MyKeysToMusic

==== Complete Equipment/Resource List ====

== Computers/Software ==

• The computer I use for everything: Apple MNED2LL/A 27-inch iMac (Retina 5K Display, 3.8GHz Intel Core i5 Quad Core, 8GB RAM, 2TB Fusion Drive), Silver (Newest Version): https://amzn.to/2PLzNY3 (note I’m using a slightly older iMac than described above with 24GB of RAM).
• Add’l Computer Monitor: Dell UltraSharp 4k UP3216Q 31.5" Screen LCD Monitor (connected to Mac computer): https://amzn.to/2FgwJiC
• Storage/backup for videos: WD 2TB Black My Passport  Portable External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - WDBYFT0020BBK-WESN: https://amzn.to/2RM7jdX
• Connections: USB 7 Port Hub, 4 ports from the Dell Monitor and 4 ports from the Mac: http://bit.ly/2H7uIBW
• Video software to record and edit video, audio, video effects, and to provide a direct upload to YouTube: (Telestream ScreenFlow 8.0)
• To review video clips and/or record add’l audio as needed: Apple QuickTime Player
• Presentation software for slides, detailed schematics, comparison screenshots, etc.: Apple Keynote (comes for free with a Mac computer)
• Web browsing/research: Safari (comes with the Mac) I also use Chrome for YouTube stats with VidIQ (also free).  Note VidIQ has an optional paid services as well which I am using.
• Music Composition/Arrangement/Recording: Logic Pro X
• Capture selected images off the internet or from manuals: (TechSmith Snagit 2019)
• Other software used: Acrobat Reader (www.adobe.com), ScreenFloat (App Store), Dropbox: http://amzn.to/2Emn1dC, Apple Notes (free with a Mac computer), Nice Timer (App Store)

== Video ==

• Camera for Keyboard close-ups, full body shots, and some talking head: (Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V 20.1 MP Digital Still Camera with 3" OLED, flip screen, WiFi, and 1” sensor): https://amzn.to/2FhhtC9 
• Camera for some talking head shots: (Logitech BRIO – Ultra HD Webcam for Video Conferencing, Recording, and Streaming): https://amzn.to/2qExrMv
• Camera for some full body shots: (iPhone 7 Plus)
• Video Capture/converter to allow Sony camera to record directly into the computer: (Magewell USB Capture SDI Gen 2): https://amzn.to/2POWI4z
• Standard camera tripod for most camera shots: (purchased 10 years ago, I think I paid around $30 - any standard standing tripod should do)
• Traditional music Microphone Stand use with iPhone / camera adapter below to hold cameras over the keyboards for close-ups: (AmazonBasics Tripod Boom Microphone Stand): https://amzn.to/2FfzIYB
• Microphone Clip: On Stage MY251 Elliptical Microphone Clip: https://amzn.to/2JSRfo5
• Boom mic camera adapter: (On Stage CM01 Video Camera/Digital Recorder Adapter): https://amzn.to/2DwVZzg
• Lighting for keyboards and room: (CowboyStudio Photography & Video Portrait Umbrella Continuous Triple Lighting Kit): http://amzn.to/2H5mPgF
• Lighting for talking head: (Simple Deluxe Brooder and Heat Clamp Lamp Light 2 Pack with 8.5 Inch Aluminum Reflector 150W with 6 Feet Cord UL Listed): https://amzn.to/2JTPeI8
• Lightbulbs for clamp lights/talking head listed above (SYLVANIA 8.5-Watt (60W Equivalent) 5000K A19 Medium Base (E-26) Dimmable Daylight Indoor LED Bulb ENERGY STAR): https://amzn.to/2T22A9C
• Lighting for the keyboards and the room ([3 Packs] VILROX Bi-Color 3300K-5600K 30W Dimmable LED Video Light Panel Lighting Kit): https://amzn.to/2FVYqu8
• GreenScreen to block out the background for talking head: (Webaround Portable Webcam Background, 56" (Chroma Key Green): https://amzn.to/2RPBfpJ See my review video of the green screen here: https://youtu.be/6n5nAPSH1nU

== Audio/Support Equipment/Musical Instruments ==

• Nord Products Page on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2K3OHGT
• Nord Electro 5D, 61 Velocity Sensitive 61-Key Semi-Weighted Waterfall Keyboard: https://amzn.to/2PZeu5v
• Nord Electro 5D, 73 Velocity Sensitive 73-Key Semi-Weighted Waterfall Keyboard: https://amzn.to/2FdeXN9
• Nord Electro 5 HP, 73 Stage Keyboard with 73 Note Hammer Action: https://amzn.to/2DuEeRn

• Nord Electro 6D, 61-Note Semi-Weighted Waterfall Keybed:  https://amzn.to/2RL6wKj
• Nord Electro 6D, 73-Note Semi-Weighted Waterfall Keybed: https://amzn.to/2RTQJJp
• Nord Electro 6HP, 73-Note Hammer Action Portable Keybed: https://amzn.to/2JYGdOg

