Pun Markers 0:00 - 9/10 - Good start with the bunch of puns. Punchs? 3:54 - 7/10 5:52 - 7/10 9:55 - 5/10 12:06 - 7/10 - funny every time Great video and interesting setup, in a few months I'll be moving to a new house and studio and I'm excited of trying new things
A lot of people have asked how much our power bill is with this setup, but since they're all LED's, it literally isn't even noticeable. Great for a home studio!
I should've mentioned in the video that since these are all LED lights, they generate very little heat (if any) and have virtually no effect on our electric bill. In fact, there's no difference in our electric bill with this setup compared to when I started and was using only a desk lamp and ceiling fan light. 💡 Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Lit Intro & Discolures 1:40 - Not a Minimalist Setup 2:43 - My 3 Point Lighting Setup 3:46 - Key Light (Nanlite Forza 200) 4:53 - Fill Light (Dracast Silkray) 5:26 - Backlight (FalconEyes RX-818) 6:59 - Accents (Nanlite PavoTube 30C) 8:25 - Aputure MC’s in Cabinet 9:14 - Aputure B7C Bulbs for Lamps 10:07 - Intellytech Pocket Cannon Mini 10:52 - Lights Are Worth the Investment 11:48 - Level Up Your Audio & Video
In light of the situation that was some serious shade to the drum set! Good lighting makes any camera great! And your high key set up is a contrast to many on YT (me included)
I learnt something new again. So after watching this, I went back and watched some of my old interview/conversations on my IG page. And my lighten is so one way. As in I only had the one light. I didn't know anything about back lighten, accent light, overhead etc.. Live and learn. I'm such a rookie. But now I know. Thanks again
Tom I have watched all of your light setup videos over the years. It is really cool to see how you have upgraded along the process and growth of your channel. If you want to be successful at anything in life you have to invest in it, be it money, time, blood, sweat, and tears. I am in the process of setting up my space to start recording and definitely starting at the budget friendly setup. When it starts to grow and as I can I will be upgrading along the way.
Hey Tom, great video as always. I spent most of my day fiddling with the lighting in my home studio, and it's the first time I've played with lighting. Your attention to detail really shows in your studio. As far as the fan in your key light is concerned, you may be able to upgrade it. I used to build computers, and the best case fans were from a company called Noctua.
So glad you’re having fun experimenting with lighting! The fan in the light has been going strong for two years now, so I’m feeling pretty happy with it! It’s always exciting to experiment though!
So many lights! Love it. Fun to hear the evolution of your setup and how you approach it. Your lighting matches your RUclips persona - bright and cheerful. Looking forward to the Pavo Tube review!
I rarely ever do any front-of-the-camera video so I'm not too into lighting aside from one I use for zooms etc... but after seeing that crispy intro, I had to watch it all...and now I want one of those pocket canons.
I subscbsribed for the c stand video because you are the only one I could understand and who explained all I needed and left links to know what to buy because as a woman I have no idea how to mount camera kn c stand but at least now i know what to buy and how to at least try to do it and now this video..wow. amazing to help us so much!
Thanks man! Just recently got the Smallrig 120D. It is now my key light. I have a Neewer bi-color light for my backlight and a soft box for my fill. Haven’t gotten into the accents…YET. But I’ll try to keep them under 13 😂
I always wanted to know how many lights you actually use for your setup, since it looks so bright and refreshing compared to other YTs. Thanks a lot for sharing, this was very interesting 🙃 I will continue to experiment with my low budget lights for now and upgrade along the journey, as you said. Will definitely revisit this video in the future 🙃
Even though these are all high quality lights now, it definitely didn't start that way. But the idea has been consistent. So where there's a nice expensive PavoTube now, there used to be a $20 RGB floodlight. It wasn't exactly the same effect, but you can still achieve a lot while on a budget.
I just subscribed after watching your FCP vid on pre-sets and i was telling another YT buddy about how bright your light was. I was wondering how you did it. Presto! There's the video. Great content on all I've seen so far and look forward to more! Cheers!
