Overrated and Underrated YouTube/Twitch Gear

Here is a short list of some of my favorite things I've purchased and some.. less favorite things.
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Links (most are affiliate links):
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C-stand wheels: amzn.to/3E6JSFq
Stream Deck: amzn.to/3O38i7A
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
01:38 - StreamBeats is so freaking good
02:25 - Let's Begin
03:26 - Shotgun Mics
05:18 - SM7b
06:31 - Skillshare Account
07:24 - A Logo
08:20 - WHEELS!
09:36 - Third Monitor
10:25 - Elgato Stream Deck
12:15 - A Good Camera
15:02 - Sub Mixes
16:37 - Overlays
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Description tags, yo: Tech, gear, microphone, cameras, dynamic, Shure, condenser,
Thanks For Watching!
#Streaming #KZbin #Gear

[@Senpai]

Favorite underrated or overrated gear down that I missed.. put it down below and tell me why

[@DiNelsonX]

and i don't have neither 😢

[@ak_kalmar]

Gaming chairs. I think you can tell which category it falls in.

[@3dguys518]

@@ak_kalmar went from a gaming chair to a Steelcase Leap V2 and my entire body has thanked me

[@BradlyFC]

Underrated: the Switchpod that was briefly shown 😂. My camera has literally lived on that thing for so long now lol.

[@xasadore]

I was really surprised when you revealed your thoughts about a third monitor. I just recently thought about why people would want/need a third monitor, i wouldn't know how to fill the space and did know that tis is an unusual opinion!

[@PressStartToLaugh]

As a content creator for 10 years, yes on the Shotgun mics being underrated. For YEARS I used a shotgun mic on my streams. I switched to a dynamic mic when I moved my stream setup to a different, more echoey room, but I've missed my shotgun mic ever since.

[@RebakaChan]

I think the most overrated item is the Blue Yeti. You can get a better sounding mic for the same or less money. That, and nearly every yeti that either I or my friends have owned has broken in just a few years.

[@griffith3461]

My Yeti somehow survives seven years later... Don't use it much now and it is visibly dented and damaged. Damn I need to hug that little guy.

[@Patadude100]

If my blue yeti survives for a few years, then fair enough honestly.

[@CrackedZac]

What would cause a mic to break?? It just sits there

[@seza9240]

@@CrackedZac not enough excersize

[@rusty_fpv_6881]

i only think the blue yeti is good if bought used but brand new i dont think so

[@wrightcubbins]

0:09 To fix this issue: Set Studio mode to OFF (seriously, works for all of those lights) and have the Aputure Amaran P60c myself aswell... Sometimes it gets turned on after firmware updating, so keep an eye on it. Most LED video-lights that are run off of 110 or 230v have this feature, which tell the device to turn on in the last settings after power recovery.

[@error.jpgnotfound]

started with all of this stuff just a little bit ago definitely overwhelming. you just want the best stuff right away even if its only to look cool, i myself struggle to justify when i need something new and when i just want it but im learning and love your videos. your opinions help me with decisions all the time

[@fureafila]

Well, Shotgun Mic. I’ve got a Rode and a Shure… all on my museum of unused stuff😂, some of the worst audios I got. Now we go on “which piece and model” you got, ok. I actually got excited to try them again after hearing you.

[@jfmendez843]

As someone who’s starting to get into content creation with the eventual goal of streaming, this video did wonders for me (I own a StreamDeck; currently turning it into an amazing productivity tool). I used to be obsessed about what makes “good” quality content, but you’re absolutely right. The moment I started investing in audio and lighting FIRST, I felt way more confident with my setup. Thanks for this :) Keep up the awesome hot-takes 🤘🏻

[@antoxe8435]

Awesome video dude! Just starting to get into content creation and majority of the overrated stuff you've listed was very obvious, for me atleast. You as a person like you said is usually the key factor if people want to watch your content and delve into what you do more. Keep up the awesome work dude!

