The Ultimate Live Streaming Equipment Checklist

Complete equipment checklist of the best live streaming gear including cameras, lighting, microphones and software! ***** Check out a complete list of the gear in this video on kit here ➡️ kit.co/SeanCannell/pro-youtub...
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📒 Show Notes and List of Gear in This Video📒
1️⃣ Computer and Capture Card (Or USB Capture Device)
(Video) 4K Video Editing Computer
• Best PC for Video Edit...
* Blackmagic Design Intensity Pro 4K (Capture Card)
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Blackmagic Design Intensity Pro 4K on B&H:
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(Alternative Budget Capture Device) Elgato Cam Link:
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2️⃣ Live Streaming Camera
* (My Webcam) Logitech C922x Pro Stream Webcam
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* (My PRO Camera) Panasonic GH5 with 12-35mm f/2.8
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Panasonic GH5 on B&H:
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Power Part 1 - Panasonic DMW-AC10 Ac Adapter
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Power Part 2 - Panasonic DMW-DCC12 DC Coupler
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** Budget Cameras with Clean HDMI Output & Unlimited Run time **
Sony a5100
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Canon VIXIA HF R800 Camcorder
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3️⃣ USB Microphone
Shure MV51 Digital Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
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RODE PSA 1 Swivel Mount Studio Microphone Boom Arm
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(Budget Microphone and Desk Boom Arm)
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4️⃣ Lighting
(Video) Spekular. Modular LED "Triangle Light"
• Modular LED Light for ...
(Recommended Lighting) Elgato Key Light
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5️⃣ Encoding Software
vMix: Live Video Streaming Software. B&H prices for vMix are a little cheaper than the pirces on the vMix website. geni.us/ayF5Pk (B&H)
vMix website: www.vmix.com/
6️⃣ Dual Monitors
My 27" monitors are a few years old now. I'd recommend these Viewsonic 1080p IPS monitors. geni.us/9M3RUhv
* Do you need 4K monitors? My monitors are 1080p, but I plan on upgrading in the future.
7️⃣ Headphones (My goal is subtle and discrete headphones with a long cable)
Other Accessories I talked about in the video...
✔️ (Tabletop Tripod) RetiCAM MT01 Mini Tripod
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✔️ HDMI Cable and L-Adapter (Right Angle HDMI)
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✔️ 15 Foot HDMI Cable
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* TIP: Figure out the size of your HDMI input.
Type A: Full Size.
Type C: Mini.
Type D: Micro.
✔️ (Hair Light Video) Check out the video on how I setup my hair light...
• Cheap Three Point Ligh...
✔️ Desktop Light Stand for My Triangle Light
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✔️ Monitor Shoe Adapter (So I can angle my triangle light down slightly)
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About This Video:
In this video Sean Cannell from Think Media shares his complete checklist of live streaming equipment. If you are looking for live streaming gear and the best equipment for live streaming. This video cover budget and pro live stream gear options.
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[@ThinkMediaTV]

QOTD ⚡ What gear do you use to live stream? Let me know! 👇 ****** 🎯 Ready to learn how to get started live streaming? Check out my FREE video series with tips on the best gear and how to use live streaming to grow your following faster. Watch it here ➡️ kzbin.info/aero/PLgc0GNip2uYU1DBQ5uUpFwLGELQ6VmPdb

[@LuciaSinatra]

Thank you. I also set my home studio to live easy and be always ready to record. I am learning a lot from you, in 4 month after I updated my first video I get 4 millions views. Never been in front of a camera before in my life (only as singer), so I am improving looking at your contents. I am using Galaxy S9 to record since I start 🙈 thieves stole my equipment, no mic even I have it. Lights from Neewer. I need a huge collabs now! Help 😄

[@MorganMindsetClips]

Blue snowball ice black, logitech c270 and my pc wich is not very good tho

[@AmbientRelaxMusic]

