Abusing Airbrushes at EVERY Price Point (to find the BEST)

[@Miniac]

Thank you guys for recommending my video!! Really appreciate that 😊

[@McWerp]

It was the video I watched back when I got into airbrushing. Very useful video thank you for making it!

[@PoYi-fi1zt]

Can we get a link?

[@jarvis1508]

Thanks for making it - explained everything beautifully

[@Vladimir-DG1337]

Thank you for making the video.

[@royart4781]

Thank you for making that video

[@Genericwizardguy]

The brutality from Borellio cutting in a piece of out of focus footage the moment Brad says it's in focus.

[@Weolyn]

Pretty sure the man was just taking the piss and blurred it himself ! Ahahah

[@TheBeasteri]

Berilio makes this whole show with his sarcastic editing lol

[@DnBGolf]

​@@Weolyn quick blur filter to flex on Brad lol

[@DnBGolf]

I can't afford a compressor, can I just blow through the hose with my mouth?

[@DnBGolf]

Ewww, Brad is a dirty lefty?

[@jorgemontero6384]

People will complain less about how loud a compressor can be when the cicadas use 'Shadow in the Warp', and deliver 90 decibels the moment you are anywhere near a tree.

[@timvanharen3928]

The growth in your ability to sell out has been enormous, I'm really proud of you all. A few months back they needed Bricky to do it, and now they are just bullying rich people into buying their merch.

[@Xanthelei]

The bit where the guy with the college degree and a high likelihood of having lab time where fume hoods are serious business has to argue with the manager about if a fume hood has to vent to somewhere or not has serious "big company daily conversation" vibes and cracked me up.

[@pskry]

Borellio deserves a medal for the illustration.

[@AceTaxiaGaming]

I applaud his ristraint for not giving it balls

[@ianderk6527]

I am upset that he DIDN’T add balls

[@AceTaxiaGaming]

@@ianderk6527 of course that's the comment Brad likes

[@Bluecho4]

Yes. Thank you Berilio.

[@cpom5075]

Dying to see you guys continue your series on building a better combat patrol box especially after the Sororitas reveal

[@stotgunvsface5092]

Or the GSC box that ruins the affordability of the army...

[@sheepys551]

@@stotgunvsface5092 honestly, the new GSC is still above average, considering it has 1 kit more than others, it just cant compare to the goat that came before.

[@C0ldramen]

@@sheepys551it’s a terrible representation of the army though. Sure maybe it’s better then the rest but it doesn’t even include any Neophytes, the basis of our army no matter what style you are running

[@sheepys551]

@@C0ldramen honestly, its weird that it doesnt include neophytes but im not going to say its anywhere near that sisters box for not having them.

[@misterdiesel3702]

Brad: Ew, I’m fat! Me: Ew, he’s left-handed! (Thank you for finally putting this episode out!)

[@Haste444]

As a left handed individual I'm offended by this. Love you.

[@TheBaxterProject0]

@@Haste444 Ditto

[@capt.cheesecake6875]

Brother uughh!

[@jwebcoding7289]

@@Haste444It’s not our fault you’re an affront to God’s plan.

[@Haste444]

@@jwebcoding7289 true, I am a bearer of plagues, I gave your family ligma

[@galeguin4815]

I've painted almost three armies and my friend has been yelling at me to buy an airbrush finally. He sent me this video within 30 minutes of it being posted and I have never felt more judged. LOL. Anyways...I am now the owner(within 3-5 business days) of an air brush. thanks brad and eric for making me spend money finally.

[@discopete117]

Which one did you get

[@robynlarkin9720]

Good for you!

[@galeguin4815]

@@discopete117 I ended up picking up the Neo :D

[@Vladimir-DG1337]

Same here. Finally broke down and got an Eclipse. Thank you for the video, gentlemen.

[@arandomlostsoul753]

Hope it's worked out well for you and you're painting faster and better now :)

[@theshamurai32]

Is this the episode where I learn not to paint like a caveman? Possibly.

[@thepoorhammerpodcast]

I am a caveman and I paint like this. I'd say you'll instead learn how nicely a caveman can paint.

[@Jfk2Mr]

Including full blown free-hand of all those horses and bisons?

[@SeanHoltzman]

Cave man learning starts with not smashing the brush against the model too hard after overloading the brush because you dont get tactile feedback from it - caveman painter slowly getting better

[@DnBGolf]

"Ung like bristle stick. Ung no like wooshy rod."

[@kyubimage9526]

Honestly I think the airbrush is an essential tool if you live in a humid area. No need to worry about the weather to be perfect (4 days of the year) to prime your models.

[@BloodWolfXZ]

Pff. Cowards, unwilling to fill your small bedroom with spray paint fumes and propellant.

