Detailed timestamps for those who are interested: 00:00-2:31 Intro 2:32-3:36 Audio (i.e. the most important element): General Info 3:36-4:32 Audio: Using an iPhone/Smartphone (best for beginners) 4:33-6:37 Audio: Using a separate mic (buy a good quality one) 6:38-8:10 Audio: Recording reaction & movie audio separately 8:11-9:39 Lighting: General Info 9:39-12:35 Lighting: Soft Light (lights & flatters face) 12:36-14:11 Lighting: Practical Light (adds depth/color/interest to video background) 14:12-15:22 Lighting: Hair Light (lights hair/head/shoulders---Natalie doesn't generally use this one) 15:23-16:23 Cameras: General Info/Advice 16:24- 18:05 Cameras: Webcams 18:05-19:24 Cameras: Other Options 19:25-20:09 Filming: OBS Streamlabs software 20:10-20:18 Filming: Other Options 20:19-20:47 Filming: Syncing Audio 20:47-22:20 Editing: Use free/cheap software in the beginning 22:21-27:45 Editing: Tips for staying within Fair Use/avoiding copyright strikes 27:55-28:58 Outro Thanks, Natalie! It was neat to get an idea of how people make these things.
Question. So I am probably going to record video on my iPhone, and audio onto my laptop (not a Mac) using a decent mic. So OBS stream labs can be used to record audio tracks onto but not to edit on? Would I need to dump the video and audio into a separate editing program? And if so, would it be better to just record audio into something like audacity and then edit in some freeware editing software?
@@anandupadhyaya1656 OBS is not an editing platform - it's for recording your screen/certain windows, audio, and optionally piping the output directly to a stream such as Twitch or RUclips streaming, or to a video file for you to edit and upload to RUclips later.
Hey dude just watched this video and saw your comment I know it's 3 years later but thought worth ago. I gonna start a reaction channel and know nothing. I gonna use obs studio. So am I supposed to record my movie and movie audio together at the same time and then record my reaction separately with no audio and just use headphones ? Any help would be appreciated thanks
@@kurtdunne1234 I would record your audio and video of your face totally separately and then manually sync them (this basically means you cannot hit pause on the video or you'll have to manually re-resync throughout your edit) when editing. But I also have done very little of this type of content - ask around more as well!
This is the kind of video I have been wanting to see for a long time. Like you said nobody really goes into the details about how its made dealing with copyrights and what not, so thanks!
Thanks for doing this, you actually answered a lot of the questions I had. I don't comment much but I just wanted to say that I love your channel and your videos always brighten my mood in these stressful days, so thank you!
u know the editing skills when u see that at 9:56 the video is perfectly sinc with the audio while playing in the pc to show us shes moving. chef's kiss
Thank you so much for this vid! It's great to see an in-depth video that explains EVERYTHING. Like you said, there are a ton of videos about how to edit, or what equipment/programs they use, but nothing about the 'dangers' of being a reactor and what to do to try an avoid being slapped with the copyright gauntlet. Anyway... back to watching ;)
I'm a sound engineer for live events. Ideally you would set your gain for your mic so that it can handle anything from a whisper to a jet engine, but a $100 mic isn't going to be able to cope with recording a jet engine, so we compromise! And on that, I'd like to suggest having two mics recording at the same time. One with a lower sensitivity/gain (or further away) so that if you blow out your normal mic while screaming, you can simply mix in/out the mics to suit the required sensitivity while editing. I've done this before manually mixing live broadcast a few times. Smooth fades and people won't even hear the change! The alternative is to get a single mic with a high SPL tolerance and then run that through a compressor.. but that's just making things expensive AND complicated. You do you, though! Love what you do and how you do it. I just love trying new things, because you never know! - An Australian fan
And also feel free to pick my brain if you need a simple explanation of how to extract decisions from the mic specs. it's always hard to find the right context for some of the specs, not to mention marketing tactics..
I'm still on RUclips because I've set boundaries for myself and have kept it fun for me. The instant it stops being that, I'll be done. Great advice Natalie!
Great to get to go behind the scenes of the Nattie G magic. No ears were damaged in the making of this video! 😃 So many things you've learned and changed along the way. I still remember your bulbs going out mid-reaction! Your mood light is fun to match up to the movie your watching. Great, informative video Nat. Thanks.
