Simple tools for video beginners.

(No need to overthink it!)

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Audio 🎙️

  • Lavalier Mic

    Capture clear audio while filming on your phone with this clip-on microphone. Really easy to use, and improves the sound quality VERY well compared to your phone’s audio.

    Lavalier Mic on Amazon

  • Blue Yeti Mic

    Record high-quality sound on your desktop using this USB microphone. This was the first desktop microphone I used, so I always recommend to beginners!

    Blue Yeti Mic on Amazon

Phone Stands & Tripods 🤳

  • Phone Stand

    Keep your phone steady with this simple phone stand for talking videos while sitting down. I use this one a lot!

    Cell Phone Stand on Amazon

  • Standard Tripod

    Simple tripod for hands-free video recording anywhere you film.

    Standard Tripod on Amazon

  • Magnetic Tripod

    Magnetic tripod for anywhere you film. I find these are easier to fiddle with if you have a Magsafe phone!

    Magnetic Tripod on Amazon

  • iPhone Mount for Macbook

    If you have a Macbook, you can use this mount to turn your iPhone into a high-quality webcam!

    iPhone Mount for Macbook

  • Octobuddy Phone Mount

    Stick your phone anywhere for talking videos!

    Octobuddy Phone Mount

Lighting 💡

  • Ring Light

    Brighten your videos, no matter the time of day when filming, with this basic adjustable ring light. Also great for your video calls!

    Simple Ring Light on Amazon

  • Mini Ring Light

    Attach this portable magnetic ring light to your MagSafe phone for perfect lighting when recording on-the-go.

    Mini Ring Light on Amazon