7 Tips to Streamline a Small Studio Space (My YouTube Office Setup Tour)

UPDATE: I just posted my new studio office tour 2.0 here! • Build The ULTIMATE You...
In this video I give you a tour of my small home office KZread studio setup, and share the tips and products I have come up with over the years to streamline my space and improve my productivity.
Creating an efficient workflow in a home office or spare bedroom is one of the most important things you can do in order to consistently put out new content. When you have to setup and tear down lights, lightstands, softboxes, microphones, etc. every time you record, it kills creativity and takes up valuable time that could be used creating more videos.
There are seven tips in this video, plus one semi-stupid (but still valuable) bonus hack at the end.
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== DESK MOUNTED LIGHT ==
Extra Tall Monitor Mount - geni.us/waliextratallmount
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== DESK TOP ITEMS ==
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BenQ SW321C Monitor - geni.us/benqsw321c
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== AUDIO ==
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface - geni.us/focusritescarlett2i23
KRK Rokit 5 Studio Speakers - geni.us/krkrokit5g4pair
Speaker Stands - geni.us/speakerstands
Deity HD-TX - geni.us/deityhdtx
Deity Connect Interview Kit - geni.us/deityconnectinterview
Deity V-Mic D3 Pro - geni.us/deityvmicd3pro
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== NAS STORAGE ==
Synology DS920+ NAS - geni.us/synologyds920
Seagate IronWolf Pro 4TB NAS Drives - geni.us/seagateironwolfpro4tb
== OTHER ==
Acoustic Foam - geni.us/acousticfoam
Dinkum Systems FlexiMount Clamp - geni.us/dinkumfleximount
Blackout Curtains - geni.us/blackoutcurtains
Double-Sided Vinyl Backdrops - hqbackdrops.com
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  • @HugoBessa
    @HugoBessa3 жыл бұрын

    This video is probably the most packed with quality of life tips I’ve seen for small spaces, with stuff that is actually affordable. Thank you

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it! I have a part 2 coming sometime in the near future :)

  • @kas2388
    @kas23883 жыл бұрын

    bro without looking at the views I thought this channel had like a million subs. You definitely got the quality of big youtubers. Keep grinding my guy 🙌🏼💯

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much! That’s the goal 🙏

  • @AnaNezo

    @AnaNezo

    2 жыл бұрын

    True Very professional

  • @phucmapvlog
    @phucmapvlog4 жыл бұрын

    I like the style. I’m also working in a small space, so it’s really important to be as compact as possible!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! You are 200% right. I used to have 2 light stands, a boomed mic, and a 48" softbox in here! It literally filled the entire space from the top of my desk to the ceiling. I finally realized it was a bit overkill and slowing me down, haha.

  • @phucmapvlog

    @phucmapvlog

    4 жыл бұрын

    New Layer much more efficient with the new styke

  • @happytv79

    @happytv79

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@phucmapvlog HI Phúc Mập ơi. Điều gì đưa Phúc Mập đến đây? Haha

  • @harmanmanku8042

    @harmanmanku8042

    3 жыл бұрын

    I work on a desk

  • @phucmapvlog

    @phucmapvlog

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@happytv79 đang học nhiều hơn bud

  • @NewLayer
    @NewLayer4 жыл бұрын

    UPDATE: I just posted my new studio setup tour 2.0 here! kzread.info/dash/bejne/hISn19CBmZXZiKg.html

  • @BugBobsWildWorld

    @BugBobsWildWorld

    3 жыл бұрын

    So what camera/lens *did* you film it with?

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@BugBobsWildWorld The talking head portion of this was filming with a Sony a7R III and Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 so I could get the desktop and my arms in this shot. All the b-roll was filmed with the Canon M50 (except when the M50 is in the shot). I've since upgraded and now use the Sony a7S III almost exclusively, but I have a lens review dropping Monday with a ton of sample photos and a b-roll sequence, all shot on the M50, and I gotta say I think it's pretty impressive. If the video wasn't specifically on the M50, I don't think anyone would ever guess it's not a full frame $2,500+ camera, so keep your eyes peeled for that one.

