10 Must-Have Tools for Every Filmmaker (Why I Regret Not Getting These Sooner!)

[@HarvVideoAudioStuff]

Enjoy guys, definitely let me know yours 👇🏻

[@remektekmedia6641]

I love the Tentacle Sync Track E. I also have Tentacle Sync TC boxes. All can be synced from my iPhone. For VO I love the RODE Podmic USB, which I use over USB C, and have its DSP switched on. For recording Sound Devices MixPre 6 Mkii Lighting: Godox SL200 and SL150 Monitor/recorder: Atomos Ninja V

[@HarvVideoAudioStuff]

Thanks for this, I really need to check out the tentacle products!

[@iReadBooks]

Additionally to your list: Clamps, magic arms, and small LED panels. I can't even tell you how often those little items saved me

[@jambononi]

Yes!

[@jpr-tech]

YES! This is what a "10 must have" video should be like! Bravo! FYI, in my channel I also focus on making the best use of the gear we have. I also love "No-brand" brands. For example; - I own the WeeBill S and for the price ($60 used) it is amazing! - My camera monitor is the Amazon FIre HD 8 tablet + a NO-BRAND HDMI capture card. - My A-Cam is the OLD Canon EOS-M that shoots reliable 12-bit RAW video in high resolutions (3K, 4.2K, etc.) - Photography camera is FUJIFILM's X-H1. For $600 is the best SOOC camera in the market! (IBIS, Film simulations, NO AA filter on sensor). - My voice over mic is an used AKG Y3 Lyra USB C mic, just plug and record! Best plug and play mic IMPO. (works great with an USBC portable device such as an iPad, iPhone, Android) - My webcam of choice is my iPhone 12! (Continuity camera with an ARM chip mac) Thank you so much again for the well put video!

[@marchmadecollective7983]

Love It Harv! So great to hear your thoughts as always 😊

[@terryhope2074]

Don't wait until your 5th decade like I did. Get a trolley. I use a low cost Rock-n-Roller R2. Fits behind the car seat and after 3 burst discs and a displaced kneecap, proof of my stupidity and misplaced can do attitude. Wheels rule - get some.

[@jambononi]

I've done a few jobs recently and starting to realise I need one so thanks for the recommendation

[@RobKristjansson]

Great video, Harv, as always! The only thing I'd add is that a new filmmaker should adopt a solid process for investing in gear as soon as possible. This will save time and money and all the many benefits that come with saving time and money 😁 The one that I found works for me is to buy gear when I am trying to solve a problem. After pissing away so much money on stuff because "Hey, with X, I can start doing Y!" (I never did, and off to Facebook Marketplace to take a huge haircut for something that lived rent free on my gear rack 🤦‍♂️) Or "X will look so cool on [insert your workplace here], that will totally get me [insert ridiculous expectation here]!" (Sure, it does look cool, but $500 cool?! No, especially because it will NEVER DELIVER on your expectations.) I learned that when I purchased to solve a problem ("I'm sick of my budget tripod letting me down, time to get THE GOOD ONE!" or "I'm starting to do X a lot more. Maybe I should upgrade Y - it'll make my life a WHOLE LOT EASIER.") I was way happier with the gear and the results I got with the new kit.

[@ailo4x4]

I have a Portabrace top zip video cam bag that I used for a large rig setup that worked great. I'm now shooting with a much smaller setup and the Portabrace still works great to hold everything I need for putting in my truck for travel. But my go-to walk around with my camera bag is still my PeakDesign 15L messenger. That being said, I just saw the Guragear 30+ bag which might be worth checking out if you fly A LOT (it's NOT cheap!).

[@TomKaszuba]

My standout favorite is the Tentacle Track E……….but………the Tascam you showcased here looks just as good and is less expensive.

[@joshcarter-com]

That sound diffuser on the wall behind you in the opening shots is amazing. Can you tell me more about it? Apologies if you've covered it in a prior video; I'm new to your channel. (Edit: I also see it in "A filmmakers guide to acoustic treatment" but I'd still love to know more!)

[@HarvVideoAudioStuff]

Many thanks, yes I briefly mention it in this video about acoustic treatment kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYvZgKx9lsydqbM it was just from Etsy 👍🏻

[@stkuj]

Personally, I really like Nisi Swift VND system after trying many others...

[@Jacob_._Roberts]

Harv, where do you pick up this equipment❓I live in Garland, Texas in the United States, and I've never seen a store which sells this equipment.

[@SinaFarhat]

Nice! :)