[@AvalancheReviews]

I started with a Blu Yeti, then went to an AT 2035 and finally upgraded to an SM7B and the difference is beyond belief. That may not be the case for everyone though. It brings out the warmth in lower toned voices, so it may not be a game changer for higher pitched voices, but it is by no means overrated. Sure it's the first mic people reach for when they're starting, but there's a good reason for that. It rejects a massive amount of room noise. Which is something that can really benefit someone who's just starting and hasn't sound treated their room. Plus it naturally rejects a lot of plosives. Meaning a streamer or youtuber won't have to have a big pop filter covering their face when they're doing their thing. I think a lot of the time people confuse popularity with something being overrated.

[@Symba_Lysm]

I see you point, but in this it's *definitely* overrated. I remember the KZbinr Gaming careers made a pole from twitch streamers that are using the SM7B. And I think something in the ball park of about 70% of content creators use it. Big and small. Regardless of that number, and excellent use cases aside, and good mic can still sound *terrible* if post processing isn't applied correctly or the gain is too high (I've heard some Narly peaks) , or bet yet room reverb. It can get that bad.

[@Pop_Shepski]

@@Symba_Lysm that sounds like an individual problem, not an umbrella issue worth the effort of your reply here (:

[@Symba_Lysm]

@@Pop_Shepski Correct, but thats exactly why it's a big issue. Because a lot of inexperienced users either due to effort or prior experience, won't know how to treat a new mic like this. I'm reluctant to say it, bits it's a big issue. And that's a fact.

[@Pop_Shepski]

@@Symba_Lysm I feel like if someone takes the steps to get themselves a SHURE in the first place, it would literally take extra work to go about making it sound like shit somehow instead of just following the simple steps it takes to be great

[@DamienCloud]

Didn't expect to see you here man, loved your insight very informative for a new content creator like me starting his channel, thank you you actually made me want to make the push from my shure58a to the shure sm7b as I do have a lower toned voice and no way to install much room sound filtering :)

[@markotesic]

The sub mix part bothered me as well while using GoXLR, and i found a solution by buying FiiO K5-Pro amp/dac, which I plug my headphones in, it has a dial for just the headphone sound, and I lower/higher it to my liking, while leaving the rest for the stream how they like it

[@moep0r]

I have set one of the sliders to headphone volume and manage the submix in obs (via buttons on the streamdeck)

[@fiftyshadesofurban]

17:47 I think it's a great video. Some of the stuff I didn't expect to hear and some of it gave me some stuff to look into. And your new stream room looks amazing. Love the brick in the background.

[@SongbirdGaming]

Super useful for me as a content creation noob! Thanks for sharing your expertise. I’m definitely guilty when it comes to overlay stuff lol! Probably because graphic design/art is my comfort zone when it comes to creating.

[@ThighConnoisseur]

The only reason I'd want a third monitor is to streamline my coding process. Have my IDE on my left vertical monitor, Unity on my main and a browser on the right monitor, for Tutorials, stackoverflow, etc. For streaming, I'm good with just 2 monitors. Have Obs and Discord split on my Vertical, and gameplay on my main. Works perfectly!

[@NikiWinProd]

thats smart

[@switchrox670]

I would love to see some more breakdowns of the best stream deck integrations with other companies. Like we know Elgato makes great stuff that integrates with steam deck but is it the best? Are there cheaper options?

[@UNKNWN96]

I would say my favorite thing has been my Rode Podmic, I live in a really noisy environment and getting a dynamic mic has been a game changer. I managed to grab this mic for only $100 and got a free Focusrite 2i2 from a friend. The audio makes such a big difference without all the background noise I previously had on my stream/videos!

[@Shmoogins]

Super informative, love your stuff man!! Thank you!!!

[@miwoho]

You're informative and helpful while being hilarious and entertaining. So, please keep up doing what you do! Thank you very much.