  • @Mathias4Makeup
    @Mathias4Makeup3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks man! Loved this video and I’ve purchased that flexible dslr camera mount!!!!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! That is surprisingly the most referred item from this video by a large margin. I guess I shouldn't be surprised because it's awesome but... it kind of came out of nowhere!

  • @GhostofMozart
    @GhostofMozart3 жыл бұрын

    Not gonna lie, I expected “get a smaller key light” and “learn to manage your cables” and general information stretching out to 10 minutes. I was pleasantly surprised this is all super helpful, you’ve earned a sub in me!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad it helped. I’ve got arguably cooler stuff coming up in a part 2 😁

  • @NathanHallGadgetsGreatness
    @NathanHallGadgetsGreatness2 жыл бұрын

    I must have watched this video at least 20 times already! I just ordered the desk mount light stand based on this video. I too am not a fan of a bunch of light stands and tripods all over the floor. My space is minimal so I need as much floor clearance as I can get. I have patterned my own space after many of the ideas in this video. I am working my way up to the dual desk setup, which is a phenomenal look by the way. Thank you SO much for this content!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nice! I'm glad it was so helpful. You might like my rolling light stand setup in my 2.0 office build: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hISn19CBmZXZiKg.html I do miss the dual desks, but it doesn't really work for my new space unfortunately. Thanks for the support :)

  • @PaulsCollectibles
    @PaulsCollectibles3 жыл бұрын

    Holy crap! I was today years old when I realized that using a quality monitor stand to mount my studio light so I could move it from talking head shots to product shots was the best idea ever! Headed over to Amazon to look for one now. Great video!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha thanks! I’m not the first to do it, but it truly is a game changer for some people like us!

  • @ReSprout
    @ReSprout3 жыл бұрын

    Wow these are all really great tips. Putting my KZread studio together now and I can’t take all the light stands and tripods anymore! Definitely gonna have to pick up some of these. This is exactly the info I needed!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, glad you like them! And yes, tripods and light stands on the floor in a small space will drive you mad VERY quickly, haha.

  • @PatrickRambles
    @PatrickRambles4 жыл бұрын

    Hey man, great video. Picking up a fleximount today, those things are useful! Keep it up 👍

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, glad you liked it! And thanks for the support :) If you're interested in chatting with me and other creators, feel free to hop on to my Discord server! discord.gg/ECKWJX

  • @YourStoryStudios
    @YourStoryStudios4 жыл бұрын

    Lots of great tips! I like the light stand and camera clamp ideas. Might have to see if they will work in my studio space!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, glad it was at least a little bit inspiring. My hope was that people would take some of these ideas and adapt them to their own workspace to make them more efficient :)

  • @AmbrosiasDollhouse
    @AmbrosiasDollhouse3 жыл бұрын

    So informative!!! I absolutely love the light box. The entire setup is awesome.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you liked it :)

  • @VSPNetwork
    @VSPNetwork3 жыл бұрын

    Glad to have found your video. Heard lots of good points on lighting and I love the idea of blackout curtains.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful! I've gotten a lot of comments on the curtains, so I'm glad I decided to include them at the last minute, because they really made a huge difference for me :)

  • @imtriinsight_jingwu9880
    @imtriinsight_jingwu98803 жыл бұрын

    That's really helpful, dude;-) I literally watched this vid for more than three times, and checked the details again and again, even make some notes on it. Planning on organising my small studio, too. It is really important to make it as compact as you mentioned. Ground floor is the key for me. Thanks again. You got my sub, by the way. Cheers.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Wow! Thank you. I'm glad it was that helpful. I have a Part 2 coming sometime soon with ever more cool ideas. Thanks for the support.

  • @imtriinsight_jingwu9880

    @imtriinsight_jingwu9880

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@NewLayer Looking forward to it;-)) Stay health and creative.

  • @dankellyjr6213
    @dankellyjr6213 Жыл бұрын

    This is one of the best studio space vids i've seen! Well done and thanks for sharing.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! You might like my Part 2 video in my new office studio space too then. It's more "traditional" but has some cool stuff.

  • @TommyCallaway
    @TommyCallaway4 жыл бұрын

    Love the tip on folding up the light when not in use!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    4 жыл бұрын

    That was definitely a big reason to move to a light mat. It's actually about the same weight as the Forza 60, but the profile is such a better fit for this setup. Thanks for the tip on the HD-TX firmware, I have been loving it. Problem is now I want one of their mics with an XLR jack and a boom pole with XLR built in to make it all super clean.

  • @hyeinsyirah
    @hyeinsyirah3 жыл бұрын

    Thnx sharing this. Yes, it takes time if have to setup lighting for some minutes. I love your studio flow. It will encourage us to focus more videos and minimize to setup before start to record. Subscribed!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching, glad you found it inspiring :)

  • @freshmas
    @freshmas4 жыл бұрын

    I can't believe I needed your video to help me realize my stupid mirror closet doors could be covered with a curtain rather than some adhesive foam or fabric panels! Nice work

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    4 жыл бұрын

    I think I'll be pivoting to a home decor and fashion channel now.

  • @LarryCastle
    @LarryCastle3 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Thanks for all the tips. I especially appreciate the lighting tips. That's my next frontier.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you liked it. If you're getting into lighting and lighting gear, you've come to the right place :)

  • @rashedalpha
    @rashedalpha3 жыл бұрын

    That commitment to the joke “we’re moving to Colorado next week” *slightly smiling* had me 😂😂😂👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 Great video and loving your work 🔥👏🏻

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Lol. Sometimes the jokes... they just come to me.

  • @CountrySongTeacher
    @CountrySongTeacher3 жыл бұрын

    Great video man! I bought the lamp! keep up the great work!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your support! I hope you like it as much as I do :)

  • @TonyBabarino

    @TonyBabarino

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sound like there still a bit of echo in the room. Maybe make large sound dampers like we see some people making on KZread with wood frame and cloth? Hangs on wall as large or varied-sized rectangles. The patches of foam on the wall are probably less effective I suspect.

  • @DoctorFashion
    @DoctorFashion3 жыл бұрын

    That computer stand though!! I never seen one with a USB port and all of that... looks like I’ll be upgrading my stand soon lol

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    I know right! I wish it was an inch deeper and a few inches wider since I have such a big monitor, but it's still awesome.

  • @mybourbonjourney
    @mybourbonjourney3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the great video, I'm trying to get my wife to let me have a dedicated room to film my reviews or do livestreams and absolutely love your setup. Its exactly the kind of setup I need and want. Cheers and love your channel, New Subscriber!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    MY BOURBON JOURNEY Thanks! It’s definitely a huge bonus to have a dedicated room. Mine has been so full of stuff (until I got a few tall cabinets recently) that I had to spend 15 minutes cleaning up just to record. Hopefully with the new storage it’ll be more streamlined again!

  • @its_epicplayz5620
    @its_epicplayz56203 жыл бұрын

    this video will help me out alot when i get to creating my own studio room (currently 16) : D

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome, glad to hear it! Good luck with your setup :)

  • @marcospalacios1241
    @marcospalacios12413 жыл бұрын

    everything is very useful and great reccomendations. . .and the black out curtains not stupid at all. . .very important and helpful for so many reasons...perfect finish to the setup. . .great stuff man...🙏✊

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you liked the video 👍👍

  • @stanmanmedia
    @stanmanmedia3 жыл бұрын

    Great ideas. I have a different type of studio, but you provided ideas that I can use in a bit different way. Thanks very much!!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    That was my goal so I'm glad it helped you! :)

