Excellent video. I love the fact that your advice is ALWAYS practical. You never come off as someone who is trying to sell a product we KNOW you don't use. On the other hand, you never subscribe to the theory that cheaper is always better. Thanks for helping those of us who need balance.
Love the vid! Tom, you need a Logitech MX Master 3. It has a side scroll wheel too, crazy ergonomic and it has the same 3 device switch button as your keyboard. It's well worth it 👌
Heather has it and she LOVES it. I've tried it and it is absolutely not for me. I just don't "click" with it 😬 But I do love that you can charge it while using it. You know, like any reasonable person would expect.
@@tombuck I've worked it out, they watched too many Casey vids and decided it'd be cool to hang your mouse on the wall while charging, alongside your boosted boards. And that everyone would buy two or three so you always have one charged on the wall, ready to sc-roll.
@@tombuck They sure do the list is long. But we are looking at some exciting times ahead and some fun new toys 😁 a lot of learning in our first year and plenty of research. We can't wait to start levelling up later this month.
I like the wide shots of the studio. From the regular streamer POV the room looks so large but you are actually working with lots and lots of stuff in a small room.
Yes, the wide angle is DEFINITELY deceiving! The room itself is about 12 feet by 12 feet (4 meters by 4 meters), so it's a pretty typical bedroom size.
Aww you even mentioned the Ikea Chair! xD Missing one thing tho, not stream or audio related - what do you use to keep it all clean and suck the dust up? Studio still looks awesome! You got great taste, great smile, and amazing as usual!
Thank you! And yes, cleaning is important! I just use a few microfiber cloths and compressed air. If I need a little more "oomph" I like using a cleaner called Invisible Glass (it's usually in the automotive section of stores since it's made for car windows).
The new Rode Caster PRO looks fantastic. I always say that I need to find an internship with the props department from my favorite sci-fi shows. I want to see that hand terminal in use. I enjoyed the video. Thanks Tom.
Brand new here. First video I've seen. Absolutely LOVE this setup and love the desk mat and how well it pops color for the whole aesthetic. Terrific video!
@@tombuck Yes, It does. But mine just going to clean up (Because dust keep coming back everytime!) and I'm going to get a new external monitor. Because my current LG monitor has a screen *Burned* And there's some of my stuff to upgrade for the far future. (｡•̀ᴗ-)✧
Here ya go! amzn.to/3ayAlfX I keep them stored behind the door when not in use to prevent scratches and stuff. You'll also need to keep them clean of dust and stuff because they love it.
Great update video Tom! One suggestion: I would connect your new monitor to one of the ATEM Extreme outputs, so anything that is plugged into the atem, you can just see on the monitor. That's what I do for all my cameras whenever I set them up and I find that it is super helpful!
So I guess you shot all this before Universal Control was released? I tried a Logitech MX set because I need to switch between devices all the time, but used the return window because UC made it possible for me to go back to my lovely Apple Magic feels.
Universal Control has not been working for me, but I'd love to get it sorted out! I'm really liking the MX Keys though, so I might stick with it anyway!
Thanks for the keyboard recommendation, I hate the one I bought. Will you be doing a full review of the Blackmagic camera? I seem to recall other BM cameras are never great in low light which is unhelpful for an ENG camera where you can’t always control lighting in the situations you film in.
I was planning to do a review on it, but already had to return it. I did take a ton of notes and footage though, so who knows. I mainly borrowed it just to learn a bit more about BM cameras. It wasn't terrible in low light, but it also wasn't anywhere near something like a Sony mirrorless.
Wow, you really use as much space as you can. I got a few ideas from this video. Do you think its possible to have two different studio setting in one 12 x 8 room. I have two ideas how I wanna set up my studio. But space is very limited.
I think that could definitely be possible. Of course it depends on what you need, but if it were me, I'd have one traditional "desk" setup and then another more casual "sitting" set with a cool chair or small couch or something.
Hey Tom…. Do they not make the print of your desk pad anymore? I’ve been on the hunt for something like that for my office as it matches my office colors. Thanks for all you do :)
@@tombuck I’ve been struggling with my audio for months and because of your videos I finally had the courage to buy the shure mv7… game changer. I’m also buying the psa1+ and I’m designing a branded sleeve for it with my business name :)
nice to see behind the scenes! Thanks for the tour. I've been using an Apple keyboard and the magic mouse for two separate computers using Apple's new Universal Control feature and it works great! I finally put my second magic mouse/keyboard in the desk drawer and haven't looked back.
