Uploaded April 2019 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Tips, Tricks, Gear, Settings, Everything.
In this video, we go over how to use "Disconnect Protection" as a way to break off of streaming from your desktop to go mobile and stream irl by phone. (this method could work for multiple devices, not just this example)
▶My Gear
kit.co/Activater
▶Gamer Supps
gamersupps.gg/?afmc=ACTIVATER
CODE: Activater for a discount!
Free Sample Packs!
▶Where I Get My Music
(First Month is FREE)
epidemicsound.com/referral/qj28ph
***SOCIAL MEDIA***
▶twitch.tv/activater
▶twitter.com/TwitchActivater
▶discord.gg/Activater
▶instagram.com/TwitchActivacter
▶facebook.com/TwitchActivater
▶Stream Schedule: (eastern time)
Monday: 11am - 5pm
Tuesday: Other Content Day
Wednesday: 11am - 5pm (potentially off making YT vids)
Thursday: Other Content Day
Friday: 11am - 5pm
***OTHER STREAMING 101 VIDEOS***
▶ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLon6u6RqobZtyUkeGEkBWrj7A9edblQUP
NOTES:-I'm sometimes a doofus and forget to record certain things. If you see something that needs to be talked about that I miss, comment below!
-This video is not actually in 4K. (it's 1080p upscaled)
-Amazon links are affiliate links and purchases made help me out by giving me a very small commission.
Tips, Tricks, Gear, Settings, Everything.
In this video, we go over how to use "Disconnect Protection" as a way to break off of streaming from your desktop to go mobile and stream irl by phone. (this method could work for multiple devices, not just this example)
▶My Gear
kit.co/Activater
▶Gamer Supps
gamersupps.gg/?afmc=ACTIVATER
CODE: Activater for a discount!
Free Sample Packs!
▶Where I Get My Music
(First Month is FREE)
epidemicsound.com/referral/qj28ph
***SOCIAL MEDIA***
▶twitch.tv/activater
▶twitter.com/TwitchActivater
▶discord.gg/Activater
▶instagram.com/TwitchActivacter
▶facebook.com/TwitchActivater
▶Stream Schedule: (eastern time)
Monday: 11am - 5pm
Tuesday: Other Content Day
Wednesday: 11am - 5pm (potentially off making YT vids)
Thursday: Other Content Day
Friday: 11am - 5pm
***OTHER STREAMING 101 VIDEOS***
▶ youtube.com/playlist?list=PLon6u6RqobZtyUkeGEkBWrj7A9edblQUP
NOTES:-I'm sometimes a doofus and forget to record certain things. If you see something that needs to be talked about that I miss, comment below!
-This video is not actually in 4K. (it's 1080p upscaled)
-Amazon links are affiliate links and purchases made help me out by giving me a very small commission.




![Why Your Microphone Matters More Than Your Camera
Heres a hard truth from a professional cinematographer: Your $50 microphone is more valuable than a $2,000 camera for streaming.
Ive worked on multi-million dollar film productions, and theres a rule for knowing your audiences: Audiences forgive bad picture, but never forgive bad sound.
You can stream in lower resolution with clear audio and people will stay engaged. But if your audio is muffled, crackling, or hard to understand? Theyre clicking away in seconds, no matter how crispy your 4K video looks.
Priority list for streamers:
1. Good microphone
2. Proper lighting
3. Camera upgrade (last priority)
Microphones I recommend for streamers:
- Budget: Fifine K690 [ https://amzn.to/3XMJuqu ] (reviewed on my channel)
- Mid-range: Shure MV7X [ https://amzn.to/3MuWL4v ] (I use this!)
- Premium: Shure SM7B [ https://amzn.to/4rNbjN1 ]
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases
🎥 Professional cinematographer sharing production tips for streamers
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What microphone are you using? Comment below and Ill tell you if its time to upgrade. Why Your Microphone Matters More Than Your Camera](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PBvL8OcnPYE/mqdefault.jpg)


![The Perfect $89 Microphone? - Fifine K690
We take a deep but simple dive into the Fifine K690 microphone! This thing packs a lot of features that can cater to the right person! 4 pickup patters allow for multiple usages from broadcasters, to podcasters, and more!
Fifine K690 - https://amzn.to/2Ptvn9L - $89.99
Official Website: https://fifinemicrophone.com/collections/microphones/products/fifine-k690-usb-microphone
[This video is not sponsored]
This microphone was sent to me for an honest review.
Thanks to Fifine for sending their product.
▶All My Gear (not including BMPCC 6K)
https://kit.co/Activater
▶Gamer Supps
https://gamersupps.gg/?afmc=ACTIVATER
CODE: Activater for a discount!
Free Sample Packs!
▶Where I Get My Music
(First Month is FREE)
https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/qj28ph/
***SOCIAL MEDIA***
▶https://www.twitch.tv/activater
▶https://twitter.com/TwitchActivater
▶https://discord.gg/Activater
▶https://www.instagram.com/TwitchActivacter
▶https://www.facebook.com/TwitchActivater
▶Stream Schedule: (eastern time)
Monday: 11am - 5pm
Tuesday: Other Content Day
Wednesday: 11am - 5pm (potentially off making YT vids)
Thursday: Other Content Day
Friday: 11am - 5pm
***OTHER STREAMING 101 VIDEOS***
▶ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLon6u6RqobZtyUkeGEkBWrj7A9edblQUP
CHAPTERS:
Intro: 0:00
The Product: 0:13
My Current Mic: 0:28
Fifine K690 Features: 1:02
The Packaging: 1:35
Unboxing: 2:20
USB Mini B: 3:15
The Microphone: 3:31
Arm Mount: 3:47
Headphone Monitoring: 3:56
Buttons & Switches: 4:04
The Stand: 4:55
The Feel: 5:39
The Raw Plan: 6:14
First Impressions: 6:45
Mic Gain Dial: 7:17
Cardioid Mode: 7:29
Omnidirectional Mode: 9:20
Bi-directional Mode: 9:53
Stereo (ASMR) Mode: 10:45
My Testing Specs: 11:27
My Impression: 11:47
My Personal Issue: 12:15
Final Thoughts: 12:37
Outro: 13:57
Bonus Cat Test Audio: 14:12
NOTES:-Im sometimes a doofus and forget to record certain things. If you see something that needs to be talked about that I miss, comment below!
-This video is not actually in 4K. (its 1080p upscaled)
-Amazon links are affiliate links and purchases made help me out by giving me a very small commission. The Perfect $89 Microphone? - Fifine K690](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Q7Qj6E5r4ek/mqdefault.jpg)


