Elgato Wave XLR MK.2 USB Audio Interface for XLR Microphones

The Elgato Wave XLR MK.2 is an all-in-one USB audio interface and desktop mixer built for creators who want professional microphone performance with streamlined control. Designed to power virtually any XLR microphone with up to 80 dB of gain, it combines clean input performance, responsive monitoring, onboard DSP processing, and direct hands-on control in a compact desktop format. It is well suited for streaming, podcasting, voiceover, recording, and content creation setups that require studio-style sound without unnecessary complexity.

Wave XLR MK.2 also helps simplify daily workflow through features like onboard effects, ultra-low-latency monitoring, Auto Gain Wizard, and Wave Link software integration. Users can shape their sound with EQ, compression, expander, low cut, and Voice Tune processing while managing routing and mix control from a single interface. With touch-to-mute functionality, customizable LED feedback, and seamless Stream Deck integration, this USB audio interface is designed to give creators more control, cleaner sound, and a more efficient recording desk setup.

Key Features of the Elgato Wave XLR MK.2

• Up to 80 dB of Gain: Delivers powerful microphone gain to support a wide range of XLR microphones in streaming, podcasting, and recording applications.
• All-in-One Interface and Mixer: Combines microphone interfacing, audio control, monitoring, and sound shaping in one compact desktop device.
• Powerful Headphone Amplifier: Provides loud, clear headphone monitoring for more confident real-time audio checks.
• Onboard Effects Processing: Includes Voice Tune, compressor, EQ, expander, and low cut for more polished vocal sound directly from the interface workflow.
• Wave FX Processor: Runs DSP effects and VST inserts in one signal chain for flexible audio enhancement and processing control.
• Ultra-Low-Latency Monitoring: Lets you hear your signal with highly responsive monitoring during live or recorded sessions.
• Auto Gain Wizard: Helps simplify microphone gain setup for faster calibration and more consistent vocal levels.
• Tactile Control Surface: Touch-to-mute and quick level adjustment functions make it easy to manage audio on the fly.
• Customizable LED Feedback: Displays level and status information at a glance for improved workflow visibility.
• Stream Deck Integration: Fits into a modular creator ecosystem for expanded control and automation options.
• Wave Link Software Support: Routes audio, chains effects, and mixes multiple input sources for a more complete creator setup.

Technical Specifications

• Resolution: 24-bit
• Sample Rate: 48 kHz
• Frequency Response (XLR Input): 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Frequency Response (Headphones, 32 Ohm): 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Dynamic Range (XLR Input): 135 dB
• Equivalent Input Noise (EIN), A-Weighted: -130 dB
• Maximum Input Level: 6 dBV
• Connectors: Microphone (XLR), Headphone (3.5 mm Jack, Stereo), Host I/O (USB-C)
• Power Consumption: 900 mA max
• Product Dimensions (D x W x H): 3.66 x 4.65 x 2.87 in
• Weight: 0.71 lbs
• System Requirements: Windows 11 (64-bit) or newer
• System Requirements: macOS Sonoma 14.2 or newer
• Port Requirement: USB-C port