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Intro Live Streaming Essentials and then Upgrades to Consider
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items I have been streaming on Twitch since 2013 - this is a list of my favorite equipment to get you started or level up your streaming experience!
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Video
Audio
General Equipment
Video
What people see if their first impression, and how you react is a huge part of the entertainment. These recommendations will help you lock in new viewers!
Are you just starting? Save your money, you don't need a fancy camera! The c920 is fantastic and very customizable through OBS camera settings
C920s PRO Full HD Webcam with Privacy Shutter - Logitech
Webcam Upgrade for next level quality - still much more reasonable and simple than a DSLR, but added flexible with auto zoom, desktop mode, and other cool features
Insta360 Link - The AI-powered 4K webcam
Lighting makes a huge difference! A ring light is the easiest step to start with, eventually you can invest in some fill lights
Neewer Ring Light
Grab these lights next to add some fill light and really enhance your stream view!
Neewer Led Light
Key lights are another option for light fill, these ones are similar to the Neewer ones and are really personal preference
Key Light
Green screening can be a great way to make your stream feel more immersive, by putting you “in” the game. Simplify things with a chair green screen that's easy to set up, use, and no major storage needed
Chair Green Screen
Audio
Talking and interacting drives success on Twitch - these recommendations will make sure you sound crystal clear!
This was my starter mic - one of the best budget options and it won't need an upgrade any time soon
Blue Snowball iCE USB Microphone for PC, Mac ...
This is a solid mic, easy set up, lasts forever, and bonus... pretty colors!
HyperX QuadCast S RGB USB Microphone
This is a gold standard mic and requires the Scarlett interface to work, there are more affordable options on this list, this is just the best mic out there for general streaming use!
Blue Microphone Baby Bottle XLR Cardioid
This is a great and EASY way to use an XLR mic, it provides power, volume controls, ability to monitor/listen, and is incredible durable
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio
Don't forget the XLR cable if you choose to invest in an XLR system!
Amazon Basics XLR Microphone Cable
This was my second mic. It's similar to the HyperX but a little more focus on function. That means no LEDs but a little better audio at usually a similar price point
Blue Yeti
General Equipment
This gives you an easy way to switch scenes, clip moments as they happen, and tons of other integrations!
Stream Deck MK.2 - Black - Elgato
Great display shelf for figures, plushies, or other fun things
5-Tier Corner Shelf, 70" Tall Corner Ladder Shelf Small Bookshelf
More LEDs? More LEDs
Govee Smart Light Bars, RGBICWW LED Lights
Amp up your background with LED lights! These are super customizable with an easy app and half the price of competitors, I've used them for a long time
Govee Led Strip Lights
Yes, more LEDs. These ones are gorgeous!
Govee Glide Hexa Light Panels
Add some texture to your background (especially if you're using lights) with these really cool wall panels
3D Wall Panels