(Part 2) Best products from r/Twitch

Hey Max,


Here is a list of things I believe will benefit a new streamer:

1.) Be consistent. Make yourself a schedule. Think of your broadcast as a TV show. People KNOW when Dexter/ Game of Thrones/ Spartacus is on! It's because it's at the same time, same day!

If you can't make yourself a schedule, let people know in advance via Twitter/Facebook/Steam when you will be streaming. Even if you stream for 2 hours a day, a schedule benefits you.

2.) Be entertaining! Don't just stare at a screen and zone out. Include and interact with your audience! Everyone loves to be recognized! Be YOURSELF, but make it a more "lively" version of yourself!

3.) Make Rules for your channel! If you enjoy a steady, friendly community, a set bracket of rules will help. I'm not saying set 100 different rules. Make between 2-6 rules you believe will "keep the peace". Viewers want to know what to expect from chat when they enter and re-enter your channel.


When your chat is a free for all, you will get trolls and overall immature people in your chat. When that happens, they offend certain people and don't want to revisit your channel.

4.) Provide a quality stream. Do not be one of those streamers who tries to stream 1080p on a 1 MBPS Upload. Dont not be one of those streamers who has pixelated/ laggy streams. Learn the ins and outs of your internet. Learn what bitrate is needed for what kind of cast you want. Here is a good place to start.

Test your upload speed with TestMy.Net. DO NOT use SpeedTest.Net because it is extremely inaccurate.

5.) Optional: Find yourself a gimmick. People love gimmicks whether you want to admit it or not. A gimmick will bring viewers in, but your personality/Content will determine if they decide to follow/stay.

When I first started I did 10 push ups per 1 new/real follow. I gained over 800 new followers within 2 months.

6.) Don't try being like anyone else. BE YOURSELF. I've seen streamer after streamer FAIL because they've tried being like someone else's cast. No one needs 2 Athenes, no one needs 2 Towelliees. Be unique to yourself.

Realize it is going to take a long time for you to build a steady/loyal audience. But it's because they like you for you.



I believe skimping out on quality parts for your stream will only lead to a poor quality cast in the future. It IS expensive to begin streaming, but if this is your "Ultimate Dream" you should invest in making that happen!

I use an AVerMedia Live Gamer HD and it is amazing. Never one single problem and a great price for what it does.


If you have any questions, you can either message me on here or visit my Twitch page when I'm live and the Community and I will be able to help!


Take care and good luck!

Not a problem at all! Glad to help in any ways I can!

When you are done editing sections of a video together you then have to render the video to stitch all the pieces together and make it a final video. Some of the cheaper video editors don't offer GPU accelerated rendering, so it relies completely on your CPU for the rendering. GPU accelerated rendering allows the software to use your CPU and GPU to render videos, opening up the software to a lot more power. I recently switched from Hitfilm 2 Express (no GPU acc rendering) to Sony Movie Studios 13 Platinum (GPU accelerated rendering) and reduced my renderign time by 75%. A video that would normally have taken me 8 hours (yes that is right) to render now takes 2 hours. The upload to Youtube will depend on the file size after rendering and your internet connection.

I would outline exactly what you want to start with and look at your options. If you are only doing newer games (that allow HDMI) then I would go with the HD60. If you (seriously) plan on doing retro consoles that don't allow HDMI then either go for the HD or an emulator. You could also put more money into a really fancy setup that will do both if you want. That is up to you and your budget.

Let's talk a little bit about how microphones work. They have a bit inside them called a transducer which will convert acoustic energy into an analog electrical signal. There are several types of transducer (condenser, dynamic, ribbon, etc) but they all have the same function. The voltage signal you get from the transducer is analog and very low voltage. In order to use that signal for editing and recording it needs to be amplified. A USB microphone is made up of 3 main parts, the transducer, an amplifier, and an analog to digital converter. The analog to digital convert turns the voltages into binary so that it can be transferred through USB to your computer.

An XLR mic does not have an amplifier or an analog to digital converter. It is simple the transducer and usually a few circuits then it outputs an analog signal through an XLR cable. In order to use this signal you need a preamp. There are several options, you could get Mic converter/Preamp which is basically what a USB mic has inside it. You can get a Tube amplifier which will have a MUCH better amplifier in it and a MUCH better analog to digital converter. It also allows you to control the sound a bit as well. You could get a Mixing board which will have a MUCH better amplifier and converter as well, but will also allow you to adjust some of your settings before the sound goes to your computer. They may look scary, but tehy are actually very easy to use.

The main benefit of an XLR setup is better sound, gain control, and the ability to better adjust and control your sound. With a USB mic you usually get a few small adjustments on the mic (if you are lucky) and then that is the sound you get. Everything else must be done in post processing through a computer program. With XLR you can adjust it how you want and leave it like that (or adjust it on the fly) which cuts down on time since you don't have to do audio editing anymore.

Now to the other real benefit: XLR mics have better components. The AT2020 USB is $130 and the AT2020 XLR is $100. However, the USB version has the cost of the amplifier and converter into the price. So what USB mics do is give you a cheaper transducer in order to make up for the extra cost of manufacturing the USB mic. The XLR mics sound better because they have better transducers inside of them. Also, once you have a preamp and an XLR mic and you want to upgrade it will be easier because all you have to do is buy a new XLR mic. If you get a USB mic now and then upgrade to an XLR (like I did) then you have to buy both components later. If you have the money for it, get the XLR setup now.

Hope that explained some of it. I can go further into details if you have more questions.

XLR mics with phantom power for the win! If you're going for professional quality sound, save your money and invest in a good XLR mic.

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The problem with USB mics like Blue Yeti is the fact that they use the integrated sound on your computer's motherboard. If your motherboard's sound system is older (2 years or older), the voice from the USB mic could sound robotic or it might not capture your entire voice range. This is especially a problem for folks with deeper voices. On older computers, you might sound far away or your voice could break up. If you have a brand new computer, feel free to use a USB mic until you can afford an XLR microphone.


XLR microphones require phantom power. Scarlet Focusrite (https://www.amazon.com/Focusrite-Scarlett-Audio-Interface-Tools/dp/B01E6T56CM) is a good product for phantom power, but there are affordable, good quality sound mixers that provide phantom power as well. Alot of streamers have used Berhinger Xenyx 302 ( https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-302USB-BEHRINGER-XENYX/dp/B005EHILV4) or Berhinger Xenyx 502 (https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-502-BEHRINGER-XENYX/dp/B000J5UEGQ). I personally use Roland VT-3 (https://www.amazon.com/Roland-AIRA-VT-3-Voice-Transformer/dp/B00IGDXK9Q) because it's a voice changer, sound mixer, noise gate, and phantom power all mixed into one machine.

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For mics, I admit I'm using a cheap Pyle PDMIC58 . (Hey, I got this XLR mic for free with my Best Buy points. I didn't have enough points for a good mic). My problem with the mic is that it's too bright for my voice, and I have a low voice for a woman. I need something that captures my full voice range alot better. I'm planning to upgrade to a RODE NT-1 mic (Not the Rode NT-1A) before the end of the year.

Like others have stated, take your time and do research. Don't rush! Find the mic that fits your voice best. Good luck!

Can't go wrong with a Behringer. They're specifically what I use. I originally started with console capture, having both PS3 and 360 so I sprung for the xenyx 802 for the extra channels. This is a list of their small mixers. I know a couple people(larger streamers) Running the 502usb...it seems nice. I'm using a 1622fx atm but that's big. I got it second hand at guitar center, it's fairly safe to check what they might have that's small, you might get something cheaper than online, or something better for the same price, but you ARE taking a chance.

Another option if you're going for a traditional XLR mic(since windows mixer w/ OBS/Xsplit is strong for PC gamers) you can get an audio interface. This basically is a piece of equipment that turns your XLR into a usb device. The Behringer 302usb is just an interface/small mixer that looks like it might be nice to use. There are also things like the babyface that is expensive as shit but absolutely wonderful, or the much more budget focusrite that are both solid devices. These are actually best as you're taking balanced audio directly translated into a digital signal through a device designed to eliminate interference, but they can get expensive.

Good audio costs money, but you can alleviate the cost some. Don't by a snowball...get something you can shockmount and popfilter and boom to eliminate ambient noise...that is if you don't have a good mic yet.

^_^

I don't know much about mics, but I just wanted to let you know my experience(s) with the mic I just bought. I picked up a Samson C01U because it's a lot cheaper than the more popular AT2020 and and Blue Yeti condenser mics.

If you're on Windows 8+ like I am, the default USB Audio Device drivers, the one that will be installed when you plug in an USB mic, isn't as good as it was on Windows 7.

My same mic performs better on Windows 7 because of the gain settings. By default the mic is set to around 50% sensitivity level(gain). If you tried speaking into it on Windows 8, you'd have to pretty much put the mic into your mouth before you can hear anything. One Windows 7, it's still pretty soft, but at least you can see something moving on your recording software.

I have mine currently set to around 96% and my voice sounds good, but it also picks up everything else.. On Win7, to have it sound similar, I can leave the levels at around 80%.

What I do to combat that issue--I've tried searching everywhere for driver help, no such luck--I just use the Noise Gate feature on OBS, or any other software that uses that mic.

Anyways, to get back to your question get a condenser mic. The Rode Podcaster is a dynamic mic, which will most likely pick up more sound than a condenser mic. What the condenser mic does is pickup sound from a 'condensed' area, usually right in-front of the mic, not above/behind/next-to it. Keep in mind, if you do decide to go with a Dynamic mic, it isn't as sensitive as a condenser mic, so it might help with the background noise assuming it isn't too loud. Although, you'd probably have to speak louder than usual for it to be clear.

