Here’s a detailed look at the ELGATO Wave 3 White Premium USB Microphone and Digital Mixing Solution (Model 10MAB9911 / “Wave:3 White”), along with price info in India + a few availability options. Let me know if you want comparison with other mics in your budget.
🔧 Key Specs & Features
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | Wave:3 White (10MAB9911) Ubuy India+3B&H Photo Video+3Elgato+3 |
| Mic Type / Capsule | Electret condenser; 17 mm capsule, side‑address. Elgato Help+2Elgato+2 |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid (focused on speech) Elgato Help+1 |
| Frequency Response | 70 Hz ‑ 20 kHz Elgato Help+2B&H Photo Video+2 |
| Resolution / Sample Rates | 24‑bit; 48 kHz or 96 kHz selectable Elgato Help+1 |
| Max SPL / Clip Guard | 120 dB SPL under normal operation; up to ≈ 140 dB with “ClipGuard” engaged to avoid distortion B&H Photo Video+1 |
| Dynamic Range | Approx 95 dB normally; ~115 dB with ClipGuard Elgato Help+1 |
| Interface / Connections | USB‑C for digital, plus built‑in 3.5 mm headphone output for zero‑latency monitoring; mute touch sensor; gain / mix dial; they also include a boom arm adapter. B&H Photo Video+1 |
| Mounts / Threads | Supports desk stand; also comes with adapter to mount on a boom / mic arm. B&H Photo Video+1 |
| Size & Weight | 153 x 66 x 40 mm; mic + base ~ 280 g. Elgato Help+1 |
| Software & Mixing | Includes Elgato’s “Wave Link” software which lets you mix multiple audio sources, create two mixes (audience + monitoring), adjust levels etc. B&H Photo Video+1 |
✅ Strengths / What Makes It Good
Great voice clarity and build, especially for streaming, podcasting, voice‑overs.
“ClipGuard” helps prevent harsh distortion when you accidentally speak too loudly. Good safety margin.
The dial + mute touch sensor + headphone monitoring makes it convenient to control without messing with software constantly.
The software (Wave Link) is a plus: mixing multiple sources (game, mic, music, chat) is easier.
White version is nice if you’re matching aesthetic / streaming rig color‑scheme.
⚠️ Limitations / Things to Be Aware Of
Cardioid pattern means less rejection of background noise / echo; in rooms with poor acoustics you may pick up ambient.
No internal high‑pass filter etc., so you may need to handle rumble / low frequency noise via software.
Heavier than tiny USB mics; needs a stable stand or boom to avoid vibrations.
USB‑C cable matters: cheaper cables or poor ports may introduce noise or dropouts.
If you want to record many sources or multitrack (instrument + vocals etc.), a USB mic is somewhat limited compared to an interface setup — though good for many streaming / content use‑cases.