 dB (Average)

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

The 95 dB dynamic range ensures that both soft and loud sounds are captured clearly, allowing for a detailed and nuanced audio experience. This range makes it ideal for recording both quiet and loud vocals without distortion.

The range between quietest and loudest sounds captured.

Elgato Wave:1 Max SPL

What is the maximum SPL?

120 dB 0Votes
Elgato Wave:1
131.29 dB (Average)

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

With a maximum SPL of 120 dB, the Wave 1 can handle loud sounds without distortion, ensuring clear recordings even at high volumes. If Clipguard is enabled, it can handle up to 140 dB for even more protection against distortion.

The maximum loudness before distortion.

Connectivity & Interfaces 10

Elgato Wave:1 USB Compatibility

What USB versions are compatible?

80 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes USB-C

36 Microphones in this range USB-C

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

The mic features a USB-C connector, ensuring a modern and secure connection point on the microphone itself. It also includes a 2.5 m (8.2 ft) USB-C to USB-A cable, giving you enough length for flexible studio or desktop setups.

Identifies supported USB standards.

Elgato Wave:1 Audio Output Options

What are the audio output options?

78 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes Analog

35 Microphones in this range Analog, Balanced

Elgato Wave:1
Elgato Wave:1

It features a 3.5 mm analog headphone jack that delivers clean, zero-latency monitoring directly from the mic. With a powerful 75 mW @ 16Ω output and support for 16-bit or 24-bit audio, it ensures clear and detailed playback for precise monitoring.

Lists output signal formats available.

Elgato Wave:1 Connection Interface

What is the connection interface?

69 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes USB

36 Microphones in this range XLR

Defines the main interface for connectivity.

Elgato Wave:1 Cable Detachable

Is the cable detachable?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the cable can be detached or replaced.

Elgato Wave:1 Phantom Power Support

Does it support phantom power?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the mic supports phantom power.

Elgato Wave:1 Multi-Device Pairing

Does it support multi-device pairing?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.

Power & Battery 6

Elgato Wave:1 Power Source

What is the power source?

80 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes USB

37 Microphones in this range Phantom

Defines how the microphone is powered.

Elgato Wave:1 Auto Power-Off

Does it have auto power-off?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone shuts down automatically when idle.

Elgato Wave:1 Charging Method

What is the charging method?

83 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes USB-C

32 Microphones in this range USB-C

The interface used for recharging.

Elgato Wave:1 Replaceable Battery Support

Does it support replaceable batteries?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if batteries can be swapped.

Elgato Wave:1 External Power Supply Compatibility

Is it compatible with an external power supply?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Can the mic run on external AC/DC supply.

Elgato Wave:1 Power Indicator Light

Does it have a power indicator light?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a light shows power/battery status.

Controls & Features 18

Elgato Wave:1 Onboard Controls

What onboard controls are available?

90 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes Buttons

33 Microphones in this range Switches

Types of direct physical controls.

Elgato Wave:1 Mute Function

Does it have a mute function?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to mute audio directly on the mic.

Elgato Wave:1 Gain Control

Does it have gain control?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to adjust input gain directly.

Elgato Wave:1 Headphone Monitoring

Does it support headphone monitoring?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Direct monitoring via headphone output.

Elgato Wave:1 Monitoring Mix Control

Does it have monitoring mix control?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Lets user adjust mic vs playback audio mix.

Elgato Wave:1 Touch/Motion Controls

Does it support touch/motion controls?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Allows interaction via touch gestures or motion.

Build & Design 17

Elgato Wave:1 Body Material

What is the body material?

85 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes Metal

36 Microphones in this range Metal

The main structural material of the microphone body.

Elgato Wave:1 Finish/Coating

What finish/coating does it have?

85 Elgato Wave:1 0 Votes Matte

32 Microphones in this range Matte

Exterior treatment or surface finish.

Elgato Wave:1 Shock Mount

Is a shock mount included?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a shock mount is included to reduce vibrations.

Elgato Wave:1 Pop Filter

Is a pop filter included?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a pop filter is provided for plosive reduction.

Elgato Wave:1 Windscreen

Is a windscreen included?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a windscreen is included for wind noise control.

Elgato Wave:1 Water Resistance

Is it water resistant?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic is resistant to water.

Package & Accessories 12

Elgato Wave:1 Stand/Tripod

Is a stand/tripod included?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a stand or tripod is included in the box.

Elgato Wave:1 Cables

Are cables included?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if connecting cables are provided.

Elgato Wave:1 Carrying Case

Is there a carrying case included?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a protective carrying case is part of the package.

Elgato Wave:1 Adapters

Are adapters included?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

States if adapter(s) are included (e.g., XLR to 3.5mm).

