Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 17 hours ago
Learn how to improve microphone audio quality using WaveLink 3.0 (now free). EQ, compression, and noise removal for streaming, YouTube, and podcasts.
In this step-by-step tutorial, I break down how to use WaveLink 3.0, the now-free audio software from Elgato, to improve microphone sound using EQ, compression, and noise removal. These audio processing techniques help make any microphone sound clearer and more professional for streaming, YouTube videos, podcasts, and content creation. This workflow works with USB and XLR microphones, including budget microphones and high-end microphones, and can be applied in WaveLink, OBS, Streamlabs, and other streaming software to achieve clean, consistent audio without distortion or robotic artifacts.
The Mic I used in the Video (affiliate)
FiFine AM8 — amazon.com/dp/B0C74G9RLH?ref=t_ac_spc_accepted_tile&linkCode=tr1&tag=darkenedcyr06-20&linkId=B0C74G9RLH_1772240453256
FYI - it's out of Beta and a full program now!
Elgato Wave 3.2 Download (affiliate) - elgato.sjv.io/9VErde
Video Links -
Your Perfect EQ for Stream in Under 10 Minutes! (Beginner Friendly) - youtu.be/XNSvbjxLDpg
How to Set Up a Compressor for your Microphone in OBS (Reaper Plugins) - youtu.be/pbTnN9gk8YU
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Twitch - twitch.tv/darkenedcyrus
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Channel Started - 7/12/2019
YouTube Partner Program - 11/7/2020
10k Subs - 7/18/2022
20k Subs - 3/13/2024
Chapters
0:00 Intro – Make Any Microphone Sound Better
0:37 Why EQ & Compression Matter (Any Mic)
1:02 What Is WaveLink 3.0? (Now Free)
2:12 Installing Plugins & Signal Chain Basics
4:18 Compressor Setup (Even, Consistent Voice)
6:26 EQ Basics (Shape Your Voice Properly)
10:32 Noise Removal (Avoid Robotic Audio)
Learn how to improve microphone audio quality using WaveLink 3.0 (now free). EQ, compression, and noise removal for streaming, YouTube, and podcasts.
In this step-by-step tutorial, I break down how to use WaveLink 3.0, the now-free audio software from Elgato, to improve microphone sound using EQ, compression, and noise removal. These audio processing techniques help make any microphone sound clearer and more professional for streaming, YouTube videos, podcasts, and content creation. This workflow works with USB and XLR microphones, including budget microphones and high-end microphones, and can be applied in WaveLink, OBS, Streamlabs, and other streaming software to achieve clean, consistent audio without distortion or robotic artifacts.
The Mic I used in the Video (affiliate)
FiFine AM8 — amazon.com/dp/B0C74G9RLH?ref=t_ac_spc_accepted_tile&linkCode=tr1&tag=darkenedcyr06-20&linkId=B0C74G9RLH_1772240453256
FYI - it's out of Beta and a full program now!
Elgato Wave 3.2 Download (affiliate) - elgato.sjv.io/9VErde
Video Links -
Your Perfect EQ for Stream in Under 10 Minutes! (Beginner Friendly) - youtu.be/XNSvbjxLDpg
How to Set Up a Compressor for your Microphone in OBS (Reaper Plugins) - youtu.be/pbTnN9gk8YU
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We are an Elgato Ambassador! Get a discount when you order your favorite Elgato products with my link! elgato.sjv.io/aOdJZR
Are you a Console Streamer? Then you need Lightstream!
golightstream.com/darkenedcyrus
Discount Code: DarkenedCyrus (25% off 3 months!)
We are an AVerMedia Partner! Go check out their AWESOME Inventory and get an exclusive discount with my coupon code!
Code: Cyrus
Link: sdqk.me/bPFV6hdj/9f8lj0GW
------------------------------------
Check out my website to book 1 on 1 Coaching, editing services, and more! https://www.darkenedcyrus.live
Join The Darkness Discord! discord.gg/ftRsYvq
------------------------------------
Check out my website! - darkenedcyrus.com
BRANDS! Here's my Media Kit - https://darkenedcyrus.live/mediakit
------------------------------------
Come Watch My Stream!
Twitch - twitch.tv/darkenedcyrus
------------------------------------
Socials
Twitter - twitter.com/DarkenedCyrus
Instagram - instagram.com/DarkenedCyrus
------------------------------------
Channel Started - 7/12/2019
YouTube Partner Program - 11/7/2020
10k Subs - 7/18/2022
20k Subs - 3/13/2024
Chapters
0:00 Intro – Make Any Microphone Sound Better
0:37 Why EQ & Compression Matter (Any Mic)
1:02 What Is WaveLink 3.0? (Now Free)
2:12 Installing Plugins & Signal Chain Basics
4:18 Compressor Setup (Even, Consistent Voice)
6:26 EQ Basics (Shape Your Voice Properly)
10:32 Noise Removal (Avoid Robotic Audio)
