We demonstrated the latest version of our live streaming studio rig at the CBA Conference at Lakewood High School. Vanessa Quintana was gracious enough to sit in with Braden and Drew as they explained how it all works and what more it can do. If you are presenting live meetings, conferences, or any other kind […]
Livestreaming/recording at a conference? No problem!
We made a quick video at the CBA conference showing a new rig we devised specifically for marching band judges. It was a spur of the moment “live on tape” video using OBS. But how did we set the cameras, what did we use gear-wise, and what was our overall concept? Drew explains it all […]
Need to Live Stream but Don’t Know Where to Start? We Have You Covered
If you are starting to live stream, OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) is free and open source software for video recording and live streaming. Do not let the price tag fool you, this is a powerful piece of software that can do a lot. But where to begin to learn how to unlock it’s potential? This Seven […]
Podcasting Rigs are Complicated, Right? Wrong!
Take a peek behind the curtain at the gear Drew uses to record Beyond the Stage. He walks you through the thought process behind the equipment and shows you how a great rig can be super portable and easy to use without needing a dedicated recording studio.
I Recorded a Long Video! Now What?
The Project A friend passed away in November, and her interment/memorial service was on the Summer Solstice, her favorite day of the year. I volunteered to record the proceedings for those who were unable to attend in person. This is something important to get right and I wanted the video and sound to be good, […]
Educational Video in a Hurry – One Camera Two Microphones
Our Story So Far Since Just after Spring Break, I have had the privilege of working with the fifth grade beginning brass players at High plains School in Loveland. Every Tuesday afternoon we have been meeting and (trying) to play as a full ensemble outside, due to COVID restrictions. Unfortunately we have been battling some […]
Choosing the Right Tool for the Job
by Drew Holmes So you have an amazing idea for a video but do not know where to begin with assembling the gear to bring your vision to life. Sound familiar? It is a common problem, but one that is simple to solve. Lately our video content has fallen into three different categories, each with […]
Think You Cannot Live Monitor Sound When Using a Wireless System With Your iPhone? Think Again.
One of the biggest weaknesses of using a wireless system to record sound directly into an iPhone has been the inability to monitor that sound live. Not anymore. Drew explains how this useful feature works and how one simple adapter makes it all possible. Featured Gear R0DE Wireless Go II
Making a Two Camera Educational Video is Easier Than You Think
The last couple of weeks I’ve been working overtime making content for the Boomer side of the business. I’ve been helping at High Plains School here in Loveland with their fifth grade beginning brass players and, through the experience realized there is a need for instructional videos that start at the absolute beginning foundational knowledge […]
Not using an interface? You are working too hard for substandard results.
Using an interface for your audio inputs opens up a whole world of flexibility of microphones you can use and improves quality of the sound you get out of it. Sound confusing? It won’t be after Braden explains: What it is, Why it’s cool, and Why you need one. Featured Products Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB […]