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Content Creator Must Haves

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Dave Noble

Whether you’re just getting started or already creating regularly, having the right tools makes the process easier—and a lot more fun. This is a collection of the gear and setup pieces I personally use and/or recommend to plan, record, and share cont...

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Lighting

Video

Software

Microphones

Editing tools

Fun Stuff

Lighting

ighting is one of the easiest ways to improve how your content looks—often more than upgrading your camera. Good lighting helps reduce shadows, improves clarity, and makes colors look natural so your videos feel cleaner and more professional right aw...

Good lighting is one of the fastest ways to make your videos look more polished—and this softbox kit makes it easy. With two large soft lights and adjustable color temperature, it helps reduce harsh shadows and gives your setup that clean, studio-sty...

Skytex 2Pack Softbox Lighting Kit 20x28in

Great for talking-head videos, livestreams, Zoom-style recording, TikTok filming, or product shots on a tabletop setup. It’s a practical lighting upgrade that works especially well if you’re creating directly from your phone or computer and want stud...

2-Pack LED Video Light Kit with Tripod

Video

Great video content isn’t just about the camera—it’s about the tools that support it. Tripods, gimbals, motion trackers, and extra batteries help keep your shots steady, your framing consistent, and your recording time uninterrupted so you can create...

Must have for taking video on the go

DJI Osmo Mobile SE 3-Axis Phone Gimbal

I use this more than any other video tool besides my phone.

Sensyne 60" Phone Tripod & Selfie Stick

Must have for iphones

mophie Snap+ Juice Pack Mini - 5000mAh Charger

Allows you see yourself when using the rear facing camera

Newmowa Phone Vlog Selfie Monitor Screen

ULANZI TT23 64" Auto Face Tracking Tripod for iPhone/Android with Remote, 360°Rotating Selfie Stick That Follows Your Movement, Facial Recognition Tripod for iPhone 17/16/15/14/13/Android/Camera/GoPro

ULANZI TT23 64" Auto Face Tracking Tripod

Comes in Black, Pink and White
Product Image Product Image Product Image Product Image Product Image Product Image Product Image camrola Auto Face Tracking Phone Holder, No App Required, 360° Rotation Face Body Phone Tracking Tripod Smart Shooting Camera Mount for Live Vlog Stream...

Auto Face Tracking Phone Holder, 360° Rotation

I love this. It feels like you're holding a 35mm camera. There is a typo in the description. It should say updated, not ungraded. dont even know what that means.

ULANZI CG02 Smartphone Camera Shutter Grip w Bluetooth Remote & Adjustable Fill Light

Chances are you already have a tripod or even more than one. If you don't have one that tracks you as you move, you don't need to buy a new tripod. You just need this camera mount. Set it on top of your tripod and let it follow you around the room.

camrola Auto Face Tracking Phone Holder 360°

Software

Editing software is where your content really comes together. Tools like CapCut, WavePad, and similar editing apps help you trim clips, improve sound, add captions, and shape your videos into something polished and easy to watch. Whether you’re makin...

I use this for all my voice overs. The Editing features are top notch. So easy to see where umms and ahhs are. you can remove them with ease. Definitely a must have for Content Creators

WavePad Audio Editing Software - Pro Editor

If you use CapCut like I do, or your are just a beginner, you're going to want this.

CAPCUT 2026 USER GUIDE: Beginner’s Handbook

This is designed for beginning users on their mobile device

CapCut Mobile for Beginners: Pro Editing

Microphones

Good audio can make a bigger difference than almost any camera upgrade. This collection includes wired and wireless microphones, lapel mics, Bluetooth options, and helpful accessories that make voices sound clearer and more natural on video. Whether ...

My new favorite lapel mic: Here's a Benable note for the Hollyland Lark A1: Don't let poor audio ruin an otherwise great video. The Hollyland Lark A1 delivers clear, professional-quality sound with 48kHz/24-bit recording, making it a huge upgrade ove...

Hollyland Lark A1 Wireless Mic 48kHz 200m

The PD200 is ideal if you’re building a creator setup that you expect to grow over time. It works as a simple plug-and-play USB microphone today, but it also includes an XLR connection for future upgrades to mixers or audio interfaces. That flexibili...

MAONO PD200W Hybrid Wireless Podcast Microphone

Clear audio can make a bigger difference than almost any camera upgrade—and this microphone is a simple way to sound more professional right away. It’s designed for creators who want clean voice recording for videos, livestreams, podcasts, or voiceov... I use this mic for all my voice overs. Best mic I have owned.

MAONO PD100W USB Wireless Gaming Mic with Noise Reduction

The MAONO Wave T5 is a powerful wireless lav mic kit designed for creators who want clear, professional-sounding audio straight from their phone with almost no setup. With dual transmitters, AI noise reduction, and a charging case that extends record...

MAONO Wireless Lavalier Mic for iPhone/Android/PC

A good wireless microphone with noise cancellation is paramount when it comes to content creation. These mic's block out extraneous noise to make your a video sound like a pro.

Wireless Lavalier Mic for iPhone iPad Android

If you have USB wireless mics, and you want to have a interview style or a news reporter style video, just insert your wireless mic into these sticks and you now have a handheld mic.

QJYTH Mic Holder Adapter for DJI Mic & Rode

Editing tools

Great editing isn't just about the software you use—it's about having the right tools to make the entire process smoother and more efficient. This collection includes editing software, storage solutions, monitors, accessories, audio tools, and workfl...

The ULANZI D100H adds a customizable control dial and programmable macro keys that can speed up common editing tasks such as scrubbing through timelines, adjusting audio levels, zooming, and applying shortcuts. The tactile feedback makes it easy to u...

ULANZI D100H Wireless Video Editing Keyboard

Fun Stuff

Welcome to the collection of things absolutely nobody needs... but somehow everyone wants. These are the gadgets, toys, conversation starters, desk accessories, and just plain cool items that make life a little more fun. Some are surprisingly useful,...

If you've ever wondered how colors mix together, this CMY Color Cube is one of the coolest ways to see it in action. Made from transparent cyan, magenta, and yellow acrylic, it creates a surprising variety of colors just by changing the angle and the...

CMY Colorful 3.93in Acrylic Mixing Cube

Stand for the CMY cubes, I use this for my 100mm cube.

CMY Cubes Crystal Clear Cube Display Stand