[@Boljarin]

Using a painting respirator is still recommended, you can develop something called 'painters lung' because the paint particles can adhere to your lungs. If that builds up enough you are in trouble.

[@arandomlostsoul753]

This 100%. Breathing in aerosolized particles isn't healthy.

[@BloodWolfXZ]

Definitely this. Even solid, non-reactive particles are bad to have in your lungs. You're supposed to wear a mask in a dust/sand storm for a very good reason. You don't need a full on Darth Vader paint respirator, just an n95 should be fine. And do vent your cardboard box outside, don't be an animal. Put the box itself in the windowsill if you have to.

[@tankmlee]

one question for you can you find a single cancer case linked to miniature quality acrylic paint? ill wait

[@Boljarin]

@@tankmlee there are more ways to reduce your quality of life, and even die, than just cancer. Google "painters lung and lung emphysema" to learn more about painters lung and what it can cause. If you want to keep spraying without an painting respirator that's on you, but information should be out there that it's not without risk. Even if you just use acrylic paints. The quality of paints doesn't matter because the airbrush turns the paint into a particle mist that wants to adhere to stuff, that's the whole point. Your lungs are not immune to this. At the very least use a high quality dust mask. But $$$ wise a good quality 3M painting mask is cheaper than a box of Flayed Ones these days. You would be shocked to see how quickly the filters on a 3M turn dark because all the paint it catches.

[@goobert8921]

​@tankmlee are you implying that huffing paint is OK so long as it's water based

[@insufficientdata0247]

They talked about this tangentially but PLEASE don’t use an airbrush outside in 103 degree weather with a humidity of “the air is just hot water”. This is from personal experience.

[@hpenvy1106]

What happened?

[@corbingovers7559]

​@hpenvy1106 it screws with the paint and you need another water trap (2 at minimum). Also really easy to get a heat injury due to wet bulb temps.

[@Uragaans_Chin]

Oh, I just spray primer from the can directly into the well of the airbrush whenever I need to prime something

[@rasmusbjerrum3974]

Hol up, so when you use a toilet, do you use the cistern instead of the actual bowl?

[@Koehfurn]

we’re poorhammer guys, of course we take upper-deckers

[@duckrutt]

Yup. Rattle can is already the right consistency. Usually.

[@kiwitwin478]

I purchased an airbrush a year or so ago and still haven’t used it out of fear of not cleaning it right but now after watching, Screw it! I’m gonna try it out and try to level up my skills! If Eric can do it so can I!!!

[@YouWinAFREEiPOD]

If you have bought a Combat Patrol in the past 2 to 3 years, then you can afford an airbrush. In fact, you could have already bought two Badger airbrushes at that price. (Though ideally you just bought one and then the Air compressor unit to use)

[@olive3365]

Borellio absolutely cooked Brad at 29:16. I love the random editing bits he added to this one like the previously mentioned in focus while showing out of focus footage, but the little things like the sniper when Brad broke the model's leg was funny and creative too. Good work, great episode as always everyone!

[@BlueBoy0]

Sniper at 28:47 for anybody who missed it

[@blakestewart7533]

This has to be the most useful hobby video i have ever watched. Thank you so much for this.

[@tylerbarker2684]

I’ve found it very difficult to find any information about good compressors, they always seem to be an afterthought. Thanks for the recommendation, gonna have to give it a shot

[@MikeScarbro]

The Iwata Eclipse HP-CS is my daily driver and I have zero complaints. It's an excellent airbrush and I've had no problems using it for going on 5 years now. In fact, I also bought a H&S Infinity a couple of years ago and I prefer the Iwata. It's less fussy than the Infinity, but it isn't as good for detail work. I would heartily recommend the Iwata Eclipse as a starter airbrush to anyone interested in trying it out.

[@ZaphodBeeblebrox-sy8ey]

I drive a cab, and I listen to podcasts while doing so because radio stations suck. I was listening to this episode when I picked up a painter - paint smearedwhite clothes, and all - from the casino. He didn't say much on the ride to the office he was remodeling/living in(?), but at the end, when he got out, he slurred, "Airbrushin' ain't nothin'. You're better off just buying the thousand dollar one and getting it over with." So, there you have it, folks. Advice from a real-life professional painter.

[@nuclearfishing4354]

Respiratory therapist here. You should properly set up and use a fume hood, for the exact reasons he stated. Yes the paint is dry. It floats through the filter, through the fan blades, and through the papertowel. It then enters the air, and floats in the air, for you or others to inhale. And that is bad. Use a respirator, and a fume hood if inside.

