Elgato Wave XLR Pro Integrated Audio Matrix & DSP Mixer

About: Elgato Wave XLR Pro Integrated Audio Matrix & DSP Mixer

Built for modern workflows, Wave XLR Pro delivers onboard effects with real-time processing, VST effects integration, and full control through Wave Link. Its software-driven architecture gives you the kind of flexibility traditional gear can’t match—all powered by Wave FX Processor.

NOTHING COMES CLOSE

Wave XLR Pro drops a full-sized mixing desk in the palm of your hand. But it’s more than a mixer. It’s a powerful audio matrix that pairs hyper-customizable routing with all the right connections, unlocking capabilities mixers simply can’t match. Creators, podcasters, anyone who’s serious about audio—this is the solution you’ve been waiting for. No workarounds. All flow.

HARDWARE - GIVE YOUR MIC SUPERPOWERS

We didn’t just add connections—we added the right ones. For co-hosted studios with remote guests, channels powered by fully stacked setups, and solo projects destined to grow. Whatever your workflow, Wave XLR Pro brings all your gear together.

• FRONT
  • Status LED: A subtle white indicator shows when Wave XLR Pro is powered and ready to mix.
  • HEADPHONE OUTPUT 1: 3.5mm and 6.3mm jacks sit side by side for any type of headphones. High-power amplification drives even 600Ω studio cans with ease.
• BACK
  • USB-C HOST: One cable to your computer handles it all—power, control, and audio through a single, reliable connection.
  • USB-C AUX: Add a second PC, console, or phone without adding complexity. Perfect for dual-PC streaming or bringing extra sources into your mix.
  • LINE INPUT: Stereo analog input welcomes recorders, mixers, cameras, and interfaces. Routing stays flexible to match your workflow.
  • LINE OUTPUT: Send your polished mix anywhere it needs to go. Record to external devices, feed cameras, or route to additional mixers at the same time.
  • HEADPHONE OUTPUT 2: 3.5mm and 6.3mm jacks side by side for flexible monitoring. Perfect for co-hosts or running separate mixes simultaneously.
  • XLR INPUT 1 & 2: Two studio-grade preamps deliver 80dB of ultra-clean gain with 48V phantom power. Connect any XLR mics and capture broadcast-quality sound every time.
• INSIDE
  • SUPERIOR CIRCUITRY: High dynamic range and ultra-low noise ensure a clean, accurate signal from inputs to outputs.
  • Wave FX Processor: Five independent mixes, twelve channels, and eight studio effects—all handled onboard for absolute zero latency.

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.

CLIPGUARD 2.0 - UNCLIPPABLE AUDIO

Our intelligent anti-distortion system creates a layered defense that makes clipping virtually impossible, no matter how loud things get. Powered by your device’s Wave FX Processor, Clipguard lets you express yourself freely without holding back or watching levels.

As your signal moves from analog to digital, Clipguard automatically applies safeguards to prevent clipping before it can occur. Turn it on once for protection forever, without ever compromising your sound quality.

• Multi-range capture: Stacked ADC converters work together to stop overload at the source
• Internal 32-bit float: Massive headroom means volume spikes never hit the digital limit
• Final output control: Digital limiters smooth out sudden peaks before they hit your system

DSP EFFECTS - SHAPE YOUR SOUND

Professional effects like EQ and compression run right on our Wave FX chip, processing your voice at the source. The result is instant, broadcast-ready sound that you can hear in real time and take with you to any device.

PACKED WITH PRO EFFECTS

Access the same effects used in professional studios, all designed to elevate your sound and managed directly in Wave Link. Explore the full suite below to hear them each in action.

• Low-Cut Filter: Remove low-frequency rumble from desk vibrations, traffic, and other unwanted noise to improve clarity.
• Expander: Gently reduce low-level background noise while leaving your voice untouched, for a more natural sound.
• Voice Tune: Get that warm, analog tube sound with intelligent compression and harmonics that adapt as you speak.
• Compressor: Balance your audio so soft voices come through clearly while loud moments stay smooth and controlled.
• Equalizer: Sculpt your voice with precision across four bands to add warmth, reduce muddiness, or improve clarity.
• Ducking: Automatically lowers background audio when you speak, keeping your voice front and center without manual adjustments.
• Mix Maximizer: Boost loudness while preventing clipping with intelligent processing that delivers powerful sound across all your mixes.
• Full Suite: Achieve polished, broadcast-ready sound with all five effects working simultaneously on your hardware.

With effects handled on the hardware, you get professional sound faster and spend more time creating, with less guesswork along the way.

• Instant Broadcast Quality: Sound great from the moment you plug in
• Zero-Latency Monitoring: Hear your fully processed voice in real time (*with wired headphones)
• Your Sound, Everywhere: Fine-tune once, then switch devices freely

VST INSERTS - EFFECTS DONE RIGHT

Wave FX Processor integrates VST effects seamlessly across every app you use. No virtual microphones, no workarounds—apply effects like reverb and voice changers instantly with ultra-low monitoring latency.

Wave FX Processor connects directly to Wave Link via a dedicated, high-speed interface. Your audio is routed to Wave Link for processing, then inserted back into the hardware signal flow before reaching your applications.