[@Gamin4Hope]

LOVED this video. As a minimalist myself, hearing you call out a couple of the overrated pieces of gear made my heart a little TOO happy. 😉 The third monitor is SO unnecessary for 95% of the people who own them. Been there, done that... became a place to set Discord and never look at it. 😂 The shotgun microphone also has had another added benefit, IMO: it removes a physical barrier (the dynamic microphone) from in front of the view of the camera, allowing your audience to connect easier. 🤷🏻‍♂ Appreciate your voice on these topics homie. 👊🏻

[@koreyf]

I agree, I grabbed an old 32" tv for my 3rd "monitor" just for monitoring/tweaking Discord voice chat. I could easily remove it and be fine.

[@jjsparks_9025]

I had a third monitor for work and I’ve kept it, but it’s a dedicated discord/Spotify window pretty much. Could remove it but I have the two secondary’s mounted on top/bottom configuration so it doesn’t take up TOO much room

[@Vrtx-dc5nx]

I am trying to get a start up in streaming, and I have watched a lot of your videos and you really are helping me find what I need

[@LucaDePazzi]

Thanks amico! Super quote on the SM7b

[@michaelbengtsson6416]

This was a Good vid :) I use the streamdeck og for almost everything, and it is awesome how much you can control with it 🥰 But i am going too look into another microphone (shotgun-mic), i have the Blue Ember right now paired with the GoXlr. But sometimes the mic is in the way :p Anyways, awesome vid and keep them coming :)

[@docwylee1891]

Stream deck is by far the most life changing piece of tech I have ever owned. You can use it to do so many things beyond scene transitions. I game stream in a sim pit and it is essential to control/monitor applications hardware lighting the whole set up. I also agree with the multi monitors most people probably don’t need 3 but I think work flow wise 1. A monitor dedicated to game/content creation 2. A monitor for stream related windows obs other utilities 3. A monitor for social media apps and web searches I’ve even worked a touch screen iPad into the rig that has its specific uses as well Is a must. It may be more expensive but the less hunting tabbing and minimizing I have to do better and less attention I have to divert from my tasks. Sometimes I’ll fire another game up on another monitor while I’m working and my workspace remains undisturbed. Good video, spot on in the camera gear too.

[@szyl]

not sure about 90% of what you wrote here (seems to be true though0, but with the 3 monitor thing, I generally just combine what you have on 2 and 3 into one thing, I rarely need either of those things to take up my full screen

[@CasandChary]

🙏 I always watch your videos but I rarely comment. I should to start supporting my fav creators!! Thanks for your videos!!

[@donna.downey]

Love this video! And pretty much all of your content. Would love for you to do a video on not all but your idea of the best plugins and ways to use your Stream Deck.

[@Covarr]

Three great ways to do submixes without having to buy expensive hardware just to access the software: 1. Voicemeeter Potato comes with an app called VM Streamer view that mimics Elgato's Wave Link. Setup is a bit harder, but a license is much cheaper than a Wave mic. 2. The "Window Capture" and "Audio Monitor" plugins for OBS can, used in tandem, give just a ridiculous level of audio control. It can be a bit finicky, and might require a virtual audio cable to really make the most of it (for example, output apps to a virtual device and then listen to them through the monitor plugin) but it does give that same fine grained control. 3. Same as method 1 but with Touch Portal and the excellent Voicemeeter plugin. Right now you can't use sliders with Voicemeeter submixes, but you can use buttons with a bit of easyish custom code, and my understanding is an update to this plugin that supports sliders for submixes is coming.

[@dangerdaveshorts]

Ayy can you link me to a video about the third one? I love my touch portal and tried to set up Voicemeeter this weekend and panicked and went back to what I was using.Thx

[@Covarr]

@@dangerdaveshorts I don't know of any videos about it (I might make one myself down the line but I'm waiting at minimum for a few plugins to update), but basically what you do is: 1. Follow Voicemeeter's instructions for setting up VM Streamer View 2. Make a Touch Portal button using the Voicemeeter plugin 3. Add a "Custom Command" (it's in the Voicemeeter section) that says: Strip[a].GainLayer[b] += 2; Where a is the hardware or VAIO input, and b is the hardware or VAIO output. Keep in mind it's 0-indexed. 4. Make another button that says the same, but -= instead of +=. One will add 2db, the other will subtract 2db. You can obviously change the number to change how much gain it adds or removes. So for example, if you wanted to increase your game volume for your audience, and your game is hardware input 2 and your OBS output is VAIO 1 (or the 6th output bus in Potato), you'd put: Strip[1].GainLayer[5] += 2; (you use one number lower because it's 0-indexed instead of 1-indexed).