Very impressed with the articulating monitor arm. Is there a reason why you opted for probably the most expensive version thereof? I notice others on Amazon that are much less. Thanks
Just overall quality I guess. I knew I was going to be moving the monitor around a lot and I wanted to be sure it'd be sturdy. I also like how much padding there is on the parts that have direct contact with the desk. That being said, my wife just got a few of the $35 arms from Amazon and they seem to work just fine too 🤷🏻♂️
A Couple questions - 1. What happened to the drum set? that was one of my favorite things about your office! 2. what kind of turntable do you have there? do you actually spin vinyl or is it just for a backdrop piece? 3. what have you shot with the RED? do you film stuff free lance or have other work we could see?....oh and that Old School Ludwig Logo/Throne is awesome!
All great questions! I injured my foot a while back, so I haven't been able to play the drums as much since then. I moved the set to another room for now just to free up some space in here. I miss it in the background, but I was super tired of constantly tripping over things. The turntable is an Audio Technica something or other. Nothing fancy, but it's pretty great! I just like listening to albums while I work sometimes. And the RED was a gift from a friend a few months ago, so I've just done a few "practice" sequences with it, but nothing too crazy. It's super cool to just have this famous camera and the image quality is still pretty fantastic all these years later, but it's definitely not user friendly or super quick/easy to set up.😬
That was a very inspiring video! Thank you for sharing your awesome studio setup. It made some of those desk-spicable jokes more bearable. My first lighting setup will be arriving shortly, I look forward to creating my new studio. Cheers!
Wow, it's like I'm talking to myself. My sister in law gave me a mug for Christmas that reads "Bad puns are how eye roll". I'm actually waiting for a pair of C-stands and softboxes to arrive. I've had two Aputure lights for a couple of months now, waiting patiently in the boxes. My wife owns a vintage clothing boutique and we want to up our photography game.
Hi great video. I do have a question for you though. The Craftmen tool drawer units, where can I buy those and what size fits well underneath the Husky desks? Thanks .. Great video. Cheers 🍻.
Hey Charlez! I got mine from Lowe's. The Husky desks are height-adjustable, so mine are a little higher than a normal desk would be so that I can fit more under them. The Craftsmen chests do come with casters, but I didn't put them on since it helped keep them shorter. They're about 29 inches tall with no casters.
Hi Tom, great video with tons of information as always! Love watching your content. I had a question about the Lilliput camera monitor you have in your setup. The display shows a bunch of info from the camera displayed on that monitor. How is that you manage to get "clean" HDMI out when you stream then?
What are some good ways you've found to sync up your audio and video so the lips are consistent with the noise? Hopefully there is somewhat of an easy way since you have multiple camera angles, or do you record, check the recording, and then adjust the audio delay until it's pretty synced up?
There's really not much to it, since wireless units like the Hollyland work the same as if you had a camera connected, and then the YoloBox works just like normal (you can see examples of that in my YoloBox reviews).
Hi Tom, Thanks for sharing videos. They are REALLY helpful. I have been using my DSLR or Mirrorless cameras as my webcam and time to time changing their position. Honestly, couldn't figure out which angle is best. What are your advices in terms of where to place them (on the top of the monitor, on the side right/left ... ). I mostly do online teaching and having some issues with positioning cameras. Thanks you so much. Ps: Eye contact during the live calls is also another aspect that is my huge concern.
Hey Tom love this video and was just wondering what cable you use to connect your Mac mini to your monitor I have the same two pieces of equipment but it seems like I must use the usb a to usb c cable….are there other options? Tia Jason
Man, good to see other peoples setups. Pretty elaborate setup but very functional for the space you have. I'm wrestling with getting a standing desk or a much sturdier desk like you have here. I've not considered work benches. The issue with me is not to raise or lower but I'm 6'5" tall and I need a desk height that's not the average desk height. I love a super sturdy desk though. so this could work. How did you remove cross bars, did you have to cut the metal supports? I guess that's a downside but still figuring out the next steps.
Hi Tom, apologies if you covered this, but I'm wondering if you're able to switch between your 3 devices with the mx magic keys, with all 3 sources going to one monitor display rather than each source's display... or is it not able to do that?
@@tombuck Not sure if there are. I did recently get the mx keys and loving the keyboard so far, just hoping for some extra monitor magic. 😃 Thanks for the reply!
