Always enjoy the studio update tour. Often I find myself drifting off and the thought bubbles up, "I wonder what Tom Buck is doing right now..." This brings my daydreams into focus.
Thank you. This is the reason why you are my favourite channel. :-) These videos are so packed full of great advice and tips. I’m currently designing a new office studio. This is brilliant.
I always enjoy these types of videos and you’re obsoletely right, workflows and our needs change all the time. Thanks for sharing your setup, you’ve explained everything beautifully. SN: That cady for UPS is brilliant, I definitely have to grab that and a few more of those Ugreen power adapters
Great stuff great stuff , I love your delivery it's light-hearted yet accurate and you're not pushing any particular agenda it's just good fun audio video talk. And it gives me a chance to see a variety of different products and their usage. Keep up the good work up the good work up the good work.
Fantastic setup dude. I've got several of the same pieces just set up slightly different and a small footprint too. As much as I really like my Rode Streamer X its gotten to unstable to rely on, especially in some apps and software. Bummer too cause I liked having one thing for camera and mic. Love the colors and set-up. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Kevin! Interesting points on the Streamer X- I've started using mine a lot more recently because it finally seemed to be getting stable, whereas it was pretty rough for a while at the beginning and I hardly ever used it. Tough to beat a Cam Link for simplicity though .
I got the perfect desk for my music production. Spent more than I ever thought I would on a desk. One variable I didn’t think of. My cat needs a good 6in of clear space to climb into the window. Life.
Nice setup! Thanks for sharing! Your wire management does need some love. You'd be surprised how easy it is. A package of zipties and it'll be organized in no time!
Haha, I've definitely gone zip-tie crazy in the past 😁 But I've learned that I swap things out frequently enough that they can become a hassle, so even though this isn't the prettiest, it's surprisingly easy to work with and thankfully no one but our dogs sees it for the most part 😉
I always get a ton of great new ideas from your setup videos, Tom. Thanks for that! Re: good studio monitors that have a small footprint, check out the Yamaha hs3. Inexpensive and good for noncritcal listening but better than an old Bluetooth speaker.
I like that you were able to do this with an ultrawide monitor. I also have an UW setup and it always been a challenge to make things fit around it. Im in the process of designing out my new youtube studio and been watching a lot of your content for ideas :) Great work keep it going!
Hey thanks! The ultrawide can definitely make things tricky, but I just love it so much! Being able to spread so many things out on a single display is such a nice workflow.
Thanks so much! I know it could be cleaned up in some areas, but I also want to share a "real life" setup, which usually isn't quite as pretty as an Ikea catalog 😅
Ha - what are you doing here?! Yeah, it's good, isn't it :) Tom - I found the springs you were talking about - hadnt seen them in the box. Will give them a go.
Oh I love me a handheld 7b 😂 always love a studio update - in particular it's great to see the little optimisations to meet your specific requirements... Plus, every time you update it reminds me to try and cable manage my own nest 😅
..i like stirdy desks like that ! ....the desk i use over my bed, is about same size..it has weels, and is electric height adjustable..the nurses just have to push/pull the desk in/out.. a good big desk is great !
Thanks for sharing all the details and thoughts behind it. So fun to see the evolution of your space. Bonus points for the super creative sponsor piece. Bravo! P.S. Status of your podcast??? Hope all is well!
Things are good! I'm wanting to bring the podcast back with a video format now that I have the Rodecaster Video to make that whole workflow much easier, so hopefully soon!
Great walkthrough Tom! I'm still re-doing my room but the desk setup is finished. I'm still housing too much on the upper area while you've mounted a lots of stuff beneath the desk - that's neat, will explore my options for that.
@@tombuck Hm, this all gave me a couple of ideas although I'll have to (also) secure the capture cards there underneath. I'm tinkering with the Thunderbolt docks as well so... Well it would be great to have it all at a closer reach
I bought 2 72in husky workbenches from HD in January 2020, Best investment I made regarding my desk setup, I was concerned about bowing with other desks considering how much weight I have(PC, 49in monitor & 34in monitor). Has worked great for me and I def see myself holding on to them for many years to come.
Great video thanks,. You have changed the way you mount your Camera AGAIN!! :) I got the Cobra 2 from a previous Video which I love, and just by pure luck I also have the exact same SmallRig desk mount so I thought I would give it a go, and you're right, it is strong enough to hold my A7RV in a small Ulanzi cage and using the iFootage head .. so thanks I honestly wouldn't have even tried it but it holds nice and steady .. although now I have a spare Cobra 2 lol :) but I am sure I will find a use for it as it's great for portability. thanks as always Tom.