Also, if your computer can handle it, you can use Adobe Audition to de-noise/de-hiss your audio and output it to your stream/chat software. I've yet to try this method, might try it tonight.

I can give you my setup (it keeps growing each day):
This microphone is plug and play and works wonderfully. I also use Adobe Audition and Virtual Audio Cable to clear any background feedback which makes my voice quality absolutely spectacular in most cases.

If you are looking into a green screen, I honestly recommend just going to a Home Depot store and get a bright green paint. I have realized that the quality of a green screen seems to rely more on the lighting of your studio/setup. To conquer the idea of "perfect lighting" isn't exactly that expensive. I bought a set of the following items on amazon: a bulb holder, a lighting umbrella, a light stand, and a studio quality bulb. Remember these items are just examples but lighting is very important if you indeed plan to use a greenscreen or camera view.

It terms of a webcam, the Logitech c920 is the best bang for your buck in the market.

Headsets can be whatever you wish it to be. I use an old Turtle Beach headset from my Xbox 360 days. It works. If you use a high quality microphone, the quality of your headset isn't too important. If you do plan on using a high quality headset: a surround sound Logitech headset are the best in my personal opinion.

I like to say that my setup is the most ghetto version of a high quality streaming setup. An example of the final product of above hardware and software is here. If you have any questions about these recommendation, be sure to ask. And welcome to the world of home studio streaming!

As everyone else has said--always go with the microphone first. Good audio quality is paramount to a good stream. If you're on a budget, I wouldn't recommend getting a Blue Yeti right off the bat. A lot of people think that the Blue Yeti is cruise control for great audio quality, but it requires a lot of work to get it sounding good because it's so sensitive.

I'd recommend getting a cheap dynamic mic as well as an audio interface. Those combined will be about 50 bucks--much more affordable than the Blue Yeti, and will be a lot easier to work with in the long run.

You'll also need a microphone arm, which is also why I recommend a cheaper mic. The Neewer 20 dollar arm is perfect for those starting out--if you went with the Blue Yeti, that same arm wouldn't work as well because the Yeti is just so heavy, and you'd need to buy an adapter because the arm isn't compatible with it right out of the box.

When you're ready to get a new webcam, I'd recommend with Logitech C270. It's only 20 bucks right now and you're able to stream at 720p without any issues. You're a small streamer, so you shouldn't really worry too much about 1080p--especially since even the bigger streamers only stream at 720p anyway.

I'm not the biggest fan of USB microphones, so I'd be tempted to say the yeti pro is the best option here, but I've got a few friends with both the regular yeti and a snowball ice and you can get them to sound pretty good even in less than ideal conditions with some tweaking in obs and sound settings.

I'm tempted to ask what sort of environment you're going to be streaming in, if you have any sort of loud or constant noise in the background I would highly recommend you look into dynamic microphones since a condenser will sound like you're recording inside an air conditioner instead of next to it. As a starter reccomendation the Samson Q2U is a USB and XLR dynamic mic for about the same price as the cheapest mic in your list and it sounds pretty damn good. If I had to choose from your list I would go with the yeti pro for its XLR port, and my next choice would be the snowball ice (sounds almost identical to the stock yeti if you set it up right).

Hey, glad you're using the info off this subreddit. I'm not just wasting words! :D

As for my thoughts on camera and green screen, IncredibleMacho is right that lighting really is the most important thing. Until I got my lighting kind of figured out, my c920 looked pretty bad. My HP-4110 cam was looking better by default, but I think with good lighting the C920 is a little bit better (but probably not noticeable on stream).

once I swapped the 4 lights in my ceiling fan with these Phillips Daylight LED Dimmable lightbulbs then the color and brightness in my room was finally getting up there. But that alone isn't enough. That helps with ambient light, but I still need a light over my monitors pointing right at me to really fill in.

For that setup, I'm using this:

• That same Phillips lightbulb
  
• Swing Arm Lamp
  
• CowboyStudio 9-Inch Portable Quick Setup Speedlite Softbox
  
• Lutron Credenza Lamp Dimmer
  
  The lamp arm attaches to the desk just like the mic arm does. The dimmer switch isn't exactly required, but it does mean that I can adjust the brightness of that light that is on me and puts the switch on my desk. Otherwise, I'd have to reach around the back to get to the lamp switch.
  
  The green screen I'm using is this 6ft x 9ft Chromakey Green Backdrop. The stands are nice and tall, but it isn't very wide. I cropped the camera shot in OBS down (hold ALT + drag the edges of the camera) so that my screen area just fits in it, and that is just barely larger than I am. Part of that size is because it is a couple feet behind me and angles out to pickup light from that ceiling fan in the middle of the room.
  
  But as some people have said, you really could create your own custom one for cheaper. The fabric on this thing is just basic green dyed cloth. You'd do just as well with any cheap colored cloth (doesn't have to be green, just needs to be a color you won't wear) from any fabric store (some walmarts sell fabric). How you hang it is up to you. For convenience though, this kit for $63 right now on Amazon isn't bad.
  
  Good luck with your setup! Just know that it won't work like magic when you get your items, so don't get upset if you set it up and it doesn't immediately look perfect. It almost certainly won't and will still require tweaking things for a while. I'm comfortable enough now with mine that I don't even really think about it now when I start streaming. But when I first got it, I had to adjust lighting and camera settings for a bit every day.

Hola! I set all this up last year so it’s a bit rusty!

This is a shopping list for an Xbox One mixer setup similar to mine and you may need some help filling in a few gaps and the wiring!

So the idea is to build a setup to be able to use an awesome mic to talk to the stream as well as party chat ‘at the same time’ (which I prefer over using a headset) but to also be able to hear game/chat/PC audio though a single pair of headphones and control their volume levels in one place with ease.

I don't need sound going out to my PC as the Cap card is getting that from the Console via HDMI.
Streaming Xbox to PC then the WORLD!

Xbox – hdmi into a cap card in the PC Avermedia live gamer hd
http://www.amazon.co.uk/AverMedia-61C9850000AE-Avermedia-Live-Gamer/dp/B007SRYAPO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1447858313&sr=8-2&keywords=live+gamer+hd
This grabs the game audio and that’s that bit done, stream using OBS and boom!

Here's is my shopping list for party chat:

Mixer

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Behringer-802-Premium-8-Input-Preamps/dp/B000J5XS3C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1415150891&sr=8-1&keywords=behringer+mixer
Headset Buddy (Real name, I didn’t make that up!)

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Headset-Buddy-Adapter-PC35-PH25-Computer/dp/B002D41HKS/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1421341934&sr=1-3&keywords=headset+buddy

Xbox Chat Thing:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Xbox-One-Stereo-Headset-Adapter/dp/B00IAVDOS6

Cable from Buddy to Mixer:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Hosa-CMP159-Stereo-Breakout-10-Feet/dp/B005HGM1D6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1415150937&sr=8-1&keywords=hosa+cables

Cable from Mixer to Buddy!

http://www.amazon.co.uk/HosaTech-CMS-105-3-5mm-Stereo-Interconnect/dp/B000068O35/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1447857349&sr=8-1&keywords=3.5mm+TRS+to+1%2F4+inch

Xbox Mixer(s)

Astro Mixamp (I use)
http://www.amazon.co.uk/ASTRO-Gaming-3AM99-HBU9X-975-ASTROGAMING-MIXAMP/dp/B004L6C6BK/ref=sr_1_4?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1447856882&sr=1-4&keywords=astro+mixamp

Earforce DSS (an option!)

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Force-Channel-Dolby-Surround-Processor-Mac/dp/B003O0KICS/ref=sr_1_1?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1421378828&sr=1-1&keywords=dss1

Ground Loop things:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Headphone-Ground-Isolator-Filter-Stereo/dp/B00INV5LB6/ref=pd_sim_sbs_23_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=41-9H3Hc3mL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=1TTNMJANJDTK26VVSAE7

Although I have used these ones because I didn’t see the ones above!

http://www.amazon.co.uk/AV-Link-201-086-Skytronic-Isolator/dp/B000NVWB9O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1447857227&sr=8-1&keywords=Ground+Loop+Isolator

Mic wise any XLR mic is fine!

Here is a link to a image i found that kinda helps piece it all together! http://imgur.com/UYaQQUZ

Here is a quick vid of my setup, happy to help if i can! http://www.twitch.tv/drunkiemunkie/v/26306849

Heres is my latest Xbox One vid with party chat but it picks up the Public Lobby if they speak!
http://www.twitch.tv/drunkiemunkie/v/31799799

dM

A good microphone is probably the most important thing a streamer can have, other than of course a great personality and good social skills, so buying him a microphone would be a great idea. I read that you're looking at spending a maximum of $200. For $200 you should probably buy a USB microphone, as they don't require any kind of external hardware like a mixer or an audio interface. They're generally slightly worse quality, but that doesn't really matter because the audio quality will be compressed anyway, and only audiophiles would be looking for studio quality audio from a gaming livestream.

The higher quality option is an XLR microphone, but they require an audio interface. This will generally be a more expensive option because audio interfaces are usually just as expensive as microphones, so I wouldn't choose this option if I were you. An XLR microphone, a microphone arm, and an audio interface will cost around $250 if not more.