This is so awesome to hear! Lighting is always a work in progress, but my basic setup has stayed pretty consistent. Personally, I definitely prefer "high key" lighting where everything is bold and bright, but it's also fun to play with more moody setups sometimes. 👍
Wow that's a lot of lights. Definitely looking to upgrade my lights sometime this summer. I bet I'll be coming back here when that happens 👊 keep up the great videos Tom!
Lol I've only been making content for 2 months and my God how many times I've changed and adjusted. But love your videos you make amazing content. You help me with my RUclips channel alot. You have my support on every video 🙏
Your lighting is spot on! Pun intended. But for real, it's great to see how much goes into this look because it looks great! Side note, around 6:03 where you're showing the RGB controls I see some weird green bars across the video, which look suspiciously similar to some artifacts that appeared on my last livestream too. I'm assuming that wasn't in your uploaded file, but have you noticed that anywhere else?
Thank you! And the green flashes are a weird new thing. I contacted RUclips, but they’ve also been happening on other people’s videos too. It wasn’t like that when the video was first published 🤷🏻♂️
Jeeeezzzz i thought my lighting was a lot but now I feel like i ONLY use six lights 😂😂 I replaced all my small lights with those little aperture mc’s, they’re frickin amazing, and being able to control ur background from your phone app... saves some much time and walking back and forth. 😎😎
Great video! I will take some of these suggestions under consideration next time I’m in the market for lights. Will hit the like button on my way out!!
I really think the FalconEyes is an awesome key light. The RX18 will do pretty much everything you need. Then a nice full light of some kind. Even the little Aputure MC’s can be great for that!
Great video Tom - was super interesting to see all the accent lights and how you position them. Did you have to change any of your camera framing to avoid getting the hair light in the shot?
LOVE the pavotubes. I am currently using two 6Cs to shoot a short film. My dream kit is all Aputures. Love their app functionality and just perfect build and lighting quality. I might have to rent a couple Aputure NOVA P300Cs for my next project.
I know this is unrelated but I called in to do a radio interview using my cell. I recorded it using the Rodecaster Pro SD card. Had volume on Rodecaster cell icon turned up, had volume on cell turned up. Yet my recorded voice through my podmic sounded great. The AM radio interviewer's voice was VERY low. What am I doing wrong? Thought of everything (LOL apparently not) can you suggestion what's wrong? THANKS!!!! Learned a TON from your channel.
I wish I had a more concrete answer, but off the top of my head (since I can't see the setup firsthand), I would recommend using multitrack mode if you're not already. That way you can isolate the caller's audio and boost it if necessary.
I remember when you bought those pavotubes! Crazy good set up there love it you can never have enough RGB tube lights! Looks like falcon eyes is also making them now I have the 1 foot tube and it’s awesome I really want the 4 foot tube now. Awesome job dude!
Tom I absolutely love your ethics and the statement you have available. Would you mind that if and when I want to share my videos online that I can use it as the basis for my ethics, you just say it how it is and should be. Its for me personally and not any commercial basis and I havent even started to produce any videos yet as i am still learning so much about this from channels like yours.
Hey Tom, ACES video as always man! Question for you on the Nanlite PavoTubes - how is the heat on those? I have several Godox TL 120s, and while I love them for quick b-roll lighting, I've found they give off a ton of heat in long term usage. Thanks, man!
Aloha Tom! Great video and your lighting, sound, and camera are stellar. Quick question - where did you get the desk mat (multi-color) if you have a source. Thanks!
Lighting technology has come a long way in the last few years. And as pricey as some of those LEDs can be, compared to what was available even 4-5 years ago they're practically giving them away!
It’s pretty crazy! And the fact that they take hardly any power and emit no heat is amazing. Anyone who’s burned themselves on a tungsten light knows the pain.