Hey Tom, I'm looking for a video that will show me how to place a microphone on a desk and record from my pod tracks P8 and use my Logitech 60 frames per second conference camera to just sit at my desk and record me speaking. I want to teach theology and I have the room all set up great. I will have to find tweak the lights but is there a specific video on how to just record a simple video without all the massive technology
Hi Tom, I have another interesting question for you. I’m currently running the M1 Mac Mini connected to my 34” MSI Curved Widescreen monitor. Is there a way I can add another monitor like the Samsung 32” curved together?
@@tombuck I tried, but the 2nd monitor does not respond. I purchased a USB-C to HDMI cable 4K@60Hz to use on the new monitor. Keep in mind that my main monitor is a 34” ultra widescreen MSI and the new monitor is a 32” curved basic screen. Will I have a problem adjusting each monitor’s resolution? I guess what I'm trying to suggest is that one monitor has it's own resolution and the widescreen will have the resolution to fit it's look.
I really need a new desk! But strange as it might seem I think I have an attachment to my old desk simply because I had it for so long and I am kind of a hoarder!
Heck yea! Must be a generational thing. (Utilitarian) 😉✌🏼I was looking at the husky work benches recently. LoL The other options on other youtubers just seem too “fancy”🤣
Hey Tom! Great video! Love your gear. I got the same keyboard. I got it for the same reason you changed it. It´s great and I already had that funktion on my Logitech MX Master mouse. I switch to different computers with a small button under the mouse. I wish there was a other way without having to put it upside down though...
@@tombuck What plugins do you use with it. and how did u edit it in your editing software? Because this video and your other NTG review videos sound better than other reviews. In other reviews it sounds loud and rough and not clean, crisp and smooth. Also about clipping. I saw you in mark bennett's video about the clipping problem. How did u fix it and deal with it? Because that seem a problem that so many people complain about it. Do you edit it out or what? And in that mark bennett's video even tho he said he fixed the clipping by using the -20db pad. it still sounded rough and loud and not good to my ears. I had to turn down the volume. You can hear it throughout the video but it became SO BAD in the 2:40 minute mark and onwards. This is my theory. speaking of that, i noticed some patterns while watching those review videos. When the NTG is boomed up that is when it starts to be rough and very loud but when its infront of you or on a stand below you, then that is when sounds clean and crisp. This video is an example for that. And your NTG vs GO 2 also is an example when you had them close to you on a stand. And in your Deity VO-7u review when you compared them with the NTG and GO 2 they sounded amazing again. Im not saying that when you boom them up they sound bad. In your videos. They still sound great. But in other reviews i saw that when people boom them uo its not good. Maybe my theory is not correct. And its more about where and how you use the mic. And the room sound treated or not and so on. But this is just what i noticed watch videos about the mic
Hi Tom, again what a superb video and thank you for sharing all the details of your studio set-up and gear. Very interesting for a fellow UA-camr to see. I have two questions. What picture profile do you use for FX3 and do you use a LUT in post? I have the same camera and I use Cine2 and apply Paul Leeming's LUT for that profile, but I've been having colour issues and also get some banding in my background. Any tips/thoughts/advice on your FX3 set-up for your videos would be most helpful! Thanks, Simon
Haha, it was a gift from a friend. I’ve been able to price things together and get it working again (aside from the memory card- so I can only record 2.7k to SSD).
Great tour. Maybe you could take a look at Universal Control for your keyboard and mouse dilemma. I use a Lunar Artefacts Mouse and Higround Sandstone Keyboard to control my Mac Studio, iPad Pro, and Macbook Pro. It works 95% of the time. But you might be able to drop that black magic mouse immediately and run one mouse only.
Several people have suggested this, I didn't realize it was already widely available! I've been trying to get Universal Control working, but haven't had luck so far. Clearly user error though, so I need to keep experimenting!
Tom: it doesn’t bother you when using a non-Apple Monitor with your Mac? Whenever I use a 3rd party monitor with my MacBook Pro laptop, the text is not as clear as when using it with an Apple-branded monitor. Apple removed an option to adjust sub-pixel antialiasing, making the text now blurry/fuzzy looking on other monitors. It drives me crazy.
I haven’t had any problems. I’m always impress with Apple displays when I use them though! Although I think their actual panels are either Samsung or LG. 🤔
Question Sir. Have you had any issues with you NHT-100. Cos I have had two break on me. I have it on a headphone mount. Please check your IG i sent your on image
I've used mine almost daily since getting them (they're actually the only headphones I've used since then), and they're holding up great. Definitely recommend reaching out to Rode's support team if you're having issues.