Yeah, the Cobra is great too! I really like this Smallrig mount, but the only downside is that I am a bit limited in where I can put it, whereas the Cobra could be moved around the desk more easily. Definitely pros and cons to both!
Reporterstore.com has a huge variety, but shipping can be a bit much sometimes. DocPopps.com has a smaller selection but pricing is better if you're in the U.S. All filters are great quality from either place though!
4:13 fun fact: I did IT for doctors’ offices ca 1995. A couple calls I got involved “ghosts” typing things that the caller had typed days or weeks earlier. They had keyboards that could record key strokes, maybe for a template or a signature sequence to be used again and again. They had accidentally recorded most of letters they had typed, and then accidentally hit the “play” key, causing the “ghost” to type out those long passages from days of yore. 😂😂😂
Nice sponsor tie in! and thanks to Motion array to save us some puns!! YEAH Procaster! I have several Power bars from a Server room that has a plug like every 6 inches. Wash your mouth out with soap I have to have to have the fastest computer!! Clearly a better setup! Nice video Mr. Rodecaster!
2:15 - IK iLOUD MICRO MONITORS looks like product for you - great, flat sound for audio-editing but they are small and also you can connect with them via bluetooth
Tom, you are my last hope! I bought a Rode Caster DUO and I can't figure out how to connect a wireless speaker to it and listen to music from it while simultaneously controlling the volume with a mixer! In go hlr, I did it through Line in, and then I'll understand it! Please tell me!!!
Thanks Tom. This is super helpful. Especially for the power supplies and high-speed cables folks need to think about. Can you tell me what Pantone blue color paint is on your wall or better yet the name of the color and brand? I went to Home Depot, and nothing came close. Thanks for all your insight and help
It’s Behr “Living Stream” from Home Depot, but I originally got it in 2015 so I don’t know if it’s still around. Email me tom@himynameistom.com and I can send you a photo of the label with their color code on it. 👍
Yeah, that's my one gripe with it. I tried adding a tripod extension tube, but for some reason they used a slightly modified screw on their clamp that only seems to work with the standard base. If it were just a regular 3/8 or 1/4 20 it could work with anything!
Love the new set-up! It's always fun to tune in see what you have been up to and nerd out from afar (on audio production stuff in particular). For desktop speakers that sound very good and don't take up much room on the desktop, try the Bose Companion 2 Series III Multimedia Speaker System. I've been very happy with mine for about a year. Is your bass amp back there solid state? I'm a long-term confirmed tube guy although I don't currently have an bass gear. Really used to like my Rickenbacker and Hofner through a Traynor YB-300A through an old 2x15 Fender Bassman cabinet. Plenty loud enough for the bars my now defunct mid-life crisis band (too much band crisis and drama after four years) used to play plus the occasional outdoor event. Kind Regards,
Thanks for the recommendation on the Bose speakers! I'll have to take a look at them. And yeah, the amp is solid state, but I've really been using my Line6 pedal more than anything for the past year or so. It's so nice! Probably not nearly as much fun as your rig though. 😁
Tom, great video as always. Do you have a wiring diagram that you can share of how you connect Cameras and Mics to the three Rodeo devices - RODECaster Duo, RODECaster Video and Streamer X. Cheers.
Don't sell yourself short.... I take on cord management from kind of a "Dada point of view. That spaghetti under your desk is beautiful, and don't let anyone tell you otherwise!
Great video Tom, your setup is awesome. Can you do a audio guide on the software portion? Like what do you do to your audio once you load it on your editing software. I use similar hardware as you for audio and your audio sounds way better than mine.
That's definitely something I could put together! I don't really do too much though, to be honest. The Rodecaster presets are usually enough when I'm using those devices, otherwise a little bit of compression in Final Cut and thats about it! But it could be worth making a video on for sure 👍
It's been on my feedback list, so hopefully at some point! I don't know how that stuff works, but that seems like hopefully a simple enough feature to add.
Do you have any tests of the Camlink4k and StreamerX comparison? I use a Panasonic G7 with the Camlink4k. It is buttery smooth at 1080p/60 on ECamm but has a minor frame loss when I bump to 4k/30. Wondering if the StreamerX would do better with the 4k signal? I also use a Mac Mini M1.
