Facebook Live Stream Gear: Ultimate iPhone & Android Facebook Live Setup!

The ultimate Facebook Live setup for iPhone & Android! Get awesome results on any Facebook Live Stream with the best Facebook Live Stream Gear.
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-- Facebook Live Stream Gear: Ultimate iPhone & Android Facebook Live Setup! --
It’s easy to get awesome results when running a Facebook Live Stream from your smartphone with just some basic gear.
We’ve done a whole series on Facebook Live gear to help easily boost the quality of any Facebook Live stream - but in this video we look at the whole package...
From all the gear we’ve tested, this is the ULTIMATE Facebook Live Setup for iPhone & Android (and exactly how to set it up!)
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[@jacobchristianglover3655]

Thanks as always Justin! You are prepping future KZbin Stars with some professional and extremely vital content. Keep the vids coming, be well and stay encouraged!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks again Jacob, we're having a ball sharing this content 😀

[@WeirdDarknessOfficial]

THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!! I'm planning to take my podcast on the road and when on-location I wanted to treat my listeners to a live video stream on Facebook. This is EXACTLY what I needed to see!

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome! Good luck with the podcast!

[@SharingTheBliss]

Awesome! Thank you so much Justin!

[@LilCraftyNook]

Awesome!! TFS

[@Jarhead6]

Great man!

[@djpedromixhouston]

right to the point. liked & suscribed🤗☞🎖

[@AmraNaidoo]

Cool! Not doing any Facebook live videos yet but will be soon so this is very useful 🙌🏽

[@PrimalVideo]

All the best with your Facebook Lives Amra 👍😉

[@fadeladz1]

I love your videos. I'm learning a lot from your content. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. The amazon links seems to be valid only for the US. What about UK and other countries?

[@indienikole1229]

Extremely helpful video. Thank you

[@PrimalVideo]

No Problem! 👍😀

[@adriannacascagnett2871]

Great info! Do you know of any Bluetooth remotes that will pair with this set up that can start/stop Facebook live?

[@tabletalks-conversationsfo6521]

Been searching for this for several days! Great presentation. Been trying to find a way to do a set-up like this without breaking the bank and BOOM! You brought it! I have actually already purchased the Akron stand and will complete the setup! Appreciate and GREAT JOB Mate!

[@Newfuturebuilder]

Now I'm really tempted to get a lens for my phone. I'm hoping that Santa brings me some other goodies this year too to help me step things up!

[@PrimalVideo]

haha yep, it's all about the gadgets and toys.. hopefully Santa is good to me too haha All the best 👍

[@ubercoolnamehere]

Justin Brown - Primal Video is there a better set up now?

[@kurtmichaelson]

Justin, thank you very much for creating this video. I'm very impressed by this setup and was wondering, once it is all connected can it move easily from right to left, to capture movement without loosening from the tripod? If it can, then this is something I would seriously consider purchasing to use when I preach on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings. I tend to move around and away from the pulpit when I preach.

[@sherdonnadenholm1609]

Wow! These videos are so helpful! Thank you!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks Sherdonna! 😀

[@BrentPeluso]

Great videos. What about lighting on the rig ?

[@pauliedriver4127]

Great gear. Is there a way for me to view my stream on a TV so I can view comments clearly & interact with viewer's?

[@michellesilbernagel172]

This is great information, Justin, I just subscribed to your channel! I have been thinking about getting into video -- both Facebook and KZbin, to film some of my workouts to pass along to my clients. Does the equipment you describe you work for action video as well, or do you recommend something different -- perhaps a GoPro camera? Perhaps you have covered this elsewhere? Thanks so much, Michelle

[@craftercorral1358]

Hey Justin, question sir: What kind of gear were you using to make your video with?

[@kozihoppy]

Amazing video! Is there any solution for stereo usb audio input on Android? Thanks!

[@ChockablockPro]

Is there a splitter that can allow you to monitor sound? Great video!

[@wealththatcounts5503]

Great stuff. I've been looking for some additional equipment for this very thing...FB lives with my iPhone.