@@tombuck Yess Tom it is active now, it remain Beta but it is 100% active and well working. Just go to preference system > display (monitor) > then set it up. You have also to do some very basic stuff on you iPad if you want to control it but nothing complicated. It take 30" You will find many tutorials on youtube. ... And I hope to see yours tutorials soon on this subject 👍. Thank you Tom for all your work, you good mood, your joke with words, your perfect light studio and... Thank you to make my bank account freak-out (I have so many stuff to purchase now) 😂 😂 😂
In case you're interested I also have a "tour-ific" full studio tour video: ua-cam.com/video/dO3QZBnxhTA/v-deo.html
LOVE THIS SETUP!!! VERY HELPFUL. Thanks for sharing!
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent video. I love the fact that your advice is ALWAYS practical. You never come off as someone who is trying to sell a product we KNOW you don't use. On the other hand, you never subscribe to the theory that cheaper is always better. Thanks for helping those of us who need balance.
Love the vid! Tom, you need a Logitech MX Master 3. It has a side scroll wheel too, crazy ergonomic and it has the same 3 device switch button as your keyboard. It's well worth it 👌
Heather has it and she LOVES it. I've tried it and it is absolutely not for me. I just don't "click" with it 😬
But I do love that you can charge it while using it. You know, like any reasonable person would expect.
@@tombuck whoever came up with that charging mechanism most likely doesn't work there anymore 😂
@@tombuck I've worked it out, they watched too many Casey vids and decided it'd be cool to hang your mouse on the wall while charging, alongside your boosted boards. And that everyone would buy two or three so you always have one charged on the wall, ready to sc-roll.
Tom your video has landed at a Great time we are about to start a desk and office/studio revamp.
Most excited for the Rodecaster Pro 2 upgrade.
I’m really happy to hear that. There are a lot of little things that add up to some big changes overall 👍
@@tombuck They sure do the list is long. But we are looking at some exciting times ahead and some fun new toys 😁 a lot of learning in our first year and plenty of research. We can't wait to start levelling up later this month.
That "phone screen" thing you made is really cool. Great video by the way!
Thanks so much! Can't wait to learn the effects to bring the "hand terminal" to life.
@@tombuck 😂😂
No wonder your video quality and cinematography are so great! Nice camera setups!
I like the wide shots of the studio. From the regular streamer POV the room looks so large but you are actually working with lots and lots of stuff in a small room.
Yes, the wide angle is DEFINITELY deceiving! The room itself is about 12 feet by 12 feet (4 meters by 4 meters), so it's a pretty typical bedroom size.
@@tombuck Which model Craftsman tool cabinet are you using? I saw several but unsure of the height.
Very nice studio setup Tom
It's definitely...worth it 😬
I LOVE Expanse!!! HUGE FAN HERE.
Thank you so much for sharing your setup and gear.
It’s so good! I read the entire book series, when we watched the show, and now are wrapping up the audio books 😬
The punking, love the content bro
You may be the king of gear and gadgets.. love it! Thanks Tom! Keep up the great work!
And you're the kind of kind comments! Thanks Marty!
Aww you even mentioned the Ikea Chair! xD
Missing one thing tho, not stream or audio related - what do you use to keep it all clean and suck the dust up?
Studio still looks awesome! You got great taste, great smile, and amazing as usual!
Thank you!
And yes, cleaning is important! I just use a few microfiber cloths and compressed air. If I need a little more "oomph" I like using a cleaner called Invisible Glass (it's usually in the automotive section of stores since it's made for car windows).
Nice setup can't wait for the next one!!!
Thank you! Seems like it's become an April tradition. LOTS has changed recently, so I'm excited to share.
Great video! Tom, you are the king of overthink-king your studio setup. I love it! Peace!
I'm just deskperate for solution!
Fun! So cool to see the evolution of the space and gear as your needs have changed and you've learned new things. Love the hand terminal idea!
"Learning and Growing™"
The new Rode Caster PRO looks fantastic. I always say that I need to find an internship with the props department from my favorite sci-fi shows. I want to see that hand terminal in use. I enjoyed the video. Thanks Tom.
Thanks Aron! I need to learn the vfx part of the hand terminal idea now!
Brand new here. First video I've seen. Absolutely LOVE this setup and love the desk mat and how well it pops color for the whole aesthetic. Terrific video!
Hey thanks! I’m glad you’re here 👍
I’m still have to manage my studio room, Just going tidying things up!
X-)
Keeping things clean is always a bit of a challenge 😬
@@tombuck Yes, It does.
But mine just going to clean up (Because dust keep coming back everytime!) and I'm going to get a new external monitor.