Hey Tom, you're the only glow light that the room needs, haha. And yes, ...I RGBelieve in you too. lol. Ummm, when are we going to get a guitar or drum solo from you? Soooo freaky, but I have the same desk clock (from amazon) AND (Ikea) CHAIR as you! You forgot to tell us where you bought your shirt (that you never change, because you look good in it) though. ;P
Haha, this is my "filming shirt"- gotta love blue plaid. And you should've seen the 3 hour live stream last week! It got a bit wacky with drums and guitar 😁
@@tombuck I was teasing of course. I actually love that shirt on you. Hopefully I won't miss your next live stream, as my wife and I were leading an online group last night too. 😊💙
This was a very intense light setup but it looks great. I totally agree with you get what you pay for. If you really need it, not cause u want it, then save and buy the good stuff. But one can start with a more economic one and work up. Also the puns 😂😂😂
The Elgato key lights are quite compact and surprisingly heavy duty. They’re usually a bit harsh when facing someone directly but look great when bounced off a wall or ceiling.
The high key setup is very enlightening. It’s shame it takes quite a bit of gear to do. People often criticize the prevalence of low key in the Tech/gear RUclips space but often it’s the most cost effective setup for video lighting for new and smaller channels
Yes and no. More lights usually do cost less money, but I’ve seen more than a few channels where the single key light alone is worth almost as much as my entire setup 🤷🏻♂️
Thank you🧡. How do you think is it a good way to get a COB light like yours, but with more silent fan, for a working computer place - I teach students online. Or it is too bright and a daylight temperature is not an ideal for constant daily activity? I actually would like to have a good light with a softbox instead of a LED panels, just not sure is this a good variant. One LED panel I already have so looking for a good key light. Also this is for lightning me, sitting at a computer, and a background, no physical boards and so on.
I don’t do a RUclips show so my lights are for interview. My main light is a Aputure 300X which is so powerfull but also very controllable. I’ve been wait for 3 months for my new Aputure NOVA P300c RGBWW LED Panel and I have 6 Aputure MC’s I keep looking at the
Hey Tom, thanks for all of your great content! I would love to know the dimensions of your office and layout of your setup. I have a large glass whiteboard that is a pain in the ass with light reflections if you have any tips on getting rid of that??
The room is about 12’ x 12’ and me desks are 6’ long. The drum set is too big 😃 As for the whiteboard, removing reflection will likely have to do with experimenting in the position of your light and camera. If you search up some videos about removing glare in people’s glasses, I bet similar techniques would apply 👍
Do you capture the heat generated by these lights to heat your jacuzzi? :-) I'm guessing most of them don't generate too much heat or use too much power these days.
@@tombuck Guess I missed the personal podcast in the list of things. Just subscribed. Love your other podcast with Peter. I'm sure your personal one is great too.
I know you don’t Stream for gaming but would you be able to do a video on how to set up a gaming stream with like obs or any other streamer application. Like best places or how to make designs/emotes for your stream?
I’d love to, but that’s a bit out of my expertise at the moment. However, I have been poking around with streamlabs.com and it seems like you can do so much with it!
It really depends on how many lights you're looking to get for under $1K. The Amaran lineup seems to be a really good overlap between affordable and semi-durable (depending on how careful your students are with equipment).
Right now I don’t have the time to build that workflow, but this is really interesting to hear. I personally prefer audio podcasts, but if enough people think video is better, then I’d like to make it a priority.
This might not be the perfect explanation, but it's related to the cycling of electricity. It usually happens so fast that your eyes wont notice it, but a camera can pick it up (depending on shutter speed, frame rate, etc). Dedicated video lights account for this and are designed to prevent flicker.
Tommy Callaway would be proud! Haha! Anyone else get some weird glitches in the video? Similar to the "glitch effect" transition but in the middle of talking about the Dracast.
Yes! I reported this to RUclips and they're looking into it. It wasn't there when the video was uploaded, but started later. I've also seen it on a few other channels, so I'm guessing it's a RUclips issue and not a "me" issue.
“It took me three and a half years to be happy with the lighting in this room.”
I felt that.
Pun Markers
0:00 - 9/10 - Good start with the bunch of puns. Punchs?
