Best Gear to Start a YouTube Channel

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[@Somecooltech1]

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[@donomar1727]

Tech Connect no problem cuz you deserve it. :)

[@lanas.2129]

Don Omar Ditto!

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Right on, great tips. I wrote down the video editor, going to check that out for when I get a new computer, which will hopefully be soon.

[@Somecooltech1]

Hey Gabriel, Sorry I did not see your comment until now. You have an awesome channel. I subscribed to you when you had 8k subscribers to see a video about Kauai. Your channel is growing nicely.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Tech Connect Thanks man, things are grooving along pretty nicely!

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@@GabrielTravelerVideos Wow, three years and your channel exploded!

[@imranh5395]

I like the way you keep it short and sweet. No B.S. and no fillers. I'm subscribing 👍🏼

[@AutomotiveTech]

that is tv 😂 not a fish tank😅

[@teamelea6268]

yep

[@thelastshao3535]

LEGENDAIRYFILMS !!! how did u get the fishtank wallpaper thing

[@Somecooltech1]

Its and app called aqua TV. Min in on apple tv but they have it for android now too.

[@thelastshao3535]

when i downloaded it, it didnt look as HD as yours

[@pompeii5899]

Automotive Tech I THOUGHT IT WAS A FISH TANK

[@ShyneForever485]

I tried out the video editor a few months ago and I did think it was good but in your vid it looks so cool. Thanks so much you deserve to be known

[@WTN808]

Thanks for the recommendations! I have subscribed to your site. I circled back to your video a few times to remind myself what gear would be appropriate. My intent is to have the basic gear to record videos for personal use and potentially share on KZbin. I am attempting to keep things at a minimum. I will use an iPhone 6S Plus 128GB (gives me ability to record in 4K and has adequate capacity) and it has a headphone jack. Please see the follow (I apologize for the length). I will be using iPhone with a plug in Rode VideoMic Me on a Zhinyu Smooth Q. The mic hook up will be front facing. I'll then use the charging port to connect to the ZSQ (USB to USBc) charging port for constant recharge of iPhone. Question: The mic will be front facing to pick up interviewee and/or ambient sound. I want to plug in a splitter cable in the back-end of mic. I believe that will allow use of a lavalier mic and a headset to monitor recording. Any recommendations? Replies / recommendations welcomed!

[@telecomsteve]

Thanks for the vid. I never thought to mount the seflie stick to the manfroto mini tripod. That is going to help a ton for me shooting on my cell phone. I already had both in this case. GENIUS.

[@cheriecarpenter3529]

I've had a youtube channel for years and have not anything with it until recently. I am not technical so I'm trying to learn all of this on my own, and this is really helpful. I'm trying to find a mic that is compatible with my IPhone 5S and my Panasonic HDC-TM90 camcorder. I'm wanting to get out and do videos on the road this summer and didn't know what the best mic would be that I could use on these devices.

[@DrDanielle]

I have been extremely frustrated with how large and clunky (not to mention EXPENSIVE) my recent purchase of the lumix G7 has been for my fitness videos. I stumbled across your tutorial and have decided to return the G7 and instead utilize my iphone 7+! Purchasing your recommended gadgets now. It all makes so much more sense after watching this, I appreciate you doing such a fantastic, straightforward tutorial!

[@teacherm96]

Thanks for the great information on getting high quality work out on social media

[@lisa_chogiwa4096]

Thanks! I was thinking of having a KZbin channel in like a year or two. These videos really help me get prepared. Thank you so much! ☺️😊

[@AlexPav788]

Thank you! can you share your tv aquarium software also? looks nice

[@ZoeGregoryPhoto]

Audio is definitely the hardest thing to get right. Remember that even with a mic you still might need to speak up, or at least at your normal volume.

