Studio Update.... Still a work in progress

[@KarolPlucinski]

5:42 Yeaaah! I made it to the channel - thanks Gene and Sam To get that shot, I put my Ronin SC in "lock" mode and lifted it up standing on the ground.

[@kasianna1339]

Brawo

[@klekot53]

OH YEAH!

[@risabc]

Hey, I also wanna say that i like these volgs more than PJ. The reason is that you are such an amazing, entertaing to watch. Edit: btw. My name is Richard, in case Gene decides to read this crappy coment haha. Have a great day Gene, Kari, Dogs, Sam, Steve, Dylan and YOU random fan being able to read this whole paraghraph.

[@MarkSpurrell]

14:31 You don't need a click baity title man. We watch for your personality! Although I did want to see how your new studio was coming along...

[@XxXStoneFingerXxX]

10:24 gene: "I'm just gonna start unscrewing stuff" me: sees the electric drill and breaks out in cold sweat

[@TheReelRaymond]

The last time I was this early, Gene's name was Russell.

[@AddictionHappiness]

Haha 😅

[@sebastianwaitzer9613]

Man Gene must get really mad reading these comments

[@LoverOfTech]

This comment haha

[@Luke_Likes_Lakes]

If you don't get it, look it UP

[@barra03]

jajajjajajajajajaj

[@matteomorato3419]

I think that if you want to shoot at an angle you can put some ND gel on the window so it will bring down the exposure or you can put curtains so it will look like day but not blown out Amazing vid, keep up the good work and I can't wait to see the fished studio 👍🏼

[@g_rant_]

I love watching the videos on this channel because its more personal and you can see how Gene, Sam and Kari are as actual relatable human beings.

[@blakberi]

We watch these vids Gene because you and your clan are watchable. Feels like you are a bunch of distant friends we drop in on every now and then

[@zacgrimaldo]

Gene - When I reorganized my office, I got a stand/sit desk and for the sitting part I got a gaming chair... a DXRACER, because I figured who sits more than gamers?! I've had it for two years and still love it! (It has a built in ottoman that slides out for those multi-day, heavy deadlines...) Not to mention people always compliment it, because it looks good..."Hey chair! you look dope!"

[@RabidTribble]

For awesome chairs, it begins and ends with the Herman Miller Aeron chair. Have had mine for 20+ years, and it's as awesome as day 1. Their support is incredible, too!

[@THEMATT222]

I don't care about how your hair looks as long as it looks like the kid from UP

[@IvanKlishch]

Chair: I would recommend Herman Miller Aeron, that I'm using at office and recently bought for home. They are pretty expensive, but you can find *really* good deals on almost new/refurbished on eBay, and these chairs will last you forever. Before buying make sure you select the right size (they have 3 sizes).

[@BurningBroadcast]

I'd second this chair. Yes it's very expensive, but you only get 1 spine and if you spend any significant time in it it's worth taking care of your body.

[@Casey.Hillman]

+1 for Herman Miller Aeron. Most comfortable chair ever. If you look they are used every where.

[@Grisildor]

For chairs: Tell autonomous you'll do a review of one. They're basically a budget Herman Miller, and they've had a few people do reviews that should overlap with your target audience.

[@demothy6276]

Big fan of the Staples Hyken chair! Amazing bang for buck

[@venom5809]

"It's a fish" "It was most certainly not a fish" - Morgan Freeman

[@konrad7592]

Never noticed your hair looks krrrrrrch. You look beautiful as your are, Gene!

[@TommyCallaway]

Awesome chair recommendation: Herman miller aeron. I just got the stool version a few weeks ago, it's awesome. As for the desk.. I built my own with a custom piece of reclaimed black walnut and kee klamp pipes, and put it on locking casters, so I can rearrange my small studio for videos. Desk is 24in x 60in with 6 shelves. I love my studio.

[@bhgemini]

If you use a monitor mount, use a clamp style and sandwich the table with scraps of hardwood. That desktop will break supporting a wide monitor like you have. Loving the new space.

[@BarttRoman]

I like how you said that you don't think many people would like to watch the "not interest" video. But the thing is that your charisma make the videos interesting. I bet you could make anything interesting.

[@tombuck]

Looking great! Really excited to see how the lighting takes shape in the new studio 👍

[@GaryCantrell]

In regards to your comments towards the end about being surprised people are watching these videos... I think there is a lot of interest in behind the scenes type content because you make it entertaining and you probably don't think you do but you do. Every time I see on of your vlog videos it's an immediate watch.

[@electrictommichael]

I would love more vids with Sam as a second presenter. Your dynamic is the pinnacle of friendship.