3:54 - 7/10
5:52 - 7/10
9:55 - 5/10
12:06 - 7/10 - funny every time
Great video and interesting setup, in a few months I'll be moving to a new house and studio and I'm excited of trying new things
A lot of people have asked how much our power bill is with this setup, but since they're all LED's, it literally isn't even noticeable. Great for a home studio!
I should've mentioned in the video that since these are all LED lights, they generate very little heat (if any) and have virtually no effect on our electric bill. In fact, there's no difference in our electric bill with this setup compared to when I started and was using only a desk lamp and ceiling fan light. 💡
Chapter Markers:
0:00 - Lit Intro & Discolures
1:40 - Not a Minimalist Setup
2:43 - My 3 Point Lighting Setup
3:46 - Key Light (Nanlite Forza 200)
4:53 - Fill Light (Dracast Silkray)
5:26 - Backlight (FalconEyes RX-818)
6:59 - Accents (Nanlite PavoTube 30C)
8:25 - Aputure MC’s in Cabinet
9:14 - Aputure B7C Bulbs for Lamps
10:07 - Intellytech Pocket Cannon Mini
10:52 - Lights Are Worth the Investment
11:48 - Level Up Your Audio & Video
YOU'RE HOT AND I LOVE YOU! 😘
In light of the situation that was some serious shade to the drum set!
Good lighting makes any camera great! And your high key set up is a contrast to many on YT (me included)
I’ve always wanted to put lights IN the drums. I know they make some that respond to the rhythm.
@@tombuck Drumlite makes a nice plug and play set of RGB's that can respond to rhythm
Love the lighthearted jokes! Great video, I love learning about people’s light setups!
Love the clock and was amazed at the 13 lights. Very cool.
The clock is super fun. 😁
The first 7 seconds intro cracked me up with all theses play on words, just to make it *clear* that was *brilliant* 😂
Thank you! Those little intros seriously take more time than the rest of the video 😁
That video is LIT. 😏 Okay thanks again for turning me onto something expensive that I'm obsessed with...that Nixie Tube Clock!
I learnt something new again. So after watching this, I went back and watched some of my old interview/conversations on my IG page. And my lighten is so one way. As in I only had the one light. I didn't know anything about back lighten, accent light, overhead etc.. Live and learn. I'm such a rookie. But now I know. Thanks again
You have far and away the best production on RUclips. Better quality than even MKHB
Wow thank you! I don’t know that I could ever match MKBHD’s level, but I’m completely flattered. 🙏
Nice work, Tom! Cool to see how you set all that up. Wow! Thatsa lotta lights!
It’s a whole lotta light for sure!
Tom I have watched all of your light setup videos over the years. It is really cool to see how you have upgraded along the process and growth of your channel. If you want to be successful at anything in life you have to invest in it, be it money, time, blood, sweat, and tears. I am in the process of setting up my space to start recording and definitely starting at the budget friendly setup. When it starts to grow and as I can I will be upgrading along the way.
It's definitely a process. The basic idea has stayed the same, but the purpose and quality of each light has improved over the years.
That ethics statement page is a great idea... Totally copying you with that 😬
Please do! It’s been so helpful to have. And when a company goes through it and STILL wants to work together, it’s usually a good sign.
Hey Tom, great video as always. I spent most of my day fiddling with the lighting in my home studio, and it's the first time I've played with lighting. Your attention to detail really shows in your studio.
As far as the fan in your key light is concerned, you may be able to upgrade it. I used to build computers, and the best case fans were from a company called Noctua.
So glad you’re having fun experimenting with lighting! The fan in the light has been going strong for two years now, so I’m feeling pretty happy with it!
It’s always exciting to experiment though!
Very enlightening Tom! Nice setup there with lots of options 😊
Thanks Wayne! I’m hoping there are lots of little ideas to borrow in here.
So many lights! Love it. Fun to hear the evolution of your setup and how you approach it. Your lighting matches your RUclips persona - bright and cheerful. Looking forward to the Pavo Tube review!
Thanks! I definitely love the brightness, but it doesn’t hurt or feel bright when you’re in there.
