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  • Опубліковано 24 гру 2024

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  • @Senpai
    @Senpai  Рік тому +33

    What's your favorite piece of gear you own right now? I want to try some cool stuff.

    • @theoutsiderjess1869
      @theoutsiderjess1869 Рік тому

      Mine is the Xm8500, the rode podmic, and the tonor td510

    • @Deznere
      @Deznere Рік тому

      Earthworks Icon Pro and Avermedia 513.

    • @TheAgentPrime
      @TheAgentPrime Рік тому

      Tought choice, I have my stream deck+, which made me put my beacn mix create. Sadly I also had to put away the beacn mic as well because I cant seem to get it to sound good compared to my xlr mic.

    • @drewbdoo_
      @drewbdoo_ Рік тому +1

      My BEACN Mic, 100%

    • @natsurose2463
      @natsurose2463 Рік тому

      Steelseries arctis x. Unsung hero for console streaming. You can get the audio from the PC and Xbox simultaneously.

  • @LBJedi
    @LBJedi Рік тому +110

    I personally liked the second set up best; especially the mic. I think the Podmic was really easy to listen to, while the third mic sounded to sizzle-y to me. I thought the instalibk was also super cool!

    • @OswinGK
      @OswinGK Рік тому +10

      I noticed that to. I could instantly hear the difference in quality when the mics changed.

    • @oplotleni7329
      @oplotleni7329 Рік тому +3

      Loved the first mic, the second lights and the second webcam most

    • @AugustSixth
      @AugustSixth Рік тому +3

      I agree, I feel the elgato wave was nice, but the most flat.. the ride has great punchiness to the vox to keep them very up front, and the beacon deff sounds like there extra eq in the highs of the vox

    • @youspilledthis
      @youspilledthis Рік тому +2

      I did too, but he talks only about it being USB while he's using the XLR output. Which will make it sound a bit better...

    • @heistmeister
      @heistmeister 8 місяців тому

      By the 2 setup you said p60x but there stand p60c

  • @JohnScottB
    @JohnScottB Рік тому +70

    That Insta360 link camera continues to blow me away. No one has event come close to competing with it. I just wish they'd make a static version with the same sensor so it wouldn't $299.

    • @walktxrn
      @walktxrn Рік тому +6

      Nutty has a video actually comparing it to the competition, and I actually liked the competitor's video look

    • @DKTD23
      @DKTD23 Рік тому

      ​@@walktxrnyeah there's new options that can compete with it. FaceCam Pro and Razer Kiyo Pro Ultra have strong sensors and offerings.

    • @mojopimp2020
      @mojopimp2020 9 місяців тому +2

      osbot competes...

  • @villerasku
    @villerasku Рік тому +37

    The second setup was by far the favorite. Not only did the Rode Podmic sound better than the Beacn, but the Insta360 camera was easily the best looking camera.
    One thing I've wondered though with these videos, you really haven't mentioned the Steelseries Sonar software at all. Would be curious to hear what you think of it, seeing as it gives people more control over their audio completely for free.
    Just seems like it would be something that would be right up this channels alley.

    • @EmseeOne
      @EmseeOne 2 місяці тому +1

      Yes #2 had best sound and image 👍🏻

  • @junidip
    @junidip Рік тому +16

    I think I would prefer the insta 360 link just because having 1080p60 with all that functionality is nice. Plus I think the colors looked slightly better on there than the elgato facecam pro. 4k30 isn't really a huge missed opportunity since a lot of people just do 1080p as standard. Plus, I can punch in more without losing too much resolution.

  • @walktxrn
    @walktxrn Рік тому +4

    Godox ES45 for $100 is basically the Elgato Key Light, but I like it more b/c I don't need any wifi setup and working for the LIGHT to work (which is actually important for me) Elgato Key lights are nice for integrating into streamdecks (which I have 3x) but I prefer the Godox for 1/2 the price and the same/better CRI/control but with a physical control

  • @Michael-CS
    @Michael-CS Рік тому

    I just wanted to say I appreciate you and the work you and your team do. As an older guy, with more road behind him than in front of him, starting a gaming hobby UA-cam channel, on a budget, is what it is all about and your informed, thought out, and well delivered information, has guided me immensely. Giving me options allows me to mix and match based on what I can afford and what is available in the Great White North (aka CANADA). I tip my hat to you sir.