Nat, i cannot tell you how much this helps! I just started back in December but alot of these tips will really assist me, especially the Fair Use information! There isnt alot of plain information out there. You are a national treasure!
As for lighting, I bought a kit on Amazon that was $100 but it came with 4 light stands, including 2 umbrellas and 2 softboxes. It also came with a backdrop stand and 3 backdrops, white, black, and green. I've only used the green. That may be overkill for reaction videos but for mine I'm mainly standing up behind a table. I use the umbrellas to light the green screen and the softboxes for me.
Rooms may reflect back sounds that increase the projection of sounds. For instance, if you "talk to" a wall, or window the sound might reflect back louder than you're saying it. By putting a sound absorbant barried between the wall and microphone, may reduce this reflection. Something soft like cardboard, or foam works, but the harder it is, like wood, or glass, the more it will reflect. Also, objects in the room may increase or decrease this reflection. A couch is soft, made with foam and cloth. A rug on the floor (not a short pile or berber carpet, but a tall pile) would likewise reduce reflective sounds. Hard objects like wooden shelves, and tile floors reflect sound and increase levels. Malls, hospitals, bathrooms and government buildings, no matter how low people talk, amp up any conversation. Why? Tile floors, metal and or glass, and possibly tile walls (in hospitals and bathrooms) reflect the sounds made within. I'm an interior designer by trade. Purpose or use for a room, are critical information for decisions of how a room is designed, and what furnishings go into it.
Years ago, a "pop filter" was designed in recording studios by making a wire hanger into a hoop, about 4" - 6" diameter, then stretching a nylon stocking over it. This reduces some of the explosive word segments people say when talking or singing (sounds like "puh," "cuh" or "tuh"). It reduces air traveling over the microphone that causes sharp spikes in recording levels. When using one, it's critically important to NOT attach it to the mic, as it may transmit vibrations through to the mic. Modern recording studios still use them for voice actors and singers. Modern pop filters are a little more professional looking and only cost about $10, but they are still made the same way. It's not a miracle cure, but it tends to normalize spikes.
Great vid🧡 I have a question, If you record your reaction and the video you reacting seperately (so you can edit sound and image seperately), how do you sync it if you pause throughout the reaction when/if needed?? Or the only option is to sync it at the beggining and then not pause? 😩
I’ve been playing with the idea of doing my own and this was awesome to take in. I’ve been running a watch party page on Facebook and figured I might reinvent it as my reaction page. Thanks much!!!
Thank you so much Nat! Just starting my YT journey and wasn't sure how to get the reaction and movie recording separate. Also the editing part was very useful in regards to fair use. Again thank you!
Thanks so much for sharing! I enjoy your videos, and they are part of what is inspiring me to start a channel myself. I’ll probably do more commentary than reactions, but this has been so helpful!
4:09 In my film classes they would tell us if you're filming inside to unplug the refrigerator while you film because it makes noise. For my screen captured videos (software tutorials mostly) I bought a Blue Snowball but I found it on ebay for $30. The seller said her son used it once then never again. 😂 It works great for me.
This is a very helpful video and I really thank you for being so open about your own success with your fans. My only question is how do you screen capture series like Mandalorian that are original from a platform and you can’t screen record?
I have been recording video game let's plays and the Blue Yeti Nano is what I've been using. It took me a while to figure out the right settings in OBS Studio to make the mic work for my quiet voice without picking up background noise. I started off with the built in webcam and mic on my laptop but eventually upgraded to a little Logitech HD webcam, the Blue Yeti Nano, and now recently got a 3.5" ring light (that's surprisingly powerful!) that comes on a gooseneck clamp stand that also can hold my Logi webcam! And all of these have been very affordable. It's a shame I didn't get myself a light until just the last few weeks! Editing is the only thing I don't do for my let's plays, since the free program on Windows can't edit .mkv files and make my video files larger when I export them, which then makes videos take waaaaaaaaay longer to upload to RUclips since my internet sucks. Internet quality is the main reason why I just don't bother with certain things, sadly.