Bright idea, enlighten others, delightful video, lighting setup... coming in hot right out of the gate!
Haha, thank you!
I rarely ever do any front-of-the-camera video so I'm not too into lighting aside from one I use for zooms etc... but after seeing that crispy intro, I had to watch it all...and now I want one of those pocket canons.
They're great! Super versatile and really fun to use for accents/rim light/ etc.
I subscbsribed for the c stand video because you are the only one I could understand and who explained all I needed and left links to know what to buy because as a woman I have no idea how to mount camera kn c stand but at least now i know what to buy and how to at least try to do it and now this video..wow. amazing to help us so much!
I’m so happy that the videos have been helpful! Thank you!
Great video! Thanks for sharing. Also, your guitar collection makes me wish I didn't sell off all of mine years ago 😭 now I'm down to "only" one.
I learned my lesson. I used to sell/trade guitars pretty often but I regretted it every time. 😥
Thanks man! Just recently got the Smallrig 120D. It is now my key light. I have a Neewer bi-color light for my backlight and a soft box for my fill. Haven’t gotten into the accents…YET. But I’ll try to keep them under 13 😂
That sounds like a great setup! 😎
Don't be surprised if you suddenly find yourself surrounded by more haha
That’s a lot of interesting lights. I’m sure some combination of those would be a good fit for most people. 👍🏻
I always wanted to know how many lights you actually use for your setup, since it looks so bright and refreshing compared to other YTs.
Thanks a lot for sharing, this was very interesting 🙃
I will continue to experiment with my low budget lights for now and upgrade along the journey, as you said. Will definitely revisit this video in the future 🙃
Even though these are all high quality lights now, it definitely didn't start that way. But the idea has been consistent. So where there's a nice expensive PavoTube now, there used to be a $20 RGB floodlight. It wasn't exactly the same effect, but you can still achieve a lot while on a budget.
I just subscribed after watching your FCP vid on pre-sets and i was telling another YT buddy about how bright your light was. I was wondering how you did it. Presto! There's the video. Great content on all I've seen so far and look forward to more!
Cheers!
This is so awesome to hear! Lighting is always a work in progress, but my basic setup has stayed pretty consistent. Personally, I definitely prefer "high key" lighting where everything is bold and bright, but it's also fun to play with more moody setups sometimes. 👍
Love it! That ceiling mount would really come in handy!
Super useful! And pretty cheap too.
@@tombuck Do you have a link for them mounts?
Thank you well explained and so informative as well...watching from LA California
Well, that was an enlightening bright video light video.
An incredibly illuminating breakdown!
Very helpful video, Tom! Soo many lights! 😂
Yay! Been waiting for this one. 👍
My gift to you 😁
Not even gonna lie, just talked about lighting in my production class today!! Great Video!
It’s SO important!
Wow that's a lot of lights. Definitely looking to upgrade my lights sometime this summer. I bet I'll be coming back here when that happens 👊 keep up the great videos Tom!
Thank you!
Lol I've only been making content for 2 months and my God how many times I've changed and adjusted. But love your videos you make amazing content. You help me with my RUclips channel alot. You have my support on every video 🙏
You really have the best lighting ever on RUclips ! So Brillant ;o)
Thank you! It’s been fun to try and figure out over the years.
Your drum set looks sweet, I had one similar back in the days. Love your bright setup.
Thank you!
Your lighting is spot on!
Pun intended.
But for real, it's great to see how much goes into this look because it looks great!
Side note, around 6:03 where you're showing the RGB controls I see some weird green bars across the video, which look suspiciously similar to some artifacts that appeared on my last livestream too. I'm assuming that wasn't in your uploaded file, but have you noticed that anywhere else?
Thank you! And the green flashes are a weird new thing. I contacted RUclips, but they’ve also been happening on other people’s videos too. It wasn’t like that when the video was first published 🤷🏻♂️
Awesome lighting episode Tom! P Bass FTW!
Thank you!
