Elgato Wave DX Dynamic XLR Microphone Review

In today's review, we're taking a look at Elgato's Wave DX, a brand new Dynamic XLR microphone aimed at streamers. Coming in at just £109.99 this enters the market with a competitive price tag… but how good does it sound? That's what we find out today.

Timestamps:

00:00 Start
00:57 The Microphone
02:40 Setting it up / Sound quality
05:22 Microphone comparison tests
07:29 Audio effects on/off
08:02 Closing Thoughts

Specifications:

• 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“, 5/8“

The Elgato Wave DX has a retail price of £109.99 and is available directly from Elgato HERE.

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Pros:

• Solidly built with all metal body.
• Gives punchy, clear vocals.
• Room rejection works great for small offices/workspaces.
• The swivel mount is perfect for placing the mic.

Cons:

• Do wish the mic came with an XLR cable.

KitGuru says: The Elgato Wave DX is a fantastic microphone for under £110. This is solidly made, competitively priced and is almost a no-brainer for new streamers or even existing streamers looking for an upgrade. Just wish it came with an XLR cable. 

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