If you’re serious about jumping into the streaming world, you’ll want to invest in a good microphone. Pick the right one, and you’ll not only benefit from enhanced clarity for your audio, but you’ll also have access to robust software that lets you optimize its performance. Premium microphones don’t come cheap--but since the Elgato Wave:3 is currently seeing a $30 price cut, now’s your chance to upgrade your streaming setup without breaking the bank.

Elgato Wave:3

$120 (was $150)

　　The Elgato Wave:3 is one of the most popular microphones on the market, and for good reason. Offering a cardioid-polar pattern that’s optimized for speech pickup, a noise shield to keep unwanted sounds from being detected, and high-end software that lets you tweak your audio output, it gives you everything you need to host a studio-quality stream.

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　　Better yet, the Wave:3 is a plug-and-play device that uses USB-C, meaning you can dive straight into your streams without a convoluted setup process. It’s also pretty sleek-looking, bringing a premium appearance to your broadcasts along with remarkable audio.

　　And while much of the audio controls can be found on the accompanying mixer software, the microphone itself gives you access to a volume knob and LED lights that let you know which features are currently active.

　　The Elgato Wave:3 is on sale at both Amazon and Best Buy--so if one retailer sells out, be sure to check out the other. And if you’re hunting for more gadgets to improve your streams, our roundup of the best streaming accessories is a great place to start.

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