I don't have a direct comparison, but in my experience they're very similar. I sometimes get a bit of choppiness at 24fps on both, but 30fps is usually great (and Streamer X has gotten a lot more reliable too with recent updates).
Im actually trying to find a way to make my set up wireless to use a wireless xlr system to use on my gaming set up. I have an eletric standing desk and the lack of cable management is bothering me and I want to fix it. I Also dont like seeing my cables bunched up together in a basket or something
Do you leave the cameras switched into the on position so when you hit the button for the wall brick they just automatically turn on? I’ve been scared to do that in my studio because I’m not sure how the cameras will handle it. I’m using an A7iv, a7c, fx30, and a6600.
I turn the actual cameras themselves off. But if you use a dummy battery setup instead of USB, then you could leave them switched on and control everything from the remote since the cameras wouldn't have to have their batteries installed and then would only be on when there's direct power. Now that I type that it seems like a smarter way to go...
Oh definitely! My filming table has a manual sit/stand crank which is nice, but it'd be cool to have a work desk that can change. I just really like my old workbench table though, so I'm happy to stick with it.
Tom, you did an amazing job with this set up my man! I feel like you should like host a RUclips show called pimp my desk where you help people with their desk set ups! Haha! Also, I sincerely apologize my friend, but I seem to have somehow lost our email thread. I think I just accidentally hit the archive button but for whatever reason it’s not showing up there for me to be able to move it back. Could you give me a favor when you get a chance and just go into our thread and just send me like another one sentence reply so that I can get caught up on replying back to you. I went to reply today as I accidentally realized that you had been in there for a day or two and now like I said it’s gone D’oh!
Having watched this video and the one about your full studio revamp a while back, I'm curious. With a room size of 12 by 12, are you running all of your electronics on a single 15 amp circuit/breaker?
Hi, Tom I always enjoy your videos. One question. What lens are you using to shoot this video. Been thinking to get one for my Sony A6100 I have small space. But your image looks good. Any suggestions. Thank you
You mentioned that the Sony ZV-1F (where do they come up with these names?!) is a great overhead camera. What is it about this camera that you like so much for overhead use?
I like that it has a super low profile lens, so even though it doesn't have the same versatility as a zoom lens would, it's easier to keep out of the frame and turns on/off instantly. It's just a nifty little camera all around! But yeah, the names are insane.
I’m noticing the ATEM is not featured anymore, and I need a switcher, but the rode is overkill for me. I need ISO, but want to keep the cords minimal. Any word if Ulanzi is going to add ISO recs to their DD02? Have you used it?
I actually have one on the way! But truthfully I don’t know how much I’d trust them to add advanced features like that, so the ATEM Mini Pro ISO is probably still the way to go. Or depending on the cameras you’re using and how they’re connected, Ecamm might work too.
1. Very cool. 2. I'm confused; what do you use the 'front facing' workspace for then? When I read the title, I thought that you were referring to the front facing workstation/desk.
I do have a separate desk that I use for different videos, but it changes each time depending on the subject. I did a "studio tour" where I talked about this a bit more: ruclips.net/video/W-I2twhalgI/видео.html Basically what helped the most was separating a "work" desk from a "filming" desk. Trying to do both at once was just a bit too tough. And even though I use this desk for filming and streaming and stuff, knowing it doesn't have to be the main setup reduces a lot of friction.
Also, how do you stop the ambient light reflections coming from your framed artwork on your walls when you film from showing up in your videos? Is it all about the proper angles maybe?
This is a good question! Some of it is just light positioning, but I actually took the glass off of a lot of the frames that were the most reflective so that way they're just totally matte.
Dope video bruh. I have a question.... I'm using the duo and mke600 and it has a loud hiss. I thought it was the rodecaster duo so I got it replaced and the hiss is still there. Anything I can try it do to stop it?
Hmm, is this hiss on your recordings or only in your headphones? If it's not showing up on recordings, then that narrows it down to either the headphone amps or the headphones themselves. Since you had the Duo replaced, it's probably not a defect, which means the headphone settings might need to be changed to either low or high sensitivity (depending on what you're suing). If the hiss IS showing up on recordings, then it could be the gain level, an EQ setting, or a bad XLR cable. If you turn off EQ and turn the gain down, you might be able to rule those out. And if you swap cables that could help too. It's amazing how much of a difference there can be between different XLR cables.
