(Closed) Streaming Must-haves Contest - Enter for your chance to WIN a $200 gift card!

JS_MC · August 2020

Hello All!

Did you know we have a streaming studio builder so you can get all the gear you need to stream?

To begin building your own Streamer Setup, choose one of the suggested configurations - or go straight to a full, wide-open option. You'll be able to modify/customize elements from any of the suggested configurations throughout the process.

Stardom is just around the corner, use our new Streaming Studio Builder to help you get there!

To enter this contest, reply to this post and follow these steps.

Use our Streaming Studio Builder to make your streaming Wishlist and share it with us (see directions below to copy the URL)
Post a photo of your streaming set up and must-have streaming product – could be webcam, mic, headset, Stream Deck, etc
Explain what type of streaming you use it for (on Twitch, for zoom, etc.)
Explain why your chosen streaming accessory is a must-have

Use our Streaming Studio Builder, add the streaming accessories you have, and then add the accessories you want! You can modify/customer your selection of components easily by selecting the "Change" button, as seen below. If you're interested in adding another similar item, you can use the "Select Additional" button.

Once you've completed your list, you can save and share it by clicking the icon (outlined in red) of your preferred platform or copy the link to paste wherever you'd like!

We created this tool to give you a head start on the road to becoming the next top streamer!

We're here to help as well. If you have questions about what you need to get the perfect streaming setup, don't hesitate to ask us!

We want to know what accessory you can't stream without. What's your must-have streaming accessory?

How would you describe yourself as a streamer? Are you a beginner, intermediate, or pro? Perhaps you're something else? You tell us! Plug your stream, share your zoom setup. When you're streaming what's most important to you?

Be sure to check out our PC Showcase contest for another chance to win big!

A randomly selected winner will receive a $200 gift card

Contest begins 12:01 am ET on September 1st, 2020

Contest ends 11:59 pm ET on September 30th, 2020.

The winner will be contacted in the first week of October
See attached contest terms and conditions.

ImJustGreene · September 2020

https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/streaming-studio-builder.aspx?load=2511f8f2-7386-4134-88ea-8217e27b4efa

I think the Elgato Stream Deck is a must have for any stream. I’m just beginning my streaming journey, twitch.tv/ImJustGreene 😄, and not having a stream deck definitely makes switching between scenes difficult or just being able to do cool little thing a while gaming. While I’m just beginning and not streaming to to many people, being able to interact in fun ways with the power of the stream deck would be awesome. It just makes a stream that much smoother and I would love to have one for my stream. Above I put my dream stream setup and if I got that I don’t know what I would do lol. Thanks everyone!!

Wizardofki · September 2020

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https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/streaming-studio-builder.aspx?load=f7a6142e-bc87-4517-be2e-d5c8f05e464a
My must-have for streaming playing video games to Twitch or meeting with family, friends, or coworkers over Zoom would be the Sanho HyperCam HD Full 1080P Webcam because it got really good reviews, it's adjustable, and has built-in dual microphones. Obviously, if your streaming, a quality Webcam with built-in microphone is essential. So, this is what I would use to upgrade my streaming build to stream on Twitch and/or Zoom.

Ashlandhunter92 · September 2020

https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/streaming-studio-builder.aspx?load=b9da02b7-3fb5-4b31-ad7f-9eef95da0564

Honestly the main thing I don't have that I'd like to have is a elgato stream deck! I'm still moderately new to streaming but I really enjoy it! I mainly stream fantasy games like dark souls 3, final fantasy 14, 7 days to die, elder scrolls online and such on my twitch. Twitch.tv/land_of_ash
I just really love the functionality of the stream deck and think it would make it that much better!

Image: https://us.v-cdn.net/6031942/uploads/editor/8r/bwhvzgde7ftr.jpg

MrKayveman · September 2020

My most important thing is having a good time with my viewers. My essential device is my Logitech g502. I would love the Elgato stream deck for OBS shortcuts, as my logitech g19 g keys arent working that well for it. Come check me out! twitch.tv/mrkayveman

JS_MC · September 2020

Great posts so far! Be sure to add a picture of your streaming set up to be entered in the contest!

GanjaGremlin · September 2020

https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/streaming-studio-builder.aspx?load=18d11a39-ded3-491e-8911-9f8158349bfa

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Currently I've found my passion is for streaming smaller horror and meme games with my friends. I also plan to stream about music and maybe make videos where I can collaborate with friends and viewers(if any) on songs.

