When was the last time you upgraded your equipment / software?

GrahamNicholls
GrahamNicholls Posts: 270 visionary rank
in Audio and video solutions

Hey there fellow content creators and educators,

I'm always looking to improve the quality of my courses and part of that is making improvements to my equipment or software.

I was wondering how many of you do the same thing?

I've just invested in a new wireless mic system - the Rode Go Compact Wireless Microphone System - I move about a fair bit while presenting and keep getting tangled in wires so I wanted something wireless with excellent audio quality. This Rode system certainyl provides that and I'm super happy with the upgrade!

Do you have a consistent drive to upgrade and improve and of so what was your last upgrade?

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  • Alfa-eLearning
    Alfa-eLearning Posts: 153 specialist rank

    @GrahamNicholls
    The day before yesterday I have placed order for Audio Technica ATR 2100 USB mic with arm stand on Amazon. Hoping to get by Tuesday.

    Right now I am having Samson Go mic but its very hard to record when there is some noise in background so I am going to try ATR 2100.

  • Jefferies
    Jefferies Posts: 9 researcher rank

    I just found a great app for audio recording. It works for voice over which is the majority of what I do. It is called Krisp. It is a noise filter. While programs like OBS allow you to select noise and filter it out this does a better job. It will even hide someone talking outside.

  • Thor
    Thor Posts: 2,331 rolemodel rank

    Yes, not all the time, but whenever it makes sense.

    Ordered this, not arrived yet.

    Beyerdynamic DT-297-PV-MKII-250 Headset with Cardioid Condenser Microphone for Phantom Power, 250 Ohms

    Early on I got new stuff to significantly improve quality, now it is more how can I make the process easier (minor quality upgrades as bonus).

  • MikeXCohen
    MikeXCohen Posts: 449 visionary rank

    Now that I'm happy with my setup, I don't want to change anything. The reason is that if I add new videos to an older course, it's a bit awkward to have the AV quality suddenly change for one video.

  • Selfsage603
    Selfsage603 Posts: 13 traveler rank

    Just bought a new mic from amazon. My voice is clear now and I record with my phone which makes the task super easy!

  • MassimilianoAlf
    MassimilianoAlf Posts: 267 visionary rank

    Hi Graham, I just did a major update for my camera, till now I shot with a Logitech webcam and I have to say it did a great job but now I wanted to change with something more professional and I bought a mirrorless Sony A6500. It should arrive in some days and I'm pretty excited about it! :D

  • Lizzy
    Lizzy Posts: 162 specialist rank

    @Selfsage603

    I also record onto my phone and I use it as a camera. I found it gives me the best audio and visual results. Like you say, it also makes life easier!

  • Lizzy
    Lizzy Posts: 162 specialist rank

    @GrahamNicholls

    I tried to get everything right by researching but I made one mistake. My tripod wasn't tall enough. I had to stand it on cat food boxes! Now I have bought another tripod. It is a joyous thing!

  • MassimilianoAlf
    MassimilianoAlf Posts: 267 visionary rank

    And your cats will be happy too! :D

  • Juriy
    Juriy Posts: 48 storyteller rank

    I confess. I do improve my "studio setup" more frequently than it is really required by the video courses :) Can't do anything about it, I simply love my toys and I love to squeeze everything out of it.

    My next purchase will be Shure SRH1540 (closed-back studio headphones). My previous Audio Technica ath-m70x fell a victim to my kid :) Happens.

    One more thing: just for fun I want to record timelapses of how I make the courses. I recently got GoPro for some other activities, but I will give it a shot.

    Last but not the least: I'm really looking forward to try Palette Gear. Video editing for me takes a very significant time in production pipeline, so I'm willing to spend few extra bucks to streamline this process.

  • ChidamberKr
    ChidamberKr Posts: 3 researcher rank

    Hi @Lizzy

    How are you doing ?

    I'm a newbie here, trying get to the right equipment for my first course. It would be a great help if you can share me your research about equipment.

    Looking forward to listening from you.


    Thank you

    CK

    Chidamber Kumar

  • mwitiderrick
    mwitiderrick Posts: 37 trailblazer rank

    Recently bought a Logitech 930C Webcam and bought some softbox lights to improve on lighting.

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