Streaming is bigger than ever right now, with many gamers opting to watch their favourite personality play games than to have a go themselves. We can go into the reasons why people should and shouldn’t do this and make a big meal of it, but not today. Looking to get into streaming? Well, we think we’ve found the best streaming setup for under £400.
The Best Streaming Setup For Under £400
People can just dust their old webcam off and stream a game direct from their laptop using a built-in mic if they really want, but it probably won’t look and sound very good. For those looking to take things seriously, we would suggest the following items:
- A dedicated microphone and arm mount – For those looking to create content, make sure your presence is heard with clarity.
- a 1080p minimum webcam – People are tuning on Twitch or YouTube to see a streamer as well as gameplay. Make sure the video feed is HD.
- A couple of ring lights – Good lighting makes a big difference when it comes to filming, and ring lights provide a full lighting solution for streaming.
- A Green screen – Don’t want to be a box on the screen and want to impose yourself fully onto gameplay? Great, one of these will do the trick.
The Streamplify Complete Bundle – Best Streaming Setup For Under £400
Here’s what’s included:
- Cardioid microphone with a pop filter designed for streaming. Also features two RGB modes and 8 effects.
- 2.0-megapixel webcam with Full HD 1080p resolution featuring auto-focus and light enhancement.
- 10” ring light with 10 brightness levels and 3 colour temperatures.
- 14” ring light with 10 brightness levels and 4 colour temperatures.
- Ringlight include a smartphone holder, camera mounts, and a two-in-one tripod
- A green screen measuring 1.5m by 2m and features lockable wheels for easy movement and secure placement
- Practical RGB USB hub developed for streamers
Let’s break each product down one by one:
Streamplify Cardioid Microphone And Arm mount – Best Streaming Setup For Under £400
| Model | MIC TRIPOD |
| Sensor Type | Ø16mm condenser capsules |
| Number of Condensers | 1 |
| Pick-up Pattern | Cardioid |
| Sampling Rate | 16bit, 48Hz |
| Frequency Response | 100Hz – 18kHz |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | >85dB |
| Sensitivity | -36dB ± 3dB |
| Sound Pressure Level | 120dB |
| Impedance | < 680 ? |
| THD | <0.1% (at 1kHz) |
| Audio Out | 3.5mm jack |
| Mute Function | Yes Tap to mute with LED indication |
| Lighting | RGB 8 effects 2 RGB modes |
| Power Required | 5V 500mA |
| Plug and Play | Yes Standard UVC and UVA protocol |
| Interface | USB 2.0 type A Compatible to type 3.0 connector |
| Cable Length | 180cm |
| Compatible Device | PC Laptop PS4 PS5 Xbox Series X/S |
| Supported Software | Streamlabs OBS Twitch Studio Zoom Microsoft Teams Google Meet Skype |
| Compatible OS | Windows 11 / 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP Mac OS Chrome OS |
Thanks to the included arm mount and pop-filter, this mic sounds spot-on for any streaming job. It looks the part too thanks to its cylindrical design and matching pop filter. The mic itself features a metal casing and feels like a solid piece of equipment. The arm locks onto most gaming desks with an included desk clamp and is also fully posable.
Streamplify CAM FHD 60FPS
| Colour | Black |
| Image Resolution | 2M pixel 1920 x 1080 FHD CMOS Sensor |
| Image Format | YUV2 MJPEG |
| Frame Rate | 620 x 480 @ 60FPS 1280 x 720 @ 60FPS 1920 x 1080 @ 30 / 60FPS These are for MJPEG videos |
| Viewing Angle | 90° field of view |
| Zoom Type | Digital |
| Focus Distance | 70mm to infinity |
| Focus Type | Autofocus |
| Microphone | Dual microphones Side and front placement |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | Larger than 40dB |
| Dynamic Range | Larger than 50dB |
| Brightness Enhancement | Yes |
| Power Required | 5V 150mA |
| Plug and Play | Yes Standard UVC and UVA protocol |
| Interface | USB 2.0 type A Compatible to type 3.0 connector |
| Internal Cable Management Depth | 22.6mm |
| Cable Length | 200cm |
| Tripod Compatible | Support standard ¼ inch head |
| Compatible OS | Windows 11 / 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP Mac OS Chrome OS |
| Supported Software | Streamlabs OBS Twitch Studio Microsoft Teams Google Meet Skype |
With a full HD @ 60 FPS resolution inside this sleek looking webcam, the two-megapixel camera isn’t going to provide the super crisp video feed that top of a line camera will produce. It will however provide a great looking picture for streamers to overlap their gameplay with. Due to how little screen space streamers take up, this camera does everything it needs to.
STREAMPLIFY LIGHT 10 RING LIGHT
| Ring Light Size | 10” / 26cm Outer diameter size |
| LED Diode Number | 120pcs |
| Power Consumption | 10 watts (max) |
| Power Supply | USB 5V/2A |
| Brightness | 10 levels 480 lumens (max) |
| CRI Rating | ? 90 |
| Colour Temperature | 3 levels 3000K – 6000K |
| Control Mode | Wired controller |
| Tripod | Included Height Adjustment: 20cm – 25cm |
| Smartphone Holder | Included Supports phones up to 76mm wide Gooseneck holder |
| Camera Mount | Included Ball mount Quarter-inch screw head |
The smaller of the two Ring Lights included in this bundle is best for handheld filming or for anything that requires a desk tripod. It’s also great to use as a course of floor lighting to properly light up a green screen. The included accessories, brightness and build quality make this ring light a dependable and handy one.
STREAMPLIFY LIGHT 14
| Ring Light Size | 14” / 36cm Outer diameter size |
| LED Diode Number | 72pcs |
| Power Consumption | 36 watts (max) |
| Power Supply | AC 100-240V |
| Brightness | 10 levels 2250 lumens (max) |
| CRI Rating | ? 90 |
| Colour Temperature | 4 levels 3000K – 6000K |
| Control Mode | IR remote control Tact-Switch control panel |
| Two-In-One Tripod | Included Height Adjustment: 50cm – 170cm Selfie Stick mode |
| USB Charging | 2 x USB 5V slots |
| Smartphone Holder | Included Supports phones up to 76mm wide Gooseneck holder |
| Camera Mount | Included Ball mount Quarter-inch screw head |
The biggest ring light of the two is main-powered and features a remote control for easy light manipulation whilst on-screen, We would recommend using this ring light as a primary source of lighting for a streamer. It’s powerful and should light up most conditions for a clear and smooth stream.
STREAMPLIFY SCREEN LIFT GREEN SCREEN
| Model | SCREEN LIFT |
| Size | 1.5m x 2m |
| Material | Crease-resistant Water repellent |
| Features | Hydraulic lift Lockable wheels |
Loaded into a hydraulic metal case that has lockable wheels fitted in, this is one of the best green screens on the market at the moment in its price point. There are no worries about creasing or damaging this green screen and its material thanks to its robust build quality. We’re currently using this as our main green the quality is that good. A great addition that makes this Best streaming setup for under £400
Streamplify HUB CTRL 7
| Number of Slots | 7 |
| Colour | Black |
| USB Type | 6 x USB 3.0 Type A 1 x USB 2.0A with power charging Compatible to USB 2.0 connector |
| Smartphone Charging | Up to 2.0A One port only |
| Icons | Acrylic Swappable |
| Lighting | RGB LED power indicator RGB effects controlled via RGB button |
| Buttons | 7 x Power buttons RGB button |
| Cable Management | Cable clip |
| USB Cable Length | 1.8m |
| Power Supply | Adaptor 12V/2A 24W |
| Plug and Play | Yes Standard UVC and UVA protocol |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop PC PlayStation 4 and 5 Xbox One and Series S/X |
| Compatible OS | Windows 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP macOS Chrome OS |
| Dimensions | Hub: 160mm x 47mm x 53mm Acrylic icons: 23mm x 19mm x 5mm L x W x D |
Whilst it’s not a robust Stream Deck, the HUB CTRL 7 is a mains-powered USB extension featuring on/off buttons for each port to control products directly. It features strong RGB lighting that illuminates acrylic labels and features all kinds of streaming products and activities in order to stylishly label all the available ports.
Streamers can find the Steamplify Complete Bundle over on Overclockers.
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