[@khanayudash2475]

You absolutely should get a compressor with a tank - I actually use a Kobalt compressor from Lowes. It's a little louder than an airbrush compressor, but really solid for the price (and for the pressure it hits). Built in regulator, and the tank helps deal with water in the line if you happen to be in a humid environment, while also giving you more consistent pressure

[@khanayudash2475]

To be clear, the tank holds 120 PSI, the regulator drops that from 120 in the tank to 25-35 at the brush while I work. Also highly recommend a particuulate filter for every compressor, most airbrush compressors come with one already attached, shop style ones generally don't, they cost less than $10.

[@vegardklausen5525]

fresh pod while i finish work is a thrill. looking forward to listening as my airbrush attempts have always given me headache, especially after that first use and clean

[@Boshea241]

In case it doesn't get covered in the episode. WEAR A FUCKING MASK! . Even with a fume hood. Also surprising easy part to break is the trigger. Hard to hit it, but a bad drop and that snap easy.

[@TheGreatMilksteak]

If I want primer boogers for 3 days it's my damn choice.

[@krispykrisps7108]

1:30:19 Throw out my GW paint?!! No way! I don’t have the money to replace them with another brand because I spent it all on buying my GW paint!

[@FinxOmally]

Thanks guys for this video! Couple things to add from experience. - I never use an extraction hood personally, so anyone worried about space, you don’t have to worry too much. As every drop of paint is dry within about 18in from the nozzle. Benefits of living somewhere with low humidity, HOWEVER you will need to vacuum the area the day after and you will notice a fine soot in the colours you were using. Use this information as you will. - Remember, if unsure about what airbrush you want and are considering investing. Buying a pretty nice one will allow you to resell at a decent price to recoup your money if you drop the hobby or really don’t like airbrushing for some reason. I went for the Harder and Steenbeck Ultra 2024, as has all the fancy notches Brad was talking about (and are pretty meh at best) but it will not let you skip the L shape movement they talked about which can cause clogs. And was $150. Luckily I really liked it so don’t have to sell it. - Buy a nozzle cleaning kit. They’re dirt cheap and save an insane amount of time, it’s pretty much a nozzle shaped blade that will scoop out any gunk or dried paint from not quite flushing 100% out in your last session within the nozzle, handy for when you’re starting as you will likely block it at some point. Some people just use the needle to try and scrape out or shove the blockage through the tip, but that’s risking damaging something. They cost $6 on Amazon and commonly bundled with the cleaning pot Brad recommends as a nice stand (I have that pot too and also use it as a nice stand) I just need to learn how to use it for finer details, but it all takes time.

[@UriskOfTheFae]

Yes! The nozzle cleaning needle has been invaluable to me. It's also super useful, for this with Iwata airbrushed, to have one with the notch for taking the nozzle on and off to avoid shearing the dummy delicate threads (and proceeding to throw a hissy fit over the thing for three weeks afterwards. Totally not still salty about my own mistakes.)

[@BeachBallBill]

@40:00 Regarding having something block your hand from going back too far to have too much paint go through, H&S made the ULTRA which as an external collar you can move around with different allowances for the trigger to go back. So you could buy the newest ULTRA and then use the collar to control your trigger pull for fine detail, priming, etc.

[@onebillionlol]

The sniper rifle coming in when Brad breaks the leg off that model was amazing

[@stevesanderson4371]

I've got one of those cheap air brushes. "Kill me" is all I'm gonna hear now when it's on. Fantastic.

[@dyslexichitman]

When I was young, I built and painted model airplanes and tanks with my dad, occasionally using his syphon air brush. Now I use that same compressor with an Iwata Eclipse, its probably a 25+ year old compressor. I cant quite dial in the PSI appropriately, but I think its shooting my paint at 20+ psi, this being my key issue in my setup. This wonderful discussion made it clear; yeah, I need a new compressor. Thanks for a comprehensive guide and discussing differences between the cheap and up airbrushes!

[@complexhero5064]

59:00 Eric sounds like he also came from a household where the kids had "play clothes" and "school clothes". Good planning. Also Dawn Powerwash sprayable dish soap is good for hobbyist hand cleanup. Gets primer and even stuff like engine grease off your hands super effectively

[@rasmusbjerrum3974]

I think airbrush is a pretty cool brush. He paints knights and doesn't affraid of ghost ark

[@Foxhull]

Regarding fume hood options - I picked up the smallest Wagner spray tent (which is still like 3 feet tall or something), shoved a spare box fan behind it and a cheap HVAC filter in front of that and then set up my station up in front of the same window that is my vent location for my printer (which is fully enclosed and ventilated because apartment). Was maybe $50 factoring in the box fan that I just...had sitting around. Half the price of a dedicated fume hood and still better than a cardboard box. That said, getting started a cardboard box with an old sheet on the ground is fine, I'd be more worried about having a cheap particle respirator or mask for when you varnish, metallics or do any oil stuff before a fume hood.

