Madalyn’s Gear

When it comes to audio and video, I use a variety of gear. People are always asking me about my podcast setup. I invested in a high-end microphone, the Shure SM7B. It runs about $399 and will make you sound amazing! Not only do I use it for my podcasts but also for my webinars, online training courses, live streams, Zoom calls, and even Twitter Spaces.

This is my audio/video gear:

Shure SM7B microphone
Heil PL-2T Overhead Broadcast Boom
Mic Flag (square box with your logo)
Rode smartLav+ Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone
Logitech Brio webcam
Viltrox LED video lights
Arkon Tripod with Phone Holder Mount (save 20% discount code: TwitterSmarter)
Arkon Clip-on LED Selfie Light (save 20% discount code: TwitterSmarter)

Shure SM7B
https://amzn.to/3OIGuoq

A cheaper alternative mic:

Audio-Technica ATR2100
https://amzn.to/45HSn7o

Microphone for iPhone

Rode smartLav+ Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone

Rode smartLav+ Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone
https://amzn.to/2NoyHS3

Lights

2 Packs VILTROX LED video Panels
https://amzn.to/2On0tO0
The kit comes with (2) bi-color LED video light, (2) power adapter, (2) power cable, (2) 26-75 inches adjustable light stand, (2) hot shoe adapter, (1) wireless remote control, (1) carry bag. Dual color temperature system, brightness and color temperature (3300k~5600k). Wireless remote control system.
Check out this article and video from Wistia that shows you how to get great lighting on a budget.

Arkon Clip-on LED Selfie Light
http://www.arkon.com/product/SPLEDRING-live-streaming-video-selfie-light.html
(use coupon code: TwitterSmarter for 20% off everything in Arkon store)

Video

Logitech Brio Ultra HD Webcam – I’m using this now. It costs twice as much as the C920 (below) but you get clearer video and the ability to film in 4K.
https://amzn.to/2IrNUM2

Logitech C920 – Great camera for the money! I’ve used it for years. It’s a workhorse with a great price tag.
https://amzn.to/2yl4WXA

Tripod

Arkon 11 inch Tripod with Phone Holder Mount
http://www.arkon.com/product/RVTRIXL-tripod-phone-holder.html
(use coupon code: TwitterSmarter for 20% off everything in Arkon store)

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