Always enjoy the studio update tour. Often I find myself drifting off and the thought bubbles up, "I wonder what Tom Buck is doing right now..." This brings my daydreams into focus.
It’s squally pretty much this but without the camera. 😅
Thank you. This is the reason why you are my favourite channel. :-) These videos are so packed full of great advice and tips. I’m currently designing a new office studio. This is brilliant.
Hopefully you find some useful tidbits to cherry pick! I always love seeing how different people solve problems and approach things.
I always enjoy these types of videos and you’re obsoletely right, workflows and our needs change all the time. Thanks for sharing your setup, you’ve explained everything beautifully. SN: That cady for UPS is brilliant, I definitely have to grab that and a few more of those Ugreen power adapters
I feel like you and I keep bouncing desk setup ideas back and forth, so at a certain point I think you're just taking ideas from yourself 😁
Great stuff great stuff , I love your delivery it's light-hearted yet accurate and you're not pushing any particular agenda it's just good fun audio video talk. And it gives me a chance to see a variety of different products and their usage. Keep up the good work up the good work up the good work.
I’m so happy to hear this! This stuff has always been so fun to me, so hopefully the enthusiasm comes across. 🙏
That Motion Array AI voice over was one of the best ad "reads" I've ever seen. Well done!
Thanks! It was a lot of fun to put together and despite being AI voices still took a lot of "hand done" editing to piece everything together 👍
Fantastic setup dude. I've got several of the same pieces just set up slightly different and a small footprint too. As much as I really like my Rode Streamer X its gotten to unstable to rely on, especially in some apps and software. Bummer too cause I liked having one thing for camera and mic. Love the colors and set-up. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Kevin! Interesting points on the Streamer X- I've started using mine a lot more recently because it finally seemed to be getting stable, whereas it was pretty rough for a while at the beginning and I hardly ever used it. Tough to beat a Cam Link for simplicity though .
I got the perfect desk for my music production. Spent more than I ever thought I would on a desk. One variable I didn’t think of. My cat needs a good 6in of clear space to climb into the window. Life.
Nice setup! Thanks for sharing! Your wire management does need some love. You'd be surprised how easy it is. A package of zipties and it'll be organized in no time!
Haha, I've definitely gone zip-tie crazy in the past 😁
But I've learned that I swap things out frequently enough that they can become a hassle, so even though this isn't the prettiest, it's surprisingly easy to work with and thankfully no one but our dogs sees it for the most part 😉
I'm in awe of your lighting...makes the studio!
I always get a ton of great new ideas from your setup videos, Tom. Thanks for that! Re: good studio monitors that have a small footprint, check out the Yamaha hs3. Inexpensive and good for noncritcal listening but better than an old Bluetooth speaker.
A few people have recommended the Yamahas, so I think I definitely want to check them out!
@@tombuck The have 3" and 4" that are pretty space saving. There's also IK Multimedia's iLouds, which are just good, regarless of size.
I love desk setup tours and when you teased the new setup, I was eagerly awaiting this one.
Wanted to wait until I somehow sorted out this mess first 😁
I like that you were able to do this with an ultrawide monitor. I also have an UW setup and it always been a challenge to make things fit around it. Im in the process of designing out my new youtube studio and been watching a lot of your content for ideas :) Great work keep it going!
Hey thanks! The ultrawide can definitely make things tricky, but I just love it so much! Being able to spread so many things out on a single display is such a nice workflow.
I love the colour matching!
Thanks! Sometimes when nothing matches, everything matches!
The setup looks fantastic, Tom!
Thanks so much! I know it could be cleaned up in some areas, but I also want to share a "real life" setup, which usually isn't quite as pretty as an Ikea catalog 😅
That's why I enjoyed it. Coz I suck at cable management. It is encouraging to know that you have similar challenges in that area too 🤪
I own 30 PC's and my room is a mess. I have about 15 mic's now due to your channel. Thanks for getting me hooked on mic's.
Haha, this sounds like the most fun type of chaos!
Nice tour Tom. I also love the Fender Rumble Amp. I have one for my bass.
Yeah, it's a GREAT amp! I've had mine for ages and it's been so great. I love that it's super lightweight too.
@@tombuckI’ve had mine for ages too. I do love the light weight. Some of the amps I use at school for Jazz Band are super heavy.