@@nattiegold Yeah I just don't bother editing, but I have the luxury of making video game let's plays where it's not as much of a big deal. It basically becomes mandatory for movie/TV show reactions, and I think you've been doing a great job. =)
@@blitzgirl6522 hey ,I read the part that you said it makes your video size larger, you can use an app called "HANDBRAKE" to make your video size smaller without losing quality of your video and hence uploading on RUclips easier.
how can I record the movie / movie audio by itself if OBS always blocks out the visuals for the movie or show in the capture screen through obs.. any tips ?
Great video! I always enjoy seeing the behind-the-scenes of how other people make their videos. It's especially great when they not only show, but also explain the "hows" and "whys" of their techniques. Good job!
Hey Nati! Quick question, you said you record the movie after. What program do you use for recording the movie? I’ve been stuck on figuring out how to do it. Thanks!
sorry if you've answered this already, but how do you record the film/series(with audio)? and do you compress your videos to reduce file size? if so, how? thanks in advance! this video was super helpful :)
ahhh I wish I saw this ages ago, been demotivated making reactions because of the effort it took but the tips you've said have given me hope :D thanks Nat!!
Isn't your Blue Yeti Nano a "side address" microphone? You seem to have the top pointed at your mouth but it is actually recording out of the side - so it is actually pointed at your lap. For better sound, point the front (side) of the mic at your mouth and make sure the pattern is set to cardioid (the bean shape) so it isn't recording all of the reverb off of your window. Great video. Thanks for the behind the scenes peak!
Thank you for sharing with us what you do with your videos to try and avoid issues with copyright. I'mreally enjoy reactions and was thinking about doing some myself maybe next year but was scared about getting a strik and my channel take down. But your video really helped me figure out the basics and what to look out so. Thank you! :)
I really wish I saw this about a year ago while building my horror channel reaction. I had to learn so much on my own. but I'm still glad to hear all the information thank you 😊
One thing i cant quite grasp is the actual recording process. Ive watched this video about 8 times the past few months and its helpee, and ive watched videos on editing and what not, but what i just dont get, and was touched on a bit here, is the exact recording process. Youve said record seperate but what do you mean expactly? I can kinda underdtand if i bare bone it and just have the show on at all times in a corner. But i dont get how to -talk while the show is off screen -play audio while show is offscreen Basically just have it all be seperate enough to do so. Do you just record yourself watching and not record the show/movie, then later go back and strictly record said show/movie? Do you record once but have them saved seperately? Like thats the one single thing left i domt get but nobody covers lol
Yes you just record your reaction and add the movie clip in editing. You don’t have to actually record the movie. That’s why she suggested you clap so you know when to start the movie clip
I had no idea how much I didn’t know about filming a reaction video. I was impressed with myself when I sent my sister a 20 second birthday clip with my iPhone. lol
Just came across this and its helpful but would love to see you doing the actual editing part so can see how it actually happens. Want to try do a bit of reactions to help with my mental health thanks
Don't know if it works for a reaction video setup, but in obs or streamlabs obs you can record different audio sources (mic, desktop) to different audio channels at the same time that should show up separately in your video editing software.
Thanx Natalie, I really appreciate you making this video. I really like your explosive yells, and your crying is a gem on your reactions. (Tony Stark dying) I'm just getting started and I'll be using your advice to really be good on my own channel. Again thank you.
Have you considered a double mic setup? Record with a close mic (most likely a lavelier) set to a comfortable level for your ordinary speech volume, and set up a second mic at a slight distance with lower input settings to capture louder moments with minimum peaking/overload. It would mean editing between the two channels but it should be easy to identify the loud moments from the audio waveform, and there shouldn't be any phasing issues if you're only actually using one track in the edit at any time. Definitely a luxury rather than a necessity, but just a potential route if you really want to maximise audio quality :) Also, a lot of sound recorders (or sound recording software) allows for dual recording, recording two tracks - one your normal input setting and a second set to a lower input level. It doesn't quite fix awful blown out audio, but I commonly use this as a commercial filmmaker in interview scenarios where I want to maximise the key input level, but also want a backup recorded at -6 or -12db lower than the key input level just in case.
maybe someone already asked but how or with what do you Record the movie or series you are watching? ex like a Disney serie or movie that is exclusive on the streaming service? i want to start reacting and thats one of my biggest problem
I didn’t know that about the click at the beginning of scenes in movies. That was cool! I use DaVinci Resolve for video editing, and I would probably recommend it for someone who is experienced with editing software and whose main issue is price!