[@EhrenSixon]

Gene - I have that same desk and I used a monitor mount for two 24" monitors. After a while, the weight of the mount plus weight of the monitors will create enough pressure to crack or dent the position of where the mount is on the desk. When I removed the monitors and the mount from the desk, it created this circular dent on the desk. I suggest to reinforce some padding before you install the mount onto the desk. And it's very easy to scratch that table top, but as long as you can spit out $50 every time to buy a new one with no problem, then you should be okay.

[@drewlemos2702]

What I like about this channel is that YOU NEVER KNOW WHATS GOING TO HAPPEN!

[@jcruz2255]

Hey Gene! Love the channel. One thing about the Linnmon desk, it is hollow with a honeycomb structure for strength (explains why it's so light). I heard you mention using a monitor mount so be careful where you mount and how heavy the monitor is. I own a Linnmon desk and I used a single monitor arm for my 27-inch monitor. The clamp managed to crack the desk (the monitor only weighs 13-lbs. and I covered up the crack with a desk pad, lol). I didn't want to risk the monitor falling so I opted for a wood riser instead.

[@daleb194]

Why are you shocked how many of us watch this channel? Everyone loves Gene, Kari and Sam. Next episode we need to see more of Kari's artwork though!

[@charliepiazza1]

I think it would pretty cool to remove the backdrops and paint and do some shelves in the background for this office!! Sweet desk top!!

[@abhijeetkrishna]

Hopefully this is not too late - the Linnmon table tops are particleboard with paper filling, so they aren't as strong as solid wood and thus not recommended for a monitor arm/mount. You could make it work by installing pieces of wood in-between the table and monitor clamp to spread the load, however may not be worth risking an expensive monitor. Otherwise, great to see the studio taking shape!

[@TubaSolotheHiker]

Love the setup. Thanks for the great idea on the standing desk with an IKEA "pick your own size" top. Certainly never thought of that combo. Makes me wonder what I can do at my house. And by "what I can do at my house" I mean how can I spend money.....LOL...I'm so poor thanks to all you internet people. Quick side note. I had a long piece of Ethernet cable ran from one side of the house to the other through the crawl space under the house. One of the best decisions I've ever made. Now I have strong uniform Wifi and physical ports in basically all parts of the house.

[@bittertentacles]

A few days in, I don't know if Gene will see this or if someone has already said it, but: Those Linnmon desktops bow in the middle over time, it's happened to me twice! I would recommend either keeping a majority of the weight to the sides, putting a middle leg on the back or otherwise bracing the middle.

[@Bobtb]

Secret Lab has really nice chairs. I've got one for almost 2 years now and I'm very satisfied with it. Best I've ever had!

[@euanb3922]

Studio looks sick!

[@OrionMediaGroup]

I bought the exact same table top a month ago and it's really great. An arm to mount your monitor on is really handy.

[@joannehart9624]

I like this channel because it feels like we are all just hanging out together and having fun. Thanks for sharing this part of your life with all of us.

[@happyhappyjony]

spending lots of time on this channel instead of my other fav channels ...it's so entertaining and relaxing.. enjoying it

[@JDTechTV]

Either a Herman Miller Sayl chair, the Mirra 2, or the Embody chair. All amazingly comfortable, especially for long editing. I’ve used the Sayl chairs for years and have never gone back. 🤙🏻

[@davidthepro8735]

I love gene

[@MrFuji37]

Steelcase chairs are awesome, a bit pricey but I have my amia model for well over a decade now. Excellent ergonomics and very adjustable. The leap model is even better.

[@seb_gibbs]

Im hoping you setup your studio exactly as before, that flat on colour background is part of the attraction, and part of your trademark.

[@nbdvisuals]

Can't go wrong with Herman Miller chairs, especially if you're sitting for extended amounts of time. Pricey but worth it!

[@JeffreyAK38]

Well done. As always fun to watch and learn from!

[@Sr7Sr7Sr7]

Herman Miller Aeron chair with a headrest is great. Humanscale also makes awesome chairs. These tend to be more expensive but they’re ergonomic and meant for professional offices where you spend a ton of time sitting.

[@DriversSide]

Studio spaces are always a work in progress! I’m planning on doing a couple videos where I clean out my garage and turn it into a really nice shop/studio space

[@domas.sakala]

Hey Gene I have the same desk and watch out with mounting the monitor!! Because it’s holo the monitor desk clamp usually digs into the desk (it was happening to my desk) so I had to get 2 wooden blocks made one on the desk and one under where it’s clamping so my monitor mount doesn’t break the desk and fall

[@tolerickwan9313]

@1:20, thats made my whole week. When you see it, you can not unsee it.