[@DavidVanCleef]

Dirty little secret - The Iwata Eclipse isn't actually made by Iwata - its made by a company in Japan called Fuso Seiki. The same company makes Mr Hobby and Tamiya-branded brushes in the same factory and probably on the same assembly lines.

[@michaelberg9344]

Just got roped into sigmar with the promise of wizard lizards this will hopefully save me so many headaches!

[@MehWhatever-uw9gc]

I bought a Chinese 20 dollar brush with its own crap compressor years ago. Still have it, still use it. Was using rattle cans before, and after several nightmare scenarios with varnishing(high humidity where I live), and just doing the math on the cost of Vallejo airbrush primer compared to even cheap hardware primers, was a no brainer.

[@Ben-fk9ey]

You can brush on Vallejo primer with no problems. It sounds like a taboo thing but I haven't had any negative effects from doing it.

[@GamingWolfGod]

I'm currently using some rando $60 Airbrush kit I got off Amazon. It's one of those generic no-brand ones but it seems solid. Found a working $80 aircompressor at a thrift shop for $12. Been rather happy with it.

[@badasbob4761]

My dirty secret, my painting desk is also my computer desk. I airbrush on that with my monitor directly behind. I prop a piece of cardboard behind my hobby mat and just crack on. I have never got any paint on anything other than the mat. You absolutely do not need an extractor hood.

[@blakestewart7533]

Last time i was this early Cadia stood

[@charlesfisher-kh5sw]

cadia still STANDS!

[@user-rv5mb4uu8e]

As a fellow guardsman, I do not claim this soldier

[@allknighter5791]

Too soon…

[@charlesfisher-kh5sw]

@@allknighter5791 CADIA STANDS!!!

[@Fantazy]

Started with an infinity. Never regretted it. Better to get the rolls as it's easier to clean, easier to operate, easier to maintain.

[@Thy_Lowlord]

I love that I ordered an airbrush and compressor online, waited a couple days and got it all set up yesterday, messed around with it and got a mini done, and I woke up this morning to this video. Oh I love how the universe works

[@TylerSantinelli]

You guys talking about putting the Eclipse back together got me, I do that every time. I'm glad I'm not the only one who's wound up with the button not pushing back up after a while, I'll have to oil it up. Happy to have the video, by the way, thumbs up.

[@Gakusangi]

I also started with a Youfu portable to practice airbrushing, that's amazing! I gifted it to my older brother after I upgraded my stuff. I DID do compressor to airbrush just to be sure that it had enough air pressure. Also, it's definitely got an airbrush by definition alone, Master I use now is so much better all around. My workhorse is still a Master G233 ($40), which is about as budget as you can get with an airbrush that isn't just "an airbrush by definition". I also use a Master Compressor with a 3 Liter tank and dual fans ($140 - $150). Between these two, you have everything you need, a working airbrush with 3 different needle/nozzle sizes, a hose, holsters and a adjustable air pressure that runs pretty quiet. The parts for the airbrush are also easily replaced in case of anything that happens, because for $12 you can get a whole new set of nozzles and needles. I do have the very same Neo, Hobby Lobby carries them and their replacement needles and nozzles. UPDATE: There's another contender, there's a NEOECO SJ83 Airbrush available on Amazon that's $40 and probably the best bang for your buck I've seen from any budget airbrush I've ever seen. I honestly want to just own one just so I have it as a workhorse that can almost anything with a little care and practice. I also built a DIY spray booth, I don't use anything that's particularly toxic, but I still encourage using a respirator, paint particles aren't fun in your lungs. I use a thinner and cleaner combo that was shared by Barbatos Rex, I like it a lot more than store bought thinners and store cleaners are TOXIC and hurt my lungs and made me dizzy. My little bro and I made the booth with a cheap, cardboard box, a headlamp, a furnace filter and a box fan. Grand total for most of it is like $25, the headlamp is the most expensive part. Don't get something like a California air compressor, it's all purpose, WAY more than you ever need for a hobby, has a lot more upkeep and no basic hookups for airbrushes since it'll do everything form airbrushing, to filling your tires to blowing the leaves off your driveway.

[@brotherturel352]

One of my favorite compresses are the larger quiet compressors from Husky etc. Ones that are used more so in garages for tools etc. It’s roughly 65 decibels but once it’s filled you’re going to spend a long time going through the two tanks before it has to fill again. I use the Husky 3320445 Much less humidity in the chamber etc since it’s constantly not running and getting hot etc.