I film music video reactions and edit on iMovie . And just line up the reaction with the music video , however when doing movie and tv show reactions . Where are you getting the movie and tv shows from ?
I knew there was a window behind the camera. but Good Googly moogly, that window is HUGE! So Nat filmed herself talking about the lights, then went back and shot additional footage of the lights. I was wondering how video was playing but the camera lense was covered. Nat, when you mention your second channel, you make it seem like its only gamming, but I Think this is a lovely video, your main channel viewers would be interested in.
Great info thank you so much! I'm new to this and I'm wanting to start a reaction channel. I'm sure this is a dumb question, but what do you do about the ads that play on the video you are reacting to? Thank you!
Natalie, I also am very bad with technology and I'm trying to use iMovie because it's very easy (even though it takes forever to load all that stuff) , and I found a way to insert movies into the program. But I cant insert the subtitles. How can I do that? Please help me it would mean the world 🥺❤️
I’m sincerely begging you to react to ‘A Monster Calls’. My cousin wrote the book but died halfway through and it was finished for her and turned into a movie
This was soooo helpful! My subs been asking for Hannibal reaction but I cannot get it pass copyright approval. After listening this, I might have found the reason why. Thanks sis❤
Hey thanks a ton for this!!! Ive noticed lately that when i watch a movie alone, i pause the movie every so often and comment aloud to myself, wanted to start a channel but had no idea how
Please help, I have a question- if you press pause during the movie to comment or take a bathroom break and leave the camera recording, does it throw everything out of sync when in post? I want to record the movie separately like you but it won't match up if you pause anytime during the reaction, am I wrong? Do you resync it constantly when editing?
any tips on audio delay when you are recording the movie because I recorded a movie but there is like a two second delay when someone is talking so their words don't match when they move their mouths
Detailed timestamps for those who are interested:
00:00-2:31 Intro
2:32-3:36 Audio (i.e. the most important element): General Info
3:36-4:32 Audio: Using an iPhone/Smartphone (best for beginners)
4:33-6:37 Audio: Using a separate mic (buy a good quality one)
6:38-8:10 Audio: Recording reaction & movie audio separately
8:11-9:39 Lighting: General Info
9:39-12:35 Lighting: Soft Light (lights & flatters face)
12:36-14:11 Lighting: Practical Light (adds depth/color/interest to video background)
14:12-15:22 Lighting: Hair Light (lights hair/head/shoulders---Natalie doesn't generally use this one)
15:23-16:23 Cameras: General Info/Advice
16:24- 18:05 Cameras: Webcams
18:05-19:24 Cameras: Other Options
19:25-20:09 Filming: OBS Streamlabs software
20:10-20:18 Filming: Other Options
20:19-20:47 Filming: Syncing Audio
20:47-22:20 Editing: Use free/cheap software in the beginning
22:21-27:45 Editing: Tips for staying within Fair Use/avoiding copyright strikes
27:55-28:58 Outro
Thanks, Natalie! It was neat to get an idea of how people make these things.
Thanks for the detailed timestamps your awesome...
can we get a updated 2023 version of this please nattie ? im just about to start recording my first movie reaction your a huge inspiration
In OBS Studio, I record my desktop audio to tracks 1 & 2 and my mic to tracks 1 & 3, that way I have a synced and separate audio tracks.
Question. So I am probably going to record video on my iPhone, and audio onto my laptop (not a Mac) using a decent mic. So OBS stream labs can be used to record audio tracks onto but not to edit on? Would I need to dump the video and audio into a separate editing program? And if so, would it be better to just record audio into something like audacity and then edit in some freeware editing software?
@@anandupadhyaya1656 OBS is not an editing platform - it's for recording your screen/certain windows, audio, and optionally piping the output directly to a stream such as Twitch or RUclips streaming, or to a video file for you to edit and upload to RUclips later.
@@manzell That’s very helpful. Thanks for clarifying!
Hey dude just watched this video and saw your comment I know it's 3 years later but thought worth ago. I gonna start a reaction channel and know nothing. I gonna use obs studio. So am I supposed to record my movie and movie audio together at the same time and then record my reaction separately with no audio and just use headphones ? Any help would be appreciated thanks
@@kurtdunne1234 I would record your audio and video of your face totally separately and then manually sync them (this basically means you cannot hit pause on the video or you'll have to manually re-resync throughout your edit) when editing. But I also have done very little of this type of content - ask around more as well!