[@matthewscott118]

Why don't you put some ND gell on the window rather than blacking it out? Then you'll keep it to motivate a backlight.

[@OfficialNerdSingh]

Markus chair from ikea is amazing I've had it for 10+ years and is so comfortable. Full time video editor spend my whole day at the desk when I'm not filming!

[@knabe1280]

Watching this channel feels like a small family meeting. Most of the people watching this is from the Potato Jet channel.

[@ignorance_is_strenght]

About IKEA Chairs. One of the maybe best chairs is the MARKUS. It is very comfortable, adustable and has 10 years warrenty. Do it Gene!

[@IbrahimLucas]

Kari that is MOST DEFINITELY NOT a fish! 😂😂😂😂😂

[@Thushar_Nambeesan]

What are u saying man , its definitely a fish 😅

[@steviestl2269]

I just imagined her as a 5 year old proudly showing this around.😂😂

[@Thushar_Nambeesan]

@@steviestl2269 omg that will be hilarious , 🤣😆

[@ModoNayr]

I have an extra room at my house that I am slowly turning into a media room/office/studio if I ever actually create videos for KZbin. Ikea is a lifesaver!

[@LarsPach]

Dont just frame Kari´s amazing artwork. It would be perfect for merch like a T shirt

[@VOByRobbins]

Gene, You should use a Sennheiser MKH 416 shotgun mic to keep the mic out of view! -- Fun to watch the new studio build, love your attitude!

[@ciapark8556]

I watch this channel as I found potato jet first and liked your personality.. I think both are enjoyable

[@jeremiahbarcus]

It might be cool to mount your monitor onto a stand with wheels, then you can even adjust it to where you want it and you could slide it over when you need it for something with filming. Might make more sense than locking it onto the table with a monitor arm. :) I've been loving the Autonomous ErgoChair 2, it's quite large though!

[@LouAllenWheeler]

Be careful with those Linnmon desks and monitor mounts. The tables are hollow and monitor mounts clamps can crush and collapse the honeycomb structure. You could use larger sheets of metal to spread the clamp force, but it's still iffy. Also, Herman Miller chairs are great. The Aeron is killer, and so is the Mirra, which is my day job chair for the past 3 years.

[@legolator]

For the blackout stuff you should look into the IKEA Fyrtur and Kadrilj, or whatever they are called over there. Basically electric shades that connect with the IKEA gateway for a smart-home solution. Not terribly expensive either and comes in a variety of sizes. Btw I can't decide between a 16-35mm/f4 or just get like two primes 24mm/f2 and 35mm/f2. All the best Gene!

[@IXISSV]

I've got a linnmon desk top, bought a monitor arm for my 32inch Ultrawide, it bowed the desk! It's because as you said, its a hollow desk top 🙄😒 I resolved my issue by buying a strip of aluminium for the top of the desk, and used some spare wood for under the desk 😁

[@joshuachiramel432]

Studio looks awesome

[@venom5809]

Before you go blow a bunch of money on a Herman Miller chair, check out the Markus office chair from IKEA, my brother has one and it is nice, I think Matt Granger has one also. Also look for one of those stores that buys commercial items like furniture from businesses that go out of business or upgraded or updated their furniture, you can find some amazing deals at those places.

[@nil2k]

steelcase think is my favorite chair.. when work is paying (have one at my desk at work, so I've been missing it since early March).

[@JKoehr27]

I was able to run a cable under my house through the crawl space after google mesh wasn't fast enough for me. It got me the speeds i was paying for, where as wifi was like 1/3rd the speed... If your new place has that available to you I highly recommend it (less haste than running it through the ceiling) .

[@thenexus818]

Got Gene’s video notification at 4:25am, what a great way to start my day 🔥

[@AndyBlackmedical]

we have the same desk! also... the noise it makes when filming will drive you mad.

[@RyanLennoxBradley]

I love the way the sm7b and boom comes in from the side. Idk I just like the way the sm7b looks and I like the blue compass boom arm

[@RyanLennoxBradley]

Ps the dog dieing in the music bed thing is sad.

[@jeffreyhong6191]

For chairs, pick up a used Herman Miller Aeron on Craigslist! Theyre like $600 chairs that go on sale from closed office spaces for $300!

[@REC.709]

Potato, these video are lot better, and these will be better with both of you!!!

[@WuZei]

Herman Miller chairs are the best! Expensive but extremely well built and provide amazing lumber support.

[@eyetvideos467]

If you have an office max/office Depot nearby try out the workpro 12000 or the 9000. I have both and love them. Super ergonomic and the mesh stays cool. I have a year and a half on 1 and a few months in the other. Both in great shape still and a 10 year warranty. $350-429ish for price.

