KOMPASS MEDIA TECH SHOPPING LIST
"Technology is best when it brings people together"
If you are looking to buy hardware or software and want to deliver a professional digital presence online and need some guidance in the audio and visual capacity. We have put together a list of some of the equipment and software that Kompass Media and Alan Hennessy use on a daily basis that gives us a professional approach to our live-streaming, video content, podcasting and recording audio.
Having the right equipment at your figure tips will help you to establish yourself online and give you the edge over your competitors. It also will allow you to be more confident and reduce your stress level from worrying if your equipment is going to work or not.
We have spent a long while sourcing the right tech for us and have compiled a list of our favourite tech equipment we prefer to us, that is not to say there are many other brands that do the job equally well. These are just our preferred tools that we use.
When Alan is online, he is always asked what cameras or microphones he is using or what software did he use to create his content. This is one of the main reasons he wants to share this information with you.
Note: Full disclosure some of the products below are affiliate links.
We hope some of the tech below will help you and would love to hear your thoughts on any of the items you may have purchased.
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Have fun shopping!!
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Resource List of Tech Hardware
Full Disclosure - Some Items in this list are affiliate links
Elgato Facecam
1080p60 Full HD Webcam for Video Conferencing, Gaming, Streaming, Sony Sensor, Fixed-Focus Glass Lens, Optimized for Indoor Lighting, Onboard Memory, Works with Zoom, Teams, PC/Mac
Logitech C920x HD Pro Webcam,
Full HD 1080p/30fps Video Calling, Clear Stereo Audio, HD Light Correction, Works with Skype, Zoom, FaceTime, Hangouts, PC/Mac/Laptop/Macbook/Tablet - Black
Logitech Business Brio Ultra HD Camera
Ultra HD Video Calling, Noise-Canceling mic, HD Auto Light Correction, Wide Field of View, Works with Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Voice, PC/Mac/Laptop/Macbook/Tablet
Shure MV7 USB Podcast Microphone for Podcasting
Recording, Live Streaming & Gaming, Built-in Headphone Output, All Metal USB/XLR Dynamic Mic, Voice-Isolating Technology, TeamSpeak Certified - Black
➡️ Kompass Media Recommendation:
The MV7 is the smaller Microphone of the Shure collection - Excellent Quality 5 Star Rating
Shure SM7B Vocal Dynamic Microphone for Broadcast,
Podcast & Recording, XLR Studio Mic for Music & Speech, Wide-Range Frequency, Warm & Smooth Sound, Rugged Construction, Detachable Windscreen - Black
Audio-Technica ATR2100x-USB Cardioid Dynamic Microphone (ATR Series)
Handheld dynamic microphone with USB-C digital output and XLR analogue output. Durable metal construction for long-lasting performance with smooth, extended frequency response perfect for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording, voiceover, and other content creation applications
Rode NT-USB Versatile Studio-Quality USB Cardioid Condenser Microphone, Black
High-quality studio microphone with the convenience of USB connectivity
Pop shield, Tripod desk stand, ring mount, storage pouch and 6m (20’) USB cable included
3.5-millimetre stereo headphone jack for zero-latency monitoring
Rode PodMic Cardioid Dynamic Podcasting Microphone
A broadcast-quality dynamic microphone with a rich, balanced sound optimized for podcasting
Features an internal pop filter to minimize plosives
An internal shock mounting to reduce vibration
Optimized for use with the RODECaster pro podcast production studio
Also offers exceptional results with any high-quality microphone interface
Blue Yeti USB Mic
For Recording and Streaming on PC and Mac, Blue VO!CE effects, 4 Pickup Patterns, Headphone Output and Volume Control, Mic Gain Control, Adjustable Stand, Plug and Play – Blackout
Rode RODECaster Pro Podcast Production Studio
4 high-quality mic channels power studio condenser mics and conventional dynamic mics and feature automatic level settings and one-touch recording to a microSD card
8 programmable sound effects pads allow instant triggering of SFX, music, and more; record audio direct to the pads from any input or add files from your computer
Interview remotely by simply connecting your phone via Bluetooth or with a TRRS cable; automatic “mix-minus” audio prevents echo from being heard by callers
Connects to computer via USB to record using your favourite recording software or stream live; separately record multiple tracks for editing in post-production
TONOR Mic Stand
Adjustable Mic Arm with Pop Filter, 3/8" to 5/8" Adapter, Mic Clip, Improved Heavy-Duty Clamp for Blue Yeti Nano Snowball iCE and Other Mics (T20)
Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
For Podcasting and Audio USB Interface for Live-Streaming — High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record
Single XLR Connection
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface for Recording
For Podcasting and Audio USB Interface for Live-Streaming — High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record
Double XLR Connection
SHULIANCABLE Microphone Cable XLR Cable
XLR Male to XLR Female, Microphone Cable for Microphone, Amplifier, Mixer, Speakers etc (8M)
Elgato Stream Deck Live Content Creation Controller
with Customizable LCD Buttons, Adjustable Stand, for Windows 10 and macOS 10.13, Black
Elgato Stream Deck XL
Advanced Stream Control with 32 Customizable LCD Keys, for Windows 10 and macOS 10.13 or Later (10GAT9901)
More Advanced 32 keypad controls
Neewer Ring Light Light Set:
18 inch / 48 centimetre Outdoor 55W 5500K Dimmable LED Ring Light Lamp Stand Bluetooth Receiver for YouTube TikTok Self-Portrait Recording Video
Elgato Key Light Air
Professional 1400 lumens Desk Light for Streaming, Broadcasting, Home Office and Video Conferencing, Temperature and Brightness app-adjustable on Mac, PC, iOS, Android
LED Video Light
SAMTIAN Dimmable 2pcs Bi-color 600 LED Video: 3200K-5600K LED Panel Light with Compartment, 2M Light Stand for YouTube Studio Photography
LED Strip 20M,
COOLAPA Led Strips RGB 5050, LED Stripes with 40 Buttons IR Remote Control APP Controllable Music Mode, 12V 360 LEDs, Sync with Music, Home, Party, Kitchen Lighting, 2 Rolls of 10m [Energy Class A]
Heysliy Green Screen with Stand Set,
150 X 198CM Polyester Green Screen and 200 X 200CM T-shape Space Saving Background Stand for Streaming, Photo Studios, Video Conferencing, Zoom, Home Video Studios
Laptop Stand, Boyata Laptop Holder
Multi-Angle Stand with Heat-Vent, Adjustable Notebook Stand for Laptop up to 17 inches, Compatible for MacBook Pro/Air, Surface Laptop, and so on (Silver)
Rollei Smartphone Tripod Traveler
Flexible and lightweight smartphone tripod with an integrated holder for Bluetooth remote control and smartphone holder, incl. Bluetooth remote release - black
Affiliate Disclosure
I’m all about transparency. In full disclosure, some of the links included on this site are affiliate links. To be clear, I could possibly earn a commission if you decide to purchase a product or service using these links. There is no additional cost to you. If I recommend a product or service, it’s because I use it myself. I might make a small commission if you decide to buy. I only promote products and services that I have researched and used myself and believe will deliver value to you.
Please note that I have not been given any free products, services or anything else by these companies in exchange for mentioning them on my site. The only consideration is in the form of affiliate commissions.
If you have any questions regarding this, please do not hesitate to contact me