At a glance
| Type | Mounts & Stands |
|---|---|
| Works With | Any microphone with a standard thread |
| Connect | Threaded mic mount |
- Model Wave Mic Arm LP
- Released 2021
ElgatoLast updated on November 2026
Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP Review
- Fits Wave and third-party mics
- All-day repositioning
- Black finish
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Overview
The Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP is a low-profile desk boom arm that holds a microphone in front of you while staying below your eyeline and out of your webcam shot.
- Low-profile arm clears monitors
- Desk clamp mount
- Hidden cable channels
- Standard mic threads
Key Takeaways
- Puts dynamics and condensers at speaking distance
- Keeps the camera FOV clear
- Tidies the USB cable
Best For
- MV7+ and Wave:3 desks
- Camera-friendly mic placement
- Cable-tidy hybrids
Avoid If
- You only use a headset
- Your desk has no clamp edge
Pros & Cons
The Wave Mic Arm LP is the best way to get a desk microphone close to your mouth without it appearing in your video. It clamps firmly, routes cables neatly and moves quietly. Very heavy mics or tall reach needs suit a traditional arm better.
PROS
- Low-profile arm clears monitors
- Desk clamp mount
- Hidden cable channels
- Standard mic threads
CONS
- Mic sold separately
- Clamp needs a real desk edge
- Springs need correct counterbalance for heavy mics
Review Scores
Score Breakdown
8.0/10 Expert Score
- Primary Output Performance8.3/10
- Build & Desk Ergonomics8.3/10
- Universal Compatibility5.9/10
- Setup & Installation9.3/10
How this score is calculated
Each criterion is the weighted average of its available spec scores (0–10) from our Accessories scoring matrix. Empty specs are skipped, not scored as 0. The Expert Score is the weighted average of the scored criteria, shown out of 10; stars = Expert Score / 20, rounded to the nearest half star. Not scored for this product (it doesn't apply, or the published specs don't cover it): Software Suite & Automation. Its weight is shared by the other criteria.
| Criterion | Weight | From specs | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Output PerformanceAccessory Type (Lighting, Mounts & Stands, Docks & Hubs, Capture, Backdrops, Other): Mounts & Stands → 7.0; Max Load: 2 → 8.0; Mount Type: Desk clamp (desk plate sold separately) → 9.0; Height Adjustment: 740 mm horizontal reach → 10.0; Tilt / Swivel: Yes (full rotation at the base) → 10.0; Key Features: Low-profile design → 6.5; Materials: Metal → 8.0 | 47% | 8.3 | 8.3 |
| Build & Desk ErgonomicsMaterials: Metal → 8.5; Mount Type: Desk clamp (desk plate sold separately) → 8.0 | 24% | 8.3 | 8.3 |
| Software Suite & Automation | — | No software expected for this accessory type | N/A |
| Universal CompatibilityConnection: Threaded mic mount → 6.0; Mount Thread: Standard mic thread with adapter → 5.0; Compatible Devices: USB and XLR microphones → 7.0 | 18% | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Setup & InstallationTool-Free Setup: Yes → 10.0; Plug and Play: Yes → 10.0; In the Box: Arm, desk clamp, mounting hardware → 9.0; Mount Type: Desk clamp (desk plate sold separately) → 7.0 | 12% | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| Expert Score | 8.0/10 | ||
Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP Review
Elgato introduced the Wave Mic Arm LP in 2021 for streamers who wanted a boom arm without a tall spring arm in shot. Instead of rising above the monitor, it runs low across the desk and holds the mic just below the camera’s view.
Primary Output Performance 8.3/10
The defining feature is the low profile. Because the arm stays under your monitor’s bottom edge, nothing crosses your face on camera, and the mic can still sit close.
Getting close to the mic improves the signal-to-noise ratio, as the Shure polar-pattern guide explains for directional mics. A closer mic picks up more voice and less room.
It also rotates fully at the base, so you can push it aside when you are typing, eating at the desk or simply not on a call.
- Type Mounts & Stands
- Max Load 2 kg
- Mount Desk clamp
- Height 740 mm horizontal reach
Build & Desk Ergonomics 8.3/10
The arm is metal with internal tension, so there are no exposed springs to twang or show on camera. Joints are smooth and hold position without slipping.