  • @kyletaggart
    @kyletaggart4 жыл бұрын

    Incredible video. I'm doing one of these soon too! Awesome job.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks man, glad you liked it! Let me know when you post it, I love stealing other peoples ideas for my own space 😂

  • @jalabi99
    @jalabi993 жыл бұрын

    Between this video and the all-in-one desk setup by DSLR Video Shooter my new home studio is going to be great. Thanks!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's a great video too! I'm happy this one inspired you as well :)

  • @DJDURL
    @DJDURL3 жыл бұрын

    This is a great set up! Love the light and clamp.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Now that I got my a7S III and don't use the Canon M50 as much, I more often have my camera set up on a tripod again since it's in a cage, which is too heavy for those clamps, but they are still super useful for positioning my phone, pocket lights, etc.

  • @VigneshDhakshinamoorthy
    @VigneshDhakshinamoorthy3 жыл бұрын

    What a cool studio! really like this setup, and look. Well done!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you liked it :)

  • @MollyFitzBrown
    @MollyFitzBrown3 жыл бұрын

    Nice setup! Love the camera desk clamps!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! My favorite is the desk mounted light stand.

  • @crisfoxfashion2722
    @crisfoxfashion27223 жыл бұрын

    Loved the video! Very useful tips. Working on turning my basement into a studio. Thanks!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, glad it was helpful! Good luck with your studio :)

  • @AlecWilcock
    @AlecWilcock3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video. Your video quality and KZread setup is what I hope to have one day. Great tips. Subscribed.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Alec Wilcock Thanks 🙏 I have a ton of light reviews up and coming in the future, but hope to do more tutorials as well. Would you be interested in a “basic lighting for KZread” or something similar?

  • @AlecWilcock

    @AlecWilcock

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@NewLayer Honestly, yes I would love that. I feel like I should know the basics of lighting by now. I would also love to a video on what are the best compacts lights you would recommend? I'm moving into a smaller space soon which is why I ended watching your video. Thanks for the reply. It's appreciated more than you know!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Alec Wilcock Thanks for the feedback. It depends on your budget a lot. My Intellytech Litecloth is amazing but very expensive. A good budget option is a Godox SL60W or SL150W II with a 34” collapsible beauty dish. I always recommend the collapsible beauty dishes because they are half the depth of a parabolic soft box, so perfect for small spaces. I did a full Godox comparison video recently you can check out, and here’s some links. geni.us/godoxsl60wled geni.us/godoxsl150wii geni.us/glowbeautydish34silver If you’re in Discord, hop on to my server and we can chat about it if you need more guidance discord.gg/p77T6w

  • @PrecisionRifleGroup
    @PrecisionRifleGroup2 жыл бұрын

    Ecstatic I found your channel. So much great info in a short time.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I'm glad you find my videos useful :)

  • @LeftSeatAdventures
    @LeftSeatAdventures3 жыл бұрын

    Nice setup, dig the lamps so much I ordered one. Some other things may have made it to my wish list. Cheers!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it! Thanks for the support :) I have a Part 2 coming out sometime with some other really cool stuff :)

  • @WendiRenay
    @WendiRenay3 жыл бұрын

    Oh this is exactly what I’m trying to do. I love this look

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Hope this helped 😁

  • @VitaVanPelt
    @VitaVanPelt3 жыл бұрын

    The lamp and monitor mount is my favorite. Great video

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for commenting, glad it was helpful :)

  • @techsavvydaddy5616
    @techsavvydaddy56163 жыл бұрын

    Great tips, glad I found your channel...looking forward to other content from you..

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I'm glad you're here.