[@hellogoodbye2279]

The submixes recommendation confuses me. A) I just set the volume for me B) I set some filters in OBS to keep game audio at a certain level C) I can easily up or down audio for my audience separately in my recording software like streamlabs or normal OBS, especially once I get a streamdeck. No need for fancy mixers (or submixer software) if the software I already use does the job, right?

[@vraeljsp]

I just use an analog solution, and have my playback go through a physical mixer. PC audio and Xbox audio are going through different monitors so I can set the levels of what I hear through that and have the stream levels through OBS. Plus it means I can host XBOX parties on my pc with my nice mic and control the mix easier. I definitely wouldn’t want to mess with software to do the mix. Maybe it’s the knobs? It’s probably the knobs…

[@MxGlory]

Underrated mic: Samson Q2U. Been using one for a couple years now with my GoXLR and I still get compliments on how good I sound. It's always in stock on Amazon for $70 and it supports both XLR and USB. So if you don't have an interface, you can connect it to a Wave XLR or something similar if you want to control the EQ and add all that processing. Does it look better than a PodMic that is $30 more on screen? No; it looks like a normal stage mic. Get yourself a colored foam cover and call it a day. No need to spend more on a mic that sounds better (imo) than a PodMic.

[@SoreTv]

Yup, picked up the q2u a few years ago and it was great. I picked up the SM7B about 6-8 months ago or so. Honestly I’m not the best at setting up audio so it doesn’t sound nearly as good as it could be but it’s still pretty good.

[@PE4Doers]

I like what you said about the Stream Deck (and Yes, I am adding this comment because you've napped us about doing it, but also because you reminding me of an important point). I know I can being using my stream deck more effectively, however I run into limitations because I do not have direly compatible external devices (such as elgato lighting). If you make a video telling us more 'quick' secrets about this topic, I will probably watch it more than one 🙂

[@Peebsious]

I like the focus on making sure people understand that equipment of different levels/quality can be used to create good results. Also reiterating that the content is most important.

[@travislarson9794]

Just to expand upon the skills/brand aspect - I would love to know more of your thoughts when it comes to appeasing the algorithm. I've not heard enough people talk about how KZbin specifically really likes you to be focused on one kind of content or subject, whatever. i.e. we come here for this kind of content. PokeTubers, Reaction Content, whatever it is. I'd love to hear more about this in a video, as someone who has made content for such a long time, both unsuccessfully and then successfully. Some people get very scared by this notion who are aware of it, that they don't branch out from one thing, or they have no direction, and they're all over the place with "variety". Kind of like this blurb, all over the place. Thanks for the advice, you always help me be a better Creative.

[@PFRamon]

Just a little FYI, TC-Helicon is actually currently working on the Sub-Mixes for the GoXLR. (Not in beta yet, but scheduled for the next major release)

[@LiveBloke]

I was literally *today* going to go to your old vid from 11/20/20 to say that Streambeats has been a huge boon for me who is just setting up, but now I can just drop it here. So happy to have some *great* royalty free jams to edit with.

[@davidbryant5747]

Great thoughts! Totally agree about the 3rd monitor! Wish i knew about the new Elgato Stream Deck+ earlier...oh well!

[@Murkedd]

10:45 - i have 3 stream decks and all 3 are full, i have to use folders (and sometimes folders within those) to keep it organized. I know i'm a small % but i'm constantly adding new visual elements or sounds or ideas that need automation and a simple button press is a godsend

[@HLG96]

Not a Streaming specific thing, but I have fallen in love with my standing desk. As someone who spends way too much time at their battlestation (thank you remote school), being able to just stand for a while to keep myself from falling asleep during the professors monotoned lectures is a godsend. I personally use my 3 monitors quite a bit, but the third one is definitely overrated in comparison to the second. Two is enough for any sane individual.

