Elgato
Elgato 10MAH9901 Wave DX XLR Dynamic Microphone
★★★★★
XLR
Capture Broadcast-Quality Audio with Exceptional Clarity Introducing the Elgato Wave DX, a dynamic XLR microphone designed for podcasting, streaming, and broadcasting. Its cardioid pattern and speech-optimized capsule deliver warm, true-to-life sound while effectively rejecting unwanted room noi...
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Overview
Capture Broadcast-Quality Audio with Exceptional Clarity
Introducing the Elgato Wave DX, a dynamic XLR microphone designed for podcasting, streaming, and broadcasting. Its cardioid pattern and speech-optimized capsule deliver warm, true-to-life sound while effectively rejecting unwanted room noise, ensuring professional audio quality without the need for a signal booster.
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
Key Features
Premium Dynamic Capsule, Speech Optimized: captures exceptional detail and clarity, warm, true-to-life sound character.
Works with any interface: any XLR preamp or audio interface, no signal booster required
Room Noise Rejection: reduces unwanted background noise.
Cardioid Polar Pattern: wide, forgiving acceptance angle for off-axis speaking.
Mono Swivel Mount: 5/8" mount with 3/8" and 1/4" thread adaptors included. Adjust the mic position without jamming your cable, attach to any mic stand.
Specifications
Model
Wave DX
Microphone Type
XLR Dynamic Microphone
Capsule Type
Premium Dynamic Capsule
Sound Character
Warm, true-to-life
Compatibility
Any XLR preamp or audio interface
Signal Booster Required
No
Noise Reduction
Room Noise Rejection
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Mount Type
Mono Swivel Mount
Mount Thread Sizes
5/8", 3/8", 1/4"
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features a premium dynamic capsule that captures exceptional speech detail and clarity.
- Delivers a warm, true-to-life sound character, enhancing the quality of vocal recordings.
- Designed to work seamlessly with any XLR preamp or audio interface, requiring no additional signal booster.
- Excellent room noise rejection effectively minimizes unwanted background sounds during recording.
- The cardioid polar pattern provides a wide, forgiving acceptance angle, making off-axis speaking more flexible.
👎 Cons
- The microphone requires an XLR interface, which means it cannot be directly plugged into a computer via USB without an adapter.
- Does not come with a stand; users will need to purchase a separate mic stand to use the swivel mount effectively.
- While adaptors are included for different thread sizes, the base mount itself is a mono swivel mount.
- The specific sound character, while warm, might not be universally preferred for all voice types or recording styles.
- As a dynamic microphone, it might require higher gain settings on some interfaces compared to condenser microphones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Elgato Wave DX microphone require a signal booster to function?
No, this microphone is designed to work with any XLR preamp or audio interface without needing a signal booster.
What kind of sound quality can I expect from the Wave DX?
It features a premium dynamic capsule that captures exceptional detail and clarity, delivering a warm, true-to-life sound.
Is this microphone effective at reducing background noise?
Yes, it offers room noise rejection technology to significantly reduce unwanted background sounds.
Can I adjust the microphone's position easily?
Yes, it includes a mono swivel mount with various thread adaptors, allowing for flexible positioning without cable interference.
What is the polar pattern of this microphone?
The Elgato Wave DX utilizes a cardioid polar pattern, which provides a wide and forgiving acceptance angle for speaking.
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