Love this
Hey thanks so much!
Ha - what are you doing here?! Yeah, it's good, isn't it :) Tom - I found the springs you were talking about - hadnt seen them in the box. Will give them a go.
New to watching your videos, not even finished this video yet but I gotta say. LOVE all the puns.
THANK YOU. It genuinely means a lot to hear that because I often get told the opposite. 😬
I'm glad you got to your new desk setup and didn't table it for another time! :)
Just wanted to make sure the content had enough legs to stand on!
Oh I love me a handheld 7b 😂 always love a studio update - in particular it's great to see the little optimisations to meet your specific requirements... Plus, every time you update it reminds me to try and cable manage my own nest 😅
Cable management is a never ending struggle 🫠
And I was VERY excited to realize this was a good chance for the handheld SM7B.
Just moved into a new place and this video was much needed. Love the inspiration ❤
Oh nice! Congrats on the new place and I hope you have a good time setting everything up 👍
@@tombuckMuch appreciated, the lights on wheel stands are gonna be a game changer.
..i like stirdy desks like that ! ....the desk i use over my bed, is about same size..it has weels, and is electric height adjustable..the nurses just have to push/pull the desk in/out.. a good big desk is great !
Yes! You can’t go wrong with nice and sturdy!
Thanks for sharing all the details and thoughts behind it. So fun to see the evolution of your space. Bonus points for the super creative sponsor piece. Bravo! P.S. Status of your podcast??? Hope all is well!
Things are good! I'm wanting to bring the podcast back with a video format now that I have the Rodecaster Video to make that whole workflow much easier, so hopefully soon!
Sweet setup dude! ❤
I'm glad you like it
Really cool setup!
Cool setup!
Great walkthrough Tom! I'm still re-doing my room but the desk setup is finished. I'm still housing too much on the upper area while you've mounted a lots of stuff beneath the desk - that's neat, will explore my options for that.
Yes! The underworld opens up a ton of options. Clear desk, clear mind. Or something.
@@tombuck Hm, this all gave me a couple of ideas although I'll have to (also) secure the capture cards there underneath. I'm tinkering with the Thunderbolt docks as well so... Well it would be great to have it all at a closer reach
I bought 2 72in husky workbenches from HD in January 2020, Best investment I made regarding my desk setup, I was concerned about bowing with other desks considering how much weight I have(PC, 49in monitor & 34in monitor). Has worked great for me and I def see myself holding on to them for many years to come.
Yep, they last forever!
Nice studio tour, Tom! I've adopted some of your techniques and its made my workflow a lot smoother!
Always happy to hear that! It's fun to cherry pick things like that from different places.
Great desk setup! I was taking notes on cable management… I need that… bad 🤣
Ha, mine is still faaaaaarrr from perfect, but at least it's practical!
@@tombuckWAY better than my cable management 🤣
I love your office for how colourful it is
Thank you! It's definitely a fun space to spend time in.
Setup looks good Tom!
Great video thanks,. You have changed the way you mount your Camera AGAIN!! :) I got the Cobra 2 from a previous Video which I love, and just by pure luck I also have the exact same SmallRig desk mount so I thought I would give it a go, and you're right, it is strong enough to hold my A7RV in a small Ulanzi cage and using the iFootage head .. so thanks I honestly wouldn't have even tried it but it holds nice and steady .. although now I have a spare Cobra 2 lol :) but I am sure I will find a use for it as it's great for portability. thanks as always Tom.
Yeah, the Cobra is great too! I really like this Smallrig mount, but the only downside is that I am a bit limited in where I can put it, whereas the Cobra could be moved around the desk more easily. Definitely pros and cons to both!
@@tombuck absolutely I think I’ll use both but I like the rigidity of the Smallrig as a permanent placement so thanks again for the tip !
Omg thank you for posting everything in the description for links. Been looking for that pop filter!!
Reporterstore.com has a huge variety, but shipping can be a bit much sometimes. DocPopps.com has a smaller selection but pricing is better if you're in the U.S. All filters are great quality from either place though!
Love the desk setup! I need to get some of those 15ft usb cables for sure. Get that prompter anywhere!
Yeah they're super handy! It really does make a difference.