Elgato Wave:1 Mounting Clip

Is a mounting clip included?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a clip for attaching to stands/instruments is included.

Elgato Wave:1 Extra Windscreen

Is an extra windscreen included?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if a spare windscreen is included.

Certification & Compliance 6

Elgato Wave:1 Warranty

What is the warranty period?

2 years 0Votes
Elgato Wave:1
2.37 years (Average)

Duration of manufacturer warranty coverage.

Elgato Wave:1 Safety Compliance

Is it safety compliant?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates adherence to safety regulations.

Elgato Wave:1 Environmental Compliance

Is it environmentally compliant?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Compliance with eco/environmental regulations.

Elgato Wave:1 FCC/CE Approval

Is it FCC/CE approved?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Explicit FCC/CE compliance approval.

Elgato Wave:1 RoHS Compliance

Is it RoHS compliant?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive compliance.

Elgato Wave:1 Professional Broadcast Certification

Is it broadcast certified?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic meets pro broadcast standards.

Advanced Features 14

Elgato Wave:1 Multi-Pattern Switching

Does it support multi-pattern switching?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to switch between multiple pickup patterns.

Elgato Wave:1 DSP Processing

Does it include DSP processing?

Yes 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Built-in digital signal processing for sound shaping.

Elgato Wave:1 AI Noise Cancellation

Does it feature AI noise cancellation?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

AI-powered suppression of background noise.

Elgato Wave:1 Beamforming Technology

Does it support beamforming?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Uses mic arrays to focus on sound sources.

Elgato Wave:1 Voice Tracking

Does it include voice tracking?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Automatically follows speaker’s voice.

Elgato Wave:1 Recording Profiles

Does it have recording profiles?

No 0Votes Elgato Wave:1

Yes Microphones in this range

Predefined sound settings for specific uses.

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Elgato Wave:1 Sound Quality

How would you rate the sound quality of this microphone?

Crisp and professional 0Votes
Good and clear 0Votes
Average clarity 0Votes
Distorted and unclear 0Votes

Elgato Wave:1 Noise Handling

How well does this microphone handle background noise?

Blocks out most noise 0Votes
Handles noise fairly well 0Votes
Reduces some noise 0Votes
Picks up everything 0Votes

Elgato Wave:1 Battery Life

How long does the battery last on this microphone?

Excellent — Over 20 hours 0Votes
Long lasting — 10 to 20 hours 0Votes
Decent — 5 to 10 hours 0Votes
Short — 2 to 5 hours 0Votes
Very short — Under 2 hours 0Votes

Elgato Wave:1 Durability

How durable is this microphone based on build and lifespan?

Highly durable — Over 4 years 0Votes
Solid — 2 to 4 years 0Votes
Average — 1 to 2 years 0Votes
Very fragile — Less than 1 year 0Votes

Elgato Wave:1 Weight

How heavy is this microphone?

Ultra-light — Under 150 grams 0Votes
Lightweight — 150 to 300 grams 0Votes
Medium — 300 to 500 grams 0Votes
Heavy — 500 to 800 grams 0Votes
Very heavy — Over 800 grams 0Votes

Elgato Wave:1 Design Appeal

How attractive is the design of this microphone?

Plain and boring 0Votes
Somewhat okay 0Votes
Nice looking 0Votes
Stylish and modern 0Votes

Elgato Wave:1 Pricing

How do you feel about the price of this microphone?

Great value for money 0Votes
Pretty good price 0Votes
Fair deal 0Votes
Kinda pricey 0Votes
Crazy expensive 0Votes

Elgato Wave:1 Sensitivity

How sensitive is this microphone to capturing sound?

Very sensitive — Detects quiet sounds clearly 0Votes
Sensitive — Captures a wide sound range 0Votes
Moderate — Picks up normal voice levels well 0Votes
Low — Needs to be close to sound source 0Votes
Very low — Struggles to capture soft voices 0Votes

Elgato Wave:1 Frequency Response Range

What do you think about the frequency response range of this microphone?

Wide range — 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0Votes
Good range — 30 Hz to 18 kHz 0Votes
Decent range — 40 Hz to 16 kHz 0Votes
Limited range — 50 Hz to 14 kHz 0Votes
Narrow range — Above 60 Hz only 0Votes

Elgato Wave:1 Connectivity

How stable and reliable is the connection of this microphone?

Excellent — Always stable, no dropouts 0Votes
Good — Works smoothly with rare issues 0Votes
Decent — Occasional minor disconnections 0Votes
Weak — Disconnects sometimes 0Votes
Poor — Frequently loses connection 0Votes

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