Jeeeezzzz i thought my lighting was a lot but now I feel like i ONLY use six lights 😂😂 I replaced all my small lights with those little aperture mc’s, they’re frickin amazing, and being able to control ur background from your phone app... saves some much time and walking back and forth. 😎😎
They’re so great! The most useful little lights ever.
Great video! I will take some of these suggestions under consideration next time I’m in the market for lights. Will hit the like button on my way out!!
Thanks Gary!
Thanks for shining some light on the subject. 😃 I'm still not happy with my lighting. One day I'll get it right.
It’s a never ending journey. Love the icon next to your name. 😁
@@tombuck just waiting on my jacket 🤣
The videos are always quality and the jokes are always great.. LOL
Thank you!!
Wow! That's a lot of lights! Which 2 lights (two) do you really recommend for the beginner? Thats all I can afford right now. ps love your channel!
I really think the FalconEyes is an awesome key light. The RX18 will do pretty much everything you need.
Then a nice full light of some kind. Even the little Aputure MC’s can be great for that!
Lights up! Our favorite RUclipsr made another nice ass edited video!
Haha, thank you 🙏
Consistent enlightening information. Always great info.
Great video Tom - was super interesting to see all the accent lights and how you position them. Did you have to change any of your camera framing to avoid getting the hair light in the shot?
Luckily I didn’t, since my camera is almost at eye level.
LOVE the pavotubes. I am currently using two 6Cs to shoot a short film. My dream kit is all Aputures. Love their app functionality and just perfect build and lighting quality. I might have to rent a couple Aputure NOVA P300Cs for my next project.
They make some incredible lights. And yeah, the build quality is next level.
I know this is unrelated but I called in to do a radio interview using my cell. I recorded it using the Rodecaster Pro SD card. Had volume on Rodecaster cell icon turned up, had volume on cell turned up. Yet my recorded voice through my podmic sounded great. The AM radio interviewer's voice was VERY low. What am I doing wrong? Thought of everything (LOL apparently not) can you suggestion what's wrong? THANKS!!!! Learned a TON from your channel.
I wish I had a more concrete answer, but off the top of my head (since I can't see the setup firsthand), I would recommend using multitrack mode if you're not already. That way you can isolate the caller's audio and boost it if necessary.
@@tombuck Thanks for getting back to me so quick. Is that easy to do? A REAL rookie here. Again, love your videos.
I remember when you bought those pavotubes! Crazy good set up there love it you can never have enough RGB tube lights! Looks like falcon eyes is also making them now I have the 1 foot tube and it’s awesome I really want the 4 foot tube now. Awesome job dude!
They’re expensive, but I really like them. I wish I would’ve just gotten them earlier instead of mucking around with clones and knockoffs.
That retro track though!!
Tom I absolutely love your ethics and the statement you have available. Would you mind that if and when I want to share my videos online that I can use it as the basis for my ethics, you just say it how it is and should be. Its for me personally and not any commercial basis and I havent even started to produce any videos yet as i am still learning so much about this from channels like yours.
Absolutely! I’m flattered you appreciate it that much. Feel free to take it and modify however you need 👍
@@tombuck thank you so much. Greetings from the Scottish Highlands :)
Hey Tom, ACES video as always man! Question for you on the Nanlite PavoTubes - how is the heat on those? I have several Godox TL 120s, and while I love them for quick b-roll lighting, I've found they give off a ton of heat in long term usage. Thanks, man!
I have quite a few pavotubes at this point and heat has never been an issue. I’ve never even thought about it, now that I think about it 🤔
@@tombuck Well that's good to hear!
Awesome video!! Thumbs up :) 👍👍👍
Thanks Peter!
Love it! Thanks for the great info and all the jokes!
Haha, you're welcome!
Really great video !!!!!!!! Going to pass along to a friend who can use it.
Thank you! That really means a lot to me!
"There are literally thousands of uses for corn...all of which I will tell you about, right now..." - Tina (Pee-Wee's Big Adventure). 🤣🤣🤣
Big props for a Pee Wee quote 😁
Always appreciate the pun-fu!
I knew there was a technical term for it!