[@Mowuniverse]

I think if you're going to start out with youtube I think it's a better investment for Premiere Pro because Coral video cost a lot more up front than Premiere does and you're going to want to upgrade to Premiere in the long run anyway considering it's probably the most powerful video editor on the market currently. Plus there's the added benefit of it being for free on a trial basis for the first 30 days and then you can pay for it monthly which is great for when you're starting up cuz if you decide later on you don't want to do it you didn't have to invest a ton of money just to do editing. I'm starting KZbin now but I've been publishing books for years and my biggest mistake was going for easy to use software vs higher end soft ware I had to pay monthly. I use Coral to do the designs for my book at first but then later as I did more work I realized I should have started with InDesign seeing that I was using Photoshop already. Pluses if you start with premiere picking up the rest of the software is easy like Photoshop to do thumbnail and audition for audio editing. I'm picking up premiere super easy right now because I use InDesign and photo not to mention I use audition for my church. So for starting I think it's better with premiere. Now the rest of your video I needed that I haven't seen those tripods and I might actually get a monopod set up like you showed and that wasn't even something I was considering thanks alot.

[@basementcreatives7612]

Rivers, nice video. Thank you for the information. I womdered how well the video mic me worked and it seems pretty straight forward.

[@DaOmega1]

Great video and thanks for providing the list of items in the description this really help me budget out my list of equipment to purchase

[@MetalliMan]

Thank you dude! Very informative and interesting video. You have a great voice for this stuff and hope you succeed on KZbin. -Keir

[@mr_delivery]

its been very helpful because we can see all the stuff down below in the given description thanks brother very helpful video for youtube startups

[@Somecooltech1]

No problem at all. So glad I could help. I am working on a part 2 of this video with upgraded gear soon.

[@limbu874]

Amen

[@RomelosLife]

really great advice i really liked the rode mic to reduce back ground noise. just goes to show you can do a lot with your phone.

[@Somecooltech1]

Totally, the latest phones can shoot pretty nice video and they have a lot of accessories now..

[@RomelosLife]

Tech Connect that's really true I've been looking for a good mic to fit onto the Samsung phone.. I'll give it a try on the phone instead of my camera

[@nicholasburge5669]

This is great - wished I'd seen it a year ago! thanks Rivers. Still with cheaper versions of the stands - went in on Rode - your re right lad and gun pics are quality from Rode! Cheers chum.

[@sonyreisgraca8170]

Hi. Thanks for the clear explanations. Just a couple of questions and forgive me if you answered somewhere else: filming with iphone or smartphone outside can run into limitations: batery life and memory space. Specially if you want to do bulk filming or series? What's do you recomend? Can you also elaborate (make a video or point me to one you have done) showing how you set up the tablet to control what tou are filming? Finally, since this is for newbies like me, what about lighting? What do you recomend? Cheers

[@authentickenyan6284]

Thankfully, you summarized exactly what is needed quickly and efficiently. The examples of the equipment work well for someone just looking to start out. Also, #Liked&Subbed

[@noeyanez7658]

nice description of the devices, unique...

[@tumadsvids]

Hi, thanks, At 3:33 you show your video camera live feed on your tablet, how does that work? many thanks

[@the518trucker4]

Waikoloa. We were just there last year. Stayed at the Hilton grand Vaca. You from there? Nice video.

[@mrfr3d33x]

Hi..tnx 4 video.. on Tv fish aquarium...wher can I get that video? Tnx Mr. :)

[@markcatalan9695]

u got some nice background there i like the fish tank i think it looks cool just to be part of the background

[@AprendizAdulto]

flaming angels, damsels...fish only tank lighting on POINT

[@AprendizAdulto]

Wait...i just noticed the lights move like a helicopter on the hunt lol

[@SaadonAksah]

Oh I need that tripod for top down shot! 🤔

[@Somecooltech1]

I love the tripod. I've used it for years now.

[@ramblingsonlife7558]

Hi Rivers, Can you recommend a less expensive camera for shooting KZbin videos? I checked out the one you link in your description, but it's way out of my price point. My price point would be more in the $200 range. OR...would it be okay to just use my cell phone to record videos for now until I know if this is something I will stick with? Thanks for your videos!