  • @louie-1674
    @louie-1674 Рік тому +2

    I love this type of content where you visualize what each budget price point would look like 👍 it helps me a lot ✨🙌🏼

  • @mberliner1988
    @mberliner1988 Рік тому +7

    Harris, I love watching your videos. I hope you're doing alright. Thanks for all the effort you put into your work.

  • @iNeato
    @iNeato Рік тому +3

    I didn’t know that that Streamdeck Plus comes with the Wavelink software! This is great! I was thinking of replacing my GoXlr Mini but couldn’t think of a replacement I liked. I use a Samson Q9U and I’m gonna have to try it out with the Streamdeck Plus with USB!

  • @theonelad3028
    @theonelad3028 Рік тому

    enjoyed the video the past few weeks have been pretty tough for me so seeing a senpai gaming video pop up boosted my mood a bit haha

  • @FrostyHots
    @FrostyHots Рік тому

    I love the Beacn Mic, Beacn Mix Create and the Elgato Stream Deck. Wonderful tools when streaming! Love the work as always

  • @johnDingoFoxVelocity
    @johnDingoFoxVelocity 4 місяці тому

    ok there is a amazing usb microphone it's made by fifine and it's the 688 series mic it has XLR and usb on 1 mic

  • @matthewcarmody2283
    @matthewcarmody2283 11 місяців тому +2

    Would it be better to get a Podmic USB or buy a podmic with an Elgato wave XLR? (Upgrading stream setup from a blue yeti)

  • @Real_Grogg
    @Real_Grogg Рік тому

    Im rockin' the first setup to a T. I feel very seen.
    Great job as always and thank you for all the tunes!

  • @finnish8flash
    @finnish8flash Рік тому

    as always another great video and def some gear i am eyeing so again harris thanks for the info and as always leaving some engagement 😁

  • @GamerGrrls
    @GamerGrrls Рік тому

    I actually bit it and picked up the face cam earlier this summer because not only you, but other streamers doing reviews and recommmendations kept raving about it. Honestly, best buy of 2023. And even better, my sound has stopped randomly choosing my cam. ;-D

  • @AndreasScult
    @AndreasScult Рік тому +1

    What do you think about Obsbot Tiny 2 beside Insta360 link?

  • @randomandy2023
    @randomandy2023 Рік тому +1

    The noise reduction plugin for wave 3 wasn't mentioned it's in the software but it lets me record in my basement with the air on and the mic sounds crystal clear.

  • @Ziggity
    @Ziggity Рік тому +6

    You should give the Razer Kiyo Pro Ultra a look. Hands down the most impressive webcam I've ever used, it beats the facecam pro and insta.

    • @CJ-uh8bk
      @CJ-uh8bk Рік тому +1

      I’m gonna check that out but from my experience Razer when it comes to mics or cameras never beat elgato 😂

  • @jonathanramsey
    @jonathanramsey Рік тому

    😊 thank you! I always like your take on gear

  • @HouseofHugh
    @HouseofHugh 11 місяців тому

    Elgato cam came in today!, this is clutch/dope; thanks for the recommendation!, true OG my G , please keep this up!

  • @unlockthepicture
    @unlockthepicture 5 місяців тому

    8:00 you can still turn those lights off using streamdeck when using the phillips hue powerplugs.

  • @wuddlebum
    @wuddlebum Рік тому +2

    The beacn mic sounds like a $10 mic, I assume it was a setting mistake cause it sounded like an old phone/radio

  • @charlie4039k
    @charlie4039k Рік тому +1

    Beacn mic for some reason sounded harsh to me. Gave me a slight headache feeling. Compared to that, the rodemic was very comfortable to listen to. I don't know why.

  • @JMIKE24
    @JMIKE24 Рік тому

    Such a great vid. Thanks!

