How to Build a Home YouTube Studio | LESS THAN $100 

The magic of lighting!

Kellan, if you ever read this, let me apologize in advance for this comment being so long, BUT I must say that I've watched literally dozens upon dozens of these "RU-vid studio set-up" type videos for YEARS and YEARS and have NEVER come across one that is as simple and to-the-point as yours. And by "simple and to-the-point" I mean you helped me FINALLY understand camera settings and why, when and how to use them by explaining the settings in a "real World" example and not just by using "professional tech talk" that means absolutely NOTHING to a beginner or someone inexperienced with DSLRs or cameras with semi-pro to pro bells and whistles. Believe me when I say, I've been watching RU-vid videos for over 10 years trying to understand how people were getting that "look" for their RU-vid videos. I got to the point where I was so sick and tired of hearing people explain three-point-lighting, key light, hair light, fill light, etc, etc. I even purchased a very expensive lighting kit years ago only to regret it because my videos still looked green as freak. Then I watched video after video after video of the "pros" explaining aperture, ISO, shutter speed, BLAH, BLAH, BLAH...but no one was putting it all together in a "follow along, real World example" like you just did. AND YOU DID IT WITH A SINGLE LIGHT, AND IT WAS DARK OUTSIDE, from what I could see though your windows. I was also frustrated with videos titled "how to make your RU-vid videos look professional" and the video would go on and on talking about what camera, what lens, what lighting, etc., etc., and all I could think was "dude, forget all this techy mumbo jumbo, just show me exactly how YOU got your video to look the way it is RIGHT NOW!" It took your video, Kellan, to get me to finally understand how it all works, and you did it without OVERCOMPLICATING everything. As I watched, I grabbed my Samsung S20 Ultra because its native camera app has what they call "Pro Camera" and "Pro Video" modes which allow you to manually adjust some basic aperture, ISO, white balance, etc., settings. As you were talking, I was following along and adjusting the settings on my phone's camera and VOILA...it all came together for me in that instant! After all these freaking years, I finally know EXACTLY how to work with manual settings of cameras and from now on will know what I'm supposed to do with them. I'm more of a visual learner and sometimes I learn "backwards." I'm more of a "show me the when, why and how of something and teach me the terminology later" type of learner. Once again bro, thank you so much for this video. You have no idea what this videos means to me. I know others have given you compliments and praise for this video, but as far as I'm concerned, you could have charged top dollar for this one. Thanks again Kellan. PEACE!

Everyone should be forced to watch this before any Zoom meeting takes place! Great info, thanks

I've been sitting in my office trying to figure out how to configure the space and your video popped up. NOW I KNOW!

This shows how important the light is in video to have a quality video.

low-key can't believe this guy gets this amount of views. I saw the quality of his videos and immediately thought he was a top-tier youtuber. He deserves so many more views than he gets, one of the most informative videos I've ever watched

Wow, this is one of the most useful videos I've seen on making your home look way more professional on RU-vid. The key difference was the before & after comparisons at each step. Most people just tell you what settings you need and you can't remember why as you have no context. Thanks so much!

Thank you for this!! I love how you piece by piece show what each tip does visually. Honestly the best video on the subject I’ve watched.

Just just found you and I'm really glad. This was a wonderful example of how simple it really is to change the look of a space with simple lighting techniques. You really break it down in an easily consumable format. I love the before and after snap cuts. Thank you for your videos. Subbed!

Really good content! I love how you're always comparing the before and after. I think this is exactly what I need to level up my videos a bit!

Great video, step-by-step and to the point without 5 minutes of fluff up front! I do lots of photography and a small amount of videography and streaming, and the video can help in each of those areas. Video color correction is an area in which I need to work; thank you for the motivation to do so.

Dude. I've been looking for something like this! So good - concise, clear, before & after, the reasons, prices - you're awesome. Subbed. Thank you!

Enjoyed the Simplicity of this Budget Set up and the Camera Tips - So much value from this one video - Excellent Work - Thanks

I’ve been thinking about reinventing my filming set up and this was the perfect inspiration to do it! Thank you so much for the tips and suggestions! :)

One of the best 10 min videos I have ever seen. This is gold. Keep it up.

Honestly one of the most helpfull videos I've seen. Straight to the point and with cheap items. Most of the videos I see claim to be "affordable" yet they feature gifted or expensive equipment. Thank you!

Small Details and Camera settings that you give are worth thousands (many others explain the settings very brief, you take the time) Thanks bro!. Sometimes the most common details for some experts can be the biggest change for someone starting who still has a million questions lol ! You got a new Sub!

This was super useful! I think after applying these tips, I'll feel much more confident when I go to record. I really appreciate it. This was concise- and I loved the comparison shots. Thank you again!!

This is crazy informative and well-produced. Thank you, it's definitely got actionable tips and the links make everything easy to find!

love the comparing shots! it makes so much easier to see and understand how small changes can have a huge impact!

this video was seriously the most helpful, attainable and encouraging video i've seen here while researching this all day. thank you so so much!!