Though its currently not in my PC due to how my cooling pump is mounted(I need to get the correct bracket to mount it vertically) I cant live without my ElgatoHD60 Pro. It allows me to stream any of my consoles through my PC with a few extra conversion pieces I can even use the retro ones rather than rely on emulators.

BFZ · September 2020

https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/streaming-studio-builder.aspx?load=f0f9f989-7e6b-46bf-87da-869a41264a89

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I'd say a must-have for streaming is having a quality microphone! Being able to sound crystal clear to your audience is super important for having a role in your success. I stream to twitch, so there's importance in a lot of things, but something simple and easy to boost your stream quality is by making sure your voice sounds clear and not grainy or noisy.

Image: https://img.audiofanzine.com/images/u/product/normal/blue-microphones-spark-110019.jpg

JS_MC · September 2020

@BFZ Very nice! The Spark is a great cardioid condenser microphone. What interface are you using along with it?

JS_MC · September 2020

@GanjaGremlin Sweet set up! Do you have a PCIe extender to allow you to use it outside your case or are you not streaming because of the new liquid cooling pump?

BolognaBruh · September 2020

Is this still open?

Enamelized · September 2020

@BolognaBruh yes until the end of the month Sept 30, 2020 11:59pm ET

JS_MC · September 2020

@BolognaBruh Yes! @Enamelized is correct. The contest is open until Sept 30, 2020 11:59pm ET

Sunne · September 2020

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https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/streaming-studio-builder.aspx?load=d1645c1b-8250-494b-9f45-b6d242e64b6d
My set up is for youtube and twitch for gaming and I am just getting a pc that has maxed my budget.

Durin_Deathless · September 2020

Here is my wishlist.

I already own the Logitech c922 Pro webcam which I use to occasionally stream. I'm new to it, and due to just having our first child, I don't have regular hours to stream. I'd like to change that soon and eventually bring him into it in a few years himself. I'm currently building a green screen I can move around as needed (wife got the idea for family photos). I also added 2 new monitors as these are old and starting to suffer burn-in. The left one is currently shared with my work laptop due to the pandemic. I also don't own any consoles so while I have the elgato 4k60, I don't have a need for it yet. Maybe when my son is old enough to play and stream.

Image: https://us.v-cdn.net/6031942/uploads/editor/ww/qina62sr136q.jpg

Here's my current setup. Lighting is terrible, so I also need additional focused lights.

My must-have product is the headset.

Image: https://us.v-cdn.net/6031942/uploads/editor/hv/74m74wua4r5t.png

I play The Division 2 a lot so I need quality sound and mic on a headset for the group play.

True_Arce · September 2020

This is my current setup. I just got my pc built about a month and a half ago so im trying to get into streaming and heres the link to my wishlist
https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/streaming-studio-builder.aspx?load=7160d6c8-96e3-4999-88a8-34a500974460

Image: https://us.v-cdn.net/6031942/uploads/editor/zn/2n84ijnkptnv.jpg

This is my must have. Its the Astro A50 Wireless headset for pc. Now I have to plug in my xbox controller to the top of my pc then plug in my headset to the controller to hear any kind of audio from my pc so I would love to eliminate plugging in my controller all together.

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RioMarquez · September 2020

I'm using an A4Tech PK-635G webcam and a Fifine microphone...
This is the acessories that I want/ https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/streaming-studio-builder.aspx?load=4ad41675-6fd7-4bd7-82a6-e91dcac3645c

Image: https://us.v-cdn.net/6031942/uploads/editor/qn/8ofnn3unxvoe.jpg

mrscole131 · September 2020

Had a lot of fun dreaming of my setup! https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/streaming-studio-builder.aspx?load=bece7923-0651-42e6-a584-3136b3edf565

A mic is my must-have item because I make math videos with Zoom and the mic I use now is on my headset which has been wonky lately. Students need as few distractions as possible when learning math! My must-have mic:
https://www.microcenter.com/quickViewConfigurator2020/617740/shure-sm7b-vocal-dynamic-microphone

RealMexicanJoker · September 2020

The dream to finish my dream setup
https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/streaming-studio-builder.aspx?load=b8f13abb-cfe2-451b-a2c8-5d8251f5ee41

Getting an ElGato Stream Deck would be such an amazing gift.