If you decide to go for a microphone, I would say you should go for an AT2020 USB microphone. It's by far the best option if you want good audio quality for a good price. You could go for the Streaming/Podcasting pack if you want headphones and a microphone arm included, which maxes out your budget. It's actually a bit cheaper than buying the mic and a good microphone stand seperately, plus you get a pair of decent looking headphones to go with it.

I can't really vouch for the microphone arm and the headphones as I haven't tried them personally, but Audio Technica is a really good brand. I would be surprised if it wasn't superb quality.

Let me know if you have any questions :)

I have a c920 and I am not disappointed. I subscribe to the belief that your camera is only as good as your lighting. Shit lighting will make a great camera look like shit and great lighting will make a shit camera look great.

I bought that exact screen from Amazon [link], but in retrospect I should've just gone to a fabric store and gotten a green sheet, because that's all it is. It is not special in any way. It is super thin though, so I just double mine up on a custom frame made with PVC pipe (cost of tools and materials was around $20). The good thing about the PVC is that you can measure your space and build a custom frame that fits your needs.

I found some awesome clamp light fixtures at Wal-Mart [example]. In my case I clamped them to my desk and a nearby window sill, pointed at approximately 45 degrees toward me and the screen behind me. The positioning is important in that you need your screen evenly lit and you need to not cast much of a shadow onto it. Luckily I have the space to put the screen far enough behind me and eliminate most shadow problems.

The bulbs I got are bright as hell though, so I've got [these] soft boxes on the way. These are not so much for the lighting itself (although I don't think it'll hurt) but for my own comfort. After only a few minutes of having those lights in my peripheral vision it got uncomfortable.

I also have a light almost directly above me, which rounds out my setup so far. Key light, fill light, and hair light. A Google search on studio and green screen lighting would benefit you. Good luck!

I have a dual PC stream setup and I currently use a mixer to receive both audio sources into my headphones.

There are probably cheaper options than what I have, but it is fairly cheap in comparison to what some get and I think it does a fantastic job.

http://www.amazon.com/Behringer-Xenyx-Q502USB-Audio-Mixer/dp/B008O516JW Runs $60 dollars on Amazon, but I picked one up at my local guitar center for 40 a little while back.

With this, you will also need to get different cable to match the input for the mixer. I currently have two of these and they work perfect. Only $4 dollars as well so not too much more onto your investment.

http://www.amazon.com/Hosa-CMP159-Stereo-Breakout-10-Feet/dp/B005HGM1D6/ref=pd_sim_267_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=41xj746I2QL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=12PC9MK9VJ0BBG6XEFQ9


The other option you can do is plug a 3.5 to 3.5 aux cable from your computer linein to your TV headphone jack if there is one present. This will allow the sound to play using your computer sound card and can be activated for listening in the audio control section. A fair warning though, the computer can create a hum noise that will transmit to your stream. If you don't hear the hum, you should be good to go, but I figured I should warn you. I also don't know how to fix the hum but there is probably something online to resolve the issue if needed.

Anyways! I hope this helped!

I feel bad because the things were more expensive than I remember.

Here is the green screen $17.99

and here is the stand $34.99

The green screen requires some kind of stand. Its kind of a massive screen, but I was able to fold it around to fit the size I need and I use it for photography as well. For the stand I didn't even fold the legs out. I just propped them against the wall and used a little sticky tack. If you have more time than money you could get some pvc pipe and make a similar stand for probably less, but I liked this one because it is pretty nice and it is adjustable.

The lamp you linked is not it exactly, but seems like the updated version of what I have. The most important thing is just having the right amount of lumens for the distance away from you. There are conversion charts for when they only give the wattage of the lamp. The lamps I have don't have any temperature control, but I think you can do that on the OBS side. They are just natural white as far as I can tell.

If you're not going to be doing an equipment take down every day then I would go with something like what I have, but if you have to do clean up then a collapsable screen might be worth the extra money.

That mixer was actually the first mixer I bought, too. It started my long, expensive journey into audio hardware specifically for 2 PC streaming setups. I tried many mixers, got frustrated and tried to downscale to just an interface, got frustrated with that and tried Voicemeeter but hated that.

If you're budget is around 200-400$ for the mixer, you can go with a ZED 10 FX. This was a popular mixer, with streamers like Lirik and Waffle using it. Waffle might even still use it. It has the ability to essentially produce 2 output mixes using a technique called mix minus. The mixer as a master mix output and an AUX/FX output. The mixer also has the ability to send inputs to master output or FX output or both - this is what enables this mixer to do the mix minus technique. You're basically abusing the FX output.

Going the mixer route like above will result in needing a lot of cables, "buzz boxes", etc. The ZED is also pretty big and takes up a lot of desk space. It gets messy, but it's all true-analog if that's your goal.

If you don't care about hearing the audio from your stream PC, you can easily just buy a line splitter and split your mic line - one to gaming PC the other to streaming PC. But, I imagine you want to hear the audio from your stream PC, too. You could just use a standard 3.5mm cable from stream PC back to gaming PC and then use software like Voicemeeter to mix them into your headphones. I did this for a bit, but I'm not a fan of Voicemeeter because it kept randomly not working for me.

You could always go the Voicemeeter VBAN route, and just pipe everything over your LAN using their VBAN feature. But for me this seemed to break a lot and just annoyed me. It's neat though and requires no cables or mixing hardware.

In the end, the best thing that I've found and settled on and currently use is just a higher end audio interface that comes with some really great mixing software. The interface I use is the Babyface Pro. Alone, this is just a glorified audio interface, but I also use a Digiface USB which is a digital audio interface. I found these through Lirik, who uses this now.

So, in the end, my setup is as so ...

1. Babyface Pro plugged into my gaming PC
   
2. Digiface USB plugged into streaming PC
   
3. Headphones plugged into Babyface Pro
   
   With this setup, which is essentially just 2 audio interfaces, you can isolate basically any audio device into a recording channel and send it to and from the Digiface / Babyface. I've got channels that only I can hear, channels my stream can hear, mixes of channels, etc. I have my game console on its own channel, etc. It all "just works" and you can have MANY output channels instead of struggling to achieve only two. For example, the Digiface that I use has 66 channels.
   
   I do also have a Cloudlifter in my chain, but the Babyface Pro is good enough to give gain to my mic (sm7b). I'm tempted to take the Cloudlifter out and free up even more desk space.
   
   Audio is by far the biggest annoyance when moving to a two PC setup. Hope this helps.

Try this (Blue Yeti Mic) and this mic stand

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These might look a little like his buddies. But the mic is very recommended from streamers and such, I personally us it and it is great. If he likes his headphones then a new mic would be another step to improve his audio.

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I would say that I am not sure this is ideal for him, just trying to help as much as I can based on the original post!

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EDIT: This is a cheaper mic made by the same company that is also a great option. Best of luck!

I'd highly suggest XLR mics and an Audio mixer. For voice effects, you'll have best quality with a hardware voice transformer. There are lots of software options available, but they typically have limitations and quality issues.

Here's a few suggestions as to what you could use...

• Audio Mixer
  
  
• Microphone
  
  
• Voice Transformer
  
  Getting a good audio setup isn't cheap as you'll quickly see. lol. The microphone I linked is what I currently use and I love it. The Audio Mixer and Voice Transformer, I recently ordered myself so I can't fully say how good they are. But, they do have great reviews.

Just get the Logitech C920 1080p and be done with it, it's the best cam out there and you can find it like 70$ on sale sometimes. I would bet that even a refurbished one would be great. Mics are a little different and there are lots of options but i bought recently this http://www.amazon.com/CAD-U37-Condenser-Recording-Microphone/dp/B001AIQGUO and it's 50$ now and great quality.

Getting good gear is the one of the hardest parts about streaming, it's like buying a new musical instrument or something but when you think about how much time you are going to use this object then i think higher prices justify themselves. You stream few hours a day and in a month you'll have used that item for like 100 hours, in a year 1200 hours and then just think about how much you paid per hour for it lol

Hey! Welcome to Twitch!

This is a great idea for a school project! Here are some things to take into consideration:

You'll need a machine from which you'll be able to broadcast the livestream. A decently modern desktop computer will do (lets say an i5, 4GB RAM minimum and a GTX 970 or better if possible)

On that computer you'll need a broadcasting program. Heres a list of programs recommended by Twitch. Note that some are free and some are payware. It all depends on what you need. Have a look which one will satisfy all your needs (like the video playlist you mentioned for the pre-recorded footage)

For the external camera you can either do it by using a good quality webcam like the Logitech C920 or by using a DSLR and hooking it up via HDMI, using Elgato CamLink

Microphone is also up to you. You can either get a microphone which youll plug in via a 3.5mm jack or get a USB microphone. This will depend on the style of content that you'll be producing (like interview, voiceover, podcast etc)

Let me know if you have any other questions and keep us up to date if the project turns out well!
GLHF!

Scarlet gets thrown around a lot and is a common recommendation, but I've never had a problem being more budget and using the Behringer U-PHORIA UMC202HD. I snapped one up on a $50 deal awhile back, but if it's close in price to the Scarlet, I'd still default to Scarlet.

You should also consider the Samson Q2U, which functions both as USB and XLR, so might be easier to budget for. https://www.amazon.com/Samson-Handheld-Microphone-Recording-Podcasting/dp/B001R747SG. There's a good review on this mic from EposVox on youtube.

I've also seen some reviewers favoring the Blue Ember over the AT2020, which compete with each other closely in both specs & price: https://www.bluedesigns.com/products/ember/

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Finally, don't be afraid to buy used. The gear is durable. It's rare that I buy anything new. The bundle you listed (Scarlet + AT2020) is fine too. I used the At2020 for awhile and was happy with it.