  • @drewmorg.
    @drewmorg. Рік тому +1

    The wider FOV on the el gato PRO is nice but the cam quality just looks like a typical webcam sorry to say .. that Insta360 though is super nice quality, DSLR like. I'm wondering if the El Gato has an advantage in really low light like night time streaming with lights off .

  • @eyesWitcher
    @eyesWitcher Рік тому

    I liked the second setup. Good video-quality and good sound. Perfect lights. Thank you for showing me. 🙏👍

  • @Rahumi
    @Rahumi Рік тому +1

    10:51 🐸

  • @joslatbarcelona
    @joslatbarcelona Рік тому

    Wow! this comes in super handy so far... I was just some days ago browsing through some of your setup videos as I need to do some recordings - and my USB Rode Podcaster is not up to the task (dynamic, cardioid USB mic). I put a foam on top with a pop filter but nothing... only thing made it better is configuring the filters in OBS... (noise suppression, gain, equalizer, Expander, compressor & Limiter)
    As I understand the Stream Deck + is providing this features through its interface via software (Wave Link) right? so any microphone connected to it, like elgato Wave:3 or the XLR Wave DX... and of course BEACN one.
    On this last one I understand that it comes with all those filters in the mic hardware... noise suppression, limiter, compressor, equalizer, expander... etc... so we can affirm "this is the one" right? (for those of us having issues with microphones...) am I right? :)

  • @martykauffman
    @martykauffman Рік тому +1

    Yeah, those lights on the second and third set up those look good

  • @ShinilPayamal
    @ShinilPayamal Рік тому

    Thanks for the awesome setup video.🎙

  • @kittydee8684
    @kittydee8684 Рік тому

    Loved setup number 2. ❤

  • @StreamersDigest
    @StreamersDigest Рік тому

    @elgato on 4:11 "Those are not dials, those are KNOOOOOOOOOOOBBBSSSSS!" 😂

  • @lilsaid2k
    @lilsaid2k Рік тому

    im trying to buy a nice new mic and I watched almost all of your videos and helped picked out a bunch of my supplies that I have. my question for you is which would you rather pick Shure SM7B or the RE20 and why?

  • @vandalpaulius
    @vandalpaulius Рік тому

    Second setup is the one that actually looks good and I had to do a double take if the camera is not a mirrorless, it's actually good. The 3rd setup feels straight up bad compared to the rest

  • @bigjimstream
    @bigjimstream Рік тому

    Thanks for the content!
    Some cool setups! elgato webcam looks not so good. Quick question for you sir, what's up with the painted fingernails? Just curious, is that a cause, a fashion statement, all the above, just trying to understand. No worries.

  • @rageplays8984
    @rageplays8984 Рік тому

    Thank you for the videos with direct comparisons. Really is informative!!!!! also favorite emoji 🤭

  • @mamorris23
    @mamorris23 Рік тому +1

    2nd setup with the facecam pro, and elgato key lights.

  • @adampalooza85
    @adampalooza85 Рік тому +1

    podmic usb sounds way better than the beacn, has dsp, and works with rode unify for audio mixing/routing + sound board. it's also cheaper than the beacn

  • @elmz_thegamer6511
    @elmz_thegamer6511 Рік тому +1

    second set up is fire!!!!!

  • @Realityisgone
    @Realityisgone Рік тому +1

    Engagement!

  • @GuidoJansen-yk7ne
    @GuidoJansen-yk7ne Рік тому

    There are some great looking (also wooden) grids for the Elgato lights as well. Love how they work ánd look

  • @rickytrint1484
    @rickytrint1484 Рік тому

    A lot of the things that don't have the Elgato app with it. You can get a smart plug and connect it that way. Just you can't change anything without getting into the program (if it has one) with the Elgato stream desk.

  • @certified_proffesional
    @certified_proffesional Рік тому

    I’ve got the logitech blue sona, legato wave xlr, logi brío 500, astro A40s, and litra beam. I dont stream, but i use it for work everyday. Zero complaints.