This is the kind of video I have been wanting to see for a long time. Like you said nobody really goes into the details about how its made dealing with copyrights and what not, so thanks!
Bravo. Typical Nat: thoughtful, kind and considerate.
I love Brandon’s channel I’ve been following it just a little longer than I thought yours! Top quality content
"React to the movie and record it later. Then edit" That was so helpful. I suspected that this is how it's done, but NOBODY talks about it....
Thanks for doing this, you actually answered a lot of the questions I had. I don't comment much but I just wanted to say that I love your channel and your videos always brighten my mood in these stressful days, so thank you!
u know the editing skills when u see that at 9:56 the video is perfectly sinc with the audio while playing in the pc to show us shes moving. chef's kiss
You're the only person who went into detail how you record your videos. Thank you. I enjoy your movie reactions!
Thank you so much for this vid! It's great to see an in-depth video that explains EVERYTHING. Like you said, there are a ton of videos about how to edit, or what equipment/programs they use, but nothing about the 'dangers' of being a reactor and what to do to try an avoid being slapped with the copyright gauntlet. Anyway... back to watching ;)
You and Brandon are my main reaction channels, nice
I'm a sound engineer for live events. Ideally you would set your gain for your mic so that it can handle anything from a whisper to a jet engine, but a $100 mic isn't going to be able to cope with recording a jet engine, so we compromise! And on that, I'd like to suggest having two mics recording at the same time. One with a lower sensitivity/gain (or further away) so that if you blow out your normal mic while screaming, you can simply mix in/out the mics to suit the required sensitivity while editing. I've done this before manually mixing live broadcast a few times. Smooth fades and people won't even hear the change! The alternative is to get a single mic with a high SPL tolerance and then run that through a compressor.. but that's just making things expensive AND complicated. You do you, though! Love what you do and how you do it. I just love trying new things, because you never know! - An Australian fan
And also feel free to pick my brain if you need a simple explanation of how to extract decisions from the mic specs. it's always hard to find the right context for some of the specs, not to mention marketing tactics..
I'm still on RUclips because I've set boundaries for myself and have kept it fun for me. The instant it stops being that, I'll be done. Great advice Natalie!
Great to get to go behind the scenes of the Nattie G magic. No ears were damaged in the making of this video! 😃 So many things you've learned and changed along the way. I still remember your bulbs going out mid-reaction! Your mood light is fun to match up to the movie your watching. Great, informative video Nat. Thanks.
Nat, i cannot tell you how much this helps! I just started back in December but alot of these tips will really assist me, especially the Fair Use information! There isnt alot of plain information out there. You are a national treasure!
As for lighting, I bought a kit on Amazon that was $100 but it came with 4 light stands, including 2 umbrellas and 2 softboxes. It also came with a backdrop stand and 3 backdrops, white, black, and green. I've only used the green. That may be overkill for reaction videos but for mine I'm mainly standing up behind a table. I use the umbrellas to light the green screen and the softboxes for me.
Rooms may reflect back sounds that increase the projection of sounds. For instance, if you "talk to" a wall, or window the sound might reflect back louder than you're saying it. By putting a sound absorbant barried between the wall and microphone, may reduce this reflection. Something soft like cardboard, or foam works, but the harder it is, like wood, or glass, the more it will reflect.
Also, objects in the room may increase or decrease this reflection. A couch is soft, made with foam and cloth. A rug on the floor (not a short pile or berber carpet, but a tall pile) would likewise reduce reflective sounds. Hard objects like wooden shelves, and tile floors reflect sound and increase levels.
Malls, hospitals, bathrooms and government buildings, no matter how low people talk, amp up any conversation. Why? Tile floors, metal and or glass, and possibly tile walls (in hospitals and bathrooms) reflect the sounds made within.
I'm an interior designer by trade. Purpose or use for a room, are critical information for decisions of how a room is designed, and what furnishings go into it.
Can you go more indepth about the process of recording your reaction first then the movie to help with editing??
