Studio Expansion & Warehouse Tour

[@CathodeRayDude]

I've been trying to figure out why I'm getting so many comments suggesting an air conditioner, when I explained in depth that I had tried that, so I rewatched the video and... hey, how about that, I didn't explain it! Or, rather, I did, but my finger must have slipped during editing because that clip is gone. Well. That explains it. In short: - I tried a portable AC unit; it did literally nothing, standing right in front of it you couldn't tell it was running. - On days when it was much cooler outside I tried a fan in the window. It worked until I turned it off, and the moment the blades stopped spinning the room was like an oven again. - I talked to the landlord about installing a serious AC unit and he no-billed it. The walls are extremely thick brick and the owner doesn't want anyone drilling through it. I personally do not think an AC would help, the heat is coming from everywhere at once and I think I would waste $7000 getting it put in, and then the millisecond I turned it off the room would become an oven again. Several people have also asked why I don't just move the studio to the new room. There are a TON of reasons, literally too many to get into here, but it comes down to: The current studio is perfect _except for the heat problem_, which I have to believe is temporary. If it doesn't prove to be... well, I'll reassess, but for now, it's best where it is.

[@sebastian19745]

The walls are extremely thick brick. You have the answer for why is so hot there. The sun heat the walls and they retain the heat, releasing it slowly inside, all day. The new space do not have the walls heated and more, being in the shadow, they absorb the heat from inside and slowly radiate it outside. One way to protect the studio from heat, it would be to add a insulation solution on all that wall. May be a sanwich of [air, reflective sheet, styrofoam, air, wood panel]. Ask someone more knowledgeable about and try this solution if you feel so.

[@SockyNoob]

Fixing the heat situation would literally require replacing the walls or gutting the interior to put proper insulation and piping for a central A/C, so I can understand why the landlord wouldn't want it. It's easier to keep yourself cool than the rooms themselves. Lots of good stuff for that that don't cost $7k. Still wouldn't recommend staying in there for hours at a time though, it's basically a brick oven.

[@cortburris9526]

Removing a couple hundred watts of networking gear and that computer should at least take the edge off. I noticed the warehouse was on the opposite side of the building from the studio, if the studio were on the south side of the building and warehouse on the north, it might explain the temperature difference, since the warehouse would be getting far less direct sun. Maybe ceramic window tinting on the outside of the studio window would help reduce the heat load further.

[@SockyNoob]

​@@sebastian19745 I have to imagine the landlord doesn't want modifications to the walls including additions like layering.

[@sebastian19745]

@@SockyNoob That is why the first layer in my sandwich is air. My home have the same problem but worst: the sun heats the ceiling and I had 38C inside at night sometimes in summer. So, that is what I did, because the hause is rented. This summer I chilled at max 27C.

[@SubjectNerdAgreement]

In my head, I expected the answer for, “How did I miraculously fix the problem with my studio space?”, would be “by the magic of renting two of them”

[@Toonrick12]

Wrong channel. This is CRD, not TC.

[@thany3]

@@Toonrick12 I think it's the right channel two have two of anything. Especially of them. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKWroXuglseFmcU

[@nathanschmidt1843]

@@Toonrick12good time for a crossover cable and/or episode.

[@catfish552]

@@Toonrick12 "One studio space wasn''t cutting it, so now I have... two of them!" 🐈 🐈

[@cheeseparis1]

Cue a picture with two kitties

[@sandrin0]

As much as I enjoy the smaller-scale workbench videos (which I certainly do), your long narrative-style videos are some of my favourite things on this entire website. Super excited for both you and for what's coming next. Cheers to season 4!

[@Crusader1089]

Oh my goodness it's the end of season 3. I remember about a year ago you saying season 3 would last forever. It's so cool that you found something that helps you feel like you've really levelled up.

[@random832]

8:55 "How did I miraculously fix all the problems with my studio space?" Missed 'two of them' opportunity.

[@elijahpass1539]

I like your bench videos so it’s unfortunate they haven’t performed well. Congratulations on the new space.

[@sheekaopowah5091]

I love the littleguys and bench videos.

[@HFStudio39]

Same! Also congrats CRD!

