MAKE ART NOW’s Retro-Tech YouTube Studio (Studios Undone #1)
Studio tour of Make. Art. Now.’s YouTube space. Discussing his integration of high tech vibes with a vintage aesthetic to balance function and form.
Sokani X60 Review: An Adorable (And Great Value) COB LED Light
Review of the Sokani X60, an 80W Daylight COB LED light with Bowens mount. Including comparisons to the GODOX SL-60W & GVM 80W.
Dialogue Microphones Compared (Under $500) / RODE, Deity, Oktava, Samson, etc.
Comparing & sharing my experiences using a range of sub $500 microphones for indoor dialogue. RODE NT5 & VideoMic NTG, Oktava MK-012, Deity S-Mic 2S & D3 Pro, and Samson C02.
MY CES 2020 EXPERIENCE…
Vlog & coverage of CES 2020. Featuring new gear from Canon, Nikon, & Atomos. Advice for filming convention interviews. Plus shenanigans with Josh Yeo (Make.Art.Now.).
DIY Acoustic Sound Panels – Advice, Installation, & Comparison
Video showcasing my DIY acoustic sound panel journey featuring an interview with an industry expert, product comparisons, sound tests, & installation advice.
Video Tripod Head Buying Guide // Best Fluid Head for the Money
Comparison of important features & differences of sub $500 video fluid heads from iFootage, Manfrotto, & E-IMAGE to guide potential video tripod buyers.
Do You Even Switch? / Atomos Shogun 7 Switching Update & Review
Setup & testing of the video switching firmware update from Atomos for the Shogun 7. Plus a review of my experiences using the unit with HDMI converters.
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 for Sony E-Mount Review vs Tamron & G Master
Video review of the new Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 Art Lens for Sony E-Mount with detailed comparison to the Tamron 28-75mm and the Sony G Master.
I Bought & Tested All the HDMI Cables on Amazon
Video buying guide for long HDMI cables for cameras. Comparing the 15′ / 4.5m options that support 4K60 10-bit for video recording and live streaming.
Editing Desk Tour & Monitor Review (BenQ SW271 & Viewsonic VP3481)
Tour of my editing station including desk, computer, peripherals, & audio gear. Plus a review & comparison of my two new monitors: BenQ SW271 & Viewsonic VP3481.
BIG CHANGES! // Studio Rebuild & Tour
Vlog showcasing the changes to my studio with several DIY projects like a new backdrop, stand rack, wheeled product table, and a multi-camera-angle setup.
Your Camera Handle Is Now a Battery… (Top Handle Power Grip Review)
Review of the Top Handle Battery Power Grip offered by SOONWELL & IndiPro Tools. Testing the build quality, battery life, and output configurations.
Saramonic UwMic9 System Review // Affordable & Interchangeable
Review of the complete Saramonic UwMic9 wireless microphone system. Testing the various transmitters and receivers for build, audio quality, ergonomics, & range.
FilmConvert Nitrate for DaVinci Resolve Is Excellent
Overview & basic tutorial of the new FilmConvert Nitrate for DaVinci Resolve. Discussing the new functions and getting a pleasing color grade quickly.
These New PolarPro Filter Kits Are Fantastic! (Basecamp & Summit Review)
Unboxing and setup guide for PolarPro’s new Basecamp matte box and Summit landscape filter kits. Featuring some image quality tests & ND accuracy checks.