[@Somecooltech1]

I'd recommend using a smartphone. You might want to get the latest phone though like and iphone 7 or Galaxy s7. The newer phones are MUCH better than 2 generations ago. As long as you use a tripod the quality is not bad. For $269 you could get this camera amzn.to/2kfxNGW which shoots 1080p at 60fps. The quality will probably be pretty decent. If it was me personally I'd put that $200 toward the latest phone. Also I did not cover lights in the video but lighting is very important. Get two or three of these amzn.to/2kCqqKB . You will be so glad you did.

[@ramblingsonlife7558]

Tech Connect thanks Rivers! I do need a new phone so this would be my push to go do that. Thanks for lights link!

[@frroossst4267]

Keep your head up Canon t5i

[@Somecooltech1]

I agree.

[@keithperkins9871]

Police Wife Life a new cell phone would be better quality than a camera until you would be willing to spend 500 or 600 dollars

[@billspizzirri4288]

Hi Rivers, I am a total novice and just getting started in this. I want to start making videos of my wife's yoga classes. Once I have my smartphone setup and stabilized, do I have to go to the phone and touch the screen to start the video? or is there some kind of remote I could use to stand back and start the video. I know this sounds elementary but its a looming question. Thanks for the great purchase tips and your videos are great..Bill

[@Sassylunchmom]

Great video Rivers!! Thanks for the tips!

[@Somecooltech1]

Thanks Sassy. I linked your channel in my video description too.

[@sotoart89]

Sassylunchmom 😚

[@hridayagarwal217]

man your mounting a bomb on the mini tripod

[@cheriecarpenter3529]

I just supported your channel, added it to my playlist and shared it. This is an awesome video!!

[@stacykilitzian9444]

This is awesome! Coming from a parent who has a son that wants to start up a you tube channel. Buying all this is expensive. Can you recommend something cheaper? I don't want to spend this money and he ending up not wanting to do it in a few months.

[@cscoScotty]

Thanks for these, these will help immensely, think ill get the mini tripod and rode mic me asap

[@Somecooltech1]

That mini tripod is my number one most used item when I'm out shooting.

[@cscoScotty]

yeah and the rode mic has helped alot too

[@technicalhindi7013]

NYC VIDEO AND CONGRATS FOR HAVING UPTO 50,00 SUBS

[@spritesquirtle]

another good tip is if your on a android only budget I recommend kinemaster it's a great editing app that you can get for totally free

[@Somecooltech1]

Good call. Thanks for the info Sprite.

[@EthanRhame]

Thanks for the video! This really helped me out! Another subscriber gained! I plan on taking my channel more seriously now, so I plan on getting some of this stuff. I already have most of it. I just need a mic. Well 2K subs, here I come! :D

[@dorissungirl]

How do you reflect the image of your camera onto your Samsung Tab so you can monitor ? Thank you.

[@williamsiu8213]

Hey, thanks for making this video. Came across it while watching the KZbin Creators intro. I look forward to making my first video.

[@BangiBoom]

This is my first time watching your videos and I really liked ur quality and sound of ur videos keep ip the good work!

[@granthanson235]

Great video, thanks! What if I have the new iPhone 7? How do I use the Rode Microphone on that, since the jack on the iPhone isn't the same type for the mic?

[@danielm-k7393]

Pretty sure it would be illegal to resell the disk after downloading the editing software. Possible, but illegal.

[@vickicarol1733]

Thanks for all the great tips on gear. I am at that beginning stage of wanting to try. And you gave me a great suggestion for my son bd gift of the rode Video mic. He is always taking videos.

[@Somecooltech1]

Great to hear Vicki.

[@businessman3883]

Great video! You deserve WAY more subs!!!

[@Weluvshopping]

What camera are you shouting on now? It's sold me!

