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Note: Wave Link has now been updated to version 3. This reimagining has all-new features and an improved interface overall. Wave Link 3 is free, and will also work with a wide variety of microphones, not just those from Elgato.
Low Latency Mode optimizes the Wave Link Game audio path to reduce latency for gaming.
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System requirements
These are the system requirements for enabling Low Latency Mode.
- Operating System
- Windows
- Wave Link 1.9 or newer
- Wave Link compatible device
What is low latency mode?
Low Latency Mode works by sending audio going to the Wave Link Game channel through a different audio path under the hood that is more direct, thus reducing latency otherwise added by Wave Link audio routing. Depending on system specifications and your unique configuration, audio latency may be reduced by up to 50%.
How to enable Low Latency Mode
1) Open the settings of the Wave Link Game Input.
2) Check the Low Latency Mode box.
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