SmallRig gear for better Zoom calls & recording video!

Want to look your best on a Zoom call (or when self filming video)?

I discovered a company called SmallRig that makes modular attachments so you can build a portable recording studio like mine!

I’ll list links to all the gear below…

SmallRig Cheese Bar on Amazon: CDN | USD

This is the starting point. Everything I use attaches to this. I have room for my tripod, my phone, a iPad, 2 lights, 1 mic (not used on Zoom (it cancels out the audio you hear… so when I zoom I just use my earbuds).

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SmallRig Magic Arm on Amazon: CDN | USD

These little things are what changed the game for me. They allow for 2 points of swivel. This means I can turn and angel the lights away from my face to create a softer spill Vs the harsh light pointed direct at me.

I found it’s also great for when I use a mic. I can point the mic directly at my mouth for better audio capture.

I also like the fact they are so small and light. Traditional ball heads are bigger, heavy and only have one point of swivel.

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SmallRig Clamp with 9.5 inch arm on Amazon: CDN | USD
The Magic Arms come in different lengths. I have the 5.8” and the 9.5” and a few of the baby ones. I also have a bigger one that’s 11”

I like that this kit comes with a bonus clamp.

This allows you to connect to more unique spaces. Like a desk, a tripod a tree, a gimbal or a selfie stick. Really anything you want!

I suggest at least one long one because it can be used as a boom pole to get the mic closer to your mouth. I also use it to position my iPad under the camera when using my teleprompter.

Holders for smartphones and tablets on Amazon: CDN | USD

This isn’t by SmallRig, but it looks promising because it has 4 mounting points if you include the cold shoe. Mose only have 2. Some have 3. This company makes them with 4! Same goes for the phone version.

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