4:13 fun fact: I did IT for doctors’ offices ca 1995. A couple calls I got involved “ghosts” typing things that the caller had typed days or weeks earlier. They had keyboards that could record key strokes, maybe for a template or a signature sequence to be used again and again. They had accidentally recorded most of letters they had typed, and then accidentally hit the “play” key, causing the “ghost” to type out those long passages from days of yore. 😂😂😂
Ha! I love this 😅
Best background in the business!
Haha I really loved the motion array segment! nicely done Tom :)
Thanks! It was really fun to put together. I can’t tell you how much I was giggling to myself while editing 😅
I love you, Tom! You're the best ever.
Yup, really smart. Congrats!
Nice sponsor tie in! and thanks to Motion array to save us some puns!! YEAH Procaster! I have several Power bars from a Server room that has a plug like every 6 inches. Wash your mouth out with soap I have to have to have the fastest computer!! Clearly a better setup! Nice video Mr. Rodecaster!
I amend my statement to note that Matt DOES need the fastest and most powerful computer! 😁
Okay, normally, the sponsored part of videos is boring, but this one was funny and just what I would expect from Tom.
Thanks Heather! I definitely wouldn't want to just read a random script or something, and this was so fun to make 😁
Great stuff with the great desk in a healthy way so far. :-)
Thank you for your amazing content! God bless you!
Appreciate the kind words!
Been looking for some mounts, thanks for this!
@1:01 “I can imagine what will be, unburdened by what has been.” - Kamala Harris; in every speech or interview ever. 😅
Looks amazing and so inspiring.!!
Thank you so much!
I love the sound of my procaster but the mounts for it are so wobbly.
2:15 - IK iLOUD MICRO MONITORS looks like product for you - great, flat sound for audio-editing but they are small and also you can connect with them via bluetooth
This is deft a colorful video. 😊
Tom, you are my last hope! I bought a Rode Caster DUO and I can't figure out how to connect a wireless speaker to it and listen to music from it while simultaneously controlling the volume with a mixer! In go hlr, I did it through Line in, and then I'll understand it! Please tell me!!!
Thanks Tom. This is super helpful. Especially for the power supplies and high-speed cables folks need to think about. Can you tell me what Pantone blue color paint is on your wall or better yet the name of the color and brand? I went to Home Depot, and nothing came close. Thanks for all your insight and help
It’s Behr “Living Stream” from Home Depot, but I originally got it in 2015 so I don’t know if it’s still around.
Email me tom@himynameistom.com and I can send you a photo of the label with their color code on it. 👍
I wish that overhead Ulanzi stand went taller, it's nowhere near tall enough to get over my display
Yeah, that's my one gripe with it. I tried adding a tripod extension tube, but for some reason they used a slightly modified screw on their clamp that only seems to work with the standard base. If it were just a regular 3/8 or 1/4 20 it could work with anything!
Love the new set-up! It's always fun to tune in see what you have been up to and nerd out from afar (on audio production stuff in particular). For desktop speakers that sound very good and don't take up much room on the desktop, try the Bose Companion 2 Series III Multimedia Speaker System. I've been very happy with mine for about a year. Is your bass amp back there solid state? I'm a long-term confirmed tube guy although I don't currently have an bass gear. Really used to like my Rickenbacker and Hofner through a Traynor YB-300A through an old 2x15 Fender Bassman cabinet. Plenty loud enough for the bars my now defunct mid-life crisis band (too much band crisis and drama after four years) used to play plus the occasional outdoor event. Kind Regards,
Thanks for the recommendation on the Bose speakers! I'll have to take a look at them.
And yeah, the amp is solid state, but I've really been using my Line6 pedal more than anything for the past year or so. It's so nice! Probably not nearly as much fun as your rig though. 😁
Idk if it works on macs but you can always use wallpaper engine to add a moving background wallpaper when you need it
My wife actually has something like that on her setup, and I didn't even think of trying to use it for this!
Tom, great video as always. Do you have a wiring diagram that you can share of how you connect Cameras and Mics to the three Rodeo devices - RODECaster Duo, RODECaster Video and Streamer X. Cheers.
Killer setup as always man! I'm actually thinking about switching to mac to do editing, and having my Acer gaming computer for just gaming.
Oh that could be fun! And if you ever do streaming, having the separate computer for gaming would probably be super helpful.
There’s gonna be another tour in about three months when he adds more gear ❤😂
Hey Tom. check out the Yamaha HS3 desk speaker monitors - tiny 3" and sound great and they also come in white
Oh sweet! Thank you for the recommendation!