Years ago, a "pop filter" was designed in recording studios by making a wire hanger into a hoop, about 4" - 6" diameter, then stretching a nylon stocking over it. This reduces some of the explosive word segments people say when talking or singing (sounds like "puh," "cuh" or "tuh"). It reduces air traveling over the microphone that causes sharp spikes in recording levels. When using one, it's critically important to NOT attach it to the mic, as it may transmit vibrations through to the mic.
Modern recording studios still use them for voice actors and singers.
Modern pop filters are a little more professional looking and only cost about $10, but they are still made the same way. It's not a miracle cure, but it tends to normalize spikes.
Is it really a Natalie video without crying or an "I'm sorry! What!?"
The box of tissues is to hand, just in case.
Great vid🧡 I have a question, If you record your reaction and the video you reacting seperately (so you can edit sound and image seperately), how do you sync it if you pause throughout the reaction when/if needed?? Or the only option is to sync it at the beggining and then not pause? 😩
Brandon Likes Movies is the man! Thanks for this video Nat!
I’ve been playing with the idea of doing my own and this was awesome to take in. I’ve been running a watch party page on Facebook and figured I might reinvent it as my reaction page. Thanks much!!!
Thank you so much Nat! Just starting my YT journey and wasn't sure how to get the reaction and movie recording separate. Also the editing part was very useful in regards to fair use. Again thank you!
Always a good day when Natalie pops up. Fun to have an informative video. Congrats on the engagement
I've literally made all these mistakes lmao! Such a great video Nat. Thanks for sharing this viable information :)
This was amazing!! Answered a lot of my questions about longer form reaction videos. Thanks for the great video!!!
Silently we watch. And we enjoy your videos. You see nothing, but you have a happy audience.
Thanks so much for sharing! I enjoy your videos, and they are part of what is inspiring me to start a channel myself. I’ll probably do more commentary than reactions, but this has been so helpful!
One of the best insight videos thank you!
This video is awesome!! You've answered so many questions that I've had about how to properly get started. Thank you for posting!
Nice video Natalie. I like how you put things in simple terms and relatable scenarios.
Keep up the awesome videos. Cheers!
4:09 In my film classes they would tell us if you're filming inside to unplug the refrigerator while you film because it makes noise.
For my screen captured videos (software tutorials mostly) I bought a Blue Snowball but I found it on ebay for $30. The seller said her son used it once then never again. 😂 It works great for me.
Thank you so much, so kind of you to share ❤
This is a very helpful video and I really thank you for being so open about your own success with your fans. My only question is how do you screen capture series like Mandalorian that are original from a platform and you can’t screen record?
OBS Studio would work for that. Although I would think that any screen recorder should work for things like Netflix, Prime, etc.
My favorite nat reaction...
THE THING!!!
We still got to get her into cobra kai in 2021.
Cobra Kai Cobra Kai Cobra Kai!
I have been recording video game let's plays and the Blue Yeti Nano is what I've been using. It took me a while to figure out the right settings in OBS Studio to make the mic work for my quiet voice without picking up background noise. I started off with the built in webcam and mic on my laptop but eventually upgraded to a little Logitech HD webcam, the Blue Yeti Nano, and now recently got a 3.5" ring light (that's surprisingly powerful!) that comes on a gooseneck clamp stand that also can hold my Logi webcam! And all of these have been very affordable. It's a shame I didn't get myself a light until just the last few weeks!
Editing is the only thing I don't do for my let's plays, since the free program on Windows can't edit .mkv files and make my video files larger when I export them, which then makes videos take waaaaaaaaay longer to upload to RUclips since my internet sucks. Internet quality is the main reason why I just don't bother with certain things, sadly.
keep it up! honestly editing can be a headache sometimes... I have issues with Adobe all the time 😂
@@nattiegold Yeah I just don't bother editing, but I have the luxury of making video game let's plays where it's not as much of a big deal. It basically becomes mandatory for movie/TV show reactions, and I think you've been doing a great job. =)
@@blitzgirl6522 hey ,I read the part that you said it makes your video size larger, you can use an app called "HANDBRAKE" to make your video size smaller without losing quality of your video and hence uploading on RUclips easier.
how can I record the movie / movie audio by itself if OBS always blocks out the visuals for the movie or show in the capture screen through obs.. any tips ?
Great video! I always enjoy seeing the behind-the-scenes of how other people make their videos. It's especially great when they not only show, but also explain the "hows" and "whys" of their techniques. Good job!