Think Media Hi Sean and thanks for sharing! I am wondering how channels that have live streaming music only like Relaxdaily or Soothing Relaxation, what kind of software they use, as it seams they are streaming 24/7 music - how do they go about creating a 24/7 stream with different music? (It’s their own music from their own channel, just in a live stream) Hope you can clarify for me. Best Michael

[@MatthewStratton]

I use the elgato cam link with my lumix g7 and my logitec c920 as a second camera. I have one camera on myself and one on any drum machines or synths I may be using. I use the behringer 1202USB mixer for audio because I can plug my microphone and drum machines into it and have multiple audio sources on the stream. I'm using vMix HD software to stream. Oh and I use a 20 dollar lamp that I bought on amazon for light on my face haha. Works well so far. 👍

[@GuidoOliveira]

I would love to see a review of the canon m200 for live stream, that’s the one I’m planning on

[@NaturalHealthResources]

This is so great! Thank you. I needed to pick up a few of these items for my live streams. Love this so much.

[@jeffostroff]

Sean one of your best videos yet! Really cleared up a mystery for me, I just bought a new high end Nikon Z6 and was wondering how to start using it for live broadcasts, how to get video from camera to PC, even though my Samsung Galaxy S8 phone has been great on 4G network, The Nikon lenses, especially my new 50 mm 1.8 really takes it to a new level and tight depth of field separating me from the back ground. Your black magic card was the missing link for me. SUGGESTION for future video: Next you need to show us how to live stream with our camera when we are mobile, i.e. patch it through our smart phone to go live on KZbin. I take my phone into stores a lot and do product reviews live, but again, the Nikon would boost the quality into the stratosphere if I can figure out how to stream mobile with it. you'll get a million views off that one for sure.

[@AromaDelightBeautyCareProducts]

Sean, I'm so nervous about the live stream! Thank you so much for explaining this technique! I will give it a try soon!

[@TimRoseOfficial]

You'll do great, sometimes you gotta face the fear and do it anyways!

[@tombuck]

Thanks Sean! This is really helpful. My high school students do a live daily broadcast in a pretty rad studio we out together, but my streaming setup at home is kind of a mess.

[@Lifewithstan2020]

Awesome video and we are so happy to watch your video and learn from you.

[@TimRoseOfficial]

Sean is awesome! Think Media is one of the best channels around!

[@melissacaputo4292]

I love how clearly everything is laid out, so nice!

[@josephfloyd727]

Did you do the storyboard for this one?

[@shorty9569]

I absolutely love your videos! I have been studying your videos and making my own notes. Im going in full force this time 🤣 once I get the courage to talk to the camera... Wish me luck ❤️💛

[@HollyLeeCoaching]

This is my fav video of yours. So much great content that I have rewatched several times. The shure mv51 is amazing, thanks!

[@LALATE]

That is most insanely helpful video ever. LOV IT GREAT VIDEO. Gonna get everything lol

[@JahStyles]

Thanks. Very helpful and on-point videos.

[@TimRoseOfficial]

Sean this is one of the BEST live stream vids I've found. I enjoyed your others too, and I've checked out a lot of others but they don't really go into the details like you do! I am finding the livestream aspect quite intimidating to get set up, mostly because I'm on an older laptop now (5 years) that's really starting to show its age, and I don't have the budget to spend on setting up a new computer/camera etc! However, I am saving this video to my private playlist so I can refer back when I am able! Always appreciate your super helpful content, thank you my friend! 👊

[@TheTECShow]

I love sony but the A5100 has overheating problems. I had to get rid of mine because of the overheating.

[@shoemanfu4715]

Sean, the biggest game-changer for me was going to a triple monitor setup. I started using this setup when I was getting my degree in Cybersecurity and wouldn't trade it for anything!

[@emilehoffmann]

I recently just bought my equipment for starting a youtube channel. Thank you Sean for all of the videos and inspiration that you provide to all of us new creators!