[@edd-boy3696]

You know this is a HUGE improvement just from body language alone when you set up that camera for the video mixer mini demo. The exasperated sigh of "oh my god why didn't I start like this" is so telling how big this is. Being able to whip out some additional stuff too and quickly be like "heres a camera, the model, and how old it is and a tidbit or two that makes it interesting". Looking forward to how things are gonna be from hereon out!!

[@JeremyBaker-f8z]

I'm so goddamn happy for you and your team. This is so incredibly obvious you must've had almost disdain for the clutter you had prior. I can feel the electricity radiating from you again, reminiscent of when you first got the studio. CONGRATS!!

[@SuperDerek]

"Gravis rants about the stuff he hasn't shown off yet" is my new favorite series

[@Omegapork]

As someone that really liked the bench videos, I think your idea for a new format is awesome. I liked them so much because it basically felt like nerd show and tell, and having this new space will take that to the next level. Congrats on the expansion!

[@tristanturner2782]

I love Warehouse 13 as a weird relic of that era of shlocky nerd TV. Amazed anyone remembers that show existing.

[@Yixdy]

When I played Control for the first time Warehouse 13 memories hit me like a Mack truck lol

[@dustojnikhummer]

@@Yixdy Control is SCP. I don't think Warehouse13 was an SCP adaptation.

[@DasGanon]

​@@dustojnikhummer They've been a general idea since Raiders of the Lost Ark had "Mysterious top men warehouse" at the absolute latest

[@quartzdonkey]

Great show

[@SaturnMoth]

I remember it! I was obsessed!

[@djpeterabreu]

honestly, I like everything this guy and his channel

[@dutmala]

He is so passionate

[@djpeterabreu]

I ADMIRE HIM ​@@dutmala

[@dutmala]

@@djpeterabreu fr same, he's just great

[@m333x]

This is so awesome, I love that the camera is following you around instead of being static, it's really fascinating to see the studio in a way that isn't a planned panning or static shot. Also great job on reinvesting back into production. I own a KZbin production contracting company and work with KZbinrs who have like 50-100 million views a month and I'll tell you one thing, they don't care about their viewers experience nearly as much.

[@scottthemediahoarder]

Aw, man, Technology Connections probably would've set you up with some kind of heat pump just out of tuber solidarity and heat pump evangelism. Enjoy the new joint!

[@scottthemediahoarder]

To autistic me, I dream of a studio not just to give my clutter a home, but to give me a reason to LEAVE THE HOUSE and MAKE THINGS instead of having all the gear around me and spinning. You've laid out a path I hope to bootstrap myself into also lurching down.

[@Aquatarkus96]

A TC & CRD crossover would warm this girl's nerdy heart :3

[@scottthemediahoarder]

@@Aquatarkus96 ​​⁠I feel like the lazy grandpa version of both of them. I'd love to cook hamburgers for them and have wildly mazing autistic conversations until there are five seconds of silence, and then we'll scurry off and do our own thing for the rest of our lives. That'd be sweet. Oh and we'd have to record a show or something.

[@Stjaernljus]

from their public interactions on social media a colaboration is unlikely. nothing bad, they just don't seem to vibe.

[@jettesides420]

Techmoan and LGR are the middle men.

[@dustojnikhummer]

You have no idea how happy the mention of Warehouse13 made me. I thought nobody remembered that show.

[@nickwallette6201]

Hah! Just bought the Warehouse 13 (and Eureka) Blu-ray box set a few months ago. :-)

[@the_beefy1986]

Obviously I may not represent the majority of the YT audience, and you depend on numbers, not individual fans, but I REALLY enjoy the little guys series. Please keep them going, if at all possible.

[@matthewwhiting255]

A smattering of thoughts: i hope this isnt an insult but the little guys bench videos were perfect to fall asleep to. I really like the prospect of the "im a friend at your house and youre showing me the shiny thing you hoarded like a ferret" kind of video

[@bebera487]

CRD is the single thing my sleep schedule stands on. I would've already died if not for him

[@skeletino420]

the mic drop season 3 finale season 4 tease at the end was swag as fuck dude

[@niosem]

On the CRD:3 fideo the desc says "Q: When will season 3 end? A: Never" Season 3.1, like Microsoft.