Because my current LG monitor has a screen *Burned*
And there's some of my stuff to upgrade for the far future. (｡•̀ᴗ-)✧
Great video as always Tom! Your whole desk is like my dream desk!
Of course I wanted the link to the two acrylic bases you use in the corner for product shots. Did I miss that link in your description?
Here ya go! amzn.to/3ayAlfX
I keep them stored behind the door when not in use to prevent scratches and stuff. You'll also need to keep them clean of dust and stuff because they love it.
@@tombuck thank you “Jedi Master!”
Awww man! I miss the XL-1! My dad had one and all the kids in my high school video class hated me for it haha
Great update video Tom! One suggestion: I would connect your new monitor to one of the ATEM Extreme outputs, so anything that is plugged into the atem, you can just see on the monitor. That's what I do for all my cameras whenever I set them up and I find that it is super helpful!
I do that sometimes too! It’s super helpful!
So I guess you shot all this before Universal Control was released? I tried a Logitech MX set because I need to switch between devices all the time, but used the return window because UC made it possible for me to go back to my lovely Apple Magic feels.
Universal Control has not been working for me, but I'd love to get it sorted out! I'm really liking the MX Keys though, so I might stick with it anyway!
came for the set up tour, but the desk puns made me subscribe
This makes me indeskribably happy.
God-tier setup, man. I expected nothing less.
I like this. A lot. Thank you 🙏
Thanks for the keyboard recommendation, I hate the one I bought. Will you be doing a full review of the Blackmagic camera? I seem to recall other BM cameras are never great in low light which is unhelpful for an ENG camera where you can’t always control lighting in the situations you film in.
I was planning to do a review on it, but already had to return it. I did take a ton of notes and footage though, so who knows. I mainly borrowed it just to learn a bit more about BM cameras. It wasn't terrible in low light, but it also wasn't anywhere near something like a Sony mirrorless.
Wow, you really use as much space as you can. I got a few ideas from this video.
Do you think its possible to have two different studio setting in one 12 x 8 room. I have two ideas how I wanna set up my studio. But space is very limited.
I think that could definitely be possible. Of course it depends on what you need, but if it were me, I'd have one traditional "desk" setup and then another more casual "sitting" set with a cool chair or small couch or something.
But what is your primary lens? It lookss sooo nice. And the lighting too!
Thank you! It’s the Sony 24mm 1.4 GM 👍
Great desk tour! Love the thumbnail/b-roll corner with the backdrops :)
It's super helpful! I just want more colors now haha
Hey Tom…. Do they not make the print of your desk pad anymore? I’ve been on the hunt for something like that for my office as it matches my office colors. Thanks for all you do :)
Oh shoot, looking at the page now I don't see it anymore. Hopefully it's just out of stock?
@@tombuck I hope so! It would be perfect for my office. I’m in the process of redesigning my office. You and your wife inspired me
@@tombuck I’ve been struggling with my audio for months and because of your videos I finally had the courage to buy the shure mv7… game changer. I’m also buying the psa1+ and I’m designing a branded sleeve for it with my business name :)
Love this set up !
nice to see behind the scenes! Thanks for the tour. I've been using an Apple keyboard and the magic mouse for two separate computers using Apple's new Universal Control feature and it works great! I finally put my second magic mouse/keyboard in the desk drawer and haven't looked back.
I need to dive in to Universal Control, I think I'm missing out.
Very impressed with the articulating monitor arm. Is there a reason why you opted for probably the most expensive version thereof? I notice others on Amazon that are much less. Thanks
Just overall quality I guess. I knew I was going to be moving the monitor around a lot and I wanted to be sure it'd be sturdy. I also like how much padding there is on the parts that have direct contact with the desk.
That being said, my wife just got a few of the $35 arms from Amazon and they seem to work just fine too 🤷🏻♂️
Most professional amateur studio in this universe.
I like this- needs to be an official slogan. I’m the “most professional amateur” 😁
A Couple questions - 1. What happened to the drum set? that was one of my favorite things about your office! 2. what kind of turntable do you have there? do you actually spin vinyl or is it just for a backdrop piece? 3. what have you shot with the RED? do you film stuff free lance or have other work we could see?....oh and that Old School Ludwig Logo/Throne is awesome!
All great questions!
I injured my foot a while back, so I haven't been able to play the drums as much since then. I moved the set to another room for now just to free up some space in here. I miss it in the background, but I was super tired of constantly tripping over things.
The turntable is an Audio Technica something or other. Nothing fancy, but it's pretty great! I just like listening to albums while I work sometimes.