Don't sell yourself short.... I take on cord management from kind of a "Dada point of view. That spaghetti under your desk is beautiful, and don't let anyone tell you otherwise!
Yes! There are many like it, but this spaghetti is mine.
oh hey we’re monitor buddies, look at that
I probably come back to this video like 3x a week! " What was that thingy Tom had?"
Haha nice 😅
(I do that with your videos too)
Great video Tom, your setup is awesome. Can you do a audio guide on the software portion? Like what do you do to your audio once you load it on your editing software. I use similar hardware as you for audio and your audio sounds way better than mine.
That's definitely something I could put together! I don't really do too much though, to be honest. The Rodecaster presets are usually enough when I'm using those devices, otherwise a little bit of compression in Final Cut and thats about it! But it could be worth making a video on for sure 👍
Best ad yet!
Haha, thank you. I'm very lucky to have such understanding friends 😉
Did you reach out to Rode to ask when source rotation was coming to the scene builder in Rodecaster Video? Hopefully soon like next firmware update
It's been on my feedback list, so hopefully at some point! I don't know how that stuff works, but that seems like hopefully a simple enough feature to add.
5:40 Your sponsorship ad was literally interrupted by a RUclips ad. 😆 I wonder if you or RUclips decided to ADD it there. 😆
Haha, that can’t be coincidence right?
Can I have a boom arm? Like a Christmas present 🎉
Do you have any tests of the Camlink4k and StreamerX comparison? I use a Panasonic G7 with the Camlink4k. It is buttery smooth at 1080p/60 on ECamm but has a minor frame loss when I bump to 4k/30. Wondering if the StreamerX would do better with the 4k signal? I also use a Mac Mini M1.
I don't have a direct comparison, but in my experience they're very similar. I sometimes get a bit of choppiness at 24fps on both, but 30fps is usually great (and Streamer X has gotten a lot more reliable too with recent updates).
Hello Tom! What are the dimensions of the Husky work bench you are using? Thanks for all of the hard work that goes into making your videos!
It’s 6ft x 2ft 👍
would love to see you thoughts on logi mevo core
Im actually trying to find a way to make my set up wireless to use a wireless xlr system to use on my gaming set up. I have an eletric standing desk and the lack of cable management is bothering me and I want to fix it. I Also dont like seeing my cables bunched up together in a basket or something
Ooh wireless sounds like it'd be fun! I always get worried about keeping track of batteries and stuff, but I'm sure there's a way to manage it all.
Great Content. But mostly i'm here because of the Wordplays! 😂
Tom (Tim?) Buck: Come for the puns, stay for the info 😉
Do you leave the cameras switched into the on position so when you hit the button for the wall brick they just automatically turn on? I’ve been scared to do that in my studio because I’m not sure how the cameras will handle it. I’m using an A7iv, a7c, fx30, and a6600.
I turn the actual cameras themselves off. But if you use a dummy battery setup instead of USB, then you could leave them switched on and control everything from the remote since the cameras wouldn't have to have their batteries installed and then would only be on when there's direct power.
Now that I type that it seems like a smarter way to go...
Would you ever consider a sit/stand desk arrangement?
Oh definitely! My filming table has a manual sit/stand crank which is nice, but it'd be cool to have a work desk that can change. I just really like my old workbench table though, so I'm happy to stick with it.
4:34 how do you attach the mixer to the monitor arm? Does it have VESA mount on the bottom?
Yeah, the Rodecaster Pro 2 and Duo have VESA mounts.
Tom, you did an amazing job with this set up my man! I feel like you should like host a RUclips show called pimp my desk where you help people with their desk set ups! Haha! Also, I sincerely apologize my friend, but I seem to have somehow lost our email thread. I think I just accidentally hit the archive button but for whatever reason it’s not showing up there for me to be able to move it back. Could you give me a favor when you get a chance and just go into our thread and just send me like another one sentence reply so that I can get caught up on replying back to you. I went to reply today as I accidentally realized that you had been in there for a day or two and now like I said it’s gone D’oh!
Hah! "Yo Dawg I heard you like cables so I put cables on your cables so you can cable while at the table" 😁
@@tombuck Dawg you know what I’m puttin down playa! Let’s do this desk thing! Haha’
I will forever enjoy the puns
You should make some vids about what you have in the Apple ecosystem
Oh boy that might be a lot! haha
i love my kanto YU2 Speakers on my desktop. I think you'd like them
Cool, thanks for the recommendation! I've now got several good suggestions to wort through thanks to the comments here 😎
there is a usb mic you might be interested in which is the PreSonus Revelator Dynamic USB Microphone, looks cool and it might be an interesting video!
