Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
It’s time to make some basic adjustments to our main audio track before editing, so let’s talk about how to monitor your levels, add basic EQ and voice isolation, and the importance of using headphones while working with audio.
If you feel like your audio really needs extra work, be sure to check out the bonus lesson on using a Parametric Equalizer to identify and eliminate problematic frequencies!
youtu.be/uZvTPtS4oLM
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You can take a look at my bio to learn more about my background, both personally and professionally: himynameistom.com/about
My channel and courses are open and welcoming to people of all races, ages, genders, and orientations. I’m glad you’re here.
It’s time to make some basic adjustments to our main audio track before editing, so let’s talk about how to monitor your levels, add basic EQ and voice isolation, and the importance of using headphones while working with audio.
If you feel like your audio really needs extra work, be sure to check out the bonus lesson on using a Parametric Equalizer to identify and eliminate problematic frequencies!
youtu.be/uZvTPtS4oLM
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Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you.
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Become a Channel Member: geni.us/joinchannel
——————————— CONNECT ———————————
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Instagram: @sodarntom
Main Site: himynameistom.com
Podcasts: himynameistom.com/podcasts
———————— ROYALTY FREE MUSIC ————————
•Artlist.io (2 Extra Months Free): geni.us/ArtlistTom
•Epidemic Sound (30 Day Free Trial): share.epidemicsound.com/enthusiasm
——————————— VIDEO GEAR ———————————
•Ecamm Live Streaming Software: geni.us/ecammtom
•Sony FX3 (Main Camera): bhpho.to/3EJuBde (B&H)
•Sony a7SIII: bhpho.to/3f8mMlS (B&H)
•Sony a7IV: bhpho.to/33mOGZo (B&H)
•Sony 24 1.4 (Main Lens): geni.us/sony24 (Amazon)
•Sony 50 1.8 Lens: geni.us/sonynifty50
•Tamron 20-40 2.8: geni.us/Rp3NeMc
•Zeiss 85 1.8: geni.us/zeissbatis (Amazon)
•YoloBox for Recording & Mobile Streams: geni.us/Gh3d1n (Amazon)
•Elgato Prompter: geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)
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•Short Mic Arm: geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)
•Rode Headphones: bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)
•Blue XLR Cable: geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)
—————————— LIGHTS & SUPPORTS ——————————
•Nanlite Forza 200 (Key Light): geni.us/9Ofr (Amazon)
•Aputure Light Dome Mini: bhpho.to/4eMAiJs (B&H)
•Nanlite RGB Tube Lights: geni.us/pavotubes (Amazon)
•Aputure MC RGB Light: geni.us/IuE4 (Amazon)
•Rolling Camera Stand: bhpho.to/3PbJGg3 (B&H)
•Big Tripod: bhpho.to/3lRoTyz (B&H)
•Small Tripod: geni.us/oQOh3Az (Amazon)
———————————————————————
🎥 Check out my full gear list here:himynameistom.com/gear
———————————————————————
– Who Am I? –
Hi! My name is Tom Buck, a lifelong A/V nerd and former high school Digital Media teacher. I started this channel in 2017 as a project to share my enthusiasm for everything related to audio and video production.
All videos on the channel are created by me without the use of artificially generated assets for editing or production. The only AI here is my Average Intelligence.
You can take a look at my bio to learn more about my background, both personally and professionally: himynameistom.com/about
My channel and courses are open and welcoming to people of all races, ages, genders, and orientations. I’m glad you’re here.