  • @jonathanwestern3457
    @jonathanwestern3457 Рік тому

    I would love to see a video on travel mics. Mics that ppl use when their walking or playing sports. Mics that don't need any hook ups but would clearly improve videos that people recorded with their phones or cameras

  • @DanKeldsen
    @DanKeldsen Рік тому

    Hey Chris - nice succinct video. I’m really thinking of uncomplicating my setup - great to see contained options like this and the BEACN dynamic USB mic that’s at a great price point. Haven’t tried yet, but good to have real options for simplified but pro audio gear. 🎉

  • @darkrangersinc
    @darkrangersinc Рік тому

    Would the insta 360 be even close to an actual camera for the sake of UA-cam? have a Nikon Z7II and some good lenses for it would but I mostly use it for photography. I would prefer to just leave a webcam set up all the time if possible rather than having to take my mirrorless on and off my set up all the time. But don’t want to loose too much quality

  • @addepaddes
    @addepaddes Рік тому

    ofc it's up to preference and the settings you had for the mics but the Rode mic sounded more open to me :) We'll see what mic I'll pick up

  • @jjl2099
    @jjl2099 Рік тому

    You can operate the amaran software with Apple shortcuts on the stream deck or obs

  • @cthomas025
    @cthomas025 Рік тому +1

    Honestly, I've never understood why the Elgato Key Lights were recommended over Amaran products. It's legitimately just the fact that you can use the Stream Deck, there's no other pros for the Key Lights over Amaran. The Elgato Key Lights aren't even cheaper!

  • @commongroundvr
    @commongroundvr Рік тому

    Great video as always 🤘

  • @SeventhDeven
    @SeventhDeven Рік тому

    I have a similar situation. I've noticed my my face occasionally looks red-orange. I notice it happens when I have a red, orange, or gold outfit on.
    I think what's happening is the auto white balance is sampling the color of my outfit and it's trying to match the color temperature with it.
    I've learned not to wear warm colors in my streams. Then, my face is a nice, gold color, which is what I want in my streams.
    But that's not what's happening with your webcam. Even when I'm on manual white balance, it's tricky to make my face a gold color instead of red when I'm wearing warm colors. So, that's really odd.
    Maybe it's your background.

  • @AlohaCraw
    @AlohaCraw Рік тому

    I love my PC Panel, which you gave a glowing review to a while back. Is there a reason it’s not making the cut anymore?

  • @renegadesurvivalist_9041
    @renegadesurvivalist_9041 Рік тому

    Would you do a review on the steel series sonar? I think you might like it as it's a free software that doesn't need any steelseries hardware. It seems very similar to the elgato software.

  • @IamMarkSmith
    @IamMarkSmith Рік тому

    Are you still feeling the Deity mic? I bought one based upon your recommendation and I love it.

  • @urag3hard
    @urag3hard Рік тому

    Love to see your opinion of the Shure MV7

  • @mojopimp2020
    @mojopimp2020 9 місяців тому +1

    Why does the podmic sound better than the beacn?

  • @ZeroHunt3r1991
    @ZeroHunt3r1991 Рік тому

    Nice setup. But. In the 2nd setup, wouldn't I have gone with Elgato? Because the Rode Podmic has the Rode Unify app and would then have used my cell phone or tablet with touch portal as a stream deck +

  • @MrMagnificents
    @MrMagnificents 10 місяців тому +1

    Dji pocket 2 can be found cheap now with more features than the insta360 link more frame rates too

  • @andrewelder2739
    @andrewelder2739 Рік тому

    I honestly thought that second setup was with a DSLR or mirrorless! The video quality was MUCH better than #1 or #3!!

  • @TMacGamer
    @TMacGamer Рік тому

    GVM 800D RGB LED lights are fantastic & affordable for streaming or podcasts.
    They also have the option to add a grid soft box to them. There is a package you can buy with 2 lights & stands. They also have an app for your phone which is awesome.

  • @stevenmishos
    @stevenmishos Рік тому +1

    🐧a linux-only setup would be interesting to me -- would probably exclude the software options mentioned in this video.