Having watched this video and the one about your full studio revamp a while back, I'm curious. With a room size of 12 by 12, are you running all of your electronics on a single 15 amp circuit/breaker?
After watching Tom's setup update videos, my wife usually would notice the few hundred dollars short in our shared cash account.
Hi, Tom I always enjoy your videos. One question. What lens are you using to shoot this video. Been thinking to get one for my Sony A6100 I have small space. But your image looks good. Any suggestions. Thank you
You mentioned that the Sony ZV-1F (where do they come up with these names?!) is a great overhead camera. What is it about this camera that you like so much for overhead use?
I like that it has a super low profile lens, so even though it doesn't have the same versatility as a zoom lens would, it's easier to keep out of the frame and turns on/off instantly. It's just a nifty little camera all around!
But yeah, the names are insane.
I’m noticing the ATEM is not featured anymore, and I need a switcher, but the rode is overkill for me. I need ISO, but want to keep the cords minimal. Any word if Ulanzi is going to add ISO recs to their DD02? Have you used it?
I actually have one on the way! But truthfully I don’t know how much I’d trust them to add advanced features like that, so the ATEM Mini Pro ISO is probably still the way to go. Or depending on the cameras you’re using and how they’re connected, Ecamm might work too.
love your work - whats a good Mac RUclips video downloader?
You had me until the cable management. I almost had an anxiety attack when you went under the desk...somethings just don't need to be shared.
No movie magic here 😅
m4 mac mini is calling your name
I don't NEED it but I want it 😁
Bud these colors look like a Mcdonals playpen. With greyhairs we need the neutral cololors
Nope.
1. Very cool.
2. I'm confused; what do you use the 'front facing' workspace for then? When I read the title, I thought that you were referring to the front facing workstation/desk.
I do have a separate desk that I use for different videos, but it changes each time depending on the subject. I did a "studio tour" where I talked about this a bit more: ruclips.net/video/W-I2twhalgI/видео.html
Basically what helped the most was separating a "work" desk from a "filming" desk. Trying to do both at once was just a bit too tough. And even though I use this desk for filming and streaming and stuff, knowing it doesn't have to be the main setup reduces a lot of friction.
Awesome video by the way! Maybe you mentioned it and I missed it in the video, but about how big is the room?
Also, how do you stop the ambient light reflections coming from your framed artwork on your walls when you film from showing up in your videos? Is it all about the proper angles maybe?
It's about 12' x 12' (4 meters x 4 meters)
This is a good question! Some of it is just light positioning, but I actually took the glass off of a lot of the frames that were the most reflective so that way they're just totally matte.
How is the RODECaster connected to the arm
Is this the desk tour to end all desk tours? Probably
-everybody
That would be tour-ific!
How do you use the elgato pedal, Tom?
0:22 That cable problem. 😑
At least I have some Velcros to get them organized, Haha.
I always start that way, but then it ends up like this. Hopefully I’ve broken the cycle now! 😅
@@tombuckAs you wish, 😁
Maybe I can get things tidy up again after my re work of my studio desk recording room.
W tom buck
Dope video bruh. I have a question.... I'm using the duo and mke600 and it has a loud hiss. I thought it was the rodecaster duo so I got it replaced and the hiss is still there. Anything I can try it do to stop it?
Hmm, is this hiss on your recordings or only in your headphones?
If it's not showing up on recordings, then that narrows it down to either the headphone amps or the headphones themselves. Since you had the Duo replaced, it's probably not a defect, which means the headphone settings might need to be changed to either low or high sensitivity (depending on what you're suing).
If the hiss IS showing up on recordings, then it could be the gain level, an EQ setting, or a bad XLR cable. If you turn off EQ and turn the gain down, you might be able to rule those out. And if you swap cables that could help too. It's amazing how much of a difference there can be between different XLR cables.
@@tombuck could be the headphones cause its a lot of static. i'm using the rode xlr cables that came with the NT1 5th gen.
can the rodecaster video export 4k to a capture device?
No, it's limited to 1080 for everything
Still holding the SM7B. Dude...
It's just for you my friend! 😬