[@user-bh6hn3qv8c]

Great video! I used my existing vent for my resin printers and just Y piped it out my window. Love the airbrush, but mainly just use it for priming and base coating.

[@UriskOfTheFae]

Eyyyy, me too!

[@RaptorianxdReviews]

The day has come, the prime deals day is here, and now the airbrush and the gubbins for it have been ordered, thanks so much for making it so easy for me! This is going to change everything about my painting

[@Texas_montantero]

As someone without an indoor space to airbrush at the moment, having one of the battery powered portable compressors that I can just walk outside with has been great. I bought one of the "nicer" Amazon airbrush kits and didn't have the problems of the youfu, but I only use the airbrush for priming and base coating so I'm not really pushing it.

[@deneskun.8587]

As a necron player Thank you from the bottom of my heart

[@ravenRedwake]

2:19 Northern Exile does that where he virtually shakes his fist at everything that uses an airbrush. It’s like “did somebody violate you with an airbrush wtf man.”

[@DotJus]

Yeah I noticed that… he is normally like “it’s your hobby” - provided your not using an airbrush.

[@Weed_Ghost]

He's a great channel if you think Black Templars are good workplace role models.

[@Forestxavier20]

"Brad used a tripod!" and all I can hear is Patrick going "We have technology!"

[@MGPW]

You said not to leave the airbrush soaking in alcohol, but people have been saying the same about my liver for years and I've done just fine.

[@Drax1949]

“Our footage is in focus”! Borellio: immediately selects or blurs out of focus footage. Well played

[@specialmeats]

I accidentally bent the tip of the .4 needle on my noname airbrush and very gently bent it back. It still works great. If you're scared of breaking your expensive airbrush, it's a lot harder to break than you think. This was the biggest thing for me to get over when I started - just the fear of USING the thing, haha.

[@aerynmusick4548]

That was a top-tier Patreon ad pivot by Brad. Professional grade.

[@midichlorianice]

Glad to hear yall talk about the infinity, it feels like the darling of the mini painting airbrush for good reason I love mine and it feels like the perfect endgame IF you want to start painting beyond simple priming and base coating. It shocked me how much more ergonomic an airbrush could actually be, that trigger is NICE (agreed that the lock isn't great, has only been useful for me for priming just to brain off very set a very far back lock so I can semi full blast the primer)

[@ErgonomicChair]

I got the squidmar 2024 Ultra from Harder and Steinbeck and its aaaamaaazing. Amazing tool. I have a NeoEco before that and it was fine too, but you feelt he quality in the H&S and it has a bunch of beginner friendly tools built into it. I haven't done PAINTING with it yet... but I use it for priming etc and I want actually do airbrush PAINTING soon.

[@LegalEagle3223]

Stumbled on your Pod by complete accident. The new space marine 2 game peeked my interest. And now I’m looking at the models and the table top. You guys have GREAT content. Please keep up the awesome work!!

[@idontknowwhatimdoingFX]

JUST got a Sotar 20/20 as a early father's day present. This is perfect timing!

[@dragonsmith9502]

My airbrush absolutely CARRIED my admech army and is currently carrying my Maggotkin of Nurgle, i love it so much even though it's just my same NEO that I've been using for two years and deep clean MAYBE once a month.

[@metagrossle]

Finally!! It is HERE!!!!

[@sheilasherret9596]

I bought the neo/brad compressor and primed my first minis today. Tomorrow i test paint schemes for my boys (either doing magenta or purple depending on how opaque this magenta is) and I am very excited.

[@BlueBoy0]

So how did it work out?

[@KiwiAlexJohnston]

Picked up my very first airbrush with a proper compressor with tank and a iwata knockoff style airbrush itself. Been to scared to use it yet and THIS is the video I needed to see before I got started.

[@nathanielborn3014]

Thank you for this video, I've had an airbrush for years but have never knew even the basics on how and why. Yes I could have gone out of my way to see other videos but I just really like your channel.

[@OdinBeckons]

I bought an Iwata Eclipse years ago, and the couple times I pulled it out I managed to gunk it up. I got too scared to try again, until last week I bought the cheap-ass one you guys recommended. Busted it out today, and basecoated three Knight skeletons in minutes. It cost me an extra $60, but removing the fear of hurting my more expensive airbrush was more than worth it.

[@SinPhi666]

Throwing out a recommendation for a mid-range airbrush, the GSI Creos Mr. Airbrush Procon Boy PS-289. Long name, $75. Has a flow valve which I love using and should buy a $5 tip protector with it so you can backflow. Basically a little cousin to the eclipse. A better buy than a masters or other Amazon special if you don't want to commit >$100

[@Mogwai0fPain66]

I wish I could like this video more than once! Y’all are awesome! Thank you so much for the help!! Just starting my 40k tabletop run, love the channel broskies!