[@night7185]

Bronze Butterfly Its a $1000 bud

[@nikxanslive9595]

Shouting in the mic and shooting with a camera😂😂

[@wildsoundscapes_com]

Good review. A good tripod is a definite must. However, there are much better sounding microphone options than the Blue Snowball. (Stay away from the Yeti also) A Shure SM57 with a Blue icicle USB converter is still budget friendly and a better choice. The older Blue Bird is also good as is the cheaper Rode NT1.

[@tlemont6462]

with the recommended editing software can you also add music? and remove original audio?

[@neilhoward84]

Awesome videos I've bought the manfrotto pixi evo... quick question whats the fish wallpaper app called

[@Somecooltech1]

Its aquaTV for the appleTV gen4. There's a link in the video description.

[@LifeHacksbyStacy]

I will be adding these items to my Santa list this year! Thanks!

[@sentencedivlife]

Excellent videos! Thanks for helping everyone with your knowledge and time! -Subscribed-

[@adamsmith1402]

Thanks dude.. you've got a new subscriber

[@curlhero8976]

For the tablet one could a 9.7 inch tablet fit?

[@skorpioxjojo_]

Great tips! Thanks for sharing this info! I'm on a road of adventure of learning as much I can!

[@UnboxingPlanet]

Nice Tips for Start with KZbin...thank you!

[@Somecooltech1]

Thanks and your welcome.

[@ramblingsonlife7558]

It's that McCall in the video you showed?

[@Somecooltech1]

What time in the video?

[@albertzhang2826]

"Woah I like that fish tank." "oh wait, its the tv." whoops ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@JohnCena-zk5rp]

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[@belfedhalmohamed9152]

@@JohnCena-zk5rp arabic spotted

[@alexandercardenas6837]

if i wanna buy all of those, do i take a discount ? like all of what u have said ? if yes can u give me the link ? thanks!

[@arr298]

Thank you so much such great tools I ordered this and their great

[@Towelfoldingtutorial]

Good quality video and good information. Thanks.

[@GamingWithTVPro]

Rivers I'm looking at getting a new computer, I've been windows for the past 15 years. The apple I have is a iPad . I like using the iPad for video editing. Do you think the Mac book pro is really worth the money or should I do windows laptop

[@froshouseable]

What mic are you using when shot this vid?

[@nasserbkat]

Great video! How do you monitor your videos with your Tab S2 while recording with your smartphone?

[@Somecooltech1]

I link it with the remote wifi app on my sony ax53 or a6500 so i can see what the camera is seeing on the tablet. It works with phones too but I like 8 inch tablet screen the best.

[@IsmeldaCruz]

Hi, is there a rode video mic for iPhone 8plus with the lighting plug ?

[@tinowallace5337]

Super informative as always!

[@Somecooltech1]

Thanks Tino!

[@YourDriverMike]

Nice tips!

[@Somecooltech1]

Thank you Mike.

[@rytas4531]

best gear tsk i got a freaking low end laptop and im going to play far cry 4 on it and film a video at the same time i dont need gear i just need a non annoying mic and a good filming program :)

[@xanderwebb4000]

You forgot lighting

[@Somecooltech1]

Good point. I'll cover it in the next video.

[@Sulfen]

Opening up a window is the cheapest way. Otherwise upgrading to LED bulbs is the next cheapest. And then the most expensive is getting some light stands and some photography lights.

[@bigdog2486]

what is that playing on ur screen in the back ground.

[@JustKriztina]

This dude really knows what he's talking about :) Thank you for the helpful information! I think I will stick with my iPhone 6s for now cause that's all I have.

[@Somecooltech1]

Hey thanks Kriztina. I like your channel by the way and your video quality looks great.

[@JustKriztina]

Tech Connect Hii! Thank you! 😊 i only use my phone and natural lighting for it. Any feedback on my vids would really be very helpful!