It moves silently, which matters if you adjust it during a call. Traditional spring arms often creak or ping through a sensitive condenser, while this one stays quiet.
Cable channels along the arm hide the mic cable, which keeps the desk tidy and stops the cable from tugging the mic out of position.
- Materials Metal
- Mount Desk clamp
Universal Compatibility 5.9/10
The standard mic thread fits Elgato Wave mics and most third-party USB and XLR microphones, including the Shure MV7+ and Wave:3 MK.2.
Heavy broadcast dynamics such as the Shure SM7B are near the practical limit, so check the weight before buying. Lighter USB mics are an ideal match.
The arm works with any desk thickness the clamp covers. Glass desks, thin shelves and desks with a lip at the back edge need the desk plate or some extra padding.
- Connect Threaded mic mount
- Thread Standard mic thread with ad…
Setup & Installation 9.3/10
A desk clamp fits most desktops, and Elgato sells a separate desk plate for surfaces where clamps do not work. Assembly takes a few minutes, and the mic screws onto a standard thread.
Position the clamp beside your keyboard so the arm reaches across. Bring the mic in at chin height from the side, about a hand’s width away, and it stays out of your webcam frame.
Tension may need adjusting for heavier mics. Spend a minute balancing it so the mic does not drift up or down.
- Tool-Free Yes
- In Box Arm
- Mount Desk clamp
Value
Elgato lists the Wave Mic Arm LP at $99.99. That is more than generic spring arms, but less than premium broadcast arms, and the silent action and clean look justify it.
For anyone on daily video calls with a desk mic, it is a better upgrade than a new microphone. A good mic placed well sounds better than an expensive mic left at arm’s length.
If you do not mind the mic in shot, a standard arm such as the Rode PSA1 is cheaper and taller.
Full Specifications
General
| Best For | Desk USB microphone placement |
|---|---|
| Accessory Type (Lighting, Mounts & Stands, Docks & Hubs, Capture, Backdrops, Other) | Mounts & Stands |
| Release Year | 2021 |
| Brand Compatibility | Elgato Wave and most third-party microphones |
| Use Case | Low-profile mic boom arm |
Compatibility
| Works With | Any microphone with a standard thread |
|---|---|
| Connection | Threaded mic mount |
| Plug and Play | Yes |
| Compatible Devices | USB and XLR microphones |
| Max Load | 2 kg |
Features
| Key Features | Low-profile design, internal tension, cable channels, full rotation |
|---|---|
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 740 mm horizontal reach; lower-arm desk clearance 70 mm; upper-arm desk clearance 160 mm |
| Tilt / Swivel | Yes (full rotation at the base) |
| Mount Type | Desk clamp (desk plate sold separately) |
Design & Build
| Materials | Metal |
|---|---|
| Tool-Free Setup | Yes |
| Colors | Black, White |
| Foldable / Portable | No |
| Mount Thread | Standard mic thread with adapter |
| Cable Management | Yes (cable channels) |
In the Box
| In the Box | Arm, desk clamp, mounting hardware |
|---|
Identifiers
| Model Number | Wave Mic Arm LP |
|---|
Product Details
| Brand | Elgato |
|---|---|
| Model | Wave Mic Arm LP |
| Model number | 10AAN9901 |
| Release year | 2021 |
Price Comparison
| Store | Price | Deal |
|---|---|---|
| Elgato.comOfficial Elgato store | See price | View deal (opens in a new tab) |
The Verdict
I’d pick the Wave Mic Arm LP for anyone who wants a close mic and a clean webcam shot. It pairs especially well with a light USB mic like the Elgato Wave:3 MK.2.
FAQs
What does LP mean?
Low profile. The arm stays below your monitor and out of your webcam shot.
Will it fit my microphone?
Yes for most mics. It uses a standard thread and fits Elgato Wave mics and most third-party USB and XLR models.
Can it hold a Shure SM7B?
It can, but heavy broadcast mics are near the practical limit, so set tension carefully.
Does it clamp to any desk?
It clamps to most desks. Elgato sells a desk plate for surfaces that cannot take a clamp.
Is it quiet when moved?
Yes. Internal tension avoids the creaks and pings of exposed springs.
Does it manage cables?
Yes. Cable channels run along the arm.
How much does it cost?
Elgato lists it at $99.99.
Can I swing it out of the way?
Yes. It rotates fully at the base.