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Here's my Go-to-list of vendors I usually price-shop from:

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Adorama, BHphoto, musiciansfriend, reverb, pssl, ebay, Amazon

I'm actually more of a fan of the 5 mic idea rather than one condenser, for the reasons that /u/carlmmii outlined below. I'm also going to second the idea that running the mixer via Line In, while it may work, isn't the best way to go about doing it. It will work, but the chances of having unintended audio issues (hum, etc) are increased. Instead, I would recommend pushing the mixer budget a little bit to get one with a dedicated USB audio out, or running the mixer L/R outputs into something like this.

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As far as good mics in the $50 range, I'd go with Shure PG48s. They're cheap, sound decent, and Shure has a reputation of being incredibly tough. Regardless of which mic you pick, I'd recommend dynamic over condenser to cut down on the amount of vocal bleed (i.e. the voice of Player 1 getting picked up in Player 2's mic) and overall reduction in table noise/dice dropping/etc.

blue yeti not needed it's expensive. my mic is 30 dollars and with tweaking it can sound decent or pretty good Neewer NW-700 I have a power supply with it and it's highly recommended. Neewer 1-Channel 48V Phantom Power Supply. for other good or decent mics look up condenser mics. or alternative common twitch mics. the reason behind why i'm saying what I'm saying is alpha gaming check this out and your understand. how to set it up is gaming career within obs. hope this helps. total about $50 vs blue yeti $100+. unless you can afford it I'd go with $50. good luck and hope this helped

If you have a USB 2.0 capture card, any audio to desktop through HDMI will have a slight delay.. so that's probably not an option.

I literally had this exact same problem OP, and I am pleased to say that I've fixed it (albeit needing more equipment than I thought I would need).

You could run a 3.5mm audio cable from the Wii U headphone jack into your mixer, but that only works for the Wii U. If you ever wanted to stream another console, you might not be able to use the same method. That's why I use an HDMI audio extractor.

I have a Xenyx 802, and here's my setup:

HDMI Audio Extractor: Amazon

Cables going from HDMI audio extractor to mixer: Amazon

Adapters for RCA to 1/4": Amazon

From PC headphone jack to mixer: Amazon

Then I just use a 1/4" to 3.5mm adapter in the headphone port of the mixer and boom -- all the audio from both desktop AND console to one headset.

Disclaimer: There may very well be a better / more efficient way to do this.. I admit that I'm still a pretty big noob when it comes to audio equipment, but this was my holy grail for the longest time, and I finally found a way to do it :).

Honestly bro I would return those as faulty (since you cannot turn them downward) and get this:

Bi-Color LED Video Light Stand Lighting Kit 2 Pack 15.4'' Large Panel 3000K-5800K 45W 4800LM Dimmable 1-100% Brightness Soft Light for YouTube Game Video Shooting Live Stream Photography Lighting https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KC7V9BW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_unm5CbED2XDYF

This is the equivalent of two elgato key lights for cheaper than a single. Lights me up perfectly, adjustable 1-100% and has a huge kelven range up to 5800.

Lights like that are an investment which will last the rest of your streaming career. Its an (imo) easy purchase because you’ll never need to upgrade them and you’ll get beautiful even lighting.

Yeah I love mine. However if you can get a Yeti for cheap that is also recommended. I bought my Snowball for like $60 a few years ago and like a week later I saw a Yeti on sale for $75 and wish I would have saw that before. Either way both are great USB mics to start out with.

I have also heard that the Audio-Technica AT2020 is a great choice as well but you are getting up there in price with that one.

Also the Blue Yeti Pro is a USB and XLR mic so if you decide later on to upgrade your sound with a mixer and such that mic is already ready for that.

If you're willing to go a little over budget I'd pick up the [Logitech C920] (https://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/hd-pro-webcam-c920) and the [Blue Yeti Microphone] (https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Yeti-USB-Microphone-Blackout/dp/B00N1YPXW2/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1520708427&sr=1-3&keywords=blue+yeti). Both of these are quality equipment that even bigger streamers with a large budget use. If that's outside of your price range, I'd switch out the Yeti for the [Blue Snowball] (https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-iCE-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1520708583&sr=1-2&keywords=blue+snowball). It's still a good quality microphone for around half the price of the Yeti. I'm not sure if there is anything better at that price range but I've heard nothing dealbreaking about either the Yeti/Snowball or the C920.

As for tips, I'd recommend having some way to look at chat and whatever alert system you use (We use StreamLabs) without having to alt-tab out of game constantly. Whether it's a two monitor setup, a tablet/phone, or even playing in windowed mode, interacting with the people watching is definitely important.

Thank you so much for the follow and welcome! :) I am from Massachusetts.


The microphone I use is a CAD U37. It's not the best, but for under $50, I think it's a good value. I also use Adobe Auditions to help reduce background noise a bit.

edit: I should add that I haven't really done any work in my "highlight" videos. I often forget about them. So you probably won't get the best gauge from those. Feel free to check out past broadcasts though!

The Cloudlifter would be a complete waste of money here and many people use them where they aren't needed.

The bad news here is that Behringer's classic mixers are just plain garbage. End of story. Good for seeing how high it will bounce when being thrown off the roof of a building though.

I would go so far as to say you shouldn't even look at mixers at all unless you're playing an instrument like a guitar in addition to using the mic. You mix where your sources are, so on a gaming PC you need to mix in software on the PC, not in some external box that you need to setup loopback on. The type of software mixer you're looking for is Voicemeeter.

Behringer's "HD" audio interfaces, however, are pretty decent on the cheap. I just wouldn't touch anything less than the $60 UMC202HD though.

At the end of the day, a 2-input/2-output USB audio interface like the Behringer UMC202HD is all you need. I wouldn't bother with an external hardware mixer at all. It's just not needed. If you want to spend a bit more on a nicer interface, Tascam, Roland, and Zoom are worth looking at. Just don't buy Focusrite Scarlett as their Windows 10 drivers are straight-up broken and won't be fixed any time soon.

Get a decent mic arm like the On Stage MBS5000, plug one end of the XLR cable into the SM58, then the other end into your audio interface, e.g. UMC202HD. Plug your speakers and headphone into the interface. Done. That's all you need. You don't even need a foam ball as a vocal dynamic like that SM58 has a built-in pop filter foam behind it's screw-on head. You can stop using your motherboard's onboard audio entirely too. Maybe do an isolation mic clip if you're feeling fancy.

Remember you need a mic arm as putting your mic on the desk is too far away from your mouth and the mic will pick up more keyboard, mouse, and room noise than it will of your voice.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BWM5E8C

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002ZO60I

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QHURUBE

Some adapters you might need, maybe, depending on how your PC speakers are setup:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0010D0HO0

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000068O3S

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000068O18

to answer a couple of questions here:

1. Its going to be difficult to stream from and elgato, because of the fact that there is a delay between your audio from the computer and gameplay itself, meaning that if you get a 360 no-scope on advanced warfare, they are going to hear your reaction first, then your actual footage.
   
   
2. IF you use a elgato for streaming, you will not be able to use your kinect as a webcam. Because of the proprietary connection and port on the xbox one and kinect, it will not be able to plug into your computer.
   
   If you want to stream gameplay from your xbox one to your computer, I highly suggest getting this.
   
   http://www.amazon.com/AVerMedia-Recorder--C985-Capture-Stream/dp/B007UXJ6LE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1422320062&sr=8-1&keywords=avermedia+stream
   
   A little bit more in the greenbacks than the elgato, but its definitely worth it. As for a webcam, I would use this.
   
   Again, its a little pricey, but I guarantee you, this webcam will last you for 5-6 years.
   
   I hope I cleared things up for you, feel free to reply back if you have any questions.

This is the one I picked up. - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003UOOTCS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Probably more than you need, but I've been thrilled with the value considering I use it for youtube videos, site commercials, and of course, now Twitch.

You could probably just get away with this - http://www.amazon.com/6x9-Chromakey-Backdrop-Background-Fancierstudio/dp/B001PCQTDO/ref=pd_cp_p_3

Make sure you have something to set it up with, either a wall, piece of foamboard, or get a frame like this - http://www.amazon.com/LimoStudio-Adjustable-Background-Backdrop-Support/dp/B00E6GRHBO/ref=pd_bxgy_p_text_y

If you get the frame, don't neglect the spring clamps - http://www.amazon.com/Cheaplights-PCS-3-75-Spring-Clamps/dp/B0019SHZU0/ref=pd_bxgy_p_text_z though I got mine (metal and more robust) from Home Depot.

Just a quick thing to mention, the AT2020 is not a Dynamic microphone as OP requested. The Shure SM58 ($100) would be a great starter, it's a solid microphone and priced well.

I personally use a Rode Procaster ($230) and Yamaha MG10XU ($200) and think the sound is great, though the mixer is almost certainly overkill so it ends up a little out of budget there. The Scarlet 2i2 u/Triksterism mentioned is a very popular and solid choice for the interface.

Edit: Either I'm stupid or reddit's new interface makes it a pain in the butt to create links compared to the old system.

there is a Makie mixer with better preamps that will run quieter, the 402VLZ4 and the larger 802VLZ4.

But I promise you that what you really want is an interface, not a mixer. this one is very popular and will allow two mics. there are more expensive ones with more inputs. Then for a mixer, use a DAW. Reaper is free and fully functional.