[@juliustubbsDP]

Love it. You to are the greatest.

[@DerStabby]

The Steelcase Leap V2 is a bit bulky and traditional but is a comfy-ass office chair with a lot of adjustment opportunity

[@JaiQuinnn]

The reason I think most of us watch the vlog channel is because of how entertaining your personality is, even if you're not trying to be.

[@paulrobertaboymancinido7512]

The problem with that IKEA desk is that if you put a monitor clamp mount on it it actually warps and bends. I’m currently using it and had to reinforce where my monitor mount is with a small metal beam to spread the weight.

[@bensonboo_]

I have that exact same 2m Linmonn table. It will warp in the middle if you put too much heavy stuffs on it

[@explorer.dream.discover]

This Vlog is about a table, love it!

[@LeonUnity]

Duvetyne is the actual name for it, it's a specific material instead of "blackout curtain" because it's really designed not to *reflect the light* either, as you know.

[@Kryptic1189]

I like both your channels, but I really like the casual feel of this channel. PJ videos I have to get out the note pad ;)

[@ljubomirbardzic]

08:32 If you want a really good chair take a look at Aeron, Embody or Mirra 2 from Herman Miller. They are on the expensive side but they are super comfortable, come with a 12 year warranty and can actually last quite a bit longer than that.

[@ninjaplays9619]

Kinnarps makes really awesome chairs! I have one and its great!

[@XxLogo]

For chair's, you probably are looking at a Herman Miller Aeron or Steelcase Leap V2 if you want really nice chairs that have 10 year warranties brand new if I am not mistaken, however can readily find them used in the US. For lower end could probably look at the Autonymous Ergochair 2. Only good racing style chair if probably from Secret Labs. From buying many cheap chairs from amazon, staples, etc. don't be like me and just buy something to sit in, they suck after a month. If you can, highly recommend sitting chairs prior to purchase if possible.

[@Hahnck750i]

Inside of the linnmon is just honeycomb shaped card board that’s why it’s hollow and lightweight. It’s not a full slab of wood

[@MandrakeFerrer]

Re started a channel again because of you, Gene! Ur awesome.

[@MedoUnboxing]

Nice

[@stefangouws4473]

In Western Australia we have a grocery store called Spudshed hahaha You should come to visit purely for that! I will happily take you on a little tour around the store haha

[@elevatedmediagroup]

First recommendation for the chair is the Herman Miller Aeron but it's $1400 but literally one of the best chairs in existence. If budget is more important Costco has an amazing office chair that has lasted me 6 years and still going. It's called the Bayside Metrex iV and it's only $100

[@meetfk2000]

Nice studio keep working on it. Am still waiting for my zhuyin smooth x

[@NatesEscape]

"I'm so tired of having everything symmetrical" Everyone with OCD: *unsubscribed* 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@twosheafilms]

Of course we get that reference Gene! We’ve all been watching these for at least that long 😜. I don’t think I would like a desk that long. 😧 Hope getting plastered went well! 🤣

[@TheDailyWorkingDad]

Looks nice man! Hopefully some day I can get on your level with that kind of workspace! Keep up the good work!

[@DyroneWSmith]

Something fishy is going on with Karrie's picture. LMAO 😂😂😂!

[@shobhitchaudhry5606]

You can run ethernet over your regular power cables too Gene. Just need a couple adapters and its pretty good.

[@imaortega264]

The Secret Labs Titan is the best chair on the market. Especially if you’re at the desk for a long time.

[@CanuckTech]

Steelcase leap v2 chair is a tank. Herman Miller Aeron is the classic, full mesh for maximum venting.

[@docrela]

Ah monitor arm should is a must. In that little corner feels like it will fall at any time.

[@nathanwong7464]

Get a Hermen miller chair, it’s really good for your back

[@jfj6853]

Well these video's are nice! And we want more Sam! He is awesome and deserves some more love ❤️🔥

[@BestAudiovisualTricks]

Herman Miller makes the best office chairs in the world and many KZbinrs like Casey Neistat use them (me included). The model we use is called: ‘Aeron Chair’. You will not regret it. Best office KZbin chair ever made! 🥇

[@ambuplal2557]

gene i like both of ur channels man, but this is special for me . i have a list of youtubers that i want to meet , in that list u ,keri ,sam ,all of ur dogs are there

[@justTomYT]

put a little wood room behind the widow on the outside to put a RGB light panel there, so you can have all kinds of light coming in

[@YeudyPerez]

I was drinking water as seing Keri's drawing, and I chocked laughing as she was describing her gift from her dad. Dad is hilarious! I like her dad already. hehehe

[@theiansm]

You're internet celebrities, any video from you is food for us.