[@PreacH0921]

Only use I have for a 3rd monitor is content consumption while I’m using to other two for workflow

[@WatchMysh]

The one thing that added so much to my recordings for my other channel is like you said the lens upgrade. A good lens can carry you very far. I recently compared recordings with another guy using the same camera body. He was completely shocked how my stuff looked "just" with a good lens. So, people, take Harris' lens-advice seriously. He really made a point there. A

[@byArteer]

I couldn't agree more with #4 - I use 2 monitors and the 2nd one is only ever on when I'm live

[@jorgenbjorn]

When recommending Shotgun microphones you should know that they aren't really meant to be used in a room that is not sound-proofed. The Oktava MK 012 is a small shotgun-like microphone that is meant to be used indoors and is way better for new streamers imo. You should try at as it's actually quite inexpensive. The channel "camera conspiracies" uses it all the time :) Kind Regards Jørgen

[@alongeleonard770]

Agree

[@Mylksix]

Thanks for the extra info!

[@Reactor10k]

You just have to be careful with the 012 because it picks up handling noise extremely easily. If it’s not rigged up properly (and it doesn’t come with a shock mount) it can be a bit of a pain. Also getting one out of Russia might be a bit hard at the moment 😂

[@jorgenbjorn]

@@Reactor10k That is true! :D

[@Poppy_AndFriends]

I avoided this channel for awhile thinking it was just overproduced advertising, and that might still be somewhat true, but the information here is always very helpful. I try not to be too paranoid that I'm just being played at all times, but the regular, casual information he drops always seems very valuable. Simple things like how you'll get more out of upgrading your audio rather than your camera, etc. I know he's an Elgato shill a bit but at least I feel like I know that, and his respect for Sony cameras just seems pretty legit. I'm glad I gave this channel a chance.

[@T3Torus]

Okay on the 3rd monitor thing I understand completely, but personally since I stream on YT, TTV, and tik tok I use my main for games, second for stream elements for YT notifications and have some things like sound audio and twitch alerts from obs and on my 3rd (vertical) I have my discord, chat and actual OBS (which is tiny so i can capture it with my phone in a tripod for obs)

[@FunkyTBone]

What would you suggest for a starter camera? I currently just use the normal Logitech C920

[@PerlStalker]

I bought a big mixer years ago. It was great because I couple run all my audio through it but I can't isolate anything which is making it harder to make other content. What I'd like to see is what XLR interfaces work well with desktop mixers like the Beacn Mix Create.

[@redolentthought7085]

Read that last sentence as "Bacon Mac n Cheese" on the scroll-by and had to come back to see how it related to mixers 😅

[@theqorkyone2512]

In my opinion the Audient ID14 mk2 audio interface (it has sub-mixes, great mic preamp and headphone amp) is very underrated. Another underrated is IEM's instead of headphones. Tripowin Olina is a great pair of IEM's for 100$ I've recently picked up, and with the double filter mod (filters included in the box) they sound exceptional from sub-bass to the highest treble.

[@M2BALL]

You asked for a comment, so here ya go. I'm brand new to all of this, but have become a huge fan of your content style. Thanks for the highly informative, digestible content. You made watching a video on lighting a lot less painful than I expected it to be. Thanks!

[@WaffleConeTaco]

always enjoy your content! keep it up

[@HeresMo]

I was going to buy an SM7B first, was advised against it. I didn't get it then (Although I have it now). I thought it would improve my audio. Instead, I fixed the room sound, the reverb and now even a £15 sounds great in the room.

[@toekanos]

I hear ya...I have a 20 EUR microphone and it sounds great with a noisegate and an eq.

[@toekanos]

@@choppercove no the Devine M-Mic USB W condensatormicrofoon white.. But it rose in price... I also bought the Nor tec mic.. And with a noise gate and an EQ it sounds very nice..