  • @awarenesswithandrew9476
    @awarenesswithandrew94763 жыл бұрын

    Your setup is really cool and I am taking tips. Thanks for sharing your passion, this was great. Liked and subscribed from a small KZreadr comedian. Excited to watch more of your journey and creations 😃

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the sub! Glad you liked the video :)

  • @SaiSandeshMakam
    @SaiSandeshMakam3 жыл бұрын

    Love this video and the setup!! ❤️

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you like it :)

  • @mecaniqueanimee3267
    @mecaniqueanimee32672 жыл бұрын

    WoW, I’m setting my office to teach on line, (Aerospace mechanics program) and record the classes for future uses/individual courses. Your video really helped me with my set up! Thanks a bunch!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it helped! I did a new office studio tour video too. It’s more traditional, but check it out, maybe there’s more useful stuff in there for you.

  • @mecaniqueanimee3267

    @mecaniqueanimee3267

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah, I saw that, very nice, but for the moment, I'm on a tight budget, I'd like to buy a Skydio 2 drone, so the less I spend on the studio, the faster I can get my new toy. I'm really impressed that you took time to respond, in fact, you take the time to respond to every comments!?! That is dedication!!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@mecaniqueanimee3267 Understandable. I'd love a Skydio 2 to follow me around, but for now it's Mavic 2 Pro, so I can't complain. I try to reply to everything because I HATE when I leave comments on other creators videos and no one ever replies!

  • @trongtaionline
    @trongtaionline3 жыл бұрын

    The table is nice. Im making one just like yours. Thanks for sharing

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Nice! I love making stuff myself, just wish I had more time.

  • @SynergyFootball
    @SynergyFootball3 жыл бұрын

    Love this, I just don't have a room at the moment to create similar. But well done dude, looks ace

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! My room isn't the biggest either at around 10' x 11', so it took some strategic planning on the size of items, but we made it work. It's definitely an extra challenge when size is a limiting factor.

  • @sandeepraiphotography2111
    @sandeepraiphotography21113 жыл бұрын

    Great setup. Love it! Wish I had as much space as you. I literally have space to fit a chair and a mini folding table. Jealous of how much space you have. Maybe 4 times more than me.👍🏼👍🏼

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! We all start somewhere, I used to have no office and worked out of my bedroom, so there's still hope for you :)

  • @iSpike
    @iSpike Жыл бұрын

    I am researching for insperation as I am upgrading my own setupo. Brilliant effort and a great little studio. New Sub Cheers from Western Australia

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Here's my Part 2: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hISn19CBmZXZiKg.html I just moved again and set up an all new space, so I'll be posting a new video in a couple weeks as well. It includes a lot of gear from my favorite Australian brand RODE :)

  • @MedlifeCrisis
    @MedlifeCrisis3 жыл бұрын

    Very useful thanks

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you found it useful 👍

  • @cassgrove6809
    @cassgrove68093 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! So much valuable information concisely.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Happy to help, glad you liked it :)

  • @asidtone6465
    @asidtone64653 жыл бұрын

    These are great ideas. especially having a second desk for b roll footage.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked them! Thanks for commenting.

  • @CreativeThinking52
    @CreativeThinking52 Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely amazing setup. Thanks for sharing. Have a great day. 😊

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I've since moved and done a Part 2 on my new setup, but I do miss this office sometimes :)

  • @ThePodcastStudioMiltonKeynes
    @ThePodcastStudioMiltonKeynes2 жыл бұрын

    Really cool set up brother! Love it!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! We are moving soon so I’ll have an all new setup over the next month or so. I’ll miss this one!

  • @SecdumSociety
    @SecdumSociety3 жыл бұрын

    Super Dope! That light is everything !

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Still using it! And it’s still probably my favorite part of the setup. Thanks for commenting 🙏

  • @bendelaughter
    @bendelaughter3 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic video. I don't know how I haven't seen any of your videos before. Subscribed.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you found me!

  • @urbnvapes
    @urbnvapes3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome setup, given me loads of ideas for my studio..

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I’ve got a part 2 coming sometime soon with some more big and little things that have been awesome!