[@ProtoV33MK1]

That thump of the LED bulb on the floor got me. I have 3 100W equivalent daylight LED bulbs on a dimmer in my bedroom ceiling fan

[@AiOinc1]

Behold, CRD 4.0! Even in your second revision you were making videos I am still more than proud to show off to people, things can only go up from here. Your narrative style just works so perfectly and you have a very pleasant voice, which makes it very easy to be entertained by literally anything you talk about. I have almost no interest in cameras and photography but I still rewatch your camera videos like twice a month Also, don't fall into the pit that so many of us do with "I have more space so I can get more things" because that extra room will disappear fast

[@froey_2046]

Your body language and presentation is definitely better in this video compared to others in the studio, can't wait for more!

[@RyanMercer]

I'm over here like "on my channel I just set up a folding table in the living room while my wife is at work and hope the video isn't so bad people don't unsub" haha I'd kill for a space like that, someday!

[@warthunder1969]

Same, I'm just finding a random space here and there to just make do

[@RyanMercer]

@@warthunder1969 the struggle is real.

[@inclinerd]

Haha, same! Just a tripod, a desk with barely any space, and waiting until construction outside stops & everyone in the house goes out and/or goes to sleep so I can record some halfway-decent audio 😂 One day we’ll have a set up like CRD’s

[@RyanMercer]

@@inclinerd to the future!!!

[@thany3]

I guess just keeping doing the best you can. Everyone has to start small. Just look at how LTT started.

[@ashleybreadgirls1228]

Incredibly funny to in the process of this being the transition from season to season make the abit bp6 video essentially a cliffhanger

[@AtomicDisturbance]

I really enjoyed how this was shot, so shoutouts to your girlfriend. Super excited for what's next.

[@ottergauze]

this guy's kinda cool, you know what would make him cooler? having a warehouse edit: no fucking way

[@willdchild3004]

Look I am obviously excited for the return to form and new addition this space will give you for future content. But I just wanted you to know that your bench videos have been one of the few things that help me get through night shift. I can't really watch while I work but I can listen and you do a fantastic job of keeping me engaged with the content even without the aid of visual indications. So yeah Love your stuff can't wait for me. Show me more old and strange tech stuff mister man.

[@alexchristiano6601]

Same here 😅

[@EchoCian]

"Not enough room to move things to reorganize" sounds like my craft room. Great to see you've improved the situation, it's such a mental relief to not have to deal with a million small inconveniences stacking into a mountain of misery.

[@Garbaz]

I liked the little guys series a lot, it even inspired me to get myself a little guy of my own to set up as a small server for a few projects, but your long form scripted videos definitely were what I subscribed for in the first place. I like your humor and the obscure facts you manage to pull out about random electronics.

[@CyclingSteve]

I've had great results with the reflective window film that you squeegee to wet glass, my living room had sun so hot it made the paint bubble and now it stays cool.

[@EposVox]

Great stuff! I've been going through a similar office/studio rework. Always fun to watch

[@EyeMWing]

Because it's across the hall, this new arrangement also gives you flexibility for when it gets even damned hotter next year - worst case, you can flipflop (at least part of) the warehouse and the studio. Reading between the lines (the light through the windows) the studio is on the south side of the building and the warehouse is on the north, and thus gets a lot less heat from the sun.

[@cfg83]

You read my mind because I wanted to say the same. If the Studio window is operable, then I would SERIOUSLY consider trying to shade it from the outside while you are working. Once the sunlight comes through the window, it's too late. In addition, the brick interior implies to me that it's an old brick building. That makes it a high mass element soaking up the heat in the summer. If I were you then I would put a temp/humidity gizmo in the rooms for data acquisition. This will give you a good feel for the best times to work throughout the year.

[@colausbra]

Also possible to add an ac in between the recording space and the larger half of the room. Suboptimal since it'll increase the temp of that half but would work in a pinch to stop camera fans from turning on.

[@Just.A.T-Rex]

More full body video, I never knew how much I needed to see all of your body language during a monologue.

[@CathodeRayDude]

That's something I've been thinking too

[@chrisw443]

OMG YOU HAVE TWO SONY ANYCASTS?! WHAT?! I hope you got the HD cards in the back! Congrats on the new space bud!!!!

