Hear the difference with Wave Neo

If you haven't yet, meet Wave Neo. It's a plug-'n-play USB mic with all the clarity of premium audio. So you can unmute and speak with confidence, whether you're meeting, recording, or streaming.

While Wave Neo sounds great right out of the box, no setup needed, it's capable of so much more if you want to go further. And one of the best ways to personalize your audio is with digital assets like effects and presets.

Let's explore some of our favorites, from noise removal to the perfect mic tuning for female voices.

Wave Link

Wave Link software pairs with Wave Neo to help you easily adjust your sound. It lets you apply audio effects, like noise removal and equalizers, so you can match your audio to what you need. Essentially, Wave Link gives you the tools to ensure you sound great.

Download Wave Link.

What are audio effects?

Think about when you're in your car and adjust the sound to your speakers. You might add more bass or treble to make it sound perfect. The same can be done with audio effects, bringing out your podcast or radio-sounding voice. But the fun doesn't stop there. You can also remove unwanted background noise, such as a fan or keyboard clicks, to always sound great or like you are broadcasting over the wasteland of Fallout.

Audio effects to get you started

Noise Removal

Silence background audio with a single toggle. Enhanced by AI technology, this effect filters out distracting noise like fans, air conditioners, and PC hum. It’s ultralightweight, works with almost any CPU, and requires no special GPU hardware. Your voice sounds crystal clear—no matter your environment.

Noise Removal

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Noise Suppression

Silence background audio with a single toggle. Enhanced by AI technology, this effect filters out distracting noise like fans, air conditioners, and PC hum. It’s ultra lightweight, works with almost any CPU, and requires no special GPU hardware. Try Elgato Noise Removal in Wave Link and sound crystal clear — no matter your environment. What makes this free voice effect so special: Quiet the noise: Remove ambient sound like traffic, chatter, and light keyboard tapping Easy to use: Just flip a toggle to hear the difference Ultra lightweight: It won’t slow your computer performance, so you can even run it on multiple channels at once Ultra accessible: No special hardware required, all you need is a CPU Instant setup: Installs automatically to Wave Link with just a few clicks DAW-ready: As a VST3 plugin, this effect works in other apps like Reaper, Ableton Live, and Cubase Dive deeper with customization over your noise suppression. Got a Stream Deck? Using the Wave Link plugin, toggle Elgato Noise Removal with a key press. Friends in a noisy environment? Add it to your Voice Chat channel in Wave Link and silence their background audio instantly. Ready to rise above the noise? Try Elgato Noise Removal in Wave Link or your favorite DAW app and sound your best.

Pip-Boy Voice FX

Introducing Pip-Boy Voice FX, the ultimate voice modifier VST designed to immerse users in the post-apocalyptic world of Fallout. Seamlessly integrated into our Wave Link software, Pip-Boy Voice FX transforms your voice with a range of unique effects, all inspired by the iconic Pip-Boy device from the Fallout universe.

Pip-Boy Voice FX

by Elgato

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Voice Effects

Introducing Pip-Boy Voice FX, the ultimate voice modifier VST designed to immerse users in the post-apocalyptic world of Fallout. Seamlessly integrated into our Wave Link software, Pip-Boy Voice FX transforms your voice with a range of unique effects, all inspired by the iconic Pip-Boy device from the Fallout universe. Crafted for both dedicated Fallout fans and those seeking to explore post-apocalyptic realms, Pip-Boy Voice FX offers an array of presets, each designed to transport you to different corners of the wasteland. From the eerie echoes of the wasteland to the unsettling buzz of radiation, these presets allow for endless customization, ensuring that every voice call, live stream, and recording captures the essence of Fallout. Key Features: Immersive Design: Inspired by the iconic Pip-Boy, Pip-Boy Voice FX features a user-friendly interface designed to capture the essence of Fallout's lore. Versatile Effects: Choose from a range of presets, each offering unique effects such as signal drift, static, tape distortion, and radiation, allowing for unparalleled customization. Intuitive Controls: Easily navigate through different effects modules and presets using the intuitive navigation system, with options to adjust parameters such as age, noise floor, and radiation intensity. Seamless Integration: Pip-Boy Voice FX is seamlessly integrated into Wave Link, making installation and usage a breeze. Reset Functionality: Experiment with effects knowing that the reset button is always there to revert to the original preset, ensuring peace of mind while exploring new sounds. Whether you're broadcasting from the wasteland or simply adding a touch of post-apocalyptic flair to your recordings, Pip-Boy Voice FX empowers you to shape your voice and immerse yourself in the world of Fallout like never before.