[@Jessespresso]

Submixes is something I have been wanting for so long but I'm not educated enough on the subject to find one I can use easily. A video on the topic would be great!

[@JirehTorres]

You can replicate the same effect using Voicemeeter. It’s free.

[@OyaaaJay]

This comment

[@JadeNeoma]

Voicemeeter can be used to create submixes, but there is also a plugin for obs called audio-monitor that can be used

[@Nvaeplay]

@@JadeNeoma Thank you Jordyn Young

[@CWU2006EOY]

I think your advice on shotgun mics was spot on! I was surprised to hear a difference between the Rode and Sennheiser, which seemed to have more bottom end. Anyway, love your content.

[@coolterest]

Love the ideas I learn from your channel, thank you. *Question* : I am buying a used Sony a7/S ii body without any lens. What lens would you recommend to get for it - the camera will be used as a webcam creating educational content using a Zoom streaming setup?

[@NotKR-10z]

Personally I multitask enough to have 3 monitors, I could make my windows smaller and work with 2 but the more pixels the more real estate I have to bend to whatever will I may give it. Gotta watch my Alpha Gaming with light Spotify in the background as the 3rd monitor has that one gif of the cat hang drying laundry.

[@HairyWizardGamingg]

Before I watch this, I think my stream deck is the coolest, and most underrated, tool I have. Imma respond to myself after watching lol

[@ManCaveBroadcast]

Well.... we're waiting!

[@MotionXE]

yep

[@AnthonyGoodley]

It did make the list as being underrated. I know that there are tons more things my Stream Deck can do that I've yet to discover.

[@HairyWizardGamingg]

Yup. I have a full set of keys on the normal Streamdeck dedicated to premiere pro hotkeys. I can scrub, clip, and trim. Also delete and replace, every single clip without touching my mouse or keyboard. That functionality, when Im going through 40+ clips to edit (while Im watching Aplha gaming of course" Is just so incredible. Thats just one program. I also design games. I have buttons on my stream deck that drop code into Unitys scripter that I use often. Do you have any clue how much time I save not rewriting lines of code?

[@HonestAuntyElle]

Stream deck opinions are split into 2 groups "why would you bother with an expensive keyboard, just make hotkeys (people who haven't tried to use hotkeys)" and people who have used the stream deck / wished it exist before it did.

[@authentichunt]

Thanks. You always help me make the right decision,When it comes to buy equipment.

[@Vandy323]

Interesting video idea: Best microphones for those with asthma/breathing troubles. I thought of this because you said the Shure SM7B is overrated (respect the opinion), but it is AMAZING for those with asthma who breathe in and out super loudly. Just a thought!

[@cheesychinchilla]

I definitely love my third monitor. Being able to have one monitor for each thing I'm using/doing is just a huuuge QOL improvement for me.

[@hallerius2311]

Overrated: LEDs, Fancy PC in Background, Handcam, "Gaming" Chairs, average Vtubers, Reacting Content Underrated: Using Smartphone as Camera

[@windpeoples]

Watching this about a year after you posted it. Still very relevant, thank you!

[@Max.x.Thomas]

Love this, completely just re prioritised my shopping list.

[@paypalsnapchat3347]

Let's take a moment to appreciate how much time and effort he puts into his content for us. Love the videos!

[@TheLastRealRyan]

Harris, you're the one who has gotten me to liking videos regularly. I guess it's fitting you get me to commenting regularly too. This is a great video. I totally agree on the underrated stream deck. I don't stream, but I still use it daily. Learn it!!!!!

[@carsbe]

You really do make the best vids thankyou for all the help you’ve given me

[@roobski]

Great list overall and totally agree with having great audio before having great video as I DJ on stream and got a focusrite early on in my streaming career. I would also add the goXLR/beacon HW to the submixes or somewhere on the list cause that has been a gamechanger for me both on and off stream. After this video I'm now wondering if I should upgrade to the beacn mic first or look into a shotgun mic.

