As a vTuber, there are products and services that make what I do possible. Some of these are essential, others are nice to have! I've found that making my processes run smoothly helps remove stress and roadblocks.
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Adding these products to my life has maximized my output!
I spend a lot of time at the computer, and keeping my body moving helps prevent pain! I LOVE that this walking pad folds up for easy storage. Also, I don't understand the poor reviews on the site? This thing has been delightful.
WalkingPad C1 Foldable Walking Machine
I personally use a MacBook Air for streaming, which has plenty of limitations-- one of them being ports. This has helped me be able to connect directly to my internet router.
Best Buy essentials™ - USB-C to Ethernet Adapter - White
This is by far the most comfortable and convenient mouse I have ever used. Incredible for gaming, too!
Logitech - MX Master 3S Wireless Laser Mouse with ...
This hub has been essential for streaming from a MacBook Air. The ports are limited, and sometimes I need to plug in my mic and iPad for drawing streams.
Insignia™ 4-Port USB-C Hub Black NS-PCHC4A
Don't feel pressured to purchase something from Elgato from the start-- this capture card can sustain your streaming career long enough to see if you want to pursue it!
4K HDMI to USB Capture Card, Video Capture Card Device, 1080P HD Video Recorder, Game Capture Card for Streaming, Recording, Gaming, Broadcasting, Teaching, Nintendo Switch,PS34,Xbox,Twitch Compatible
I wasn't interested in spending a lot of money on a stand to hold my phone for face capture-- this stand has done the trick!
Kaiess 10.2" Selfie Ring Light & Tripod
I didn't want to spend hundreds on a mic, especially when I didn't know if I truly wanted to pursue vTubing! This one has reviews praising it as being comparable to it's more expensive competitors.
FIFINE K669B USB Condenser Microphone
A standing desk converter has been essential for me in keeping my body from turning into a knot.
The DeskRiser
Wired headphones are your best friend if you're a console streamer-- especially for Playstation. I've been a big fan of these, they have an audio jack and a usb plugin.
Ozeino 7.1 Surround Sound Gaming Headset
Use this if you're a console streamer to chat in-game AND send game audio to your streaming software.
weishan Chat Link Cable for Elgato HD60 S
Software
Software automates tasks that would be tedious or impossible for us to do.
A motion-capture software is essential for a 2D or 3D model! VTubeStudio is among the golden standard-- and it's just about the easiest to use.
VTube Studio
Streaming setups can be complicated, but software like OBS makes it as streamlined as possible. There is ample documentation to help a newbie get started!
Open Broadcaster Software | OBS
If you're an artist, you're in luck! You can use drawing software like Clip Studio Paint to sketch out what you'd like your model to look like, whether it's a PNG, 2D, or 3D model.
CLIP STUDIO PAINT - More powerful drawing.
I like using interesting backgrounds in VTubeStudio, mainly for social media content. There are plenty of dynamic wallpapers to pull from!
MoeWalls - Popular Free Live Wallpapers, Animated Wallpapers
Sometimes in app-editors won't cut it. Davinci has been great for editing social media content that requires more.