I stream on twitch and make video content on YouTube. Our community strives to create a positive community that welcomes everyone. Please help me reach this dream microcenter.

Come watch me on Twitch! http://www.twitch.tv/realmexicanjoker?sr=a.

Mention microcenter and I'll raid your channel after the stream

-RealMexicanJoker

WeepyAnemone · September 2020

https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/streaming-studio-builder.aspx?load=592bd542-c34b-4e56-b2a1-0798678c552c

To began with the type of stream im doing is for twitch, my mother and i are working really hard to get my self a descent PC so i can reach my dream to be a VTuber. and to be honest if i really won this price it would help a lot economically speaking.
second, my chosen streaming accessory is actually two, a webcam and a mic and here is why, since i want to be a VTuber i really need a good microphon quality and a cam so my character would be able to catch my reactions or my gestures, and the microphone quality is because no one wants to watch a stream with trash audio quality, they would leave an wont come back for the same reason. so if i have to chose between a cam or a mic i will go for the mic because for the reason i explain.
postscript: im sorry if you dot get some part of my explanetion, iam a english learner, and its kinda dificult to me to explain other people what im thinking in english.

Corey_Saldana87 · September 2020

https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/streaming-studio-builder.aspx?load=08f81d05-2854-4eb0-8334-88d63df377ac

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This is my most recent setup that I'll be using as a beginner streamer for Twitch & YouTube Streaming. The type of streaming I will be doing is of course gaming but also show what I do as my full time job and that is photography/videography, so I will be doing some live edits for people that are interested.
What I think is the most important streaming product is something I didn't realize I would need till later on that is a second monitor, which is why I recently just added the 2nd monitor here in my photo. Being able to see all the chats and alerts on a different screen vs the main screen is so much more helpful so I can also stay engaged with my viewers and I feel it's definitely important to engage with your viewers.

POSHMODE · September 2020

DREAM POSH PC

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https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/streaming-studio-builder.aspx?load=4c2c9e3c-7817-4615-bc13-74d02bfaec31

Building my dream POSH PC (is what I "call" it lol) will have me ready for streaming on Twitch and YouTube. I'm currently in the process of getting my channel set up - username: POSHMODE. I chose these accessories into my wishlist as a must-have so that I'm able to record myself playing games with high quality, such as Call of Duty (which is my first time playing and I LOVE IT!), Kingdom Hearts, Mario Kart, and a twist of some OG games from previous consoles that I'll leave it up to a surprise. Having an additional monitor will help me configure my stream set up. I want to be able to see my chat box so that I can interact with my viewers easily, and make sure that everything is running smoothly. Alongside, I want to showcase what I do in my career. I'm a freelance Fashion Designer, and I think it'll be something interesting and new for me to project my viewers of the behind-the-scenes on how I design and create garments from scratch. So within all of the essentials I need from my wishlist, it'll definitely help me achieve the set up I envision that will be practical and aesthetically pleasing. I love RGB - anything with neon and colors from light reflection. So the RGB lights will help me achieve the right look that I'm aiming for as my backdrop. It's important for me to have amazing quality for my viewers, and be able to accommodate my personality within my POSH PC build. So I hope that my dream set up will come true! Thank you for this awesome opportunity!

- Rachelle

adohm2016 · September 2020

https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/streaming-studio-builder.aspx?load=9e380c6a-2392-4055-9bff-2a48f9197986
I just got into streaming on Twitch (username atsukoraimu) when I got Super Mario All-Stars and I am having such a good time that I want to build out my setup more. Lighting is currently my must-have. I have a good microphone, headset and camera but not enough lighting for my 3D avatar to recognize my facial expressions! Streaming gives me a dedicated time for gaming, away from my phone (unless I am googling something). It also gives me some social aspects to chat with other gamers that have the same interests as myself.

Joyboy · October 2020

https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/streaming-studio-builder.aspx?load=e82b11b2-470e-4bce-868a-ad111ac1d39a
I stream on twitch. Don't have a lot of experience at it but learning a lot so far. Lighting for my stream is the one thing I have not invested on yet, and believe I must have because I have seen how inconsistent my the colors in my stream are based on what the time. After doing lots of research I made up my mind the the lighting for the stream is a must have if you are trying a to have a professional looking stream.