[@leeksveeks4572]

I don’t have an air conditioner being British, but I do have a dehumidifier. Screw you Brad! 😂

[@kiwilover8]

On the enamel topic, if you can find some testors model master metallics they’re some of the best I’ve used, especially the chrome which is gorgeous and highly reflective and works amazing with GW contrasts

[@jamesn2830]

If this somehow makes people stop posting those annoying immature “unsubscribe because airbrush” comments I think it’ll benefit the hobby almost as much as more people learning how to airbrush lol.

[@andrewolsen9057]

Living in close proximity to others doesn’t mean you are not allowed to make noise. Just be polite and understanding. If they have a problem with you making 60 sec of honestly not that much noise to fill a small tank then I believe that THEY may be the problem, not you and your innocent hobby. Moral of the story, be nice to others, and if they are still assholes, then fuck em.

[@joelluedtke8680]

​@@games-wz7szyou can get compressors that make the same amount of noise as a cat purring

[@andrewolsen9057]

@@games-wz7szI agree with Joel, you sound like a person who enjoys bitching about problems on the internet more than finding solutions to problems. Best of luck friend. You’re capable of more than you know.

[@nasigoring1525]

Yes pls

[@tutubeater1]

Thank you for teaching me how to PROPERLY release the trigger on the airbrush especially since I've largely given up on airbrushing due to the frequent clogs! May try purchasing an eclipse now. Thanks!!!

[@koobsoon224]

I bought a Chinese airbrush for an equivalent of about $30 six or seven years ago (not in USA), and it did very well for all the years, considering I used it like a neanderthal for most of its life. I primed and base coated many tanks I did before I got into Warhammer and 1.5k of Salamanders SM with it. After all the years, I can't imagine priming and base coating without it. I'm seriously considering upgrading soon. Airbrushing is the way!

[@foodtrain8]

This video gave me the confidence to give it a try! I appreciate the reviews and links to the main components and small things too! Listened to the pod and then watched the video. Seeing it all really helped.

[@lorgor4eva]

Can confirm on not going for an expensive airbrush 1st. I have an ultra airbrush. I got the cult of paint airbrush, compressor, spray booth, etc. It was a gift from my wife as she's very supportive in my hobby & she came into a little inheritance & treated me as she knew I'd been thinking of an airbrush. I keep trying at using it, but I've had issues using it as a total novice. I'll keep at it, but sometimes I find it frustrating to use that it scares me off a little. The very least though so worth it to prime with & I'm sure I'll get my confidence up on it. Would highly recommend mid range 1st, though to learn with.

[@kevinirick1415]

I use a large 10 gal 120ish psi compressor. It works great. They have regulators that set the output pressure different than the tank pressure. I set the output at 55 psi. I have a 2nd regulator attached to my desk that I use to set the final pressure to 15-40 psi. Harder and Steenbeck infinity gang.

[@cptkrank6802]

12 years ago I bought my first airbrush, it was an Iwata kit with an oil free compressor (no maintenance) and a double action gravity feed .35mm airbrush (Eclipse), plus some books and paints. The whole thing was $400 CAD and there weren't many other options at the time, if I was buying today it could have been a lot cheaper. That said, it's still chugging along like a champ and I'm still using the original airbrush. I also bought a siphon feed airbrush (Neo) for doing priming, which was probably overkill but very useful when doing speedpaint projects. Water builds up in the line because the compressor gets hot, hot air holds more water. The line is colder than the compressor, so the air cools and water condenses out of the air inside the line. Be sure to blast the empty airbrush before you start using paint to get any condensed water out of it. What I recommend to people getting an airbrush: 1.) Filter mask > dust mask > no mask. Don't breathe the dust. 2.) Empty 17mm dropper bottles and tiny funnels (off Amazon) for mixing paint outside of the airbrush cup. They are cheap. I get stickers and write the formula on the bottle for future reference. 3.) Liquitex White Ink for zenithal pre-shading works way better than white paint. 4.) Don't forget your compressor needs to cool down occasionally. If it feels hot, stop. 5.) You need to thin paint way more than when using a regular brush. Like some paints I'll thin down 1:1 with water. Most paints it's like 1 part water 2 parts paint. Some brands come pre-thinned, but GW Air paints still need a bit of thinning.

[@Kjh14951]

I just bought one last night so this is perfect timing!

[@irishrelief6293]

I really wish you had looked at the H&S Ultra 2024. It's an absolute dream of a starter brush for $100. It has interchangeable parts with the other HS brushes, German engineering, a collar that is set up to teach a beginner how far to pull back (It has an open setting and you can remove it), is simply made so it's easy to clean, and has just been the best starter brush at the price point.