And the RED was a gift from a friend a few months ago, so I've just done a few "practice" sequences with it, but nothing too crazy. It's super cool to just have this famous camera and the image quality is still pretty fantastic all these years later, but it's definitely not user friendly or super quick/easy to set up.😬
I never get tired of the dad puns!
Thank you! I love to tell dad jokes.
Sometimes he even laughs.
I need to do one of these. Ima wait on my RCP2 though lol
I’d love to see your setup!
That was a very inspiring video! Thank you for sharing your awesome studio setup. It made some of those desk-spicable jokes more bearable. My first lighting setup will be arriving shortly, I look forward to creating my new studio. Cheers!
Thanks so much for the kind words Chris! Super excited to hear you’ve got some lights on the way! Hope you find them delightful 😬
Wow, it's like I'm talking to myself. My sister in law gave me a mug for Christmas that reads "Bad puns are how eye roll".
I'm actually waiting for a pair of C-stands and softboxes to arrive. I've had two Aputure lights for a couple of months now, waiting patiently in the boxes. My wife owns a vintage clothing boutique and we want to up our photography game.
Hi great video. I do have a question for you though. The Craftmen tool drawer units, where can I buy those and what size fits well underneath the Husky desks? Thanks .. Great video. Cheers 🍻.
Hey Charlez! I got mine from Lowe's. The Husky desks are height-adjustable, so mine are a little higher than a normal desk would be so that I can fit more under them.
The Craftsmen chests do come with casters, but I didn't put them on since it helped keep them shorter. They're about 29 inches tall with no casters.
@@tombuck Where can I buy the Craftmen drawers .. at Lowes? Does Home Depot carry Craftmen?
Aaaaaah, that's what those 3 keys do hahahahaha lol. Great video - thumbs up 👍👍👍
They're SO helpful!
lol I just watched your old desk setup video yesterday. Looks great!
Funny timing haha- I didn’t realize how much had changed. A lot of little things, but it all adds up.
Hi Tom, is the under-desk mount the same one you use for the SSD drive the same one you use for the Mac Mini?
Yep! There's more extra space above the hub, but it doesn't hurt anything.
Would
Be great if they added the ability to
Daisy chain 2 or more Rodecasters for
Larger groups of guests etc.
That would be super fun, and definitely useful at times.
Great looking setup.
Thanks so much Wayne!
In the vein of your puns...that's an investment worth a lot of Monet...lol. Awesome video Tom!
Maybe people will watch this and decide to Van Gogh get some new stuff for their setups!
Hi Tom, great video with tons of information as always! Love watching your content. I had a question about the Lilliput camera monitor you have in your setup. The display shows a bunch of info from the camera displayed on that monitor. How is that you manage to get "clean" HDMI out when you stream then?
What are some good ways you've found to sync up your audio and video so the lips are consistent with the noise? Hopefully there is somewhat of an easy way since you have multiple camera angles, or do you record, check the recording, and then adjust the audio delay until it's pretty synced up?
Have you had a chance to play with the Beacn equipment yet?
I haven't! From what I understand it's PC-based and I use Mac, so I don't know how much I'd be able to get out of it.
Next time, need to have a counter to track all the puns! 😂
Great video. Always love seeing other creators setups.
The dad jokes are strong with this one…excellent!
So true re: aesthetics vs practicality. Always hard to strike the balance. Your space looks great 👍
Thanks Jonathan! I love the looks of super clean/slick desk setups, but I always wonder...is any work being done there?!
@@tombuck lol yep. Or at the least they can’t possibly be holding zoom meetings with no camera and no mic 😄
Awesome studio Tom. Wish I had a bigger space on my studio lol
Space is always tough, but I think there's a certain art to making things work in a small/limited space.
Can we have a full setup of a remote Livestream ? With the yolobox pro and the wireless transmitters and cameras ?
There's really not much to it, since wireless units like the Hollyland work the same as if you had a camera connected, and then the YoloBox works just like normal (you can see examples of that in my YoloBox reviews).
Your desk is amazing!
Thanks Sammy!
Great Video as always! Two questions: The drawer - which one is it an what is the depth of it - i fail to find a good on in germany :( Thanks!
Hi Tom, Thanks for sharing videos. They are REALLY helpful. I have been using my DSLR or Mirrorless cameras as my webcam and time to time changing their position. Honestly, couldn't figure out which angle is best. What are your advices in terms of where to place them (on the top of the monitor, on the side right/left ... ). I mostly do online teaching and having some issues with positioning cameras. Thanks you so much.
Ps: Eye contact during the live calls is also another aspect that is my huge concern.