  • @ScottymanPhoto
    @ScottymanPhoto2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video! Thank you!

  • @sonicacoustics9176
    @sonicacoustics91763 жыл бұрын

    The style is really awesome! Nice space you have. :)

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, glad you like it :)

  • @RokasMagic
    @RokasMagic3 жыл бұрын

    Great video! thanks for sharing

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Happy to help, thanks for commenting :)

  • @RokasMagic

    @RokasMagic

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@NewLayer 🙏

  • @Matkai
    @Matkai3 жыл бұрын

    Great video. Love your tips and style.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you liked it 👍

  • @ElysianWorld
    @ElysianWorld3 жыл бұрын

    Wow thanks for the awesome tips!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    No problem, glad you saw something useful.

  • @EXPLORISTlife
    @EXPLORISTlife3 жыл бұрын

    This is great, thanks! Question for ya: You have 3 pictures in your background and it looks like the middle one is lit. Q1: Is that middle one lit specifically or is that just light bouncing from somewhere. Q2: If it is lit... How are you lighting that one? I'm trying to set up a similar background and am having issues with avoiding glare on the picture frames while making them bright enough to see (like what you've got going on). Thanks again! :)

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I actually just stick an RGB pocket light on top of my monitor and shoot it upwards. I show it in this video (but use the Nanlite LitoLite 5C now with the silicone diffuser on) studio.kzread.info3gQ7E6cfxtk/edit Just 2 weeks ago I also totally removed the glass from the frames because I did get reflections from my key light. It's much better never having to worry now. Hope that helps!

  • @joyoffilming9500
    @joyoffilming95003 жыл бұрын

    Great video and tips! Thanks for this.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad it was helpful :)

  • @RickyCheung
    @RickyCheung3 жыл бұрын

    Nice setup. It gave me an idea. Great video.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help! Good luck with your setup :)

  • @catchyourbreathwithkeji
    @catchyourbreathwithkeji2 жыл бұрын

    Wow! This is helpful and I could use it to set up my KZread studio as well🥰

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it! Check out my new studio tour video too, might find something useful there as well kzread.info/dash/bejne/hISn19CBmZXZiKg.html

  • @myberlife980
    @myberlife9803 жыл бұрын

    Loved your video! Thanks for the great tip!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I'm glad you liked it :)

  • @matchinglancaster
    @matchinglancaster3 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Caught me with the thumbnail & title and you exceeded my expectations. Congrats! 👏 Question, this is the first video I've watched on your channel, is your style to have a hard key light with little fill? For my taste, I prefer a little more fill and not such a dramatic shadow. 👍

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! My setup changes over time. My more recent videos have much more even lighting with more fill, probably what your prefer 😁

  • @teejay4973
    @teejay49733 жыл бұрын

    Wow! Real pro tips. Appreciate your insight. I'll definitely be mining from your treasures.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, I really appreciate it. Also, I’ve been called T.J. as often as people call me J.T. so... nice name! 😁

  • @xxxaixo
    @xxxaixo3 жыл бұрын

    Your esthetic is awesome. Appealing to my "self diagnosed ocd" lol thanks for the tips

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha thanks! Just don't look at the cords dangling down from my speakers then... But don't worry, I've since replaced them.

  • @lancelot222
    @lancelot2222 жыл бұрын

    I just LOVE this video!! That lighting setup if my favorite :D Do you know the name of the dark grey color you used for your back wall? That also looks soooo good!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! The paint color is Blackboard by Magnolia Paint. We just had it color matched at Home Depot.

  • @ExploreTravelTV
    @ExploreTravelTV4 жыл бұрын

    great stuff, I have a small room I am using for my office and studio for my travel show. Def hard to get everything in you need in a small space.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I think a lot of people feel the pain of not having a "big enough" studio space, but working with what we got helps us be creative with it.

