elgato Wave DX Dynamic Microphone, XLR

Microphone capsule

Pickup pattern

Analogue microphone output

Microphone weight

Focused pickup for spoken content

The cardioid pattern prioritizes sound in front of the microphone. Position it close to your voice and away from unwanted sound for a more controlled recording.

Position it your way

The swivel mount and included thread adapters fit common microphone supports. Adjust the angle for a comfortable speaking position at your desk. Check the actual equipment position and complete connection before the session, then confirm the result with the intended recording setup.

Build the Complete XLR Recording Chain

Use a suitable microphone interface or mixer and a three-pin XLR microphone cable. Wave DX’s XLR output is distinct from a USB microphone connection, and a headphone output does not replace the required microphone input. Set preamp gain around the actual voice and working distance.

Aim the Microphone at the Speaking Position

The cardioid pattern concentrates the main pickup toward the front. Keep a consistent distance and place unwanted room sources away from the main pickup direction. Check the result through the intended recording path, using microphone positioning and input gain together rather than relying on either one alone.

Support the Microphone with Its Mount

Include the microphone, supplied mounting arrangement and any additional accessory when checking the supporting arm’s range. The swivel mount and listed thread adapters help connect to appropriate supports. The microphone’s own weight is not a stand capacity, and the supporting arm is a separate equipment choice.

Does Wave DX connect directly by USB?

No. It uses a three-pin XLR output and needs an appropriate microphone interface or mixer plus a suitable XLR cable.

Which capsule and pattern does it use?

Wave DX is a dynamic cardioid microphone. Use the front-facing speaking position and check the actual recording level.

Are an interface, stand and cable included?

Those are required separately. The listed package includes the microphone, swivel mount, thread adapters and guide.

Which thread adapters are listed?

The microphone mount uses 5/8-inch with included 3/8-inch and 1/4-inch adapters. Match the actual supporting connection.

Can a headphone output record it?

No. A headphone output carries playback. Wave DX needs a microphone input and preamp through its XLR connection.

How should I set the input level?

Position the microphone, check normal and loud speech, then set gain while monitoring so the recording does not clip at expected peaks.