The Steel Guitar Forum

I'm wondering what's the best setup for taking Zoom lessons........... sound equipment, camera's and connections. The computer camera and microphone don't seem to be enough. Thanks. Paul.

Paul, I don't teach on Zoom for various reasons, but through Skype. Get a good quality HD webcam, I like many of Logitechs cams, especially 930E. I also like a model by Nexigo, the N940P, which can zoom in and out a little, even comes with a remote control to handle the zooming and other features. Mics on webcams are usually good enough for lessons, and sometimes a built-in laptop mic is good, too.

I use an iPad and it works great depending on the connection.

Thanks guys, I now have a logictech webcam hooked up to my computer. Thinking of a better microphone setup on my computer which doesn't pickup my amp sound that well. I was thinking of running a mic. into a small mixer that has a usb connection.

Paul, try using your webcam's mic first, it's usually good enough, no need to spend $ needlessly! Make sure it's selected in Zoom or Skype settings.

Here are some helpful tips for good audio in Zoom meetings:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2ekOzjc_Ec

Bob and John,

Do you use any special lighting on your face, fretboard, background and so on when doing remote lessons? Do you use a sheet or other article to create a solid or pattern background?

Jim Fogle wrote:Bob and John,

Do you use any special lighting on your face, fretboard, background and so on when doing remote lessons? Do you use a sheet or other article to create a solid or pattern background?

I don't do anything except point the ipad in my general direction. Works fine.