  • @ShoppingwithRina
    @ShoppingwithRina3 жыл бұрын

    What a beautiful setup omg I’m jealous

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Hopefully my tips can help you set up a space you like for yourself :)

  • @eirjordan337
    @eirjordan3373 жыл бұрын

    double desk. love it

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! That's most peoples favorite part, and it was my wife's idea 😅

  • @Chrisreedbeats
    @Chrisreedbeats3 жыл бұрын

    Yo I love all your gear and tech. Funny video too 😂

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you liked it 😄👍

  • @RealCopsReelLife
    @RealCopsReelLife2 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic space. Thanks for the video.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Here's my studio video 2.0 if you're interested: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hISn19CBmZXZiKg.html

  • @DruMUSIC06
    @DruMUSIC063 жыл бұрын

    Great set up man. Could use some of these tips.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! If you saw how dirty my office was at this moment, you might think otherwise, haha.

  • @dericsanchez4081
    @dericsanchez40813 жыл бұрын

    I actually just put up some blackout curtains in my studio space and it is indeed a game changer.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    It's crazy right! Something so cheap and simple that improves audio significantly and opens things up as far as recording times go.

  • @dericsanchez4081

    @dericsanchez4081

    3 жыл бұрын

    New Layer exactly. I used to have to hold off on filming until the night and my entire room is white so I would have light bouncing all over the place.

  • @MatthewCarlsen
    @MatthewCarlsen2 жыл бұрын

    Congrats on getting just about to 100k!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Getting close :)

  • @geekhomeworld4248
    @geekhomeworld42483 жыл бұрын

    Nice setup for your studio. Miminalist, smart, and effective.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you like it too :)

  • @sinhalaRuwiRama
    @sinhalaRuwiRama Жыл бұрын

    Very good information 💪😉

  • @DanielSilva-te1ww
    @DanielSilva-te1ww3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the curtains of all things!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    That’s why I included them! Such a dark horse significant upgrade, haha. Thanks for the comment :)

  • @AhmeDroid92
    @AhmeDroid923 жыл бұрын

    Clean and direct! Respect man!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I'm glad you liked it. I want to do a part 2 soon. I've got a lot of cool stuff since this video :)

  • @AhmeDroid92

    @AhmeDroid92

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@NewLayer can't wait to watch it then! I do tech reviews myself, still learning my way, I learned a lot from you. Thanks!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    AhmeDroid It can definitely take a while to find your style and groove 👍

  • @AhmeDroid92

    @AhmeDroid92

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@NewLayer agreed! It's coming together now, when I watch my first attempts and my last I can definitely spot the improvements and style being added. Loved the chat! I hope to stay in touch :)

  • @jomortonbrown
    @jomortonbrown3 жыл бұрын

    Great top tips, thank you

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @sferro21
    @sferro213 жыл бұрын

    Great vid! May I ask you how big is your room? Thanks and keep up the amazing work 🔥

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! It’s around 10’ x 11’ so pretty average for a bedroom/office, at least where I live.

  • @TechManiac11
    @TechManiac113 жыл бұрын

    Wow what a setup 🔥 that helped me alot

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, glad it was helpful :)

  • @UXXV
    @UXXV3 жыл бұрын

    Where the hell did this recommendation come from? Just went about bought that monitor stand and a few other bits - superb! Thank you and new sub here!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    UXXV Haha! KZread has been watching you! Thanks for the support 🙏

  • @UXXV

    @UXXV

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@NewLayer You are very welcome buddy! Looking forward to going through your back catalog and future vids :D

  • @TheMiniJunkie
    @TheMiniJunkie3 жыл бұрын

    What a great video - lots of great suggestions. Can I ask what lens (and camera I suppose) you are using? The focal length looks just right and I’m always struggling with that.

  • @TheMiniJunkie

    @TheMiniJunkie

    3 жыл бұрын

    Nevermind, I see the answer below :)

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you found it before I could answer. I try to shoot talking heads around 50-70mm. Anything shorter looks to distorted for my taste. I do enjoy a lot of creators who shoot around 24mm, but I just prefer the more polished look of a longer focal length. And any wider and you’ll see parts of my background that look bad haha.