[@TimRoseOfficial]

Congrats on starting your channel! :)

[@glennchristensen2392]

Good video, I like how you explained mostly everything. One thing that has been disappointing is that I haven't seen anyone talk about the amount of RAM and stuff you need on a computer to edit videos and do other management of youtube videos. The process strains my computer and I didn't think I would need a bigger one to do this thing on youtube.

[@AstenRegis]

Great video Sean. Helped me out a lot. Thank you so much, and congrats on your success.

[@ZokStar1]

G'day mate. Greetings from Melbourne Australia. Just want to say that this video was absolutely AMAZING. It was exactly what I was looking for. BRILLIANT! IF and when I decide to set my kit up, this is what I was looking for. Thank you.

[@NorthernVikingExplorer]

Thanks Sean! The info in this video is great!

[@mrmiketman]

Awesome video Sean. Just became a follower lots of information that I was looking for.

[@kowabundant]

Excellent video, I was wondering how you moved so easily between presentations and live streaming, I also think it has to do with your skill you've developed over the years. Thanks so much for sharing this really helps

[@ronlovestravel]

Your equipment list is so helpful, I will make a list for myself.

[@jeffwblanchard]

Perfect...just want I am looking for...you're the best! Thanks!

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Happy to help Jeff - keep crushing it!

[@JosephTorregrossa]

Outstanding video ! Thanks

[@jessondrums]

Great vid! i started live streaming recently! its bloody hard to get it all setup with the software n such lol. I just do it with a logitec c920 , OBS and use my rode video micro plugged into a lil usb converter thingy. When you start streaming - do you start talking once you hit start streaming in the software or once you hit go live on youtube? the lag always throws me off and I never know when to talk LOL. but hey i got my first superchat the other day for $2 so cant all be that bad 😂

[@RhinoJoeOutdoors]

Thanks for all the great tips! I need to get into live streaming!

[@thejohnnylaw]

Bro! Great video and explanation of your setup.

[@d.s.m.channel]

Thank you Sir for helpful explanation 👍

[@iSpike]

FANTASTIC! Love the right angle HDMI connector as I to have a GH5 as a webcam and been troubled by how to use the flip-out screen. THANK YOU SEAN! Cheers from #iSpike Western Australia

[@AndrewFinney]

Great video Sean! Question? Do you prefer vmix or streamyard that you've been using in IC lately? Looks like vmix has more functions? I have some issues with latency and play videos live on streamyard. Thank you and yes I'm in your VRA course and Chalene's MIA. Thanks Sean! 🤩

[@BlakeSandenMedia]

great video as always man WELL DONE

[@BeautySecretsWithFlash]

You made me start my channel this 2020. Can't wait to share my progress!

[@syrompicturez2917]

What an awesome tutorial/infomercial!!! I learned a lot from this one. Thank you for sharing

[@PhillipBridgesReviews]

Great video like always Sean. I have been thinking about doing live stream down the road. For right now I think I need to focus more on being comfortable in front of the camera which I think I'm lacking in. Any tips about getting "into the Zone" before filming a video?

[@greensacruzn9645]

I think it's really cool, you're using a different camera & camera angle showing what you'd normally be using as you face your computer. The triangular lighting setup behind your laptop is interesting. Very informative video topic, Thank You 👍

[@beMOTIONdESIGN]

So good! Love BTS as well as gear videos and this satisfied both of those desires! Thanks again for another great video!

[@ThatGuyMatt]

Awesome video man! Thanks a lot

[@DavidMiller-ur4ht]

Awesome work Sean! New to the channel, and now a fan.

[@bullworkz]

Thanks for the vid :). Lots of talk about live streaming gear and software. Awesome stuff! Curious that you have a StreamDeck but never mentioned anything about using it during your streaming sessions. Do you use it? Easier just to change up inputs using software versus hitting a button on your StreamDeck?