I love your jokes man.......great channel!
"-aperture-corner" nerdy but I loved it!
Little Gizmo could not last 1 minute in that room! *Bright Light* 😁
Aloha Tom! Great video and your lighting, sound, and camera are stellar. Quick question - where did you get the desk mat (multi-color) if you have a source. Thanks!
I think the brand is GDBT (or something along those lines) on Amazon. 👍
@@tombuck Mahalo! Found it on Amazon.
Lighting technology has come a long way in the last few years. And as pricey as some of those LEDs can be, compared to what was available even 4-5 years ago they're practically giving them away!
It’s pretty crazy! And the fact that they take hardly any power and emit no heat is amazing. Anyone who’s burned themselves on a tungsten light knows the pain.
Good deal and great Recos
Personally I think there needs to be more background separation, it's very bright
It's tv lighting, but he's done an amazing job
Hey Tom, you're the only glow light that the room needs, haha. And yes, ...I RGBelieve in you too. lol. Ummm, when are we going to get a guitar or drum solo from you? Soooo freaky, but I have the same desk clock (from amazon) AND (Ikea) CHAIR as you! You forgot to tell us where you bought your shirt (that you never change, because you look good in it) though. ;P
Haha, this is my "filming shirt"- gotta love blue plaid. And you should've seen the 3 hour live stream last week! It got a bit wacky with drums and guitar 😁
@@tombuck I was teasing of course. I actually love that shirt on you. Hopefully I won't miss your next live stream, as my wife and I were leading an online group last night too. 😊💙
This was a very intense light setup but it looks great. I totally agree with you get what you pay for. If you really need it, not cause u want it, then save and buy the good stuff. But one can start with a more economic one and work up. Also the puns 😂😂😂
It’s definitely a process. I started with a desk lamp and the light from a ceiling fan 🤷🏻♂️
@@tombuck you gotta start somewhere.
Notification gang! 👊
Ok. You’re the pun king!! 🤣😂
A title I’ll wear proudly.
Man, that is one too many lights 😂 -- Thanks, Tom!
Impossible to have too many! 😁
Wauwwwwww. Great lighting set-up. That electricity bill though... 🤔😳
They're all LED's! Very low power consumption.
@@tombuck duhhhh. Of course, LEDs 😂
Hey Tom, I have some mini lights around my monitor and also a few smaller stand ups. Do you recommend any cost affordable lights?
The Elgato key lights are quite compact and surprisingly heavy duty. They’re usually a bit harsh when facing someone directly but look great when bounced off a wall or ceiling.
YOU are a forza to be reckoned with 😂
Nice.
For 1 more option see Generay moon lights. the 18" one is a great key light
Thanks for the recommendation!
13 lights! Wow
“Delightful” ok Big Pun 🤣🤣🤣
The high key setup is very enlightening. It’s shame it takes quite a bit of gear to do. People often criticize the prevalence of low key in the Tech/gear RUclips space but often it’s the most cost effective setup for video lighting for new and smaller channels
Yes and no. More lights usually do cost less money, but I’ve seen more than a few channels where the single key light alone is worth almost as much as my entire setup 🤷🏻♂️
@@tombuck oh that’s true, I’d rather go with an army of Godox SL-60Ws and pocket rgb lights VS one big ticket COB light
Never been this early on a VIdeo, Love your Jokes, Great Lighting Setup!
Glad you like them!
Tom, how big is your studio? Mine is small-ish, and it appears yours might be as well. But it looks larger based on your shooting angles.
It’s roughly 12’ x 12’ 👍
@@tombuck Ok. Same as mine!!
Thank you🧡. How do you think is it a good way to get a COB light like yours, but with more silent fan, for a working computer place - I teach students online. Or it is too bright and a daylight temperature is not an ideal for constant daily activity? I actually would like to have a good light with a softbox instead of a LED panels, just not sure is this a good variant. One LED panel I already have so looking for a good key light. Also this is for lightning me, sitting at a computer, and a background, no physical boards and so on.
That intro was a Tungsten Twister 🥴
Bravo sir, bravo!
