Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video, I take you through my full creator studio setup — from my main editing desk to my dedicated top-down filming station. I walk through every piece of gear I use, explain why it's there, and show how the whole space is designed to make content creation as fast and frictionless as possible. I also show how I use a 3D printer and custom mounts to keep everything organised and off the floor.
Links for products discussed;
Desk & Furniture (covering both setups)
Desky sit/stand desk - geni.us/mHBn8E
IKEA Kålby desk (74x42) - geni.us/s0wg
Screw-in drawer - geni.us/s0wg
Desk Riser - geni.us/I1vUk3
Desk mat - geni.us/SBWdrK
Lighting
Amaran Halo 600X - geni.us/k4d7wyr
Modifier - geni.us/ixLJvj
Amaran Verge Max - geni.us/YkmoW2
Amaran PT4C - geni.us/R0mlN
Camera & Top-Down Setup
Vari-poles - geni.us/3Nnr3cR
Vari-pole Crossbar - geni.us/SgANT
Pole from Crossbar I use - geni.us/anoPfO
Elgato Teleprompter (small) - geni.us/UPLGMq
Top down camera I use - geni.us/tSeiY2
Top down lens - geni.us/c3rGU
Storage & Tools
ProGrade SD card reader - geni.us/progradecardreader
ProGrade 8TB SSD - geni.us/RrCrYg
OWC RAID - geni.us/bHGuB4p
TourBox (editing controller) - geni.us/Fhd48N1
Tilta battery charger - geni.us/n6Z53qA
3D Printer - geni.us/uN2U
00:00 Introduction — what this setup is all about
00:34 WHY THIS DESK? — the Desky sit-stand desk & walking pad setup
03:03 WHY I USE LAMPS — practical lighting for ambiance & background
03:22 MAIN STUDIO LIGHT — the Amaran Halo 600x explained
05:06 AMARAN DESKTOP APP — controlling lights with Stream Deck
06:01 WHY 2 MONITORS? — Apple Studio Display + vertical LG monitor
07:36 TOOLS & TECH ON MY DESK — ProGrade, TourBox, OWC RAID & more
10:02 MY INSPIRATIONAL CORNER — the shelf that keeps me motivated
10:52 THE TOP DOWN DESK — the IKEA Karlby walnut shooting station
13:14 WHY I USE VARIPOLES — no drilling, no floor stands
15:25 HOW I MOUNT THE TOP DOWN CAMERA — the custom rail system
16:58 THE BEST LIGHTS FOR CREATORS — Amaran Verge Max & tube lights
19:05 TOOLS & TECH FOR THE TOP DOWN SETUP — mic arm, teleprompter & wireless mics
20:39 ORGANISING EVERYTHING WITH 3D PRINTING — IKEA Skadis & custom mounts
22:21 THE 3D PRINTER I USE — Bambu Lab P1S & the Gridfinity system
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AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE
Some of the links used in the description will direct you to Amazon, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.
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SPONSORSHIP/COLLABS
If you are looking to do collaborations, offer sponsorships, or any other requests, hit me up here: Chris@craterr.com
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In this video, I take you through my full creator studio setup — from my main editing desk to my dedicated top-down filming station. I walk through every piece of gear I use, explain why it's there, and show how the whole space is designed to make content creation as fast and frictionless as possible. I also show how I use a 3D printer and custom mounts to keep everything organised and off the floor.
Links for products discussed;
Desk & Furniture (covering both setups)
Desky sit/stand desk - geni.us/mHBn8E
IKEA Kålby desk (74x42) - geni.us/s0wg
Screw-in drawer - geni.us/s0wg
Desk Riser - geni.us/I1vUk3
Desk mat - geni.us/SBWdrK
Lighting
Amaran Halo 600X - geni.us/k4d7wyr
Modifier - geni.us/ixLJvj
Amaran Verge Max - geni.us/YkmoW2
Amaran PT4C - geni.us/R0mlN
Camera & Top-Down Setup
Vari-poles - geni.us/3Nnr3cR
Vari-pole Crossbar - geni.us/SgANT
Pole from Crossbar I use - geni.us/anoPfO
Elgato Teleprompter (small) - geni.us/UPLGMq
Top down camera I use - geni.us/tSeiY2
Top down lens - geni.us/c3rGU
Storage & Tools
ProGrade SD card reader - geni.us/progradecardreader
ProGrade 8TB SSD - geni.us/RrCrYg
OWC RAID - geni.us/bHGuB4p
TourBox (editing controller) - geni.us/Fhd48N1
Tilta battery charger - geni.us/n6Z53qA
3D Printer - geni.us/uN2U
00:00 Introduction — what this setup is all about
00:34 WHY THIS DESK? — the Desky sit-stand desk & walking pad setup
03:03 WHY I USE LAMPS — practical lighting for ambiance & background
03:22 MAIN STUDIO LIGHT — the Amaran Halo 600x explained
05:06 AMARAN DESKTOP APP — controlling lights with Stream Deck
06:01 WHY 2 MONITORS? — Apple Studio Display + vertical LG monitor
07:36 TOOLS & TECH ON MY DESK — ProGrade, TourBox, OWC RAID & more
10:02 MY INSPIRATIONAL CORNER — the shelf that keeps me motivated
10:52 THE TOP DOWN DESK — the IKEA Karlby walnut shooting station
13:14 WHY I USE VARIPOLES — no drilling, no floor stands
15:25 HOW I MOUNT THE TOP DOWN CAMERA — the custom rail system
16:58 THE BEST LIGHTS FOR CREATORS — Amaran Verge Max & tube lights
19:05 TOOLS & TECH FOR THE TOP DOWN SETUP — mic arm, teleprompter & wireless mics
20:39 ORGANISING EVERYTHING WITH 3D PRINTING — IKEA Skadis & custom mounts
22:21 THE 3D PRINTER I USE — Bambu Lab P1S & the Gridfinity system
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AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE
Some of the links used in the description will direct you to Amazon, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.
----------------------------------------------------------
SPONSORSHIP/COLLABS
If you are looking to do collaborations, offer sponsorships, or any other requests, hit me up here: Chris@craterr.com
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