Hey Tom love this video and was just wondering what cable you use to connect your Mac mini to your monitor I have the same two pieces of equipment but it seems like I must use the usb a to usb c cable….are there other options? Tia
Jason
Holy crap 17 seconds in and I already got hit by a 4-dadpun combo 🤣
Man, good to see other peoples setups. Pretty elaborate setup but very functional for the space you have. I'm wrestling with getting a standing desk or a much sturdier desk like you have here. I've not considered work benches. The issue with me is not to raise or lower but I'm 6'5" tall and I need a desk height that's not the average desk height. I love a super sturdy desk though. so this could work. How did you remove cross bars, did you have to cut the metal supports? I guess that's a downside but still figuring out the next steps.
Do you have a link for the monitor mate
Hi Tom, apologies if you covered this, but I'm wondering if you're able to switch between your 3 devices with the mx magic keys, with all 3 sources going to one monitor display rather than each source's display... or is it not able to do that?
My monitor doesn't automatically switch based on which device is active, but maybe there are some out there that do?
@@tombuck Not sure if there are. I did recently get the mx keys and loving the keyboard so far, just hoping for some extra monitor magic. 😃 Thanks for the reply!
Hey Tom, I'm looking for a video that will show me how to place a microphone on a desk and record from my pod tracks P8 and use my Logitech 60 frames per second conference camera to just sit at my desk and record me speaking. I want to teach theology and I have the room all set up great. I will have to find tweak the lights but is there a specific video on how to just record a simple video without all the massive technology
Hi Tom, I have another interesting question for you. I’m currently running the M1 Mac Mini connected to my 34” MSI Curved Widescreen monitor. Is there a way I can add another monitor like the Samsung 32” curved together?
You should be able to run one monitor from Thunderbolt and another from hdmi 👍
@@tombuck I tried, but the 2nd monitor does not respond. I purchased a USB-C to HDMI cable 4K@60Hz to use on the new monitor. Keep in mind that my main monitor is a 34” ultra widescreen MSI and the new monitor is a 32” curved basic screen. Will I have a problem adjusting each monitor’s resolution? I guess what I'm trying to suggest is that one monitor has it's own resolution and the widescreen will have the resolution to fit it's look.
Nice setup!
Thanks! 🙏
I really need a new desk! But strange as it might seem I think I have an attachment to my old desk simply because I had it for so long and I am kind of a hoarder!
I 100% understand that. I’d love a sit/stand setup, but I’m way too attached to mine.
Heck yea! Must be a generational thing. (Utilitarian) 😉✌🏼I was looking at the husky work benches recently. LoL
The other options on other youtubers just seem too “fancy”🤣
I try and take good care of my stuff, but I'm also super clumsy and life happens to yes, utilitarian is the way to go!
Hey Tom! Great video! Love your gear. I got the same keyboard. I got it for the same reason you changed it. It´s great and I already had that funktion on my Logitech MX Master mouse. I switch to different computers with a small button under the mouse. I wish there was a other way without having to put it upside down though...
Hi Patrick, there is a way to switch automatically (software base), see here: www.logitech.com/en-us/software/features/flow.html
I'm here for the word play
Good morning Tom
Mornin’!
What mic are you using throughout the video? Let me guess, rode ntg?
Yep, it was the NTG. I recently got the Sony ECM-B1M, which is absolutely amazing if you're using a compatible Sony camera.
@@tombuck What plugins do you use with it. and how did u edit it in your editing software? Because this video and your other NTG review videos sound better than other reviews. In other reviews it sounds loud and rough and not clean, crisp and smooth.
Also about clipping. I saw you in mark bennett's video about the clipping problem. How did u fix it and deal with it? Because that seem a problem that so many people complain about it. Do you edit it out or what?
And in that mark bennett's video even tho he said he fixed the clipping by using the -20db pad. it still sounded rough and loud and not good to my ears. I had to turn down the volume. You can hear it throughout the video but it became SO BAD in the 2:40 minute mark and onwards.
This is my theory. speaking of that, i noticed some patterns while watching those review videos. When the NTG is boomed up that is when it starts to be rough and very loud but when its infront of you or on a stand below you, then that is when sounds clean and crisp. This video is an example for that. And your NTG vs GO 2 also is an example when you had them close to you on a stand. And in your Deity VO-7u review when you compared them with the NTG and GO 2 they sounded amazing again.