[@oliverer3]

1:00 Me having watched almost every video on the channel: confused noises

[@Wavyhill]

Genuinely love getting to see this peak behind the scenes, and really enjoy hearing about your workflow and process.

[@scottavuton8196]

I don't usually comment on videos. Just wanted to say I love your content both long and short form. Never disappointed. Keep up the great work and congrats on the new space.

[@Ecter]

The thing i like the most about CRD videos is - watching someone passionate about their stuff is just contagiously pleasing! Even listening to your tour of the studio space upgrade made me smile. Wish to see more of it, and more of your collection in the coming months

[@pontiacrye7318]

Everytime KZbin says CRD has posted a video, it always immediately gets sent to EVERYONE. Gotta support those of the community. Cant wait to see what you have to offer, its always interesting also being someone who enjoys things no one cares about, but can go on hours talking about them even if no one is listening to see what others who are alike can offer after all. Passion is a wonderful thing, and it keeps you sane.

[@LuggyBro]

No need to feel bad about the previous bench videos!! we were told that you were planning to go back to film at the studio at some point so I took your word for it. I haven't watched the bench videos, because they're not my thing, but I knew that the first hour long video inside the studio about... well literally anything, would rope me back in and I'd watch it immediately. I'm really happy for you that you have this new space and I'm super excited to see the new videos!! :))

[@dariosantacruz]

Congratulations man. I am really happy small channels with niche but really interesting content can grow like this.

[@NeverlandSystemZor]

Love your basic studio and the pride flag. Wish you the best moving on to the new studio! Can't wait to see what you do in the future!

[@huntereddy4014]

I am very happy the answer was not throwing away your collection in the name of space. Space can always be arranged or organized-or you can just get more space like you did here-but a collection takes time to gather and the actual gathering is sometimes more interesting than whatever it was you collect. Keep enjoying what you do! Can’t wait for season 4 👋

[@AngrocSound]

Your tech vids, and your focus on storylines therein, is so darn awesome. I also like how some of them are set in a series or theme. I get that they're hard work, but there's really nothing else quite like it in the vintage tech space. So super stoked for what's to come, and happy your workspace feel more sufficient. Its so important to be comfortable where one works.

[@xarin42]

I'm definitely on team Little Guys lover.

[@professorbadvibes695]

Same!

[@BuckoBean29]

I am definitely excited to see the new videos you make with the space. I do love the big scripted studio videos, but more casual "warehouse" videos where you talk about a random piece of equipment you may not have talked about before are also fun to watch.

[@RetroTechRestoration]

Whoa... you have an original DEC LAN Bridge? The Serial Port did an in depth video recently about that. It's a historic piece of equipment.

[@Lolcatterie]

Love the demo of your new space and how excited you seem to share the joy. Plus the flags. Great choices.

[@Yandarval]

Tbh, any flag, not just that one, should not be up and shown. Someone will be offended. Its the way the current World is.

[@themaritimegirl]

@@Yandarval If someone is offended by a flag that supports the LGBT community, that's a them problem.

[@Lolcatterie]

@@themaritimegirlyep, exactly.

[@Yandarval]

@@themaritimegirl I did say any flag. Not just the one Gravis has up.

[@kaitlyn__L]

I only know about those little digital audio broadcast boxes because of the book “How Music Got Free”, but I’m glad I do! (If you don’t know that book, I bet it would be right up your alley.)

[@GuyInHisBasement]

This is awesome! I'm glad you've found such a great opportunity! I'm one of those "I'll watch whatever you put out" folks, but I also really appreciate when the content creators that I'm watching are legitimately excited/happy, and I hope this helps keep you excited and happy. :)

[@jettesides420]

The legend graces us with his wares.

[@Toonrick12]

The only sad part of this new arrangement is that there won't be any more dark spirits invading.

[@CathodeRayDude]

They'd kinda let up on it anyway lately

[@Toonrick12]

​@@CathodeRayDudeEh, true. You know how those little guys (or lasses) are.

