Most people just want to plug in their microphone and have it work. XLR Dock MK.2 keeps it that simple. If your mic has an XLR connection, it will work.
XLR Dock MK.2 is a mic interface accessory that slots into Stream Deck +, turning it into a complete audio station. It delivers enough clean gain for even the most demanding dynamic microphones, provides phantom power for condensers, and protects your signal with Clipguard 2.0 so your audio stays clean no matter how loud things get.
Whether you already own a favorite mic or plan to upgrade down the road, you will not need to change your interface to keep up.
Use the Mic You Already Have
The biggest benefit of XLR Dock MK.2 is flexibility. Instead of being locked to a specific microphone brand or type, you can use what works best for the job.
That means you can use a dynamic for streaming, switch to a condenser for voiceover work, or try a completely different mic next week, all through the same interface without starting over. Auto Gain Wizard makes this even easier by analyzing your voice and setting an ideal gain level for whatever microphone you connect.
Dynamic Microphones
Dynamic mics are popular for streaming, podcasting, and meetings because they reject background noise and handle loud voices well. The tradeoff is that many of them need more gain than a typical interface provides, which is where people usually run into problems.
XLR Dock MK.2 solves this with 80 dB of clean gain. Microphones that normally need an external booster can be driven directly, with no extra hardware in the chain.
Popular dynamic microphones that work well include:
- Shure SM7B
- Shure MV7 (XLR mode)
- Electro-Voice RE20
- Rode Procaster
- Audio-Technica BP40
Condenser Microphones
Condenser mics are known for detail and sensitivity, making them a common choice for voiceover, music, and studio-style recording. They require 48V phantom power to operate, and XLR Dock MK.2 provides it.
Popular condenser microphones include:
- Rode NT1
- Audio-Technica AT2020
- Audio-Technica AT2035
- Lewitt LCT 440 PURE
- Neumann TLM 102
Once connected, you can shape your sound with onboard DSP effects and add third-party plugins through VST Insert. To learn more about adding effects, check out our guide on how to add audio effects in Wave Link.
Sound Great with Any Mic
Regardless of which microphone you use, every signal runs through Wave FX Processor, developed in partnership with LEWITT Audio. Your voice, effects, and monitoring stay in one continuous signal path with no routing complexity.
Clipguard 2.0 automatically prevents distortion, so you do not have to ride your levels. Onboard DSP effects, including Voice Tune, Compressor, EQ, Expander, and Low Cut, shape your voice in real time with zero latency. And VST Insert lets you add third-party plugins (VST on Windows, AU on macOS) directly into the signal chain.
Every app that uses your mic gets the same polished signal. For a deeper look, check out our guide on Wave FX Processor.
Control Your Sound
Since XLR Dock MK.2 slots directly into Stream Deck +, your audio controls are built right into your workflow. Use the Wave Link plugin to assign gain, headphone volume, muting, and mix control to dials and keys. Audio levels display in real time, so you can monitor everything at a glance.
Whatever mic you use today or pick up tomorrow, your interface is ready for it. Plug in, run Auto Gain Wizard, and start working.
Get started
XLR Dock MK.2 gives you 80 dB of clean gain, 48V phantom power, and Clipguard 2.0, so any XLR mic you plug in sounds its best. Pair that with onboard effects and full control from Stream Deck +, and your setup is ready for whatever comes next.
