All the Equipment I currently use and recommend.
By Marc Daniel Muehlberger
Founder of the Content Creation Studio Academy
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VIDEO
Main Camera:
Canon RP - This is a full frame camera, which means it has a very large sensor, that gives me better image quality and great performance in low-lit rooms.
The Canon RP costs less than 900 dollars for the body only.
The lens I use and recommend using with the Canon RP is the RF 50mm lens.
You'll need to have at least 4 feet of space between yourself and the camera to be able to use this lens and have an ideal video image composition.
If you want to show more of yourself in the frame or more of your background, get the Canon RF 35mm lens.
Standing Cam:
Canon SL3 (Also called the Canon 250D) - this is camera I use when I'm teaching standing up. It's a few hundred dollars cheaper than the Canon RP and has a smaller sensor, but you can also use it as your main camera instead of the Canon RP.
The lens I recommend using with the Canon SL3 is the 30mm Sigma Art f/1.4 lens.
If you are on a budget, get the Canon 24mm 2.8 STM , which is much cheaper, but doesn't blur the background much.
Cables to connect your camera to your PC or Mac:
You'll need a Mini HDMI to HDMI cable to connect the Canon RP or SL3 to your Computer, as well as a HDMi capture card.
Camera Mount:
I use this version of the Manfrotto Magic Arm and Clamp to mount my camera to my desk.
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AUDIO
XLR Microphones:
My main microphone is the Shure SM7dB. This is an amazing XLR mic that gets rid of background noise pretty well. The Shure SM7B or SM7dB comes with two different sized foam windscreens. Use the larger one if you want to get that radio broadcast voice and speak directly into the mic. The larger windscreen will get rid of most pop noises and breaths.
I use the smaller windscreen, because it looks nicer.
Microphone Arm:
My favorite microphone mount for the Shure SM7B is this one here.
There's a newer version of the arm too, that's a bit better designed. Get that one if you have around $30 more laying around somewhere.
Microphone Cables and Audio Interface:
You'll need these cables (these cables help get rid of electronic interferences) and this Audio Interface to connect it to your computer.
If you are super rich and want a better Audio Interface that also supports multiple mics simultaneously get this one here.
Secret Pro Tip:
Want even better sound quality out of your XLR mics?
Use this.
USB Microphones:
Alternatively you can get the Rode PodMic USB instead of the Shure SM7B and skip the audio interface and cable.
It's a dynamic microphone too, which means it gets rid of background noise pretty well. Use the Rode PSA1+ Arm with that mic, if your desk has a ledge to clamp the arm too. If not, then just use a table stand mic holder like the Rode DS2.
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LIGHTING
LED Light Panels
These are the LED light panels I currently use for my studio. Keep in mind that you'll need WIFI to set them up and change their settings.
You'll need a desk with a ledge to clamp those lights to.
Do not get the smaller or ring light version, even if it's cheaper.
If you only want to use one light and get super soft lighting, use this one. I have them too and can light my whole kitchen with one of those lights alone.
Beware, they are large though and you'll probably need a sturdy lightstand to hold them and enough space behind your desk for the lightstand too.
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EXTRAS
iPad:
I love the iPad Mini!
It's my favorite iPad, because it's so small and portable!
I use them as my digital whiteboard!
There are three different Apple Pencils,
this is the version that works with that specific iPad: Apple Pencil
Button push thingy:
If you want to be able to control Ecamm or any other app, no matter while on Zoom, use a Streamdeck for that.
Laptop:
Get this one if you like spending money on expensive things. ;) It has enough ports to be used as your main computer and the processing power and RAM to be able to use multiple apps at the same time. If you do have more money to invest, get more RAM.
Note: You cannot upgrade the RAM or SSD after purchase.
Apple computer for your home studio: (Monitor, Mouse/Trackpad and Keyboard not included)
This is the one I recommend if you want to save money and get a computer with the minimum specs.
P.S.: It's super cheap because of the minimum specs, so it does reach its limits sometimes.
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SOFTWARE
Ecamm Live Pro - I highly recommend getting the Pro Version, so that you can use Ecamm with Zoom and bring over your synced audio from Ecamm to other apps (like Zoom or Loom).
Ecamm Live Pro also has Interview Mode, which allows you to add up to 10 guests to your live-stream via a special link you can send them. They do not need to have a Mac or Ecamm to join your stream and can also join through their smartphone via its browser.
ThriveCart - My cart software of choice, since it also calculates taxes (VAT) automatically, based on the country or your customer and other important points.
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That's pretty much all for now folks :)
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