[@ougonce]

Oh my god this is such great news. I remember the first video of yours I watched I loved the "you're at a friend's place and they're showing you a cool computer their dad bought overseas" vibe, and I love that you're zeroing in on that. Thanks CRD, I'm super excited

[@ougonce]

I forgot to type out the second part of this message. The part where you're going around the warehouse showing things off reminded me of when I was a kid and used to spend hours in my uncle's workshop, just inspecting the weird 90s tech he had collecting dust there. So this adds yet another layer of nostalgia for me. I can't wait to see more of it

[@DerekLippold]

The Little Guys series is great and I’m glad to see your upgraded space. Cannot wait for the future and keep up the good work. I love how friendly these are.

[@pjaz6800]

I'm excited for the new era. Been rooting for you from the beginning. I love the bench videos. Perfect to just listen to in the car or watch on a plane, and then after i watch the full video ill watch it again to fall asleep too. You and clabretro are my comfort videos.

[@hyperflares2879]

You have the energy of a kid who built his own candy shop. Delightful.

[@intentionally_obscure]

Can't believe it gave me chills to know we're about to hit season four. It's an entirely new era of CRD. Can't wait for it.

[@rosly_yt]

I love little guys so much I'm glad it's sticking around! Congrats on Studio 2: Studio Harder !!

[@JordanKennedy]

Chipped into the patreon as i recall your frustration with the weather and such. Love the content (even the little guys)!

[@lukasgayer5393]

I like how this channel and its production and everything is getting better and better step by step. If only more people were geeky enough and into "the stuff" to ramp up the subscribers count.

[@0rchidrabbit]

warehouse 13 mentioned 🎉

[@WarhavenSC]

I miss that show. And Jericho.

[@TrashHeapCustodian]

oh dang the warehouse even has a trent reznor heat box

[@VeronicaExplains]

Very pumped for season 4. Thanks for putting out compelling content!

[@OneDudeWithACamera]

Your excitement for the new space really comes through in this video. I'm looking forward to seeing what you do with it!

[@Tenthprince7]

I'm so excited to see you continue this amazing journey! Congratulations on the opportunity-can't wait to see how your creativity shines through in your future endeavors!

[@ThickpropheT]

Wait... What do you mean there's a second channel... Removing even small impediments to meeting a goal can make a huge difference in succeeding in that goal. Glad you were able to remove those barriers! Can't wait for more. Lil Guys gang rise up

[@Toast_Points]

As a big fan of the bench videos, it feels less like they are going away and more like they evolved into their next form. I'm excited to see what you do with the new space!

[@pluijzer]

I'm excited for all the new opportunities the extra storage space brings to you and your channel. Wishing you all the best, it will be great!

[@opalpersonal]

the excitement in your voice is getting me pumped for what's coming up. i smell big, big things!

[@Ziraya0]

So excited for that 2 port bridge video whenever, immediately I'm thinking "that's not what a bridge is", but I do know that there's a lot of weird little moments in history where words just change places

[@mbrit]

I like the bench videos tbh, but I do miss those beautifully researched long-form documentary-style videos.

[@phr0g]

Looks like a nice setup, that said I didn't really mind the bench/at home format, also for what it's worth I really like the little guys series, hope you keep it going.

[@dyrskyz1]

I’ve enjoyed your channel for a while, I like the long format, and the little guy bench series. Excited for the new videos and congrats on the new space!

[@ezyto]

i‘m a bench video enjoyer but it‘s genuinely amazing that you have the funds and now the space to do your work in the way you wanna. this is just awesome.

[@TommyCrosby]

4:40 "also I couldn't stand over here" My ADHD brain went with "because my pride flag isn't updated to the latest version"

[@JBFLY89]

So happy for you! Looking forward to whatever you do! I love the process of fixing things and really appreciate when that process can be turned into a narrative. I really struggle with staying organized, but the relief of having a new space makes it all worth it. Can't wait for season 4!

[@pannekook2000]

Honestly my favorite part of this channel is getting a look at the behind the scenes of technical equipment and media infrastructure, and so I was a fan of the benchtop vids. With regard to the video mixers, I think what would be the most interesting way to frame it would really be to look at the development of the technology over time, rather than to try and tell a story about any one video mixer (which at the end of the day is just a hunk of undifferentiated technical commodity)

[@GemSquash96]

Exciting stuff in the pipeline! I'm looking forward to it!