[@thelostlegion5163]

I use a pretty large compressor, you can add a pressure regulator to the outlet that your hose attaches too. Works like a charm.

[@samuelbravo1946]

I love the little addition at 20:35 it's so small, but i think it's so fun & adorable 😊

[@SamuraiMujuru]

Upgraded from a random cheapy to the H&S Ultra 2024 and that thing is a godsend. The settings dial makes things SO easy, and its just over a c-note, so comparatively "cheap" as far as high quality airbrushes go.

[@theWolfnMiniatures]

Great video! Together we can break the stigma of the airbrush. Another great option that was left off this is the Badger Sotar 2020. A little cheaper than the Iwata and has the control of the dials like the Infinity. I've heard a lot of good things.

[@browncaramelboba8408]

the problem of buying an airbrush isn't buying the airbrush itself. it required you to get many other things in order for an airbrush to work. you need a compressor to pump the air, the cleaner station to clean the airbrush, the airbrush station in order to prevent the paint to get into your respiratory system. This also not include the specific type of paint, flower and many other things. another important things to note is that airbrush willl and huge amounts of space from your room and your painting table which is why I have a problem dealing with airbrush since i didn't have an actual house and live in the condominium.

[@ArianneBlaire777]

I listened to the podcast version and they literally cover each of these bases throughout

[@Jfk2Mr]

Out of those, you realistically (if you intend to use water acrylics) need paint (brand and whether it's airbrush or brush optimised is irrelevant) airbrush + compressor (plus hose and connector if not included), pair of gloves (not required, but helps to keep hands clean, I use rubberised gloves from work), face mask (not those with separate filters, cheap one from construction store), few pipettes and plastic vodka shot "glasses" and two larger cups for paint mixing/thinning/cleaning, 0,5 L bottle of isopropyl alcohol (for cleaning purposes) and few cardboard sheets to catch whatever does not stick to model. No need for dedicated stations - they are nice, but you can do without them Though if you want to airbrush alcohol-based (or lacquers) paints, you better have that mask (preferably those with switchable filters) plus it's a good idea to leave window open (it's a good idea for any airbrushed paint, but especially lacquers and enamels). I have airbrush cleaner, but I use it as TET refills - for cleaning, I either use water with few drops of thinner or IPA

[@ANDELE3025]

Save cleaning station with ice cream box with water and a drop of dishsoap/winshieldwiper fluid (or just clean mostly particulate free water if you're lucky as i am to have it out of the tap). Respirator mask is good to have no matter what if you arent brush priming your minis. Paint depends, you can use regular acrylics for it with medalch and cheapest triol from local stores, but if you're paying for the brand paints the airbrush equivalents are literally the same price. Thinner and flow aid in turn are just mix of water with either alch, glycerol, acetone, citric acid (yes the powedered one for cooking) or butyl ethers which make up half of the industrial/wall and car paint cleaners (all of which are combined with most sold in 1l bottles cheaper than even a single "start painting" citadel pot set) at 2 to 10% of those to 80~90 water. Space is the real concern that is fully understandable.

[@micahbidlake9803]

If you already have space to paint minis you have space to airbrush. Most airbrush compressors will be medium-large toaster sized and can fit under the table, maybe propped up on a box or stool if your hose is short or if you have to change the psi a lot. There are spray booths out there that are collapsible, if you're real cheap and nasty like me you can even use an old pizza box to catch any excess paint. The case my airbrush came with is about the size of your average black library novel and I've added 2 extra needles + nozzles, an airbrush cleaning kit, a couple of eye droppers and there's still space.

[@mordecaitoth6703]

As a "slap chop" enthusiast with access to surprisingly good dollar store spray primer I rarely use my airbrush, tbh, but I can recommend The Army Painter Air range of paints because they work well as brush on paints too, particularly over a white zenithal, giving you great bang for your buck. Like Contrast paints AP Speed Paints work great through the airbrush too.

[@yungmalaria]

I got the Airbrush from your affiliate link last year to try it out. I didn’t do the best to maintain it so I was looking for a full setup eventually and have unironically been awaiting this video for a while now.

[@thepoorhammerpodcast]

Just to clarify, we don't have affiliate links anywhere. Just links to make things easier. We don't get anything for selling you on this stuff other than helping you find something you'll hopefully like.