• Nord Stage 3 Compact 73-Key Digital Stage Piano with Semi-Weighted Keybed: https://amzn.to/2RHBjHQ
• Nord Stage 3 HP 76 76-Key Digital Stage Piano with Hammer Action Portable Keybed: https://amzn.to/2JRjJym
• Nord Stage 3 88 88-Key Digital Stage Piano with Fully Weighted Hammer Action Keybed: https://amzn.to/2ROVpQE

• Korg Minilogue XD Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer: https://amzn.to/2XzRv0I 

• Korg Case for Minilogue and Minilogue XD: https://amzn.to/2GxTThx
• Nord Case 76: https://amzn.to/2RKf9Vx
• Nord Case 73: https://amzn.to/2DAWEjg

• Nord Music Stand (Nord USA NSCMS-WIDE Music Stand): https://amzn.to/2QBJRTT
• Nord Music Stand (Nord USA NSCMS-WIDE Music Stand): https://amzn.to/2QBJRTT
• M Audio SP 2  Universal Sustain Pedal: https://amzn.to/2MSfhmj
• Yamaha FC7 Control/Expression Pedal: https://amzn.to/2DxcLy7
• Roland EV-5 Expression Pedal: https://amzn.to/2BMpTNh
• Korg Midi Controller Pedal (EXP2): https://amzn.to/2MROfv7
• M-Audio EX-P | Universal Expression Pedal for Keyboards: https://amzn.to/31UGOaJ
• BOSS FS-6 Dual Foot Switch: https://amzn.to/2DddnYS
• BOSS FS-7 Dual Latch and Momentary Foot Switch Pedal Bundle: https://amzn.to/2qRj5vD
• Behringer FCB1010 Ultra-Flexible MIDI Foot Controller with 2 Expression Pedals and MIDI Merge Function: https://amzn.to/2PnVVad

• Keyboard Controller: IK Multimedia iRig Keys compact MIDI controller for iPhone, iPad, Android and Mac/PC): https://amzn.to/2RNxq4e
• Keyboard 4: Axiom 61 61-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with Semi-Weighted Keys and Assignable Control Surface: https://amzn.to/2Icq89C
• Looper: (Boss RC-505 Loop Station): https://amzn.to/2JSgSp7
• The microphone used on most videos starting on Feb 13, 2018: (Heil Sound PR-40 Gold Dynamic Studio Recording Microphone): https://amzn.to/2ALLJzT
• The microphone used on most videos prior to Feb 13, 2018: (Floureon BM-800 Condenser Microphone + Pop Filter Wind Screen + Arm Stand with XLR Male to XLR Female Microphone Cable for Studio Recording (Blue): https://amzn.to/2qH5qnb
• Keyboard Stand: Ultimate Support AX48 Pro Electronic Keyboard Stand - Black: https://amzn.to/2ShT7u3
• Keyboard Stand: Ultimate Support AX-48 Pro Plus Two-tier Portable Column Keyboard Stand (Black), Boom Attachment, Ulti-Boom Pro-TB, and Tote:  https://amzn.to/2DwNHYd
• Keyboard Stand: Ultimate Support APEX AX-48 Pro Silver Apex Series Two-tier Portable Column Keyboard Stand (Silver): https://amzn.to/2RJGaID
• Keyboards Stand: RockJam Xfinity Heavy-Duty, Double-X, Pre-Assembled, Infinitely Adjustable Piano Keyboard Stand with Locking Strap: https://amzn.to/2PNiaXO
• Audio cables for keyboards: (Hosa HSS-005 REAN 1/4 inch TRS Pro Balanced Interconnect Cable, 5 feet): https://amzn.to/2FoAJxg
• MIDI cables: (Monoprice MIDI Cable with 5 Pin DIN Plugs, 10-Feet, Black (108533): https://amzn.to/2JTWpAi
• Audio Interface for MIDI/Audio between keyboards and computer: (Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 Second Generation (2nd Gen):  

  https://amzn.to/2LOQfnF

  
  
• Headphones when working on the computer: (Logitech clearchat Comfort/USB Headset H390)
• Headphones when recording or playing music: (Bose QuietComfort 35 (Series II) Wireless Headphones, Noise Cancelling - Silver): https://amzn.to/2JVqsYb
• Studio speakers/monitor: (JBL LSR305 5" 2-Way Powered Studio Monitor): https://amzn.to/2De7xqj

== YouTube Management Software Tools / Misc. ==

• Manage Tags, SEO, Stats, etc.: (VidIQ): www.vidiq.com
• Manage detailed timer log for everything I do on the channel: (FileMaker Pro) www.productivecomputing.com
• YouTube thumbnail creation: (Apple Keynote)
• Website engine for Mykeystomusic.com
• Domain management: namecheap.com

== Green Screen Options==

Webaround Portable Webcam Background, 56" (Chroma Key Green): 

https://amzn.to/2RPBfpJ

Webaround Portable Webcam Background, 52" (Chroma Key Green): https://amzn.to/2OEtIrT

Webaround a 42" Webcam Background, Professional, Portable Blue: https://amzn.to/2ROuaFY

Webaround a 52" Webcam Background, Professional, Portable, Gray: https://amzn.to/2qGg5Pi

Webaround a 42" Webcam Background, Professional, Portable Gray: https://amzn.to/2T1Wl5A

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