I used a Audio-Technica AT2020 for a year before I upgraded. Honestly its a great microphone.
I paired it with a newer microphone stand which is like 15 bucks and also a pop filter. I was very happy with the results.

Mic: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0006H92QK

Arm: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DW3ZT76

Pop Filter: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00946ZJN4

As far as a mic. You have a lot of options. You can go with a USB connection. Which is a reasonable option with good quality in products like Blue Yeti or going with a much better studio quality mic like MXL or even Audio-Technica however going with the studio mica I have listed you will need an audio interface. Like the scarlet or Yamaha

I bought this one to use with my PS3:

https://www.amazon.com/HD-102-Powered-Splitter-Certified-Support/dp/B005HXFARS/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1478808828&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=Orei+HD-102+1x2+1+Port+HDMI+Powered+Splitter+Ver+1.3+Certified+for+Full+HD+1080P+and+3D+Support+One+Input+to+Two+Outputs+%28Black%29

Worked like a charm when I did extra life. Hope it helps! :)

You want the right tool for the right job. The purpose of a LAV mic is to get audio when a mic is preferred to not be seen or when you really have no way to follow the talent around with a boom (for example, I use a LAV for anything Virtual Reality). The audio quality will never match a mic that has a larger condenser.

As you mentioned it's more about quality and ease of use, I would highly recommend the Audio-Technica AT2020USB (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B5ZX9FM/). It has a wide frontal pickup pattern and is USB. I set this up for a fellow streamer and it allowed her to put the mic next to her monitor (out of camera view) and listen to music over speakers (she refused to wear headphones). The stand that it comes with can be dodgy and I would recommend some type of mic stand that has a shock mount to prevent desk/keyboard vibrations being picked up. This will also allow more freedom of movement without mic rustling on clothing unless you are really going to take the time to setup your LAV correctly before each broadcast (cable loop and undercover please (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004TGNHBA/)).

If you decide that having a LAV is what you would like to do, there are two sure fire options. The Sennheiser G3 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002CWQTXG/) and the RodeLink (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TV90DX0/). If money is no problem, you can never go wrong with Lectrosonics (http://www.lectrosonics.com/US/Wireless-IFB/category/22-wireless-ifb.html).

As far as the audio logistics, you will have the receiver audio out cable go into the mic audio in on the computer. That's if you dont have a mixer or anything like that. The wireless pack will have a dedicated mute switch in the event you need to cough or go to the restroom.

Also to note, wireless packs will chew through batteries and it's always a good idea to replace them when the pack reads one bar for the battery. Last thing you want is a dead mic mid broadcast and you have to scramble for batteries.

I just wanted to say I have a blue snowball and while it is good mic I do not recommend it. They went with using generic mic drivers on it instead of making their own and this has caused the mic to be very finicky. It seems to draw more power from USB than multiple ports on many pcs and often will not recognize as a device from reboot to reboot. I gave used two mics on two different pcs with the same result. If you do get it the most sure fire way to make it recognize is to plug it in after you finish boot up. Also it seems more stable on USB 3 plugs.

If you can save up for an XLR and a usb mixer (2 links) go with that because you can expand it later and you can get easy monitoring of your recording. If you go Snowball if you want to upgrade later you have to start all over because it is locked into USB output.

I'm actually considering this. I'm thinking of buying an extra phantom power source from amazon ( https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-1-Channel-Microphone-Condenser-Recording/dp/B014H8AWGC/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=phantom+power&qid=1557003475&s=gateway&sr=8-4) and hooking it up between the mic and CL-1.

Do you know if this will give me clean gain boost like it does for dynamic/ribbon microphones?

The Elgato software has a MAC version, so you should just be able to buy an Elgato capture card, a mic, and have it work just fine.

As for a good quality mic, something like an AudioTechnica USB mic will be great quality, however it is a bit pricey.

if you want a cheaper but still decent quality mic, the Samson GO is actually really good for the money, and is what i use. if you want a sound demo of it i can make one, or i can link you part of one of my videos where i am using it to do commentary type stuff

Oh! Then you're ready to roll! The set should've come with some set up instructions. The setup should look like this:

Xbox USB and Optical go into the mixamp

Headset connects to mixamp

Stream/aux out goes from the mixamp to your PC's 3.5 audio-in port. You'll be able to add that audio as a source in OBS.

But before you do all this, install the Astro software on your PC so you can program the mixamp. I recommend setting it up so that ONLY chat audio goes through the 3.5 port, not the game audio (game audio will be better quality if you just use the audio from the HDMI/elgato).

Tweaking your sound levels will take some time because (as far as I know) you don't really have a way of monitoring/listening to what your viewers will hear as your streaming. What I did was record myself playing a quick game , joining chat and trying to talk as much as possible, then going back and listening to the recording. Based on what you hear, you tweak your game audio, chat audio and mic audio levels. I had to do this several times before I found a balance I was content with.

One last thing is that if you hear some high pitch interference coming from the 3.5 audio, you'll need a loop ground noise isolator. Here's the one I use:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019393MV2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I don't use my mixer for streaming so I'm not entirely sure about this but you might be able to avoid keyboard noise by lowering the gain, if the mixer has gain knobs. If the mixer doesn't have a noise gate feature you could buy a noise gate pedal. Be warned though that pedal is cheap for a reason. For avoiding noise taint from a keyboard I'm sure it'd be fine. If you wanna know the mixer I have it's a Yamaha MG102c. For streaming though I use a Roland VT-3 which is a voice transformer. Besides the occasional effects I like it cause of the sensitivity knob, it's USB, and the mic port supports both XLR and 1/4". It also has a 3.5 mm mic port if you for some reason use that type of mic.

So, a headphone splitter will only feed outward from a source, you would not be able to capture a microphone and feed that into a computer to mix into your stream. And like I said, if you want the best quality, have 1 mic per person.

For up to 4 mics I would get these microphones: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002KZAKS/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=292074DNOL1VR&coliid=INXXPO6Y015HZ

This audio mixer, which will only connect up to 4 microphones via XLR: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008O517IW/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3QOBG8ZG11MY7&coliid=I2FAJU33T9L7ZR

Something like these for XLR cables: https://www.amazon.com/Pack-Foot-Female-Microphone-Cable/dp/B00X7YJUGG/ref=sr_1_3?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1492408487&sr=1-3&keywords=xlr+cable+4+pack

And these stands for the mics: https://www.amazon.com/PYLE-PRO-PMKSDT25-Adjustable-Desktop-Microphone/dp/B005MII5MK/ref=sr_1_10?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1492408533&sr=1-10&keywords=mic+desk+stand

My lamp: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00I2S7MHQ/ref=psdcmw_1063292_t1_B00WFZS55A

Softbox: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0093OWIYA/ref=pd_aw_fbt_421_img_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=BSC20C7JTC1YYXM1ZQJT

Bulbs: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HNEPPJM/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

If you get a lamp that can fit that softbox and fire those bulbs, you should have a decent setup. You can check my VODs if you need examples. I hope my links are good, because I am on mobile haha. But yeah, that setup works wonders for me so far.

The Blue Yeti is a good mic but over rated. Before I went with an XLR condenser mic I was using a CAD U37 USB mic on loan from a friend. For less than half the price of a Yeti, it does produce a very nice sound. It also isn't so frickin' HUGE.

I think what you are talking about is Photo Background stands that would allow the fabric to drape down.

http://www.amazon.com/LimoStudio-Adjustable-Background-Backdrop-AGG1112/dp/B00E6GRHBO/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1449083607&sr=1-1&keywords=green+screen+stand

Its hard to comment on the lighting (You will know by testing it out), You have to make sure your light will give you an even exposure for OBS to Key the green out properly. But most people like myself get additional lights to help with green screen

I hope this helps

I have a $20 behringer xm8500 mic and u can get a behringer $40 usb interface and it sounds pretty good. My vod from yesterday is my first stream with this mic and it sounds the same as a $100 shure sm58

Edit: I originally had an audio technica at2020. It was too sensitive for me so I got a shure sm58 based on reviews. Then people were saying you can get this behringer mic for $80 less and it sounds the same. I did and I am happy with it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002KZAKS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EK1OTZC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I think I may have close to the same lighting as u/cannondale1986 does. Here's a pic of one of the lights and one of mine and my husbands setup with the lights on - http://imgur.com/a/y1X3Z

Here's what we bought.

LimoStudio 2 Sets of 18W LED Photography Table Top Photo Studio Lighting Kit with Energy Saving Light Bulb and Light Stand Tripod, AGG1077 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DP65ARO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_rNuV7xRmksQbV

CowboyStudio 9-Inch Portable Quick Setup Speedlite Softbox with Velcro Strap for Nikon Canon Flash Light (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0093OWIYA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_WvhgqzWOjwwaF

We didn't have many places to put the lights on the desk, so we took them off their stands and figured out a way to anchor them to the wall. It works out fine for us because it's a fairly small room to do that in. The setup is easy to figure out when it comes to hooking the stand to the lamp. The only tricky part is if you're using a softbox to diffuse, you need to take the metal lamp shade anchor piece off by removing the nut and then put the light into the softbox. You can then put the the pieces back together and you're done. Here's the YouTube video I used to figure it out - https://youtu.be/Ek-VoKte9ts

Also @u/cannondale1986 - Hopefully my husband and I see you around the TwitchRP community. :-)

I'm not positive yet, but any upgrade will be to a powerful studio microphone that needs to be connected via XLR cables and thus needs to be run though some sort of XLR to USB interface. Something like this:

http://www.amazon.com/Focusrite-2i2-USB-Recording-Interface/dp/B005OZE9SA/ref=cm_cr_pr_sims_t#customerReviews

Paired with something like this:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=849700&gclid=CNPQw5aWn8MCFUwS7AodV0QAcA&Q=&is=REG&A=details

I see you have the SC as well. The SC is a great card :) Of course mine is the 970, but still :).