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it! 😀

[@mikkelchandler5503]

Awesome Thank you!!!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem Mikkel 😃

[@AakashKumar-pp4wf]

Hi can u recommend a good budget microphone for making short films on smartphones.

[@benvtucker15]

This is good except for the crucial issue of where do you put an external power pack? Are there any mountable options? I tend to use newswear lens pouches secured onto my belt and holster it there. Equally a bumbag/fannypack would do well too.

[@FPPlays]

you are awesome

[@jasonportnoy5028]

Great video! Was wondering if this would be a good set up and mic for playing live on Facebook with my band.

[@PrimalVideo]

Hey Jason, Yes this would work well! You could always incorporate the Saramonic SmartMixer (kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXnQY52Pl7monMk ) to get a direct feed in from your mics and instruments for even more professional results.

[@jasonportnoy5028]

Justin Brown - Primal Video Thanks! I'll have to give it try. the sound so bad because it's a small room and all you heard was cymbals.

[@salvodazes]

Hi Justin, very helpful video, thank you. Can we use the same setup for the new Sony FDR X3000? Is there a way to rotate things so the mic wouldn't enter the field of view of the wide angle of the action cam? Thinking about using this setup for travel/food videos. Would you recommend it?

[@PrimalVideo]

Hey, you could always purchase two of the estone hot-shoe adaptors for more mounting options, will also allow for a light to be attached then too ;)

[@AtHomeWithTyra]

Happy New Year Justin! If I'm doing one person and two person Facebook Live videos on the go, would you suggest using an iPhone setup or the webcam setup with my laptop? Do you think the Logitech C922 is Wide enough for a 2 person shoot? I'm also considering ease of reading comments, etc. Also at the end we're you shooting in portrait mode? Thanks!

[@PrimalVideo]

Hey! I think either will work fine, you can add a wide lens to your phone to make the angle wider, but webcams are usually a wide shot to begin with. The C922 should do a good job!

[@AtHomeWithTyra]

Ok. Thanks!

[@measuresofwellness]

Very nice 😊 I'm almost ready to make a video. Thanks

[@PrimalVideo]

Good luck with you video!

[@KatieFrys]

Great video, Justin! Will the Rode VideoMicro pick up audio from 2 people or just intended for single person? Considering purchase.

[@PrimalVideo]

+Katie Frys It will be good for two people. They need to both be in the direction the microphone is pointing, but this mic will be good for that.😀

[@KatieFrys]

Justin Brown - Primal Video Thanks!

[@sharidaniella7058]

I regularly do Facebook Live events but I am typically recording other people so I am wondering if you would recommend this same set up for a more interview style video. I do the FB live events in kitchens sort of like food network with multiple people so a lav mic wouldn't work. Any suggestions?

[@tedmuir]

On which smart phones is the Facebook Live AUDIO feature available ? And any updates on having this on desktop version.

[@martinlucas7923]

is this set good for using the rear lens of your camera?

[@skylandlatino8853]

Hi Justin. Thank you for this video. Will this be recommended for big space areas like auditoriums? Say for a church service?

[@PrimalVideo]

I would imagine, you would want a camera that allows you to zoom if its a big area. Some phones have a zoom function, so this could still work, if not a camera might be easier 👍

[@MichaelYuhas]

Justin, I picked up the RODE VideoMicro Microphone but the Lyre shock mount threads do not match my own tripods. Thought I would ask if you recommended an adapter if I am not using the Estone Hot Shoe Extension Bar?

[@PrimalVideo]

If you're not putting the mic into a hot shoe mount then you will need another adaptor to change the size of the thread on the bottom of the microphone back to a standard tripod thread. A local camera shop or music shop would probably stock these and they should be really cheap!

[@TohRelova]

Awesome videos! Subbed instantly. If you're using external mics on your android device, can you easily use it for Facebook live or IG live, since I needed to use Open Camera on my Huawei Mate 10 Pro since its native camera doesn't recognize an external mic? Open Camera doesn't seem to have a FB Live link. Halp! :)

[@PrimalVideo]

On most phones once you plug the mics in they will work with all camera apps and apps that use the camera (facebook live included)

[@kimknaus7795]

Thanks so much for this video. Question, did you have any difficulty fitting the Arkon mount onto the hot shoe? Unfortunately, I ordered and it does not fit :-( will I need another extension?