  • @ShaunRF
    @ShaunRF Рік тому +2

    You could probably list off some honorable mentions at the end, such as the Shure MV7, etc. Just to fill things out even more. Plus, it allows you to throw a few more affiliate links in the description 😉

  • @bchiarmonte
    @bchiarmonte Рік тому

    Neewer has panel lights similar to the elgato lights and they have stream deck control as well. The gl1 in pro is a 15" light for $115 or so. They also have thr gl1c that is rgb.

  • @TrealFOET
    @TrealFOET Рік тому

    The Obsbot Tiny 2 seems to be the biggest instalink 360 competitors right now since its almost identical in features but is 4k60

  • @HERCULES0070
    @HERCULES0070 Рік тому

    I love my setup, Audio-Technica AT875R, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen, Logitech brio, $20 soft light box set and daylight bulbs from home Depot 😊

  • @colinmerryfield8615
    @colinmerryfield8615 Рік тому

    aside from the stream deck setups, one of which I own, and the software, I think Elgato has a lot of hype around it, and that's the biggest selling point. I run an Audiotechnica XLR with a behringer amp for cheaper than the elgato setup, and I have great quality audio and passthrough.

  • @DaveWickertAE7TD
    @DaveWickertAE7TD Рік тому

    The issue I have with the Elgato regular FaceCam is that it does not have a manual focus -- it only seems to have an auto focus. My auto focus keeps jumping around. Am I missing something? Manual setting somewhere? Thanks.

  • @RaikaKasakun
    @RaikaKasakun Рік тому

    Instead of elgato webcam, what about razer kiyo? Is there a reason you would pick one over the other?

  • @Sremmal
    @Sremmal Рік тому

    I really like the Samson q9u. That one is comparable with the beacn mic or podmic.

  • @Danieboy
    @Danieboy Рік тому

    Hey I was curious on what you think about the rode nt1 5th gen USB microphone also THIS VIDEO WAS AMAZING

  • @Atxurion
    @Atxurion Рік тому

    You got me. It's def the RGB for me

  • @passive-aggressive
    @passive-aggressive Рік тому

    I still can’t believe you are only at 700ish thousand subscribers. And it brings me back to - you have an amazing audience that might not be super niche but it niche enough to make it warm and friendly.
    It seems like even if you don’t have the subscribers you have the networking skills and people know you or at least they know streambeats, which makes you more known but not more popular. Would you be satisfied If you never made Senpai Gaming over 1million?

  • @TruRedCRIME
    @TruRedCRIME Рік тому

    I use
    -shure sm7b
    -rodecaster duo
    -insta 360 webcam
    -3 monitors I stole from my previous employer😅

  • @TheManOnDaCouch
    @TheManOnDaCouch Рік тому

    What model is your shotgun mic before you did the 1st setup

  • @3xcho
    @3xcho Рік тому

    That roll in to your insta advert was high iq !

  • @DKTD23
    @DKTD23 Рік тому

    Did you get a chance to test out the Kiyo Pro Ultra? It's also a great option for setup #3

  • @thehaydnpaterson
    @thehaydnpaterson Рік тому

    you are a wiz at a lot of setups and suggestions for what to buy, but i'd love to see what you'd do with an ACTUAL, realistic setup by a generic creator and what you can do to elevate it.
    I am a basic, 5 viewer andy with a AT2020 mic into a Foscurite Solo soundcard. sounds painfully boring but i'd argue this here is the most common setup from any content creator without blowing their bank or budget. it's a good mic and a good interface.
    what can WE do to elevate our setups to the next level with the gear we have? that's a real challenge for you

  • @Kwiatkowskiy
    @Kwiatkowskiy Рік тому

    i was thinking of getting a mic for my pc but what would i use it for hehe

  • @MrWubzHD2
    @MrWubzHD2 Рік тому

    would love to see a video where you show how to set up a rodecaster duo/pro to have submixes like the beacn. I can not seem to find any videos like that on youtube.