Sweet video, straight to the point. Thank you very much.

That snap intro set the hook, the lav mic comparison kept me watching. And I already have all my gear 😂😂 nice job

SUPER helpful video - thanks so much for pulling together. You make what seems an expensive and unobtainable setup actually very very achievable . I learnt that you just need to understand your camera settings better, and spend a little money on simple but effective gear. This has been great - thank you!

Thanks Kellan, that was a really awesome walk through. I like how you actually showed the whole room, and that it really was just a basic bedroom. Doesn't take much to up the quality. Cheers Simon

This video is actually underrated. Wow... It's full of insightful information. I wish I can subscribe more than once. Nice one....I'm a RU-vidr but my production isn't as standard yet but this video will definitely help.

Just randomly found this video and it turned out it was the video I didn't know I needed - literally learned sooo much in 10 minutes 🙌🏼

Wow, an extremely well made video, with all the explanations and samples. Most descriptive and easy to understand what lights can do for you.

Thanks for your clarity on showing how to make these very affordable modifications to great effect! I appreciate how specific your instructions are. Thank you!

Great video! Thanks!

Got Damn great video. No lame jokes , straight to the point & my melanin will look great in my new videos thanks 💯⚜️

Thank you so much for this video. I'm going to give all of this a try on my days off this week. I really appreciate this.

Hands down the best video! easy, straight forward. appreciate camera settings info too. thank you

I’m definitely going to pick up a couple of mics. I thought they would be more expensive than that. Good basic concepts, lighting, paying more attention to the background, color grading... from there I need to get creative with defining my style and away I go! Thank you!!! 😃👍🎥

Yo, I'm a highschool teacher getting my stuff together to make youtube videos for my classroom and this video is straight fire!! Subscribed with a bell! Love the tips for someone on a budget that wants top-notch quality! I'm shooting on a 5dMkIII. I have a 50 1.2 and a 24-70 2.8. Ill use the zoom lens for a while, but I am looking to get a prime lens for the wide shots. I love the look of the 28mm you recommend! Best 10mins spent on the internet in a long time.

Dude this video was spot on. Great info that ads value. No fluff that needs tons of money. Awesome.

Ive been delaying starting a channel just because I can't find a way to make the aesthetics match everyone else's.. even after watching many videos that teach this.. only yours made it muuuuch simpler and doable .. thank u sooo much!

I can't remember the last time I've watched a video without checking how much time was left - super helpful information and very engaging thank you!!!

Lighting and camera setting tips are on point however if you’re on a budget I recommend building acoustic panels instead as they have better performance and look nicer. 1-2 inch foam does nothing for sound dampening unless you have hundreds of them

Thank you so much for this video! I just started planning to start RU-vid and this is exactly what I needed! Again, THANK YOU!

Dude! I've been watching these kid of videos for over a year now. Must admit this is the best and most useful video so far on my RU-vid journey! Well done and thank you for this! Subscribed without a doubt you deserve it 👌👊

Just a random viewer strolling around RU-vid and my expectation was just to see another RU-vid video of the creator going BLA BLA BLA about the information. But one thing I haven’t seen on other videos that you did... COMPARE THE ORIGINAL SHOT!!!! Sorry. I’m just really big about those side by side comparisons. Beautiful. Very helpful and thank you

What a fantastic video, man! Great job! I was curious however did you by chance figure out what the buzzing audio in the background was? Was it from the light or maybe a connection problem with the lapel mic ? It seemed to go in and out, but I was wondering if anyone mentioned it or if you had any advice on what to look out for in that regards? Either way, amazing video, really addictive to watch! I only started watching 30 seconds and got immediately sucked in! Had to watch the whole thing! Thank you so much for the great advice/recommendations! It’s going to be so fun to set something up like this :-) you’re the best thank you

Even though this wasn't quite for me in terms of how the studio is set up for some reason I feel like this video was such good value. Thank you for delivering on your promise and for the inspiration. A very good video and worth the time that I invested to watch it. Thank you.

One the best videos I’ve seen to help people! Clear, focused, and useful. Of course the camera and lens are the priciest elements of your setup. But a bad camera with good light and audio, is almost always better than a good camera with poor light and audio.

Followed these steps and got amazing results! Camera got real clear, then realized, you have to actually look good and not have acne. Dang it

The info which makes the difference and nobody tells

Thanks for the super simple and practical tips for making huge differences to the video recording session!

Dude, great video! That was so awesome watching it step by step. I didn't think it would make a big difference moving your second monitor out of the way but it was way better after that. I really appreciate this vid.

Very helpful man! Shot for the ideas

5:27 The way he moved his head while saying "in the seat" killed me. Joking aside, loved the video!

great video mate, i really liked how you went really cheap and still made a great change in the production quality!