  • @TheMiniJunkie

    @TheMiniJunkie

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@NewLayer lol :) cool - it looks great!

  • @connyreyc
    @connyreyc3 жыл бұрын

    great video, I love it. Thank you

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @sidonculous
    @sidonculous3 жыл бұрын

    Great video. I especially liked the studio light and camera mounting idea. So neat and facile, and yet so rare. 👍🏼 Any tips on how to soundproof a room on a budget? Seeking an easy DIY project to practise on my vocals, without bothering the neighboring rooms. Cheer!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Sound treating a room is actually different than soundproofing/sound isolation. The first one reduces echo and makes your recordings sound better, the latter keeps sound from traveling through the walls. Unfortunately, sound isolation is very expensive, and there’s not much you can do on a budget. The cheapest way to sound treat a room for recording is to get sound blankets and hang/drape them on as much as possible. They will help with isolation a little, but a LOT with room reverb and echo. There’s a lot out there, like these amzn.to/3wyZrkA Hope that helps 👍

  • @sidonculous

    @sidonculous

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@NewLayer Alrighty! I didn't know things like 'sound dampening blankets' existed and I'll consider this option as well. Thanks for your advice. Cheers!👍🏼

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    They are infinitely better than the foam squares you put in the wall, at least for sound properties. The foam looks cooler so... maybe both? 🤔

  • @robertd1p2
    @robertd1p23 жыл бұрын

    Hey JD: I dig your Cool ~ "Sparatacus - Look," for your i.D. photo; Kirk and Stanley would be all, Yo ~ this guy, get it!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha, thanks. I've had multiple people comment on my videos and say I look like Kirk Douglas! I'll take looking like Spartacus as a compliment any day, haha.

  • @FoundationBibleStudies
    @FoundationBibleStudies3 жыл бұрын

    That’s great stuff thank you.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it!

  • @khanofficiali
    @khanofficiali3 жыл бұрын

    Just awesome.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you liked it :)

  • @RadicalPersonalFinance
    @RadicalPersonalFinance3 жыл бұрын

    Super useful!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks glad you liked it! 👍

  • @patrick.strevens
    @patrick.strevens2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this, looking to do the same thing!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    2 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome! I did a new studio setup video when I moved that you might find useful too: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hISn19CBmZXZiKg.html

  • @RalphErvin
    @RalphErvin3 жыл бұрын

    Bruh. Love this video!!!!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Ralph Ervin Thanks! Hope it inspired you somehow 👍

  • @intivtips8503
    @intivtips85034 жыл бұрын

    This is very help thank you

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your support 👌

  • @fainsportstv4436
    @fainsportstv44363 жыл бұрын

    wow..simply amazing.

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you like it!

  • @jonnyfarmer
    @jonnyfarmer2 жыл бұрын

    Big Help. Thanks

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    2 жыл бұрын

    No problem! It's more traditional I guess, but my new studio office tour might help you too: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hISn19CBmZXZiKg.html

  • @dustinmorwongadventurer.6930
    @dustinmorwongadventurer.69303 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video Thanks!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    No problem! I'll be doing an all new studio in 2-3 more months and have tons of cool new stuff to show off!

  • @andyz_w3584
    @andyz_w35843 жыл бұрын

    one of the best .

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks I really appreciate that 😁👍

  • @hardwin82
    @hardwin823 жыл бұрын

    great stuff thx

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    3 жыл бұрын

    You bet!

  • @BrentSparks
    @BrentSparks2 жыл бұрын

    Great video!!!

  • @NewLayer

    @NewLayer

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I'm posting a brand new Part 2 in the next day or two, so keep an eye out :)

  • @TheRealAndyB.
    @TheRealAndyB.10 ай бұрын

    Amazing