[@PrimalVideo]

I unscrew the plastic hot shoe mount and screw the arkon mount directly to the extension bar :)

[@kimknaus7795]

Justin Brown - Primal Video 😳 Guess I'm a bit slow lol! Thanks so much!

[@donnagray31]

can you please tell me while doing a live facebook video on my samsung S5 mobile how to flip the screen so writing can be read the right way around I have tried clicking on the little wand but it only gives me different scene settings eg black & white Beauty etc it wont let me flip the video horizontally or verticle

[@mainemonty]

for android what do you recommend as an alternative to wirecast go where i can add overlays etc to the facebook live stream?..thanks

[@PrimalVideo]

I haven't had an opportunity to test it yet but apparently the latest version of CameraFi Live should do what you're after.

[@mainemonty]

Looks like a nice product...to get the overlays you have to pay 9 bucks a month...and the worst thing is facebook is blocking it from streaming live to facebook via the phone which is a deal breaker

[@fherherrera7915]

Hi! Can i use rode videomicro for my Android phone?

[@bonganimasuluke1405]

Hi. I wanted to ask something, on the extension bar, does it come with those adapters to mount up the phone and the mic?

[@PrimalVideo]

Hey! The one I linked in the description does come with two hot shoes but the phone mount is from the Arkon tripod. So they make a good combo 👍

[@AgentInnerCircle]

Hey Justin to ever experience audio lag when using a mic to do LIVE? I get this once tje video is posted to FB when using a plug in lav and my iphone. It's subtle but enough to be distracting. Thoughts???

[@PrimalVideo]

You shouldn't.. especially from your phone.. could be internet speed related?

[@Gholdwayne]

Justin, ulanzi flexible octopus tripod - You're welcome ;D

[@nupurarora8925]

I want to.make cooking live vids. pls advise if this exact set up.will wrk for me or not. thanks

[@DiscoverIndia101]

I want to do live stream using my GoPro camera using wifi or Bluetooth by connecting it to KZbin mobile app. is this possible?

[@LouisLuzuka]

i'm looking at getting into Facebook live, how frequent should i be broadcasting and for how long? or does it really matter as long as its consistent?

[@PrimalVideo]

I think the content should drive how long the video/live should go for. If the content is good and engaging for your viewers then the time doesn't matter. Don't go live for the sake of going live - make sure you have a plan and keep to it where possible. As for frequency, if you tell your audience it's going to be a 'weekly', 'daily' thing etc then that's easy for them to keep tuning in, as long as you have the content and plan, and as long as it's what your audience wants to see/hear/learn about then the more the merrier! All the best :)

[@LouisLuzuka]

Justin Brown - Primal Video thank you so much that helps so much so make sure you keep it relevant and not just like go on live cus you're not doing anything or just showing a game I'm going to be testing it out weekly! Can't wait to start going live, do you have any suggestions for "segments" to go on live for? Besides a cooking show an interview or Q and A what else do you suggest to talk about when you're making ur first live video? Thanks for reminding me content is king take care always!!

[@LilCraftyNook]

I thought you had an hour and a half max.

[@diamondmeeple]

Justin, what camera you use for your videos her at KZbin?

[@PrimalVideo]

Panasonic GH5

[@darrenl.johnson]

Hey I got the complete set here. No matter how I adjust the lense you can see the ring in my shot. What can I do to fix this issue?

[@kaviji]

Hi, your video is real useful, but your links no longer work! I have found most of the products but the Arkon Tripod + Phone Mount + Adapter I'm still unsure of...Can you point me in the right direction? And thanks for the video..

[@virginiaengelhardt5078]

How many feet can that microphone record well from the speaker on a podium?

[@SuperDonnaMO]

Hi Justin, is this available as a package?

[@NanogalaxyOrgMedia]

I have a Sony Handycam PJ340E which has Wi-Fi and NFC. Can I do Facebook or KZbin live with it? Please help. I'm confused about how to connect the camera to my laptop.

