Elgato Wave:3 MK.2: specs and price (2026)

Specifications

Source: elgato.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by elgato.com. elgato.com/us/en/p/wave-3 and elgato.com/us/en/p/wave-3-black both accessed 2026-06-15, both returned identical specs: full product name 'Wave:3 MK.2 USB Condenser Microphone', connectivity USB-C (USB 2.0 HS), polar pattern cardioid, capsule type 16mm condenser (integrated JFET), sample rate 48kHz, bit depth 24-bit, headphone jack 3.5mm stereo yes, mute 'Tap to mute' yes, included desk stand, 1/4-inch thread with 5/8" and 3/8" adapters, Wave FX Processor with Clipguard 2.0, maximum SPL 130dB, dynamic range 110dB, frequency response 70-20,000Hz. Price $169.99 confirmed on both page fetches. Release date: 'MK.2' designation noted but exact date not specified on page.

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