[@thehighwayhustler]

What did you use to make your camera footage appear on your tablet

[@yuukimurai15]

I have that same exact tripod! Good to know that I'm doing something right at least haha. Thank you for the great video !

[@Somecooltech1]

Nice selection Yuuki!

[@nowarzone99]

Can i use that mic for music recording..

[@themodernjuangamesmore4748]

What is the app you use to monitor your videos

[@metalheadmalta]

Great video, and as soon as I saw that aquarium display behind you... I lost my mind!!! Got the app. Wonderful! OH! your stuff is great too :-)

[@thedreammemeteam620]

holy shit the blue snowball is way bigger than it looks

[@laphytz6649]

Thanks So Much This was very Helpful. There is so much to learn.

[@issanedjmou2841]

i like the tip , please tell me the launcher app in the phone

[@Somecooltech1]

Its Nova launcher with the icons resized up pretty big.

[@spurgeonartz6055]

What gear do we need to record a drawing video please reply

[@lanas.2129]

Thank you so very much for this information. Much appreciated! You now have one more new subscriber.

[@shroud4269]

wow great video, super informative and detailed, you just earned a sub :D

[@davidm2299]

Great video! Thank you for the really useful tips! 😊

[@atejhasvlog3878]

hi sir im janice castillo from philippines,, thank you for the ideas sir,,,i love those equipment realy to start my youtube channel, ,but hope someday i can start to do my youtube channel,, for now i dont start cause of financial problem i cant buy those equipment that you have,,but i realy love the ideas you share,,thank you very much,,merry christmas in advance and god blessed

[@healthfirst3485]

Hey @Tech Connect Thanks for so much info, by the way which mic are you using in this video ? it is not visible.

[@Somecooltech1]

I'm using this wireless lav mic amzn.to/2tQs79d. It costs a lot but it works really well. Something like this should work too amzn.to/2tfamml. I'm about to do another best gear for youtube 2.0 video too. I'll have my next favorite mic in there. Its the rode video mic pro R amzn.to/2rWAChk

[@GameLandFilms]

I use a Neewer NW-700

[@CombatSportsTalkLosAngeles]

Great video!! Thanks for the tips!!

[@beingreezy]

What about cameras?

[@DashingintheD]

awesome info

[@ayushmanjha3508]

wat is the file size of 10 min video of dslr ? how to deal with large file size?

[@Somecooltech1]

Probably around 3 gigis with the sony xavc codec at 50mpbs at 60pfs

[@minil0v338]

Thank you for this! Very helpful!

[@_GarethRossUK]

that manfrotto the one linked is pricey I chose one that's cheaper by the same company.

[@Somecooltech1]

Cool, I was wondering how those hold up. Are you enjoying the mini tripod?

[@_GarethRossUK]

Tech Connect it's very good for the price, the pivot ball is stiff but I think thats more of a plus I just wish they had interchangeable feet but it's not very different from the pricier models. i did try what you did putting a monopod on top with a bridge camera and let's just say timber but dont worry I tested it at home and nothing fell but it's not stable enough for anything heavier than a phone at height which if it were that stable would be a killer item to have.

[@ironvbx1698]

wow its so helpful u helped me and now I'm starting a youtube channel thank u

[@huntfishandcook5317]

Nice video mate well done

[@jimcarry5208]

Great info and right to the point. Thanks a million...But please get rid of the background music. It's very distracting. Most viewers are trying to absorb all the very important info you are giving and the music is not helping the situation...

[@Somecooltech1]

Thanks and noted.

[@kirkjones9639]

Why would you assume that I would use a phone to record video?

[@michaelnjoroge9668]

Can i use adobe video editor

[@TheHardWayChannel]

Good stuff! Thanks for the insight.

[@Somecooltech1]

Thanks and no problem.

[@sarahyong6031]

Lighting links don't work

[@victormorgado5318]

Great people friendly advise on vlogging 101, I just suscribed, thanks