Im not saying that when you boom them up they sound bad. In your videos. They still sound great. But in other reviews i saw that when people boom them uo its not good. Maybe my theory is not correct. And its more about where and how you use the mic. And the room sound treated or not and so on. But this is just what i noticed watch videos about the mic
What is the brand of the monitor arm? Do you have a link to the arm?
I put links to everything in the deskription- I forget the exact brand but it’s held up really well over the past year.
Amazing video Tom! Very helpful :)
Thanks Luca!
"I love stickers almost as much as Bandrew from Podcastage..."
I can smell burnt adhesive from a distance
I should send him some stickers. 🤔
What are the lens on the A camera and B camera?
A camera is Sony 24mm 1.4GM and B camera is Sony 50 1.8 👍
Hi Tom, again what a superb video and thank you for sharing all the details of your studio set-up and gear. Very interesting for a fellow UA-camr to see. I have two questions. What picture profile do you use for FX3 and do you use a LUT in post? I have the same camera and I use Cine2 and apply Paul Leeming's LUT for that profile, but I've been having colour issues and also get some banding in my background. Any tips/thoughts/advice on your FX3 set-up for your videos would be most helpful! Thanks, Simon
it's not the puns, it's the pun face! 😂
Yowwwww. This intro is deskmazing. Hahah
Awesome!
Came for the Rodecaster II review, stayed for the dad jokes/parent puns…
The plan works 😉😎
RED 1?!?! My man Tom be flexing fr 🥵🥵🥵
Haha, it was a gift from a friend. I’ve been able to price things together and get it working again (aside from the memory card- so I can only record 2.7k to SSD).
Great tour. Maybe you could take a look at Universal Control for your keyboard and mouse dilemma. I use a Lunar Artefacts Mouse and Higround Sandstone Keyboard to control my Mac Studio, iPad Pro, and Macbook Pro. It works 95% of the time. But you might be able to drop that black magic mouse immediately and run one mouse only.
Several people have suggested this, I didn't realize it was already widely available! I've been trying to get Universal Control working, but haven't had luck so far. Clearly user error though, so I need to keep experimenting!
Very informative
Thank you, I’m happy to hear that!
👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿Awesome work space Tom, you never fail with updates to your studio👍🏿. I feel out of date since I still have the original rode caster pro 😭😭😭
Tom: it doesn’t bother you when using a non-Apple Monitor with your Mac? Whenever I use a 3rd party monitor with my MacBook Pro laptop, the text is not as clear as when using it with an Apple-branded monitor. Apple removed an option to adjust sub-pixel antialiasing, making the text now blurry/fuzzy looking on other monitors. It drives me crazy.
I haven’t had any problems. I’m always impress with Apple displays when I use them though! Although I think their actual panels are either Samsung or LG. 🤔
Legend 💯
No. I LOVED the intro. The way I reacted to was… idk! Just inDESKcribable
Tom, you know how you can tell a dad joke from others? ... It's apparent.
Came for the desk tour. Subscribed for the puns...
Best part about Tom's videos has to be all the puns :)
I'm glad you don't feel that they're pun-ishing.
So how much for that purple shure Sm7B on the wall? ;)
The our one windscreens are super affordable form reporterstore.com 👍
We kept seeing your hand via FPV so if you want to look like a real villain... you should go for a Dr Claw shot.
Next time Gadget, next time.
Your studio puns
The stickers are for yourself!
LOL the podmic got absolutely zero love and got skipped at 9:50 😅
Haha don’t worry, I still love the good old PodMic 😎
the amount of puns :D
Definitely some word play shenanigans here.
Question Sir. Have you had any issues with you NHT-100. Cos I have had two break on me. I have it on a headphone mount. Please check your IG i sent your on image
I've used mine almost daily since getting them (they're actually the only headphones I've used since then), and they're holding up great. Definitely recommend reaching out to Rode's support team if you're having issues.
But Tom.... Now you have "Apple Universal Control" to use a single keyboard and mous and pad with many monitors and mac !
Is Universal Control available now?! I thought it was still a beta thing.
@@tombuck It's beta, but available in the displays Systems Preferences.
@@tombuck Yess Tom it is active now, it remain Beta but it is 100% active and well working. Just go to preference system > display (monitor) > then set it up. You have also to do some very basic stuff on you iPad if you want to control it but nothing complicated. It take 30" You will find many tutorials on youtube. ... And I hope to see yours tutorials soon on this subject 👍. Thank you Tom for all your work, you good mood, your joke with words, your perfect light studio and... Thank you to make my bank account freak-out (I have so many stuff to purchase now) 😂 😂 😂
wow, desk jokes are desklishious
Deskfinitely.