This was so helpful, feel like I got a lot of great lighting tips for my videos, thanks Nat!
This takes some of the mystery out of the process. Thanks so much! Love your stuff!
My reaction when I pointed my ring light at my wall..... You're the best!!!
Thanks a lot for this video. I've been trying to figure this out and I learned so much more too.
Hey Nati! Quick question, you said you record the movie after. What program do you use for recording the movie? I’ve been stuck on figuring out how to do it. Thanks!
sorry if you've answered this already, but how do you record the film/series(with audio)? and do you compress your videos to reduce file size? if so, how? thanks in advance! this video was super helpful :)
Thank you so much for this video!!! I have loved your channel since Star Wars and look forward to see new videos, they really make my day.
Hello Natalie, please could you share how you record the footage from the film? Thanks!
Thank you so much for making this video! It’s been a lot of trial and error over on my channel but it’s also been a lot of fun.
you're a queen for this thank you so much
Thanks Nat! Love your videos!
Great advice and video, love the clapping part and pro tip!
ahhh I wish I saw this ages ago, been demotivated making reactions because of the effort it took but the tips you've said have given me hope :D thanks Nat!!
Isn't your Blue Yeti Nano a "side address" microphone? You seem to have the top pointed at your mouth but it is actually recording out of the side - so it is actually pointed at your lap. For better sound, point the front (side) of the mic at your mouth and make sure the pattern is set to cardioid (the bean shape) so it isn't recording all of the reverb off of your window.
Great video. Thanks for the behind the scenes peak!
So do you record the movie by itself and let the computer sit on its own while you record the movie? I don't quite understand.
This is so interesting, thank you!!! 🥰I'm not going to be making videos but I loooove reaction videos so learning how they work is so fascinating.
Also, EpochCam Pro by Elgato gives you the possibility to use your phone with OBS pretty easily, and it's dirt cheap!
this is my first nataliegold video and shes great!
Starting up a knew channel and this helped quite abit, thankyou and sending love from London ❤
Very informative and helpful! Thank you, Nattie!!!!!
Thanks, Nat, this helps a lot! I've been having all sorts of problems.
Thank you for sharing with us what you do with your videos to try and avoid issues with copyright. I'mreally enjoy reactions and was thinking about doing some myself maybe next year but was scared about getting a strik and my channel take down. But your video really helped me figure out the basics and what to look out so. Thank you! :)
in obs you can you can separate tracks so you can have youre video on one track and audio in another that's what i do!
I really wish I saw this about a year ago while building my horror channel reaction. I had to learn so much on my own. but I'm still glad to hear all the information thank you 😊
Any tips? I am starting a reaction channel on my own
One thing i cant quite grasp is the actual recording process. Ive watched this video about 8 times the past few months and its helpee, and ive watched videos on editing and what not, but what i just dont get, and was touched on a bit here, is the exact recording process.
Youve said record seperate but what do you mean expactly?
I can kinda underdtand if i bare bone it and just have the show on at all times in a corner. But i dont get how to
-talk while the show is off screen
-play audio while show is offscreen
Basically just have it all be seperate enough to do so. Do you just record yourself watching and not record the show/movie, then later go back and strictly record said show/movie? Do you record once but have them saved seperately?
Like thats the one single thing left i domt get but nobody covers lol
Yes you just record your reaction and add the movie clip in editing. You don’t have to actually record the movie. That’s why she suggested you clap so you know when to start the movie clip
I had no idea how much I didn’t know about filming a reaction video. I was impressed with myself when I sent my sister a 20 second birthday clip with my iPhone. lol
How do you find/download the movies themselves as files to use?
How do you record the movie after? That’s where I’m stuck lol
Thank you so much for this exactly what i was looking for! So helpful
Just came across this and its helpful but would love to see you doing the actual editing part so can see how it actually happens. Want to try do a bit of reactions to help with my mental health thanks
Don't know if it works for a reaction video setup, but in obs or streamlabs obs you can record different audio sources (mic, desktop) to different audio channels at the same time that should show up separately in your video editing software.
Thanx Natalie, I really appreciate you making this video. I really like your explosive yells, and your crying is a gem on your reactions. (Tony Stark dying) I'm just getting started and I'll be using your advice to really be good on my own channel. Again thank you.
