TechZone Stellar X2 Microphone Review - Better than the SM7B?

The TechZone Stellar X2 Microphone is not cheap. It's up there with some of the biggest names in microphones like the Shure SM7B. In this video I check out the microphone and compare it to my SM7B. Is it worth the cost and how does it sound. Is this the perfect podcasting and streaming microphone? Check out the review and find out!

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Stellar X2 Microphone USA: https://amzn.to/3aBEe0J

Aochuan Smart XR Gimbal Review - Feature Packed

The Aochuan Smart XR Gimbal is one of the most unique mobile phone gimbals that packs many features and three niche, but awesome features. In this review I rundown the features, where it falls short, where it shines, and whether or not this is worth spending money on.

Aochuan Smart XR Gimbal
Amazon USA Link: https://amzn.to/3ss68Cy
Amazon UK Link: https://amzn.to/3x5V3KD

Three Adobe Creative Cloud Features You Must Try

Adobe Creative Cloud is a very hard sell in todays market where there are dozens of capable alternatives that are a fraction of the price, if not free. But when Adobe releases a new feature, you have to take notice.

In my latest video I showcase three amazing features (the last currently in beta) that really stand out and cement why so many people stick with Adobe for their creative needs.

First up we have the amazing and easy to use sky replacement tool. Sky replacement lets you change the sky in any photo in under 30 seconds. The second feature is Adobe Audition’s remix, where we can extend a track seamlessly for hours if you wanted to. Finally, there is automatic transcription for those who need subtitles and captions for their commercial video work.

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00:00 Intro
00:37 Photoshop Sky Replacement in 30 seconds
01:30 Music Remix in Audition - Extend your songs
03:30 Auto Transcribing in Premiere Pro

Maono AU-HD300T First Look and Review!

The Maono AU-HD300T is a brand new Cardioid Dynamic USB & XLR Microphone soon to be released at a base price of around $60 or around $80 for the bundle I am reviewing. It's honestly a really good value for money microphone, but there's a few issues I have with it that you should know about. In this review I'll run you through the boxed contents, go through several audio and quality tests, and sum up my views.

The Maono HD300T USB/XLR Microphone

Retail price and when they will be available:
HD300T $79.99 (desktop stand bundle) Available in Late April on Amazon US
HD300S $79.99 (boom arm bundle) Available later this year

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Elgato Wave Panels Starter Kit Review

You might be thinking to yourself, why would anyone want to stick hexagonal foam pieces all over their walls? Well the answer is content creators, streamers, podcasters, and just about anyone who wants a way to reduce echo and reverb in their space.

I work in a small room with no carpet, not much furniture and a lot of empty space. This creates a large echo chamber and it can really ruin my video work. It’s the one thing I can’t seem to improve when I’m making videos.

Well, it seems to be a common issue and Elgato have decided to create the Wave Panel product line to solve it. But with a cost of over £100/$100 is it actually an affordable solution, and does the product actually work? To test this out I bought the starter kit, grabbed four different microphones, and began testing. How well did they perform? Check out the video below to see!

A Brand New Refresh

Today is the day I freshen up my personal website. I’ve gone through and added various ‘blog’ posts to help boost my videos on the site and hopefully their overall SEO with YouTube. I’ve also picked out a few of my favourite BMX videos from my past and added them to my archive page which will contain older work as I rediscover it.

I’ve added a few more photos to the photography page and the featured page will include various day job videos and my YouTube videos. Also, I’ve updated my gear list (but I’ve got a long way to go).

I hope you all enjoy the content and be sure to check back from time to time.

OWC 14 Port Thunderbolt 3 Dock Review - Should you buy this over the TS3+? →

OWC kindly sent me the 14 port thunderbolt 3 dock to review and as I already owned a CalDigit TS3+ I thought i'd use this as a good chance to compare the two. What do I think of the features it offers, is mini display port a good choice, micro SD, the 3.1 Gen 2 USB C port, and the inclusion of a micro SD card slot? Watch the review, leave a comment, hit that thumbs up, and don't forget to subscribe for more!

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My YouTube Channel Hit 10,000 Subscribers - Giveaway →

Wow, it actually happened. My YouTube channel has finally hit 10,000 subscribers. It’s a huge achievement for a hobby of mine to get this sort of success. So to celebrate I am giving away 9 fantastic prizes to one lucky subscriber. Watch on YouTube to enter.

FIFINE K678 Review - Budget that packs a punch →

Budget microphones are usually best avoided, but the FIFINE K678 might be the one exception. FIFINE kindly sent me K678 USB Condenser microphone to review. So how does this budget microphone that looks very similar to the Blue Yeti perform? Well, pretty well! Sit back and watch the review to see more.

Product Links*
K678 UK: https://amzn.to/37CV0uW
K678 US: https://amzn.to/3unWbYY

How to Blur & Track Objects in Premiere, LumaFusion, FCP, & Resolve →

If you are looking to blur faces, objects, numberplate or anything else in LumaFusion, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or Davinci Resolve - this is the video for you. I run you through the easiest way in all four programs without the need to buy any plugins. Some are simple, some take a little more time - so grab a drink and watch my latest tutorial.

The £25 Budget Cloudlifter for the Shure SM7B - SubZero SZ-MB1 →

Do you really need to spend £150 on a Cloudlifter to use your Shure SM7B? The answer is NO! This cheap cloud lifter alternative really does work what it says on the tin. In this review of the SubZero SZ-MB1 I’ll show you a quick rundown and test of what it is like with and without using the SZ-MB1 and a Shure SM7B.

How to Speed Ramp in Premiere Pro, Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and After Effects - Tutorial →

This is the ultimate speed ramp tutorial for Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and Final Cut Pro. Speed ramping is one of the most popular techniques when it comes to modern day vlogs and travel videos. They can give action to a basic shot and slow down something like you’re in The Matrix. I've made it really easy to follow along and you'll learn the tricks in no time! So if you edit in any of these super popular pieces of software, this should help you out.

If you want to learn to speed ramp in Lumafusion watch this: https://youtu.be/_KAiNJgSPNM