![]() This works better for us for our multi-purpose needs, and to accommodate the various bits of kit we have without the need for permanent fixings or a forest of tripods.Īs such, we use a clamp attached to the desk, which then holds an adjustable ‘arm' to position the camera in precisely the right spot. ![]() Our setup involves a large, square conference room table, with the camera and teleprompter mounted onto the far end. Mounting: Manfrotto Magic Arm + Super Clamp Ours requires the use of an iPad, on which you'll load your script or notes into a prompter app – we use the iCue app.Īnd then you control the speed and progress of the prompter text via a small remote control that comes with the teleprompter kit. We typically only use a teleprompter for pre-recorded videos rather than live-streaming, however there have been times (when doing more training-based live videos) when we've used it for the latter too. Since we started using a teleprompter for our videos, production time has been cut down to a third of what it previously was. ![]() The mixer does come in handy for us in particular due to the difference between my voice and Callie's voice.Ĭallie speaks a LOT quieter and softer than I do – so having a mixer means we can adjust the volume levels of each of our mics to balance them out before they're sent to our desktop.īut for most people, this piece of kit (while very cool) will be redundant. Once again a big factor in choosing this setup is because it's multi-purpose: designed with podcasting, live streaming and regular video production in mind. Mixer: Rodecaster Proīecause of our choice of mic (which uses traditional “XLR” cables rather than USB) we also need a mixing deck to process the audio before it's fed to our computer. Good audio is definitely worth spending money on – but a lower priced option like a Blue Yeti or Rode Podcaster will do the trick for most people. If you're only using your mics for live-streaming, however, then the Shure SM7B's are probably overkill. This is one part of our setup where you could definitely plum for a cheaper alternative – because we've over-indulged ourselves a little on the mics we use!Ī big reason for this is that we also use these mics for podcasting and it's with our podcast in mind that we have invested in broadcast quality audio. The Elgato HD60 S+ does exactly what you need on that front, and also gives you a way to run a signal to a second monitor or TV, which you can use to preview the shot (we have a small TV positioned out of shot for this very purpose) Mics: Shure SM7B This does the necessary magic on the video signal from your camera to make it appropriate for use as a webcam, and provides you with the means to connect it to your desktop or laptop via USB. You're going to need a video capture card to adapt them for this purpose. Video Capture: Elgato HD60 S+ĭSLR cameras can't just be plugged in and used the same way as a webcam. One other vital piece of kit you'll need is a dummy battery.īasically this gives you a way to connect your camera to main power rather than running it from a battery (which is a no-no due to the guaranteed overheating and also how much streaming will drain your battery power). Keep in mind, that in the above video, the camera was only 40-50cm away from me whereas with the 30mm lebs as seen in the first video further up this page the camera is probably around 2 metres away. ![]() You can see the results in the video below: Note: I did originally buy the 16mm Sigma lens for the first videos I did using the new setup, where I was shooting purely solo. The biggest difference maker in our setup is using a DSLR camera rather than a webcam.Īnd the Sony a6400 came very highly recommended.Īs most of our videos will feature both myself and Callie on screen, we need a wider shot than if we were just creating solo videos.Īs such, it was recommended that we use a 30mm lens: Sigma 30mm F1.4 Contemporary DC DN Lens for Sony So… here is a full rundown of our live video streaming setup… Camera: Sony a6400 Not only have we received a lot of positive feedback on our new and improved video – we also get asked, literally every time we go live – for details on the tech and software we're using. Posted by The Membership Guys on Friday, July 10, 2020 Level up your content strategy with segmentationĪre you trying to be all things to all people with your membership content? Truth is, by trying to cater to everyone, you end up helping no-one!In this quick video, I talk about how using segmentation in your membership strategy helps you to better serve your audience.
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