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Wave XLR MK.2

Integrated Mic Interface

Wave XLR MK.2 is a powerful mic interface with built-in DSP effects, Wave Link integration, and Stream Deck control. It brings your analog mic into a fully digital workflow that’s fast, flexible, and built for modern audio.

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"Elgato delivers an impressive and beginner-friendly audio interface that should also inspire professionals technically and offers unique features."

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THE NEW BENCHMARK

We didn’t just improve Wave XLR — we rewired its entire signal path. Onboard effects processing and ultra-low latency monitoring now work together as one, powered by Wave Link mixing software. The result? Pro audio control made easy, and a broadcast voice that’s impossible to ignore.

AT A GLANCE

HARDWARE

GIVE YOUR MIC SUPERPOWERS

More than an interface, perfect for your DX or SM7B. Wave XLR integrates any analog mic directly into the Wave ecosystem, giving it the digital brains it never had.

WAVE FX

The Pro in the Processor

Your voice flows through Clipguard, onboard DSP, and VST effects in one continuous signal path. So you get studio-grade sound with super-responsive monitoring, but none of the routing complexity.

ECOSYSTEM

THIS IS WAVE

A new generation of audio tools. Hardware and software working together, taking the friction out of great sound.

COMPARE MIC INTERFACES

Professional audio, your way. Choose the Wave mic interface that works best in your setup.

FROM THE BLOG

Explore tips and techniques to help you get the most from Wave XLR.
Give Your Mic Superpowers

Give Your Mic Superpowers

XLR microphones made simple with 80 dB gain, onboard DSP effects, low-latency monitoring, and Stream Deck integration in a compact USB interface.

Wave XLR vs Wave XLR MK.2: What's the difference

Wave XLR vs Wave XLR MK.2: What's the difference

Comparing Wave XLR and Wave XLR MK.2. What Wave FX Processor adds, what's improved, and which one fits your setup.

Which XLR Microphones Work With It

Which XLR Microphones Work With It

Wave XLR MK.2 works with any XLR microphone, from gain-hungry dynamics to studio condensers, with 80 dB of clean gain and 48V phantom power.

Software Overview

Software Overview

Mix, route, and apply effects to all your audio with Wave Link 3.0. Free for Windows and macOS and works with any mic.

Wave FX: Studio-grade sound from your mic

Wave FX: Studio-grade sound from your mic

Learn what Wave FX does for your audio. Clipguard 2.0, onboard DSP effects, and VST Inserts deliver consistent sound across all apps.

What Is Clipguard 2.0? How Elgato Prevents Audio Clipping

What Is Clipguard 2.0? How Elgato Prevents Audio Clipping

Learn how Clipguard 2.0 prevents audio distortion at the hardware level, so your stream or recording stays clean no matter what.

How to Install and Use Audio Effects from Marketplace

How to Install and Use Audio Effects from Marketplace

Learn which USB microphones, XLR setups, and audio interfaces are compatible with Wave Link—and how to start mixing right away.

Wave Link 3.0: Soundboard and Music for Voice Chat and Gaming

Wave Link 3.0: Soundboard and Music for Voice Chat and Gaming

Learn how to play music and sound effects through in-game VOIP with Wave Link. Route any audio into proximity chat. Free on Windows and macOS.

Wave Link 3.0: How to use it for Streaming

Wave Link 3.0: How to use it for Streaming

Learn how Wave Link 3.0 can improve your stream audio with independent mixes, voice effects, and app grouping. Free for any mic or setup.

Wave Link 3.0: How to use it for Productivity

Wave Link 3.0: How to use it for Productivity

Organize meetings, music, and notifications into separate channels you control. Wave Link 3.0 is free and works with any mic.

Wave Link Plugin for Stream Deck: Hands-On Control for Your Audio Mix

Wave Link Plugin for Stream Deck: Hands-On Control for Your Audio Mix

Control your entire audio mix from Stream Deck. Adjust volume, mute channels, toggle effects, and switch outputs with Wave Link plugin.

Voice Tune: What It Is and How to Use It

Voice Tune: What It Is and How to Use It

Voice Tune makes your audio sound more consistent and polished. Learn how it works and how to adjust it on compatible Wave devices.

What is VST Insert? Audio Effects That Work in Every App

What is VST Insert? Audio Effects That Work in Every App

Learn how VST Insert integrates audio effects into your hardware signal flow so every app gets the same processed mic audio.

Upgrading from Wave Link 2.0 to Wave Link 3.0

Upgrading from Wave Link 2.0 to Wave Link 3.0

Moving from Wave Link 2.0 to 3.0? Here's what to expect, what to set up again, and how to get running quickly.

What does a compressor actually do?

What does a compressor actually do?

Learn how compression balances your audio by reducing loud peaks and boosting quieter sounds—so your voice stays clear, consistent, and professional.

What is a Cloudlifter?

What is a Cloudlifter?

Learn how a Cloudlifter boosts low-output microphones with clean gain—giving you stronger, clearer audio without added noise.

Play sounds through your mic

Play sounds through your mic

Trigger sound effects, memes, or voice clips directly through your microphone using Stream Deck—perfect for streams, chats, and calls.