Using VST effects has always meant compromise. Not anymore.

• No More Workarounds: Use effects in any app without added complexity
• Natural Monitoring: Hear your fully-processed voice with less lag (*with wired headphones)

Expand your sound by browsing the Elgato Marketplace for effects ranging from professional audio tools to AI anime voices. Just add your favorites to Wave Link and apply them to your mic—it’s that simple.

• VX Pilot Voicemod FX: VX Pilot Voicemod FX simulates classic anime mech cockpits with distortion for futuristic combat sims.
• Mr. Meowington Voicemod FX: Mr. Meowington Voicemod FX blends voice-triggered meows with conversion tech for playful talking cat entertainment in streams and gaming.
• Trailer Guy Voicemod FX: Trailer Guy Voicemod FX delivers deep, gritty action-movie narrator timbre for cinematic intros and parodies.
• Tactical Raider Voicemod FX: Tactical Raider Voicemod FX delivers ultra-realistic, hyper immersive voice and sound effects for tactical raiders and post-apocalyptic shooters.
• Evil AI Voicemod FX: Evil AI Voicemod FX crafts chilling robotic precision with sarcastic human traces for shooters and sci-fi roleplay.
• Fire Dragon Voicemod FX: Fire Dragon Voicemod FX packs growls and fiery distortion for fantasy roleplay and villain arcs.
• Megaphone Voicemod FX: Megaphone Voicemod FX projects bold, loudspeaker authority to cut through noise in team leads and skits.
• Voice Focus: Ensures your voice stays front and center by intelligently removing background noise, room reverb, and echo.
• De-Esser: Remove harsh, high-frequency sounds from your mic audio in seconds.
• Tiny Phone: Turn your audio into a phone call with one press of a button.
• Just Pitch: A simple pitch control with one slider that raises or lowers your voice’s pitch in real time.
• CyberDroid: From vintage vocoder warmth to glitching AI distortion, CyberDroid turns your voice into a machine.
• Lofi Loris: Go low and slow with Lofi Loris. Add character and retro warmth to your voice with a single click.

Wave Link - ONE APP FOR ALL YOUR AUDIO

Wave Link gives you full control over your Wave hardware, but that’s just the start. Apply and customize effects, add a soundboard to voice chat, create a separate recording mix, and so much more. Everything you need for professional sound, all in one place.

WORKFLOWS - ANY SETUP IMAGINABLE

Workflows that require workarounds now connect and scale without friction. From dual-mic setups to complex production studios, your gear becomes a seamlessly integrated ecosystem. So what once felt hacked together now feels streamlined and fully under your control. Everything just works.

TACTILE CONTROL, PERFECTED WITH STREAM DECK

Paired with Wave XLR Pro, Stream Deck + XL becomes the tactile controller for your entire signal chain. And because it’s a Stream Deck, it extends far beyond audio to lighting, video, apps, everything. Two devices. One surface. Universal control.

Specifications​

• System Requirements
  • Windows
    • OS: Windows 11 or newer
    • Connectivity: USB-C port
    • Wave Link: Wave Link 3.0 and higher
  • Mac
    • OS: macOS 14.2 or newer
    • Connectivity: USB-C port
    • Wave Link: Wave Link 3.0 and higher
  • Wave FX Processor
    • Headphones (Wired): For zero/ultra-low latency monitoring
• XLR input 1/2
  • Frequency range: 20 - 20.000 Hz
  • Dynamic range: 135 dB
  • Equivalent Input Noise (EIN) (A-weighted): -130 dBV(A)
  • Gain: 80 dB (digital)
  • Phantom Power: 48 V, 7 mA
  • Maximum input level: 6 dBV
  • ADC resolution and sample frequency: 24 bit; 48 kHz
• Headphone output 1/2
  • Maximum output level @16R: 50 mW
  • Maximum output level @600R: 18 mW
  • DAC resolution and frequency: 32 bit; 48 kHz
• Line in
  • Frequency range: 20 - 20.000 Hz
  • Maximum input level: 10 dBV
• Line out
  • Frequency range: 20 - 20.000 Hz
  • Maximum output level: 10 dBV
• Connectors
  • Microphone 1 (XLR, Mono)
  • Microphone 2 (XLR, Mono)
  • Headphone 1 (6.3 and 3.5 mm TRS Jack, Stereo)
  • Headphone 2 (6.3 and 3.5 mm jack, Stereo)
  • Line Input (3.5 mm TRS jack, Stereo)
  • Line Output (3.5 mm TRS jack, Stereo)
  • Host I/O (USB-C 2.0 High-Speed)
  • Aux I/O (USB-C 2.0 Full-Speed)
• Mounting point: 3/8” (housing) and 1/4” (adaptor, pre-mounted)
• Power consumption: 5 VDV 900 mA max
• Weight: 0.85 lbs (385 g)
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 7.28 x 3.82 x 1.46 in (185 x 97 x 37 mm)

What's in the Box

• Wave XLR Pro
• USB-C to C cable (59 in / 150 cm)
• Quick Start Guide