[@Akiosama1009]

Sorry if this has been said before but H&S has put out a great starter airbrush that falls right between the Neo and the Eclipse. The Ultra 2024 is a brush which acts as sort of a teaching tool - having both a dial mechanism in the center of the brush which acts like a changeable locknut (to limit pullback for paint - the thing Brad didn’t like) that’s set up for “Prime”, “Base”, Highlight layers “I-III” (as well as a full pullback non-lock), as well as a lock in the trigger which prevents pullback for paint if the trigger isn’t pressed down for air. It may not be all necessary once those basics have been assimilated, but it’s a great brush for starting out, and it’s only $110 MSRP. (Also, saw a couple guys playing Horde Mode the other day down here in SoCal. It was awesome to see, especially with Orks as the Horde. 😁)

[@TheUltimateEel]

The Infinity is just THAT GOOD. This is the one time the German Small/Medium-sized enterprise meme actually holds up. It is just pure quality. It looks beautiful, it feels amazing, its easy to clean, the fit is great, its superb in your hand. You suddenly feel in control, you no longer feel the sort of surprise and randomness you get with worse ones. The Harder and Steenbeck Infinity is worth it and you cant change my mind.

[@sideswipe2615]

1:13:40 thanks for the heads up. I was about to pass on getting a compressor because I have one in my shop. I will be getting an actual airbrush compressor now.

[@kuroshine]

Thisnis my sign to finally setup my airbrush ingot for Christmas

[@arandomlostsoul753]

Did you do it yet?

[@kuroshine]

@arandomlostsoul753 I have the bench space laid out, but still need to run an extension cable to it. So like 60% setup lol

[@758richy]

The AK paints leaving a film is very interesting. I use mostly AK (3rd gen) paints through my airbrush and have never experienced this film. I'm interested if you're using the recommended AK thinner with the paints or another brand of thinner entirely. I'm still not convinced brand specific thinners make any difference, but as people seem to suggest it does matter for airbrushing, I've always used the recommended thinner for the paint. Maybe this actually does makes a difference? I've had films when using acrylic varnishes and then cleaning the airbrush with Isopropyl instead of rinsing with water first. But that was an easy lesson just wash with water first, then use iso, otherwise the iso will react with the varnish and turn to goop immediately. And a last quick tip, if you use flow improver with an airbrush, make sure it is AIRBRUSH flow improver. Flow improver made for brush work is designed to help paint stick together. This is counter to what an airbrush is trying to do to the paint, which is essentially blow it apart (atomise it.) The names are similar, but they have different chemistry and do not work the same!

[@Haste444]

Just grabbed one of those cheap airbrushes discussed and plan to use it as a learning tool going forward. Excited to test it and see what I can do going foward.

[@Cordeneaux87]

I have a "youfu" aquarium airbrush. I upgraded the actual airbrush to a harder/steinbeck pretty quick, but everything works just fine. I leave it permanently plugged in. I paint a TON of minis, and do some small scale commission painting. I do wish I could get the PSI up a bit for white paints, but otherwise it's fine. Everyone should own one (at least)

[@MrJDMBenji]

KZbin pleasantries for the most wanted episode 🙌🖌️

[@hpenvy1106]

38:48 I had a similar experience. I used my H&S Ultra, which is an affordable beginner airbrush targeted at beginners, when i touched a buddy's H&S Evolution. I actually had the same "revelation". The Evo is sooo much nicer and can you feel it.

[@CaPtainDaNkTraIn]

I've had an airbrush just sitting in my closet and this video has prompted me to bring it out and actually paint with it.

[@Krasshirsch]

I do airbrush without any box into the living room, just don't miss the model and you are golden ;)

[@lamicrobio...engros5427]

super excited to see your take on airbrushing! I started with a Yuofu, it did the trick until the airbrush fall appart (literally) then I switched for a kit with a small compressor in it (the size of two hard drive stacked up) and it does what I need. is it as good as a "normal" compressor? No, but it does what I need it to do, costed 90$ with a very nice airbrush in it, and solve the issues I would have with a normal/decent compressor (I live in a small appartment with paper fine wall and I do not go super duper crazy on my airbush technic, so it was a perfect compromise). EDIT : thank you guys and thanks Berilio !

[@TheGreatMilksteak]

Started on a crap Amazon electronic compressor, painted a ton of stuff with it no problem. Picked up a fancy electronic compressor in Japan, loving it. I have limited hobby space and I just don't feel like pushing for the real thing is worth the hassle for me

[@alexandermichels6022]

Thinking about picking up a cheap airbrush in the fall when it starts to get too cold to prime, this is helpful!

[@Tomc_vodslam]

This video has come at the perfect time. I have magnus the red sat in a box and was thinking of getting an airbrush as I cba to use brushes for such a big model. Learnt my lesson on my chaos knights with that one 😂

[@Ilikeavocados123]

Do a episode like this but about 3d printing