This Video Came as Finding Another Earth Amidst The Dark Empty Space, The Best Content on This Subject. Thank you.

Underrated.

Man, this video was really awesome. I believe, it'd be helpful for most audience out there. - Sorry dude, I couldn't watch some of previous videos, I'm in very tight schedule.

Awesome video man, really, really awesome! The way that you’re constructed true all the video em showing the changes while talking about setups. Perfect, 0 defects.

I appreciate that you mentioned the camera settings. something I haven't seen in other videos. Thank you!

Watching this in May 2020 during quarantine 😂😂😂😂😂😂

Seen lots of these videos on the tube since covid kicked in however, your was actually one of the best for newbs and intermediates. Clearly explained step by step excellent tutorial. Well done.

Great explanation. A lot of other videos talk about lighting and such, but often skip out on how the camera settings need to adjust. Great breakdown!

solid content

Step One: Own a 2500$ camera plus a 400$ lens. 😂

This is gold as I’m looking to also set my corner set up to start. I’m over thinking it and this helped

This is the best video I’ve seen so far on this subject, and I’ve been watching allot of them. Great job! Thank you! ❤

Overall, this is called production design, according to Hollywood term

What wattage lamp do you use ??

After watching a bunch of "budget firendly" videos, this video is one of the only videos I've seen where the recommended items are actually cheap, the video does a great job showing before and after, and the techniques actually work!. Just implemented them and wow. I'm using my iPhone 14 Pro Max w/ CinemaP3 just in case anyone was wondering. Lighting is everything!

I stumbled across this video but it's the best thing ever. Thanks so much Kellan; great stuff. It's so easy for beginners like me to get sucked into research mode looking for the best equipment. With your video I'll probably just end my search and buy everything you recommended. Thanks again man.

Man you are so handsome! Wow!

Ahh my key light was set too high! I lowered it to face level. It’s just so bright & my webcam doesn’t have an ISO setting... so I ordered a Sony A6100.

Love your video so much. It way easier to understand than any other video on RU-vid I ever watch. Hope for more video from you.

This is so nice. Trying to set something up and man I feel like I have way to much equipment; monitors, big mic, speakers, etc. So this helps. Thanks again!

Manny thanx, Especially useful to folks born before 1970, HAHAhaha

Everyone who make a home studio/lighting video: *Snaps fingers* Everyone who comments on a youtube video: "everyone who..."

I've watched about 10 tutorial videos before this one and I've got to say this stands out, quality video and really good tips thank you.

THANK YOU for throwing in the camera settings, that is very helpful!

I can see you grow from 34k subs to 34m subscribers ....... Please remember my name.... *Bhavith* Subscribed

So, you literally use a $2800 gear and call it “studio for $100”. Well done

I appreciate you showing whole setup from different angel that’s really helps. In my videos I’m trying to setup similar as I have small space too.

great suggestions, love the back light, it's warm and inviting. Thanks Kellan :)

It’s pronounced “Lahv” not lav, but I can see where that would be confusing

This is one of the best videos I've seen. Thanks a lot Kellan. You really do make it easy for beginners.

Appreciate the info. Finally a vid that breaks it down in layman terms & doesn't over complicate things

Appreciate the hard work you put into this. Great Video

Extra mile on this video for sure great quality , affordable Price , straight to the point,an great information on for settings on your cam what to set

this was a great video to get the basic studio going. thank you for sharing

Kellen you rock! You are too fabulous ! 😀😀😍thanks for sharing!

Awesome video man, I knew most of these things before but I appreciate the way you explained it, feels like I understand it better know

Thank you for the camera settings. I wondered but had no idea what it should.

I'm so glad this was the first video that came up when I searched "Building a RU-vid Studio". Very informative and useful. Thank you so much.

Perhaps the best video on the subject on YT. Thanks man

That's awesome! I love your teachings and your videos! So helpful!!

Wow, one of the nicest tutorials Ive watched in so long! 💯

So far the best video I’ve found ! Ima try these things out for my room definitely need to upgrade soon,

FANTASTIC VIDEO for a beginner like me!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!

Omg I am so thankful for this! I’m literally stressing on what lighting to buy and I don’t want to invest in something big right now since I’m just getting started. I wasn’t sure about the umbrella lights, but now I’m going to purchase them!

Hi I'm very new to Youtubing and watching videos for ideas. I really liked this video of yours...I've watched so many but your ideas are so cool and you have put much thought into your work...it's easy to follow, well-explained and super-friendly! Thanks so much, I've subscribed. All the best.

As a beginer, your suggestions really helped me a lot. I subscribed now. Thank you a lot!

Thanks so much for this realistic approach to a budget friendly RU-vid setup really helps us beginners out a lot!

have recently started a channel and have been struggling with lighting and kept having to rely on sunlight from the window.. very straightforward and easy and will give my channel a much more professional look definitely!