Have you considered a double mic setup? Record with a close mic (most likely a lavelier) set to a comfortable level for your ordinary speech volume, and set up a second mic at a slight distance with lower input settings to capture louder moments with minimum peaking/overload. It would mean editing between the two channels but it should be easy to identify the loud moments from the audio waveform, and there shouldn't be any phasing issues if you're only actually using one track in the edit at any time. Definitely a luxury rather than a necessity, but just a potential route if you really want to maximise audio quality :)
Also, a lot of sound recorders (or sound recording software) allows for dual recording, recording two tracks - one your normal input setting and a second set to a lower input level. It doesn't quite fix awful blown out audio, but I commonly use this as a commercial filmmaker in interview scenarios where I want to maximise the key input level, but also want a backup recorded at -6 or -12db lower than the key input level just in case.
Also, I love that the lighting cutaway maintains the audio sync on the computer screen. Nice touch!
Thanks so much for all the information!
maybe someone already asked but how or with what do you Record the movie or series you are watching? ex like a Disney serie or movie that is exclusive on the streaming service? i want to start reacting and thats one of my biggest problem
Hello! Did you ever figure that part out…I am so lost how how that is done lol
I didn’t know that about the click at the beginning of scenes in movies. That was cool!
I use DaVinci Resolve for video editing, and I would probably recommend it for someone who is experienced with editing software and whose main issue is price!
Your reaction are so amazing
How do you upload source video?
The Thing was the first reaction video of yours I saw. Glad I found your channel (channels). Keep up the good work. 👍
I film music video reactions and edit on iMovie . And just line up the reaction with the music video , however when doing movie and tv show reactions . Where are you getting the movie and tv shows from ?
Great video. I learned a thing or two I didn't know. Thanks!
I knew there was a window behind the camera. but Good Googly moogly, that window is HUGE! So Nat filmed herself talking about the lights, then went back and shot additional footage of the lights. I was wondering how video was playing but the camera lense was covered.
Nat, when you mention your second channel, you make it seem like its only gamming, but I Think this is a lovely video, your main channel viewers would be interested in.
Great info thank you so much! I'm new to this and I'm wanting to start a reaction channel. I'm sure this is a dumb question, but what do you do about the ads that play on the video you are reacting to? Thank you!
Do you have like a default Pitch and Volume Change that you use when editing your videos? Like what is the sweet spot you've found?
Natalie, I also am very bad with technology and I'm trying to use iMovie because it's very easy (even though it takes forever to load all that stuff) , and I found a way to insert movies into the program. But I cant insert the subtitles. How can I do that? Please help me it would mean the world 🥺❤️
I’m sincerely begging you to react to ‘A Monster Calls’. My cousin wrote the book but died halfway through and it was finished for her and turned into a movie
How do u film the movie /show. Especially something from netflix or prime. Thanks
How do you film what you’re reacting to? I’ve tried every screen recording method i know of and still end up with the black screen
This was soooo helpful! My subs been asking for Hannibal reaction but I cannot get it pass copyright approval. After listening this, I might have found the reason why. Thanks sis❤
You didn’t explain how to get the movie recorded and editing it. Can you please explain in detail?
This was awesome, thank you for sharing! 😃👍
so how do you connect a camera and mic to your pc? i keep looking it up but can’t find anything 😭
Hey thanks a ton for this!!! Ive noticed lately that when i watch a movie alone, i pause the movie every so often and comment aloud to myself, wanted to start a channel but had no idea how
Thank you for this one, Nat! I'm looking to start doing this as a hobby(not going to monitize)... So tips to avoid mistakes are appreciated.
Please help, I have a question- if you press pause during the movie to comment or take a bathroom break and leave the camera recording, does it throw everything out of sync when in post? I want to record the movie separately like you but it won't match up if you pause anytime during the reaction, am I wrong? Do you resync it constantly when editing?
Thanks for the tips!
Tip #1: Don't accidently watch half the movie without recording. :P
LOL! I remember that one.
any tips on audio delay when you are recording the movie because I recorded a movie but there is like a two second delay when someone is talking so their words don't match when they move their mouths
Wait so do you capture the the movie on your screen when you record or do you literally record the movie with a camera pointed at the screen?
I feel like there has to be a way to record the source video/audio at the same time as the camera video/audio on two separate tracks.