  • @sixthcrow
    @sixthcrow Рік тому

    I still consider my setup mid tier with a big BUT lol. Streamer X, Podmic, Loupedeck Live and using my DSLR as my webcam. I had the camera before, so anyone who has a camera with HDMI out already....you save yourself buying a webcam. I've gotten used to the Loupedeck software and love the way it works (Yes I disagree with your all in one profile point lol). And I green screen out my background, so don't need lights quite like that. Just one LED panel from Godox. I do miss the remote control option but haven't used it because I remove the background anyways. But ya, just a thought. Streamer X does a ton for one device.

  • @nexxai
    @nexxai Рік тому

    I love my P60x light, but the ones you showed are the P60c's (the full color ones). What are your thoughts on the color capabilities of them?

  • @anthonyvillaa
    @anthonyvillaa Рік тому

    so which is better, or which would you recommend one over the other, the insta360 or elgato facecam pro?

  • @h0verlord
    @h0verlord Рік тому

    hmm is there a way if you go with the option B - let's say USB mic you already have with Stream Deck+ so you have the wave link software - can you actually somehow hear the EQ you put on the microphone? Is it gonna be with huge latency ? I am used to having the monitoring mode on on my current mic and this would actually be a downgrade for me :(

  • @zMoochi
    @zMoochi Рік тому

    im stuck with my logitech brio , i like my Shure MV7 sounds good for me, and i use a singular box light infront of me and 2 lamp lights behind me with Cync RGBW LED bulbs, to give off that nice little glow behind me, i do have a stream deck but mostly use it for changing scenes, mute/unmute, honeslty with the brio, i found out that if you turn off the exposure and adjust your gain, and of course you need good lighting, it still looks good!, better than having the exposure on and low light compensation but, the low light compensation helps a lot with ppl with low lighting of course, just washes out your face a lot lol.

  • @smiddog62gaming
    @smiddog62gaming Рік тому

    Love your videos! As someone who’s slowly entering the streaming world this is helpful! But.. I’m about to put a studio together and would love to know how to make it more soundproof or lower my echo without adding couches and stuff. Is there a certain type or spot to put the pads on a wall or is it mostly for aesthetics on where they sit? 😊

  • @danford9646
    @danford9646 Рік тому

    TBF The Shure MV7S just got heavily discounted in the black friday sale to £179 which made it too compelling not to buy.

  • @OswinGK
    @OswinGK Рік тому +1

    I wish the BEACN had a 'boomier' sound. For the price it seems too bright imo and sounds worse than mics half the price. The only selling point on that mic for me is the software it comes with.

  • @Koyote2033
    @Koyote2033 Рік тому

    How would you compare the Rode USB mic vs the Shure MV7? I was looking at that one to transition me through to getting an XLR mixer

  • @Faith2x_116
    @Faith2x_116 6 місяців тому

    Thanks for your effort of showing me this before I spend money thanks 🙏🏾

  • @aliabdaal
    @aliabdaal Рік тому +2

    Love it

  • @minkwandering3561
    @minkwandering3561 Рік тому

    THAT LONGBOARD LOOKS SO COOOOOOL

  • @AustinW500
    @AustinW500 Рік тому

    Got a question why did Elgato get rid of the wave 1 mic

  • @NairVetGaming
    @NairVetGaming Рік тому

    Out of the second and third set up comparing those mics to say a yeti mic would those be an upgrade?

  • @mꟁnka
    @mꟁnka Рік тому

    i actually love the insta360 i feel like it has a bunch of cool features that would make a stream super fun to watch

  • @DSG-GAMING-33
    @DSG-GAMING-33 Місяць тому

    The RØDE PodMic sounds the best, it has a nice balance of tones

  • @seanmcmagic
    @seanmcmagic Рік тому

    I personally wouldn't mind picking up that Insta 360 webcam for my streams, I feel like the desktop mode and privacy features alone are worth the price tag!

  • @TiMiDiZ
    @TiMiDiZ Рік тому

    how does the beacon mic compare to something like the HyperX quadcast?

  • @bigbadjohn128
    @bigbadjohn128 Рік тому

    Great video. I'll be honest though, I love my BEACN Mic, but your thumbnail got my psyched that maybe there were color windscreens available now 😢

    • @bigbadjohn128
      @bigbadjohn128 Рік тому

      Oops, just searched it and there are!!!