{"id":11974,"date":"2026-10-21T05:04:51","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T03:04:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.brokenmount.com\/bm\/2026\/10\/21\/go-handheld-or-clip-on-with-this-new-elgato-wireless-microphone-system\/"},"modified":"2026-10-21T05:04:51","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T03:04:51","slug":"go-handheld-or-clip-on-with-this-new-elgato-wireless-microphone-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brokenmount.com\/bm\/2026\/10\/21\/go-handheld-or-clip-on-with-this-new-elgato-wireless-microphone-system\/","title":{"rendered":"Go Handheld or Clip-On With This New Elgato Wireless Microphone System"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nofilmschool.com\/media-library\/elgato-wave-go-wireless-microphone-system.jpg?id=68459627&amp;width=2000&amp;height=1500&amp;coordinates=160%2C0%2C160%2C0\"><\/p>\n<p>While it may seem like a small addition to your filmmaking or content creation workflow, a solid microphone can greatly improve your audio recording. Sure, smartphones and cameras have decent built-in mics these days, but once you\u2019ve used audio gear tailored for audio, and not video, you\u2019ll never want to go back.<\/p>\n<p>The trick is finding the right system that works for you. And luckily, if you have different recording needs, even on a budget, there are options. This new Elgato Wave Go wireless microphone system offers plenty of versatility, and it retails for under $100. Let\u2019s check it out.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3>The Elgato Wave Go Wireless Microphone System<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"rm-shortcode\" data-rm-shortcode-id=\"a64fd0098ae75eb5e7a874e3d2ab3cbf\" style=\"display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"auto\" lazy-loadable=\"true\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jnvIVPPMvRg?rel=0\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;\" width=\"100%\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p>A pretty simple yet versatile solution for audio recording, this new Wave Go from Elgato works as one wireless microphone, but with two ways to use it: clip-on and handheld, for your mobile device or laptop when recording interviews, podcasts, and livestreams.<\/p>\n<p>It achieves this versatility with a USB-C plug-in receiver unit, a clip-on transmitter with a built-in microphone, and a Smart Handle that turns the transmitter into a handheld mic.<\/p>\n<p>The unit comes with a charging case too, so you can store and recharge it easily, plus the transmitter can also be attached to your subject via a magnetic clip or plate, which can then deliver broadcast-quality audio to your receiver from up to 32.8&#8242; away via 2.4 GHz.<\/p>\n<h3>Price and Availability<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"rm-shortcode\" data-rm-shortcode-id=\"994928258acd0e1a01285846d4adcf62\" style=\"display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"auto\" lazy-loadable=\"true\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5WY1wpKGFZ8?rel=0\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;\" width=\"100%\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Overall, this is a solid wireless microphone system that stands out for its flexibility in different shooting situations and its decently low price point. If you\u2019d like to learn more, here are the full specs and purchase options.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>For Live Streaming &amp; Content Creation<\/li>\n<li>USB-C Plug-In Receiver<\/li>\n<li>Clip-On Transmitter with Built-In Mic<\/li>\n<li>32.8&#8242; Transmission Range<\/li>\n<li>Smart Handle Turns Transmitter Handheld<\/li>\n<li>Adjust Gain &amp; Noise Suppression via App<\/li>\n<li>8-Hour Battery Life, Charging Case<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Elgato Wave Go Wireless Microphone System for Mobile Devices<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"rm-shortcode\" data-rm-shortcode-id=\"67d40bd73091f7d0a02a0629fc2bac2f\" data-rm-shortcode-name=\"rebelmouse-image\" id=\"f2327\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/nofilmschool.com\/media-library\/image.jpg?id=68459385&amp;width=980\"><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>Wave Go Wireless Microphone System<\/strong> from <strong>Elgato<\/strong> functions as both a clip-on and a handheld microphone system for your mobile device or laptop when recording interviews, podcasts, and livestreams. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Author: Jourdan Aldredge<br \/>\nThis article comes from <i>No Film School<\/i> and can be <a href=\"https:\/\/nofilmschool.com\/elgato-wave-go-wireless-microphone-system\" target=\"_blank\"><b>read on the original site.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While it may seem like a small addition to your filmmaking or content creation workflow, a solid microphone can greatly improve your audio recording. 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