[@JeSuisUnePatate]

That's awesome! Love that new setup idea and I agree that it looks like a huge improvement for your channel. Congrats!

[@EatherTrainer]

I can feel the love in every video. Keep doing what your doing. Improvement is good.

[@NiddNetworks]

Love all your videos. Love your studio flag. I watch everything, regardless, and can't wait for the warehouse videos!

[@pedro4205]

Thank you for the video! I am really happy that you improved on your quality of life, regardless if it will improve your video quality or not!

[@NickBouwhuis]

FWIW, You're not letting me down. Maybe a little by not finishing the Response Point video, but hey, it's your channel. You do what you do and if I find the topic interesting (which is more often the case then not), then I am here for it. Glad to see you organized your space, and I can't wait for season 4.

[@Rauiklsnugt]

I genuinely enjoyed the workbench videos... but seeing this new space is absolutely thrilling. I would love to see videos made just the same way you demoed that switcher: no plan, just some cuts for time, and seeing how you'd set something up from storage in your collection. Can't wait for Season 4--what a great opportunity for me to finally join the Patreon.

[@illi-the-wolf]

even this is a really good story, Gravis - you tell good stories! im glad for your new space, and we here are wishing you the best and eagerly awaiting S4 😊

[@23Scadu]

I for one love the little guys videos, and I'm excited to see them get even better!

[@linux42069]

I love your channel so much. You're a breath of fresh air here on KZbin. I'm so excited for you big move and I can't wait to see where it takes you!

[@blodyholy_]

You can tell by your demeanor a weight seems to have been lifted off of your shoulders 😊 New setup looks great; looking forward to seeing how it pans out 👍

[@andrewwarham5606]

Genuinely so happy for you, this looks like an infinitely better setup

[@codycarreras4825]

Yes to all of this. Love the behind the scenes, direction you want it to go in sounds awesome. Show us all the stuff you haven’t shown us. I’m here for it. The ISDN stuff sounds great.

[@aaronbrown4275]

That is a magnificent collection! Your excitement is infectious. I can't wait to see what you come up with.

[@thecorruptedbit5585]

Let's go, the warehouse goes public

[@SuspiciousLiquid]

Im hype for what comes next. I'm glad to see you keep moving upwards and forward.

[@myleft9397]

Cool video. Great to see behind the scenes and to see the expansion and organization. Now I'm going back to look for that pachinko machine.

[@toddburgess5056]

I'm really happy for you man, and for your channel. Having a space that you're comfortable in is going to make a big difference in your well being, AND the quality of your videos. Enjoy your new and improved work space !

[@5cyndi]

I’ve enjoyed the videos for a long time and caught up with old ones-the thrifting trips are nostalgic and a hoot to have on and listen to the quips along with seeing old electronics some of which looks familiar others not. Yours is one of a handful of channels that combines disparate styles of technology presentation from teardowns to assemblies to vintage electronic/computer showcases and analyses. I’m liking that you’ll have better access to more goodies in your warehouse now; keep peppering your channel with those little guy videos-I like variety too but those deep dives have really kept my attention and engaged me lately. Many require several watches to get everything, and that’s freaking awesome! In any case, congrats on the space addition and here’s to more awesome videos!

[@the-shork]

This is wonderful! I really liked the benchtop videos so I'm glad they're not going away :) It's so fun to watch you be excited about the new space and it's making me excited about what's gonna happen in it!

[@ambostralian]

Well done Gravis. I gotta say the most enjoyable thing of this video is seeing how excited you are. Looking forward to all the vids your upgraded space lets you make!

[@nicksypniewski4487]

What a great video to see. I remember when I first started watching you and I commented on one of your videos, and you replied back almost instantly! Knew right then and there you were deidcated to not only the content you make but your audience too.

[@seshpenguin]

CRDs gotta be one of the KZbin channels where I can be hyped for a new season like it's an anime I really like

[@RafaelPeres-l2c]

You don't owe us anything, man. I'll watch anything you put out because you're a cool and interesting guy. Studio videos are great, bench videos are great, and I bet whatever you produce in the new space will also be great! Congrats on the step up. :)