[@GameTechTalk]

You are heaven sent. I quit 15 years working for the same company to go fulltime content creation. I've been a "free agent" since August 1st and really, I have set time (4-5months) aside to rebuild mind, body and soul but still I want to keep my head in the game and it's been hard to focus... and I stumble on you. It's like some higher power is feeding me your list of videos based on the questions marks I needed answer for. (Let's name it "Algorigod") Thanks, a lot.

[@CWU2006EOY]

Great lists! I guess my most underrated would be mic technique/proper gain settings. Plosives and distorted audio drive me crazy. So, wind screens, pop filters and amazing auto gain setting interfaces like the Wav XLR and Evo 4 would be the hardware in this regard.

[@bt3iscrazy]

For the submixes, the elgato wave mic with their software for this was literally my favourite purchase. I absolutely love just "this music is too loud" and just turning it down for me, not touching the stream output

[@phoenyck]

I'm currently in the market for a camera, so the recommendation for an old sony camera is super helpful, thanks!

[@brentcaldwell7485]

Great content. Thank you. Left-field question: where would you recommend I go to find examples of how the more legal side of actual plays and streaming are being handled out there? Like what kind of contracts people are using for guests and performers. Treated as independent contractors? Flat fees? Royalties? That kind of thing.

[@MrCameraJunkie]

Great video bro, I use my stream deck 15 key for my video editing. I don't use my keyboard for any shortcuts while editing now.

[@Towel-Man]

Nice video! I've never used an actual camera as a webcam before so I may try that out in the future.

[@Activater]

Did you just Ronco quote us? "Set it and forget it." Rad video. Really good stuff. 100% agree with the triple monitor setups. 3rd monitor is solely for the stream pc and monitoring the stream. It's absolutely not necessary unless you got a multi PC setup however even then it's not needed as everything you do on your second monitor could be done on your stream pc monitor. Wheels on stands are great in studio productions. The ease of just slightly shifting a light is great.

[@JousttsuoJ]

Extremely helpful vid. Definitely gonna pick up one of those shotgun mics.

[@levelupwithmikenewman]

curious? How can I achieve a submix? I use Mac devices so I can't use a GoXLR anyway, but I want to start a twitch stream to go with my youtube channel I already have for just casual chatting and gaming for relaxing nights with my viewers that are less stress on my workflow. I can never get a good mix for me personally on test streams that I feel is good for my viewers too, (same issues you had). curious to which devices are out there that you would recommend to get that good submix so I can start streaming on Twitch as an outlet for fun.

[@joshhyk]

Love your videos. Inspired to get the NTG4 for myself. Would you be able to advise the best interface to use for it, or will my existing wave XLR work? Thanks in advance!

[@ariadnag3631]

Love your videos ❤🙌🏻

[@tombuck]

The Sennheiser MKH50 was a life changing addition to my setup. Great audio with no mic in frame? Yes please.

[@DREWBEED00]

Nice video man🤙

[@qadashchaayah7485]

As some one who's still a rookie streaming to Twitch, this video was very informative. Thank you.👍🏿

[@Jefe-R]

Every video I watch of yours I learn something new that I’m missing. Shot gun mic, stream deck, sub mix’s .. 👍

[@deathsaidhello]

As a streamer ( on and off due to family time ) I found most of this useful and the Sub Mixes part was VITAL information for me. Thank you!

[@WarKnight]

Stream deck changed everything for my stream. Now if I could remember to switch to full screen when in game.😔🤣🤣 Thanks Harris your videos helped me with alot for streaming!!💯🔥🔥

[@JustinTheMind]

Great tips bro!

[@snuggary]

Good, solid info as always.

[@sirspookx]

I completely agree about the overlays, it sometimes will detour me from clicking on someone streaming with a crazy overlay. (I’m guilty of it too in the past) but I designed my own webcam texture in my niche game and used an after effects plug in to have animation behind it. Never seen it done this way and the results are amazing! (Imo) 😉

[@attest1315]

Hey Harris, at 16:56 you said "we have a hesitancy..." but I think you meant "we have a tendency" which sounds similar phonetically but is actually on point with the way you were phrasing that sentence; "hesitancy" is the opposite of what you were implying so it immediately caught my ear when I heard that. No snarkiness intended, I just do QA work on the side and think your channel has so much polish that I've honestly not come across a mistake like that before, which is why it stood out. Thanks for the info here and in all your helpful vids though, this channel has been one of my few instant-subscribes just from the wealth of info you share and the great delivery of content you put out.