[@The360Electrician]

Thanks Sean, I was just in the lats live stream, incredible quality video, and content as usual. I used streamyard....stunk! First major storm of the year in Los Angeles and my internet went down 4 or 5 times. Hey Just hit record right! Thinking about the master class soon as I have time.

[@thinkwithwarren]

Hey there, loved this video. Would also love to know the exact discreet earphones you're using please? 🤗

[@sarahgardner1668]

Love your clear descriptions & tips. Is there a software you'd recommend that automates camera switching in a natural/visually comfortable way? I'm starting to stream 5am fitness classes, solo. Looking for cohesive visual output that I don't have to be hands on - because I'll be away from cam doing the fitness instruction.

[@ChrisHardwickanimaladventures]

Wow, this is a lot! I started a bare bones live stream setup but my upload speed is only 0.5 MBPS, don't think I can do it from here. Within a year or so I should be able to go full time on KZbin, thinking of getting an office down in the city where I can link to high speed internet. At that point I'll build a full command center, probably will come back to this video and buy all this gear!

[@LivingSpiritism]

Great video, Sean. Lots of great ideas. At my church we Livestream the lectures using Wirecast, but we're starting a new live podcast with a video feed so I'll check out the vMix software and see if it might be a better solution. I'd love to start and end our Livestream with a short "bumper" video intro, and from what I just saw here it looks like it's easier to do that on vMix than Wirecast. Very cool. I'm going to share this with my other friends in the podcast.

[@TheOtherPhotoGuy]

Thanks for that, like most things production it can be as simple or as complex as you like, cheers for the insight.

[@levenitaholder8550]

Ty this has been very helpful n informative.

[@veganlifeuk]

Thank you Sean for your tip you are cool more accessories for live stream now 😉😉😀

[@fernandadiaz981]

As always, amazing stuff, thanks Sean! :-)

[@themusiccritic902]

sean i love your videos,i just started doing videos on my i phone . but wanted a nice mic and here you are. thank you

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Hey Mark! Happy to help. Check out this video on smartphone mics kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJy1oWCggMpgg5I

[@user-mk8hk1es5m]

Thank you so much for this video. Lots of great info for a new streamer

[@JoshRogersRealEstateFL]

Rock solid content. Great work and thank you

[@thewritingsisters]

Great resource thank you

[@lawnporn]

Great video. Didn’t know about v mix so will check that out

[@T4Survival]

Great video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. We use Mac computers, do you have a recommendation for livestream/screen sharing software to use on a Mac?

[@DoubleDeckerAnton]

Top tips Sean...📚🔝😁👍

[@MollytheFireSafetyDog]

Thanks for the helpful tips! Can you share the link to your desk? I’ve been trying to decide what to get and I like the one you are using.

[@AmirTavassoly]

Hey man, would you be so kind enough to tell me what desk you use? It's been very frustrating for me finding a good one. Would really appreciate the help!

[@justintaylor-moneymindset4073]

My videos have gotten so much better since discovering this channel. Thank you so much 🙏

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Thanks for the feedback Justin - happy to help - keep building!

[@paglinawan0918]

Amazing videos thanks for sharing

[@cardperfectmagician]

Love it!

[@adammk11]

Nice valuable video as always Sean! My question is Camtasia good for livestream as well?

[@SleepingElephant]

Thanks.. really appreciate this.

[@PumpJuice]

I will say, finding this channel was the best thing that ever happened to me. I haven't gained any subbs or anything, just general info is great. One thing I don't like is all the reuploads of the same info.

[@lifebidesign]

Great video thank you for sharing this video with us lots of info.

[@Just8Ate]

Great tips on live streaming equipment...8)

[@CoolPrintsToday]

Sean, great video as always! Thanks for all you do, great info!

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Happy to help - keep crushing it!

[@WilliamGasingan-rx2hv]

Easy, do all your and do so I,for all communications.

