The Wave XLR was able to magnificently capture the sound of our condenser XLR mic with clear highs and lows. It even ensured that the source didn’t peak elsewhere during the recording. The software effectively took most of the functions we’d find on full-form audio interfaces. But what’s great is that it took advantage of these and integrated them with the Wave XLR. This resulted in crisp, clean audio that sounds just as good as what some of the best mixers produce.

Das Gerät an sich ist sehr schlicht und man kann an sich nicht viel falsch machen. USB Anschluss an den PC und XLR ans Mikrofon und schon kann es losgehen. Mit dem großen Drehregler kann man die Lautstärke einfach anpassen und eine Anzeige aus LED´s die um den Knopf angebracht sind, zeigen den aktuellen Wert. Es gibt auch noch einen Kopfhörer Ausgang mit dem Hardware Monitoring betrieben werden kann, dies habe ich allerdings nicht getestet. Since the Wave XLR was bolstered because of the company’s Wave Link, we mixed via the software. This was instead of mixing through the product itself. Even though it has the unmistakable character and enhanced bass of a dynamic broadcast microphone, Elgato has tuned it to bring out a bit more treble detail. This lends a bit more airiness and natural timbre to the sound. Its tuning allows it to be a more versatile recording tool and better for recording instruments on music streams. The dual selectable filters give you the ability to choose low-cut filters at 80Hz and 120Hz. This feature helps reduce distant low-frequency sounds that may disrupt your stream or podcast. High-power Headphone Output With the Wave XLR, you won’t have to watch levels while you’re live, nor salvage distorted audio in post-production. The Clipguard technology reroutes audio via a second signal path that runs at a lower volume when input levels increase. As a result, it produces clean audio output and it doesn’t matter how loud you scream. Choose Your StyleAbove the image, you’ll find Wave XLR and Elgato’s logo set in place. Then below the product’s image, there’s a brief description of what the item is all about. The Motu M4 is a powerful entry-level mixer with USB drivers that enable streamers to easily connect and monitor live inputs through their computer.

With the Wave XLR, you can enhance your microphone without an external preamp. It has an ultra-low noise gain of up to 75dB, making dynamic microphones sound clear and loud. Plus, its 48V phantom power brings condenser microphones to life. Selectable Low-cut Filters The device comes with software that can be used to assign audio files to the sound pads. It is compatible with both headset mics and 4-pole earphones with mics designed for smartphones. It’s a product that doesn’t take up a lot of space on your desk. And, it adds a lot of functionality to your set-up no matter what it is.This is the part of our Elgato Wave XLR review where we focus on the Wave XLR’s specifications. It has a frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz, and a dynamic range of 100dB (120dB clip guard engaged). While many mixers require a cloud lifter to boost the signal of select popular microphones. For example, the Shure SM7B, the Wave XLR has a 0-75dB gain range, so you don’t need to add extra devices between your mic and Wave. This further helps clear the clutter on your desk for a simpler stream setup. “The device’s most important feature, however, is its compatibility with the Wave Link Software.” Tap the control dial to switch between controlling the gain, headphone output volume or mic/PC mix ratio. You’ll also find four across the bottom area which are present to indicate which controls are selected. Plus, it will allow you to see the 48V phantom power if it’s active or not. This works to power the condenser microphones. It doesn’t have the buttons for all of the effects and samplers, but it still has the bleep button and the cough/mute button.

The unit comes with presets for speech and vocal effects that can be easily turned on/off by a button. Streamers can change mic-input sounds using five different voice effects. The console also features a 16-bit DSP for special effects and a USB slot for connecting flash drives, laptops, PCs, or phones. It comes with six live-streaming modes: chat, autotune, warcraft, MC, sing, and Lolita. It also has 10 preset audio effects like laughter, heartbeat, danger, clap, and more. Like most of Elgato’s products, the Wave XLR is a sleek little device that doesn’t take up a whole lot of space. Having a dedicated audio interface for streaming games on YouTube, Twitch or any other online platform can significantly enhance the quality of your audio. With improved sound quality, increased volume control, reduced latency and more connectivity, a USB audio interface is a sound investment for any streamer looking to take their audio to the next level.The front portion of the product features a single knob and it comes with a couple of LED indicators. One set encircles the knob which lets you view your set levels. The original GoXLR is without a doubt a favorite among streamers, content creators, and podcasters. The XLR input supports USB, condenser, and dynamic mics. It also includes a noise gate and compressor for better control of environmental sounds. With the Wave Link software, the Wave XLR has so much more to offer to enhance your stream. This XLR microphone interface can only get better as Elgato improves the software in the future.