I know a few people who have a dedicated streaming rig, although they have i5's and what not. The X51 was a bad purchase and im trying to find a use for it.

Would i generally be better with a Capture Card by AVermedia?

http://www.amazon.ca/AVerMedia-C985-Gamer-1080P-Capture/dp/B007UXJ6LE

Is this worth it? I stream currently 720p@60 (As 1080p60 is too much for my connection). The 60FPS a huge thing for me, as most of my followers know me on that note. :P

My setup is very simple:
I normally stream capture from my PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360 and Xbox One. I split my console(s) signal using this splitter. I then capture footage from my console(s) via a Black Magic Intensity Shuttle
For my audio I use a mixer. With a XLR Headset. All audio goes from my mixer to my Macbook Pro or PC using an XLR to USB audio adapter.
Camera is a Go Pro Hero 3+ Black Edition which is captured using a second Black Magic Intensity Shuttle. Its also pretty good with my chroma keying.

Well you could always just use your headset and a standalone mic. I can't think of any streamer who uses a standalone mic and speakers because the issue of feedback is kinda hard to solve. If you are set on using a standalone mic and speakers then your best bet is to get a cardioid microphone. These types of mics are designed to only pick up nearby sounds from a certain angle so you could possibly avoid feedback with one. Some good cardioid mics are the AT2020 and the Blue Yeti

I have a cloth thats something like 4x4 feet (I think they are 10-20$ on amazon.) I then pinned the corners to the roof with tacs and left the center un-tacked so it droops a bit. When I'm done I just toss it up over itself through the tack free portion and you can walk freely under it.

If you have some extra money you can also get a stand off of amazon that you could store off to the side: https://www.amazon.com/LimoStudio-Adjustable-Background-Backdrop-AGG1112/dp/B00E6GRHBO/ref=br_lf_m_gvy6u24qkj8xx55_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&s=photo

You could get a Blue Yeti it has an omnidirectional mode which is pretty powerful just turn up the gain and you'll get to hear every squeak, belch and fart your players make. I currently use a Blue Yeti myself and you can do a lot of stuff with the software to help with your problem.

I'm going to look more into the ATR2100 or another dynamic mic.


The Behringer U-Phoria you mentioned earlier is just $30 on Amazon right now. From the review it seems like it's pretty decent assuming that you get a functional one (and if not Amazon has good return policies). I'm guessing the scarlet one is much better but not sure if its 3 times the price better.


Edit: or were you referring to the other u-phoria thats $60. And here's the $30 one

Is there any specific reason as to why you want use this over a C920 for example? I can't answer your Camera question, but if you end up having to look for a webcam, definitely choose that! :)

You can look into getting a Roland VT-3. It's a little pricey, and depending on what you have now, you might need to buy a new mic. If you're curious about it, I'd be more than happy to help.

Logitech C920. Bought it recently and It's hands down the best webcam I've ever seen in my life. It's definitely worth the price.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Logitech-960-000767-C920-HD-Webcam/dp/B006A2Q81M?tag=gdext-21

Weekends are my busiest streaming days since I normally run from 12pm-1am but I'll try to throw a guide together this weekend and post it on the sub.

But for you:

LimoStudio Green Screen Stand - $35

LimoStudio Green Screen - $18

LimoStudio Studio Light Umbrella Kit - $52

Alternatively, you could get the softboxes instead:

LimoStudios Light Softbox Kit - $77

What's interesting is Limo no longer sells the green screen and stand together without the lighting kit but I don't think that's a deal killer.

Alternatively, if you want the full setup in one go, with two umbrellas, two softboxes, four light stands, a green screen and stand, and a black and a blue backdrop. The only thing substantially different from this kit is that it leaves out the third, small light stand from the umbrella kit that is typically used to project light on the subject's back to create a "highlight" on the outline of the subject to help the chromakey separate from the subject and the green screen but I don't use this and don't have any issues.

LimoStudios Full Light and Backdrop Kit - $143

Also, quick question, when I make this guide do you think it would be helpful to provide light setup and position guides as well as chromakey guides?

I recommend NOT using GameCapture to stream. As usual, the tier list goes:

I'm Just Getting Started: OBS Studio
I Want To Do Better: XSplit Personal
Time To Get Serious: Gameshow
Professional: XSplit Premium, Wirecast

XSplit will let you choose to play the audio from the xbox through your PC's main audio output.

Of course, the best way to do this is to route the audio output from your Xbox through the Aux input of an Astro Mixamp, remembering that if they're connected to the same power source you should use a $10 Ground Loop Isolator to avoid a mild buzzing sound. But don't worry, that's just for you and it doesn't come through to the stream.

I'm going to do a 2016 wrapup article detailing all this soon.

Yeah I love using contact and the many VSTs xD, it does make it very easier! The pathetic part is that Yamaha won't obviously allow their VSTs to be made public...

I have this box, but it only has one, which is already being used for the mic so I suppose I should upgrade to the 2 port then lmao... though I'm not sure what connectors I should use

So I upgrade to this right to get my 2 inputs, one for my mic and the piano

https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-UMC202HD-BEHRINGER-U-PHORIA-2-Channel/dp/B00QHURUBE/ref=pd_sbs_267_t_2/146-5736008-6915446?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00QHURUBE&pd_rd_r=0f466cf2-954f-4085-99f8-a8a20728e992&pd_rd_w=Fj18b&pd_rd_wg=TUkBe&pf_rd_p=5cfcfe89-300f-47d2-b1ad-a4e27203a02a&pf_rd_r=970MDR9Q4DCP76NKFNYF&psc=1&refRID=970MDR9Q4DCP76NKFNYF

then I buy a specific cable fuckery for it, XLR to Stereo 1/4 and it should play the song from that port and thankfully my piano has a headset jack I can listen on it as well.

https://www.amazon.com/Tisino-Balanced-Signal-Interconnect-Quarter/dp/B07J5R4873/ref=pd_bxgy_267_img_2/146-5736008-6915446?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07J5R4873&pd_rd_r=111abeed-fe76-4bd3-9c47-5175282db911&pd_rd_w=bjUad&pd_rd_wg=d0UOA&pf_rd_p=09627863-9889-4290-b90a-5e9f86682449&pf_rd_r=9AT573D122QY4B77S17X&psc=1&refRID=9AT573D122QY4B77S17X

Do you think I should get one of the sound cards or some audiophile shit I can't remember what it's called, but it basically enhances the sound... I'm not sure at any rate

I am a HUGE fan of the PCIE Avermedia card. It doesn't suffer from sound sync issues like some other cards (Elgato for example). As far as the resolution goes I couldn't tell you, I only pump 1080 and below into it. http://www.amazon.com/AVerMedia-Recorder-C985-Capture-Stream/dp/B007UXJ6LE

Love the yeti mic so much. A lot of my friends use it too.
https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Yeti-USB-Microphone-Blackout/dp/B00N1YPXW2/ref=sr_1_3?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1526250163&sr=1-3&keywords=Yeti+mic&dpID=310-tLIc6uL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

I can only speak from experience, but we've got this definitely very expensive one and it seems to work well enough with the webcam feed in the corner of our stream

If you can afford to drop a bit of cash, I've heard many people recommend the Logitech C920 but I can't really speak for it myself.

Do one stop shopping and get yourself the Yamaha MG10XU. Pound for pound I don't know anything that delivers better in it's price range. It's easy to set up and gives you a wealth of options.

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https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-MG10XU-10-Input-Stereo-Effects/dp/B00IBIVL42/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=yahama+mixer&qid=1556628901&s=gateway&sr=8-2

I'm in an apartment, and my computer setup is in a corner, so I used a backdrop support with a green backdrop for a while, with muslin clamps. However, that was kind of a pain in the ass to setup/teardown each time, since I couldn't leave it up since it's right against my door. Now, I started using a WebAround (The "Big Shot", round one) that I picked up at Twitchcon. It works since I don't have a lot of space, and can just throw it on the back of my chair. (You gotta be careful you don't spin around too much if you don't want your desk stuff to become floor stuff. :P)

I'll take a picture of it when I'm home, but it works pretty well :) I've got a C922 webcam, so I have to crop it a bit so I don't exceed the area around my greenscreen :P

Here's a screenshot after chromakeying

The Logitech C920 is a great webcam and from what I've seen, is the most recommended webcam on this subreddit. It appears to be £55.99 on Amazon at the moment. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Logitech-C920-Webcam-Auto-Focus-Microphone/dp/B006A2Q81M

Thank you so much. This was great advice.

I've seen this microphone touted as one of the best, and is very similar to one you mentioned. However it is a condenser mic, so you would recommend yours over this?

http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT2020-USB-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B001AS6OYC/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1367002546&sr=1-1&keywords=Audio+technica+usb

If so, it seems best to put the microphone on a stand and point it directly to my location? At time I do like having background noise captured, but I can use a separate mic for these occasions.