Equalize

EQ made easy. With Equalizer, tune your microphone to fit your unique voice. Ditch the confusing numbers, knobs, and sliders of traditional EQs. Now, customize your highs and lows with ease in Wave Link — without ever sacrificing power. Whether you’re a beginner or pro, the Elgato EQ is the ultimate audio companion for streaming, podcasting, recording, and more.

Equalizer

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Equalizer

EQ made easy. With Equalizer, tune your microphone to fit your unique voice. Ditch the confusing numbers, knobs, and sliders of traditional EQs. Now, customize your highs and lows with ease in Wave Link — without ever sacrificing power. Whether you’re a beginner or pro, the Elgato EQ is the ultimate audio companion for streaming, podcasting, recording, and more. Why you’ll love this free voice effect: Love your microphone? Finetune its frequencies and sound even better. See your voice’s natural frequencies with real-time audio visualization. Easy to pick up and use, Equalizer is less intimidating than other EQs. It's ultra customizable, so you can control frequencies with pinpoint accuracy. Save and switch between presets, or import custom settings from Marketplace Makers. With just a few clicks, Equalizer installs to your Wave Link setup. As a VST3 plugin, it can be used in other DAW apps like Reaper, Ableton Live, and Cubase. Why use an equalizer? There are a number of reasons: An EQ raises or lowers volume for specific frequencies to produce clearer audio Adjust your lows to add bass and boom, adjust your highs to improve vocal clarity Reduce muddiness and nasally tones, or boost your warmth for a radio-like sound Filter out unwanted noise, like sibilance, with ease New to EQing? With the Elgato Equalizer, learn as you finetune: Frequency ranges have easy-to-identify labels, not just numeral values Turn on helper descriptions to better understand what each range is used for Play a short animated tutorial to learn how to manage bands A streamlined UI removes unnecessary knobs and sliders Love to customize? This EQ is loaded with tools to personalize your audio: Add up to 8 customizable bands Adjust integrated high pass, low pass, high shelf, and low shelf settings Finetune a frequency spectrum from 20 Hz up to 20 kHz Customize your gain using a range of -12 to 12 dB Ready to finetune your sound? Try Elgato EQ in Wave Link or your favorite DAW app and hear the difference. Check out presets now and explore the full potential with Elgato Equalizer.

Equalizer presets for Wave Link

Think of presets as audio shortcuts in Wave Link. They're ready-to-use settings that fine-tune your sound automatically. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been handling audio for a while but want an easier way to perfect it, presets help you get that studio-quality sound without all the fuss. Just choose a preset, and it instantly adjusts your tone and clarity, so your recordings and broadcasts sound incredible right away.

Wave:3 and Wave DX

Tailored specifically for Wave:3 or Wave DX, these preset by EposVox are the perfect fit. Both are designed to deliver optimal sound before applying Elgato's Compressor.

Wave 3

by EposVox

Pre-compression EQ profile for Elgato Wave:3. Use before Elgato Compressor for clean results with minimal to no EQ needed after. Note: To use this preset, please ensure you download the Elgato Equalizer audio effect (Windows | macOS) prior.

Wave DX

by EposVox

Pre-compression EQ profile for Elgato Wave DX. Use before Elgato Compressor for clean results with minimal to no EQ needed after. Note: To use this preset, please ensure you download the Elgato Equalizer audio effect (Windows | macOS) prior.

Starter EQ for Dynamic Mics

A universal solution designed for dynamic microphones. This preset enhances audio quality while offering a solid foundation to suit your style.

Starter EQ for Dynamic Mics

by Harris Heller

A basic EQ for anyone with a dynamic mic that just wants it to sound better. It will improve any dynamic mic on any voice but feel free to tweak to your own voice and your own style, you overachiever, you.

EQ for Female Vocal Range

Fine-tune for higher octave vocals for clarity and richness.

EQ for Female Vocal Range

by iLadyVic

This EQ helps add clarity and smoothness to female vocals and to those who identify in the higher octave vocal weight of 150Hz - 255Hz.

Discover more

Elgato Marketplace continuously evolves, regularly introducing new presets and VSTs that push the boundaries of what Wave Neo can achieve. This ever-growing library ensures your audio setup remains at the cutting edge.

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