[@biharivfxstudio]

I want to know if there are any other options to change my background .. or using vertuiel background while I'm going live streaming using my android mobile.. like zoom has the option vertuiel background . I want to know only while I am going live streaming using my mobile phone. Not using zoom or OBS . Can you help me Please

[@johnnythw]

can our phone be in landscape mode?

[@thebun]

Hey Justin - will external wide angle lenses work on a dual-lens phone like my Galaxy Note 8? Cheers.

[@PrimalVideo]

They should work fine but you might need to adjust the positioning of the lens when switching between the two cameras.

[@thebun]

Justin Brown - Primal Video - Thanks!

[@nigeriansista]

Can you use a rear facing lens for Facebook Live?

[@PrimalVideo]

Yep!

[@vansullivan236]

Is there a remote trigger for Facebook live?

[@smoothddd]

i see that the phone is vertically aligned in this setup.. if you turn it horizontally is there enough space for it and the rode mic?

[@PrimalVideo]

Yes it definitely works both vertical and horizontal 👍

[@keegancb84]

After ordering the set up, I can't get the mic to work on my phone. It works on a computer but even after downloading an app (on my google pixel) that lets me choose to use an external mic, this particular mic doesn't work. The mic is also useless unless it's held close to the sound source. Am I missing something?

[@BriangjohnsonTv]

Sign me up!

[@Fionna649]

Where to buy that kind of lens

[@PrimalVideo]

Our links in the description 😁

[@jimbullotta1492]

But has anyone addressed the issue with the radio (RF) interference cause by the phone's wifi signal that is present when using the Rode Video Micro?

[@PrimalVideo]

I've only had and heard of issues with the Rode VideoMic Me, not the micro..

[@tangmohgenesis6041]

Hi please I wanna ask a question

[@berserker2111]

what if i have music playing in the backround that i want the audience to hear?

[@theRolling2010]

That is the answer i need too... thanks

[@janinquezada3118]

Hi! Just wondering if you can add a third cold shoe mount onto the bar? For example, to have the light, mic, and phone on the bar on top of a tripod.

[@PrimalVideo]

You can connect two bars together, or some you purchase let you have more than two. I personally have modified one of these ones to hold a third item in the middle. so i can have a light on one side, phone in the middle and microphone on the other side,.

[@janinquezada3118]

Thank you for replying Justin! That’s exactly what I’m looking to do, I just need to figure out how bc I’m so new into recording video, specifically with a phone. I love all of your great content!

[@MarcelGodfrey]

Hi my mic is making a buzzing noise when I FB Live. All they can hear is a buzzing noise. I have the mic plugged into the headphones jack on my iPhone SE. Please can anyone help

[@PrimalVideo]

Can you try a different cable?

[@ChrisHeller]

How difficult is it to read comments/questions from your audience with this setup? Handheld you are obviously right up to the camera but with this it seems you (and a guest, potentially) are several feet away and can't see the comments section.

[@PrimalVideo]

I suppose it will depend on how large or small the fonts are on your phone as to how big the text will be..

[@ChrisHeller]

Justin Brown - Primal Video Can you login on desktop/laptop while recording live via mobile? This way you would be able to keep a laptop closer to you to monitor comments if the mobile camera setup is too far away.

[@ChrisHeller]

Is it true that the Rode video micro needs a special SC7 cable to connect with the iPhone? And, more importantly, is it accurate that Facebook Live and the iPhone video app do not work with external microphones?

[@martinpacanda4012]

-no lagy-

[@GamingPancakesYT]

who else thought he said " Hey it is Justin Brownie" at the beginning of the vid?

[@PrimalVideo]

haha I've been called a lot worse 😀 ;)

[@GamingPancakesYT]

@@PrimalVideo Well anyway, It was a helpful video!

[@cyvidal10]

Hi Justin, i'm looking for a compact directional mic i can use with Facebook Live while using my phones 4G network. Rode's Video Mic Me and Video Micro has this issue with RF Interference. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z37claCvodale7M i have tried it myself and the RF Interference was really loud. the solution they recommend is to put the phone to airplane mode, but if i do that, i cannot use my phone's 4G network. I really hope you can help me choose a mic i can use because it's work related. thank you.

[@Empathrepublic]

U are just showing off at this point