Also, how close will I need to be to this microphone? It may actually be troublesome getting this very close to my face.

that is quite an expensive thing to start with. I'll cut that price tag in half and still show you something way more than I'm sure you will need...


https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-MG10XU-10-Input-Stereo-Effects/dp/B00IBIVL42/ref=sr_1_3?hvadid=178358016906&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9031285&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=4127858809264975478&hvtargid=kwd-66694691191&keywords=yamaha+mg10xu&qid=1556581041&s=gateway&sr=8-3


I use the Yamaha MG10XU for my stream, it's an amazing mixer for it's price, it has some built in effects you can apply to channels if wanted, supports up to 4 XLR mics and then some. It doesn't necessarily have the Fader sliders you mention, but it has a volume nob which has the same function. So as long as you are cool with twisting as opposed to sliding, BAM.

The CAD u37 is a nice condenser mic listed on Amazon for $45 right now. It's the mic I use so you can check a past broadcast of mine to see what kind of quality I get out of it :)

Hey there.

I use an Avermedia Live Gamer HD. It's an internal capture card that I highly recommend. I broadcast 360 and X1 gameplay with ease and it looks great! If you have a desktop and have the PCI-E slot for a capture card, I would recommend this.

If you must go external, I echo Oremm's response. Splurge now and get the higher end Elgato. You won't regret it. And yeah, you don't want to stream through the X1 app. It's very limited in what you can do with your stream.

My capture card was an expensive investment, but it has more than paid for itself since I purchased it back in May.

Don't bother with USB. Just use cables like this -- pick up at least 3, they are absolutely the most useful cables you'll ever use for dealing with this.

Just connect your pc's stereo out (green plug) to the mixer's line-in 4/5, and connect your mixer's Main Out to your pc's line-in (blue plug). Connect your kit to the mixer's line-in 2/3, and plug your headphones into the Phones port. If you have a mic, just plug it into the mic port.

That will give you full control, everything will be 100% in sync, and you just have to add Line In as an audio source in OBS.

I also had the mod mic and was not liking the quality of it in the vids I did on twitch or YT. What I ended up going with is the AT2020 USB Plus so far I have been really happy with it. I did get an [el cheapo arm] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GRMF5ZE/ref=od_aui_detailpages01?ie=UTF8&psc=1) do yourself the favor and get a better arm than the el cheapo it does the job but it sucks lol. The Rode PSA1 is the arm I would get (I do plan on it when funds come available).

Here's an alternative to that Blue one if you end up getting the AT2020. It's what I use, and it's fantastic.

http://www.amazon.com/WindTech-PopGard-Microphone-Windscreen/dp/B00946ZJN4/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1451331756&sr=1-1&keywords=windtech+popgard

Looks cool too.

Hey, Idk what your price range is, but the Logitech c920 or c922 are both wonderful cams (I use em) and can do 720p60fps or 1080p30fps and I can't recommend them enough! Here's a link if you wanted to check it out https://www.amazon.it/Logitech-Microfono-Integrato-Treppiedi-Funziona/dp/B006A2Q81M/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1527683486&sr=1-1&keywords=logitech+cam

Really it just goes down to how much you are willing to spend. If you can afford it, try and get a condenser microphone.

I was able to get this at guitar center for about 80$ used. Worth every penny, the sound is amazing.

So I had an issue like this when I started. Pretty much when you stream it uses your CPU to encode not your videocards. I fixed it by using a capture card which takes a lot of the load off the CPU and runs it through that. I am currently using https://www.amazon.com/AVerMedia-Streaming-Definition-Hardware-C985/dp/B007UXJ6LE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480122612&sr=8-1&keywords=avermedia+live+gamer+hd Since the game also uses CPU and OBS uses CPU you can see what is going on.

This seems to be a popular one. Blue Yeti USB Microphone - Blackout Edition https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00N1YPXW2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_F3eazb565E53S

This is the one I want to get
Shure SM7B Vocal Dynamic Microphone, Cardioid https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002E4Z8M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_c5eazbXZ73MRP

An affordable setup would be this stand with this screen. The expensive part (or hot part) is lighting it (and you). Here is something that I've done - you can check my channel to see the results. I use IKEA light strips (about $20) and stuck it to my monitor in front of me it gives you excellent lighting for your face (for REALLY cheap). Lighting the screen you can pretty much use any form of lighting. Light boxes and LED lights are ideal, but more expensive.

Well most capture cards like the Live Gamer HD (C985 - what I use) use an HDMI Passthrough. Although you're going to have to also get an HDMI Splitter to alleviate the HDCP issues....but I wouldn't necessarily say there's any input lag. That, paired up with Xsplit Broadcaster / Gamecaster Console Viewer actually works fairly well. I wouldn't say I have any experience with playing a rhythm games on it, but I will say that playing other games that are lag-sensitive (Street Fighter), I don't have any issues. Check it out.
Splitter
Live Gamer HD

Samson Q2U is probably the best budget mic IMO. It is XLR and USB so if you don't have an interface yet you can still use it with USB.

the Samson Q2U Is IMO the best mic for new streamers.

Yes. You will need an HDMI splitter. They run about $20 bucks I recommend this one. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005HXFARS/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1451327597&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX220_SY330_QL65&keywords=hdmi+splitter&dpPl=1&dpID=412GDbyCYBL&ref=plSrch

This is on sale right now for a great price if you're in the US.
http://www.amazon.com/AVerMedia-Recorder--C985-Capture-Stream/dp/B007UXJ6LE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1417650819&sr=8-2&keywords=avermedia

I think i found a replacement stand for only 40 bucks, which is great because I'm only down one stand.

https://www.amazon.com/LimoStudio-Adjustable-Background-Backdrop-AGG1112/dp/B00E6GRHBO/ref=pd_sim_421_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=41q14h9xSaL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&psc=1&refRID=59YTX83JHS14PZJ3SXHM

Follow up to all of this, maybe someone stumbles across this thread eventually.

So the FX send output works, I connected it to my PC with a cable and a buzz box.

It is not mix minus, meaning I have the mic separately and the other output is everything I hear (PC audio + microphone).

Surprising to me was that the FX nob functions as gain for the FX send output. Meaning if I have it at 10 the signal is all distorted and if I have it a 1, I still get a clear output just more quiet.

Currently I have it at 3, that way its the same level as my voice using the stereo output.

This did fix my discord problem which is great.

Most people would recommend a Focusrite Scarlett. I’ve used this one and would recommend it. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E6T56EA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2.dwCb77C72DN

You could also look into an audio mixer which could give you more possibilities for future proofing. I currently use the Yamaha MG10XU and it’s also been fantastic. Although it doesn’t work exactly how I want it to for a dual pc setup but you might not have that issue. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IBIVL42/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_AeewCb65EAS4W

Yeah. You'll want to get one of these cables, and go from your headphone port to either channel 5/6 or channel 7/8. Red goes in Right, black in left.
You will also probably need a ground loop isolater. Something like this one. Otherwise you may hear some static over the wires.

The last rocksmith had a 3rd party patch that let you use other usb interfaces. I'm sure it will come out for the new one soon. I used to use one of these with rocksmith 1

The problem with trying to record from a PS3 with a capture device through the HDMI is the HDCP, which is basically encryption. If you get a splitter like this or something similar, it can take care of the HDCP for you if you plug it in between the PS3 and the capture device. Make sure you have a TV or monitor plugged into the splitter's other output, though, as the splitter may cause funky things to happen if you don't. Also, you should know that regardless of your bandwidth constraints and such most PS3 games are 720p and not 1080p.

I have Astro A40's and both Yeti and the AT2020 and I prefer AT2020 over the yeti the sound and performance beats the Yeti. You can get a USB or an XLR (XLR needs a Mixer or an Audio Interface) Well the USB is just plug and go, (I use the USB Version) If your looking at the AT2020 get a Popfilter for sure, I use the WindTech PopGard Microphone Windscreen I currently don't use any boom arm or shock mount planning on upgrading the mic soon so not buying anything else for it. Hope this can help.

I personally have a CAD U37 mic. It sounds very clean and with the correct settings outperforms a Yeti in a lot of ways especially cost. Here is an amazon link.

personally i'd probably go with a scarlett solo or 202hd amp and a e835 or sm58 mic around that price point; i'm a bit of a dynamic mic fanboy though

i just got this mic and its fantastic. I literally cannot recommend this enough.

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001R747SG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I highly suggest trying this one

It works great and doesn't add any bulk in front of your face. Pop filters aren't just for eliminating plosions by the way. They also protect the Microphone from any moisture damage from spit as you talk (even a bit far away you'd be surprised) so I highly suggest having one and not getting rid of it.

• Microphone Bundle
  
• Blue Yeti Microphone
  
• Mic Boom
  
• Boom Mount
  
• Pop Filter
  
  
  This is what it looks like when it is all said and done. (Ignore the bad/lazy cable management)

Yes I ended up purchasing this and it cleared everything up.

Mpow Ground Loop Noise Isolator... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019393MV2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

http://www.amazon.com/CAD-U37-Condenser-Recording-Microphone/dp/B001AIQGUO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410874788&sr=8-1&keywords=cad+u-37 in stock here :)

It's still the C920.

If you're in the UK, you're in luck.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Logitech-C920-Pro-1080p-Webcam/dp/B006A2Q81M/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480514172&sr=8-1&keywords=c920

I don't believe the USB 3.0 protocol can support 144Hz. It makes sense it would downclock it to the lowest common denominator. I would recommend you instead get an HDMI Repeater/Splitter and split the single hdmi output you have and send one to your monitor and one to your capture pc. There shouldn't be any noticeable lag doing this way.

Here's one under $20: OREI HD-102 1x2 1 Port HDMI Powered Splitter Ver 1.3 Certified for Full HD 1080P & 3D Support (One Input To Two Outputs) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005HXFARS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_R5YJBbZBMAV6N

Depending on your budget you may want to put money away for something like this.

