Elgato WAVE:3 Manual

SETTING UP WAVE:3

Wave: 3 is plug-n-play with no software required for it to function. However, Wave: 3 is truly unleashed when used with the Wave Link software.

USAGE RECOMMENDATIONS

1. Ensure that the microphone capsule is facing you, slightly angled towards your mouth.
   
2. For optimal sound quality, is it recommended that the microphone is placed approximately "two fists" length away, or approximately 6 inches. Wave Extension Rods and mic arms can also assist with creating the proper setup.
   
3. To keep background noise at a minimum, it is recommended to keep the gain as low as possible. A good reference level is 40% gain, which you can set via the Wave Link software or onboard microphone control dial.
   

WAVE:3 FEATURES

1. Tap the capacitive mute button to instantly and silently engage mute.
   
2. Proprietary ClipGuard Technology analyzes the audio feed in real-time and adjusts levels to ensure that audio never peaks due to plosive breath sounds or shouting.
   
3. Wave Link software allows for direct control of Wave: 3 and up to eight other audio sources and enables you to create two independent output mixes.
   

ONBOARD CONTROLS

Wave: 3 features a multifunctional dial to instantly tweak important settings.

PRO TIP

WORKS WITH STREAM DECK
Advanced A/V automation at your fingertips.

Combined with Stream Deck and Wave Link, your Wave: 3 becomes a production powerhouse. Simply install the Wave Link plugin located on the Stream Deck store, and gain the ability to change the gain, headphone volume, PC/Monitor mix, and more at the tap of a key.

USING YOUR FAVORITE APPS

Wave: 3 works seamlessly with apps like Zoom and Microsoft Teams to provide crystal clear audio input with just a few clicks of a mouse. To enable your Wave: 3 microphone in Zoom and Teams, first make sure it's plugged in and the LED indicators are illuminated on the front of the microphone.

ZOOM

1. While Zoom is open, locate the "Settings" menu, or the cogwheel, in the top righthand corner.
   
2. Chat On the left-hand side of the Settings menu, you should locate and click in the "Audio" section.
   
3. Under Microphone, use the drop-down menu to select Mic In (Wave: 3)
   

For the best possible experience while using Zoom, disable "Automatically adjust microphone volume" in Zoom and enable Wave Lock Gain in the Wave Link software.

MICROSOFT TEAMS

While Microsoft Teams is open, click on your profile picture in the top right, next to the minimize button.

In the drop-down menu, select Settings, or the cogwheel.

On the left-hand side of the Settings menu, locate Devices in the list.

Under Microphone, use the drop-down menu to select Mic In (Wave: 3)

For the best possible experience while using Microsoft Teams, be sure to enable Wave Lock Gain in Wave Link software.