[@j3hhy784]

Yeah okey hi, I have bougth a camlink some time ago, but the camera that I was using can only record for max half an hour. So I don't use that cam anymore. Do you maybe have an (not too expensive) option for me that I can use for my camlink? Love your content BTW. It has improved my streams.

[@xChefGutz]

Absolutely correct about the stream deck. I had mine collecting dust for more than a year i bet. Finally set it up this weekend and i couldn't believe what i could do with it

[@bearded_n0va]

This has brought something I’d like to know. How do you setup your second monitor for streaming? What do you have on your second screen? I know I just moved my ultra wide to vertical and I have simple discord/obs/ misc third either another stream or something else up the top.

[@LeandroMartinezLFM]

Harris, what's the name/brand of this foldable camera tripod you're using on your camera? The one you remove at 7:55.

[@retroweazelgaming]

I completely agree to with all of them;) and I started streaming almost 2 yrs ago by purchasing almost everything on Harris's Personal Stream Kit(back then). Yes it was to much to start but I've never needed to upgrade anything and still have a top rated stream set-up today. Only added a few Elgato Key lights. So yeah if you can spend it and plan to do it for yrs, investing in the good stuff isn't horrible. If you don't follow through though you'll have buyers remorse just as Harris mentioned. Happy Streaming;)

[@jfierro1394]

The Adam ivy of gaming, dope content as always 💪🏽

[@inkdependence]

I've got the smallest stream deck (6-button), and I almost always wish I had a larger one, but I have a hard time justifying the extra cost. So: Get a bigger one from the jump. I also started with a Blue Yeti, and it seems totally fine to me. I'd like to get a fancier one, but I don't know how much it would actually improve my audio relative to the cost.

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

0:12 You need to check if “studio mode” is set to on for the Aputure p60c

[@baggynoodlearms]

List was solid, Now I am not in rage over this one, but how do you even function with everything you do with just 2 monitors? Granted I only have 3 because I got one for free. But I cannot stand clutter and this goes for apps on a screen too. Monitor 1 (OBS / music player) monitor 2 (game) monitor 3 (discord / internet browser) I am not saying it is needed, but it does feel nice having more space to put things!

[@scottmalbon9875]

What submixer do you use? i didnt know they made such a thing and now im very interested.

[@CarolineContradiction]

oh and unrelated to this video but if you haven't, could you maybe do a video talking LUT's and what function they have when it comes to streams/obs?

[@footieworld13]

hey harris ive been wondering for while wether i should get the beacn mic, or the rode podmic with an elgato wave xlr, which do you think would sound better

[@MissKalunji]

I really enjoy your content. I agree with most of your over and underated devices

[@TheUglyGoblin]

What are your thoughts on showing your face and talking vs very well edited videos compiled of clips and maybe an avatar pop up now and then?

[@Pop_Shepski]

I got a 32 inch flat TV on Black Friday for my 3rd monitor, mounted it vertical behind my setup and it makes reading chat while gaming almost too easy

[@BronVirtual]

I use a POD mic and I love it. When I’m in a game lobby my microphone quality always gets complimented. Underrated XLR mic in my opinion!

[@andypies]

I'm considering starting content creation and this was really helpful. It doesn't sound like bullshit either with valid (sounding) reasons for each.

[@JayCin1080p]

Just a reference to your goxlr gripe about turning teammates up for stream etc. I had issues with this but I learned I could make any of the available audio channels (system, game, chat, music) separate audio sources in obs. This means that they’re a static volume and can be adjusted separate from what I hear in my headset. I have done the same with game and music meaning that my sliders are for me and the obs levels are for stream. My stream levels hardly ever change and I can have my audio however I need.