I come for the content but stay for the puns
I don’t do a RUclips show so my lights are for interview. My main light is a Aputure 300X which is so powerfull but also very controllable. I’ve been wait for 3 months for my new Aputure NOVA P300c RGBWW LED Panel and I have 6 Aputure MC’s I keep looking at the
We got the 300X at work a while ago and it is super bright! I love it.
Hey Tom, thanks for all of your great content!
I would love to know the dimensions of your office and layout of your setup.
I have a large glass whiteboard that is a pain in the ass with light reflections if you have any tips on getting rid of that??
The room is about 12’ x 12’ and me desks are 6’ long. The drum set is too big 😃
As for the whiteboard, removing reflection will likely have to do with experimenting in the position of your light and camera. If you search up some videos about removing glare in people’s glasses, I bet similar techniques would apply 👍
@@tombuck awesome thanks Tom!
Do you capture the heat generated by these lights to heat your jacuzzi? :-) I'm guessing most of them don't generate too much heat or use too much power these days.
They're LED's! No heat! It's magic.
Another great video. Can you shine some light on when the next Podcast will drop.
My personal podcast comes out every Monday. Peter and I will hopefully get to record our show soon now that his new studio is done.
@@tombuck Guess I missed the personal podcast in the list of things. Just subscribed. Love your other podcast with Peter. I'm sure your personal one is great too.
Haha, they’re a little different. 😬
I know you don’t Stream for gaming but would you be able to do a video on how to set up a gaming stream with like obs or any other streamer application. Like best places or how to make designs/emotes for your stream?
I’d love to, but that’s a bit out of my expertise at the moment. However, I have been poking around with streamlabs.com and it seems like you can do so much with it!
Any updates on what lighting you’d choose today if you were doing small set up at a school $1000 budget
It really depends on how many lights you're looking to get for under $1K. The Amaran lineup seems to be a really good overlap between affordable and semi-durable (depending on how careful your students are with equipment).
Thx for this
Just went to check out the price on the PavoTubes, they seem like the sort of thing I'd be able to make use of... Ulp!
Worth it though!
@@tombuck Yeah, they look great. Can't wait for the full review from you!
A “Bright” idea to “Delight” you haha
Nice
what paint brand is the blue paint on the wall? What kind of blue is it? Love the blue, can I copy?
It's Behr Marquee "Living Stream" from Home Depot.
Great video! Now save money to upgrade 😅
It’s definitely a step by step process.
Can you please make a basic setup lighting video for people starting zoom meeting. Zero knowledge with lights. Thank you
That's a great idea! I'll add it to my video idea list 👍
So many lights.
Have a sun screen close by....
I'm curious as to where you got your deskpad/large mousepad. 🤔
I found it on Amazon from a brand called GDBT
Cool. Thanks!
now i’m your fan Tom 😉
Woo hoo! 🙌 ❤️
Do you plan on adding your podcast as video podcast? I prefer seeing people talk. Just curious.
Right now I don’t have the time to build that workflow, but this is really interesting to hear. I personally prefer audio podcasts, but if enough people think video is better, then I’d like to make it a priority.
@@tombuck do a pool with us viewers see where you at for this side of things.
Great idea!
I would like to see a video about your guitars. ;)
Why DO led lights flicker?? Nice video
This might not be the perfect explanation, but it's related to the cycling of electricity. It usually happens so fast that your eyes wont notice it, but a camera can pick it up (depending on shutter speed, frame rate, etc). Dedicated video lights account for this and are designed to prevent flicker.
Tommy Callaway would be proud! Haha!
Anyone else get some weird glitches in the video? Similar to the "glitch effect" transition but in the middle of talking about the Dracast.
Yes! I reported this to RUclips and they're looking into it. It wasn't there when the video was uploaded, but started later. I've also seen it on a few other channels, so I'm guessing it's a RUclips issue and not a "me" issue.
@@tombuck I figured it was an internet/ platform issue. It didn't darken the mood anyway though. You're too lit.
Ha!