[@cashino]

Just a few days ago I was asking myself how do you live stream and seeing this :-), Thank you Think Media. Always on point!

[@TimRoseOfficial]

Sean is an awesome guy! Always such great videos and so helpful

[@simardisabelle4416]

Thank you so much ! I'm starting from scratch with the equipment and you gave me a good idea about my needs. I will start teaching online and I want to use that kind of setup, wireless to be able to walk, talk and ear perfectly. I am moving a lot and I would like to get a perfect sound for my learners. Maybe you suggest to me that beautiful microphone, or the mic on me? 🙂👩🏻‍🏫

[@Cgorbunoff94]

Hey Sean! where did you get this massive beautiful desk? perfect for editing/streaming

[@BlackMusicRecordProd]

Great video i love it

[@nilssmith-yt]

Great tips!

[@belalelgendy3712]

Thanks Sean for all this useful & new information.

[@mozezg6957]

Love the info you always put out...for us who want to grow a channel...!! Appreciate you..!!

[@GospelWithTheGays]

Thanks for the video! As a new motivational KZbinr. I need all the education I can get!! Thx Sean!

[@abhishekanand5571]

Nice dude amazing video

[@TantraQuest]

Awesome tips, thank you letting us see behind the curtain

[@alexshortsplus]

Great information

[@carterconfidential7110]

awesome video! very good tips

[@GuilDormeus]

I loved this!

[@RamB0T]

Bro...because of you, I'm about to hit 1k subs. Thank you for all the great tips! 😎

[@KagZGaming]

RamB0T congraz

[@TimRoseOfficial]

Congrats! That's amazing!

[@RamB0T]

@@TimRoseOfficial ty

[@autumnkelly3224]

congrats dude! Love to see it

[@SnappyScience]

Unbelievably helpful!

[@putdur6627]

Useful info sir

[@Jordan-dl5vz]

Such a great video! Super helpful for a beginner like me 😄

[@sokizzat]

i love the triangle light eye part hahahah thanks for the recommendation

[@MarcosGarcia-op7hc]

Great job, man!

[@adamknapp497]

ThankThank you for this video :) I was able to focus my attention a bit better for vlogging I am going to do.

[@tpe690]

Love your videos. I have a camera and im trying to set myself up for KZbin as a music producer and make tutorials to help ppl to learn how to make beats. I see alot of tutorials with the video effect of the person face teaching and the other video is showing the content there teaching. My question is do I need 2 cameras or I think its called the V nix you was explaining about?

[@jamesheras7067]

such a dope set up!

[@MarvinXOnline]

Great stuff, thanks! Would really like to see your take on Streamlabs OBS and a comparative review of vMix Live!

[@MarvinXOnline]

@Conservative Truth Network Thx, will do!

[@chessoptics]

I am an absolute beginner this is too much for me right now but i love your presentation clarity and informative information if I had the money id just pay you to teach me everything in person i love your set up man damn id get this before i purchase a car its wonderful!

[@JonniArmani]

Aways great stuff Sean.)

[@TheVegasParadise]

This is definitely a BOSS live stream setup!

[@MrWrightWay]

Thanks a lot

[@katepaulo1880]

thank you so much sean

[@NowMentor]

great video man

[@ShuklaMathsAcademy]

Amazing information about lv streaming. 👍🏻

[@BlackapinoTheTechGuy]

I LOVE...My Panasonic G7...Panasonic CREW!!!. One of the reason's I bought the Panasonic was because of your Channel and Your Review.

[@mustafaawwad2035]

Really thanks, can you speak about the minimum recommended specs. for pc for the streaming.

[@TimRoseOfficial]

Would love to know as well

[@chessoptics]

i like how you wrapped the headphone wire around your ear to hide it i never thought of that thanks its cool

[@jaundicekid]

In your live stream, you do with streamyard. When do you use streamyard and when you do vmix (if i am not mistaken that is what shown on this screen) ?