Roland AIRA Series VT-3 Voice Transformer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IGDXK9Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_gwhOAbVT433H7

the Blue Yeti is hard to beat when it comes to relatively-easy setups for different group configurations, as long as everyone is pretty close.

I would recommend if you have a desktop the live gamer HD if you have a laptop the elgato HD60

Amazon had the C920 on sale yesterday for 50 usd. I just checked my email to see if they were still on sale, but it's back up to 68 usd.

There is one for sale on UK Amazon for £53.99 right now. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Logitech-C920-Pro-1080p-Webcam/dp/B006A2Q81M/ref=sr_1_1?s=computers&ie=UTF8&qid=1475073184&sr=1-1&keywords=c920

I ended up getting two of these after some internet searching.

They did the job extremely well.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019393MV2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It all depends on budget.

Blue Yeti Microphone // c920 Webcam // Behringer Mixer


3 links to what you would need, if you have a decent budget, you might want to use an XLR microphone for your audio mixer, but then you would have to find a way to chat to people ingame (If you were playing CSGO for example).

It's the Popgard 2000 from Windtech!

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/WindTech-OMEL-MR-PN-6709335-PopGard-2000/dp/B00946ZJN4

Thanks awwsyn. Noise Isolators? Like Ground Hum Eliminators? Did your experience present a similar sound? My incredibly limited experience indicated to me that the ground hum sound (which those helped with) were 50/60hz, based on where you are located. Again, VERY limited experience.

EDIT: https://www.amazon.com/Mpow-Ground-Isolator-Stereo-System/dp/B019393MV2 these things? Might have to check it out, hadn't seen these ones at my local audio shop.

Amazon has the AT2020 with a boom and pop filter for $99

http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT2020-Cardioid-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B0006H92QK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1450503788&sr=8-1&keywords=at202

I personally use this mic, with a similar boom but I have this pop gard http://www.amazon.com/WindTech-PopGard-Microphone-Windscreen/dp/B00946ZJN4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1450503795&sr=8-1&keywords=pop+gard

and this shock mount http://www.amazon.com/Leegoal-Vibration-Suspension-Microphone-Holder/dp/B00G35U9Z2/ref=sr_1_2?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1450503907&sr=1-2&keywords=shock+mount

I was recommended this one.

$60 USD Samson Q2U: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001R747SG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_PYRxDbX6NHYK4

$96 USD Behringer UMC202HD:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QHURUBE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_p3RxDbKEGEK61

Look at the manufacturer website for accurate information about specs. The Amazon listing for the 202 had info about the 404 model.

Just grab a cheap Hdmi splitter off amazon and hook it up in line between your gaming device and your capture card. See link:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005HXFARS/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1497443411&sr=8-6&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=Hdmi+splitter&dpPl=1&dpID=412GDbyCYBL&ref=plSrch

Would this mic and This mixer work? apparently I wanted to start recording stuff and got these a while ago and have been putting it off.

CAD U37 USB Studio Condenser Recording Microphone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001AIQGUO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_LYjezbHJJA5VM does this look good?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001AIQGUO/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?tag=thetecpla07-20&ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B001AIQGUO&linkCode=as2&linkId=3RV6IMNHSAOOO6C3

Obviously I need a pop filter and a new stand, but would this be bad to start with?

Shouldn't be. Its the same price point
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001R747SG

Another one that works that I use this one

I will need both. Below is the current splitter and switch I have. I need the splitter to split the signal so one console will go to my PC(Elgato Capture Card) and BenQ monitor and switch to change from Xbox to PS4 etc...I've put my monitor, switch, and splitter below. Nothing works on 4K thought.

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BenQ

Switch

Splitter

http://www.amazon.com/HD-102-Powered-Splitter-Certified-Support/dp/B005HXFARS/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1452460958&sr=8-8&keywords=best+hdmi+splitter


is this a splitter? i think i still have it from when i used my ps4 before the hdcp thing :p

Cheaper on Amazon at £46.98.

Twitch already give you some advices here:

https://help.twitch.tv/s/article/recommended-hardware-for-broadcasting !

cams:

https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-C920-Pro-1080p-Webcam/dp/B006A2Q81M

or

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5UOYC4

mic:

https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Yeti-USB-Microphone-Blackout/dp/B00N1YPXW2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1500574551&sr=8-3&keywords=blue+yeti

and so :)

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Logitech-C920-Pro-1080p-Webcam/dp/B006A2Q81M/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1486065847&sr=8-1&keywords=Logitech+HD+Pro+Webcam+C920

Try the UK one?

http://www.amazon.com/AVerMedia-Recorder-C985-Capture-Stream/dp/B007UXJ6LE

This correct?

Oh yours is XLR, got it. I was thinking about getting the USB version of that.

This one: https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT2020USB-PLUS-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B00B5ZX9FM

Or a yeti I guess

AT2020+ is a mic - http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT2020USB-PLUS-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B00B5ZX9FM

Floor Mic Stand - http://www.amazon.com/PylePro-PMKS15-Microphone-Adjustable-Extendable/dp/B00BQOFG6W

I use the Yamaha MG10XU , and here is the El Gato StreamDeck.

https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-MG10XU-10-Input-Stereo-Effects/dp/B00IBIVL42

I think this might be the one: https://www.amazon.com/Roland-AIRA-VT-3-Voice-Transformer/dp/B00IGDXK9Q

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-1-Channel-Microphone-Condenser-Recording/dp/B014H8AWGC/ref=pd_bxgy_267_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B014H8AWGC&pd_rd_r=D57N2YTBVSDMCF265EMM&pd_rd_w=6QTEI&pd_rd_wg=tFDSC&psc=1&refRID=D57N2YTBVSDMCF265EMM would this be a good one? its the one it comes with

It must be the ground loop isolator I got. I am using audacity to record, and playing it back to test it out. Not streaming yet.
Before I installed ground loop isolator it was in stereo, and after I installed it is mono. This is what I am using: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019393MV2/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I need a ground loop isolator. See this video if you want: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sm77C6GLAsk

You could try using a ground loop maybe. I had a weird static sound with my previous audio setup and this fixed it for me - https://www.amazon.com/Mpow-Ground-Isolator-Stereo-System/dp/B019393MV2

I use this simple one. Plug the line out from the mixer into the isolator and then the isolator plugs into your pc

Buy a capture card, Not cheap but worth the money if you are serious about streaming http://www.amazon.com/AVerMedia-C985-Gamer-1080p-Capture/dp/B007UXJ6LE

You have a ground loop, you need a noise reducing 3.5mm cable. Here's an adapter that'll do it that's prime on Amazon. This is a common problem for cars when using a charger+your aux jack to your stereo.

http://www.amazon.ca/CAD-Audio-U37-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B001AIQGUO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410875269&sr=8-1&keywords=CAD+u37

No can do. :(

I looked through all the comments and didn't find this suggestion, perhaps because it involves spending more money? However, I have done some research on this and find that the most successful streamers use this method.

First, League of Legends is a CPU intensive game. Graphics are surprisingly a small part of running League.

Second, Twitch streaming is a HUGE load on your CPU.

Because of how rendering engines work, there is going to be some inherit lag between your CPU processing the game, giving the graphical output to OBS, OBS rendering the video with your overlays, then placing it on the network to the Twitch ingest servers.

Depending on configuration, some systems may be fast enough to overcome this processing lag in the background so that you never see it. However, most professional streamers have a separate computer specifically for running OBS and sending the output to Twitch. This is likely where your problem is.

My suggestion: build a secondary computer specifically for OBS rendering and network communication with Twitch ingest servers.

I would recommend you pay attention to 3 specific parts to your PC (perhaps building a custom pc?):

• CPU, at least an i5 to handle the load from streaming to Twitch
  
  https://www.amazon.com/Intel-i5-7500-Desktop-Processor-BX80677I57500/dp/B01MZZJ1P0/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1497844108&sr=1-2&refinements=p_n_feature_four_browse-bin%3A2289793011%2Cp_89%3AIntel%2Cp_n_condition-type%3A2224371011%2Cp_85%3A2470955011
  
  
• Capture Card, to take the graphical output from you gaming computer (LethalFrag uses this)
  
  https://www.amazon.com/AVerMedia-Recorder--C985-Capture-Stream/dp/B007UXJ6LE/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1447211372&sr=8-1&keywords=avermedia+c985&linkCode=sl1&tag=lethalfrag-20&linkId=2790cf038c502c295528967808f7f59a
  
  
• Network Card, ensures network stability with Twitch ingest servers including ping mitigation
  
  https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA4UG5RB2658&cm_re=network_card-_-9SIA4UG5RB2658-_-Product
  
  You will need a graphics card as well since OBS will use it for its rendering engine, but this card BY NO MEANS needs to be spectacular. A modern, basic graphics card should suffice.
  
  https://www.amazon.com/DUAL-GTX1050-2G-GeForce-Dual-Fan-Gaming-Graphics/dp/B01M69KN7E/ref=sr_1_2?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1497844717&sr=1-2&keywords=asus+1050
  
  Decent power supply, small SSD (128gb), basic case, 8gb DDR4 RAM, Windows and your set.
  
  I know. I know. It's more money. But, it really should kill your performance issues for good. According to your network speed test, your upload speed could be faster but it shouldn't be the source of your problem from what you described.
  
  Hope this helps.
  
  Note: I am a Computer Engineer and mod for Twitch streamers