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What gear does James Hicks recommend for seamless integration with Elgato Streamdeck and ZhiyunTech?

Updated March 1, 20261 min read

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From James Hicks

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I focus a lot on building a studio where everything talks nicely together, and that definitely includes the Elgato Stream Deck and Zhiyun lighting.

Based on what I use and recommend in my video descriptions, here’s a solid setup that integrates smoothly:

  1. Control & automation
    1. Elgato Stream Deck XL or Stream Deck +
    2. Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile (great ergonomics for desk setups)
  2. Cameras
    1. Sony ZV‑E1 (full frame)
    2. Sony FX‑30 or Sony ZV‑E10 (APS‑C)
    3. Elgato Cam Link 4K to bring the camera feeds into the computer
  3. Audio
    1. RODECaster Pro 2 as the audio hub
    2. Shure SM7dB or Shure SM7B
    3. Rode PodMic USB/XLR as a versatile option
  4. Lighting (pairs well with Stream Deck and ZhiyunTech)
    1. Zhiyun Molus X100 Pro Kit (bi‑color COB)
    2. Zhiyun Molus G60 Combo (bi‑color COB)
    3. Godox TL60 RGB tube lights
    4. Optional: Elgato Key Light Mini and Philips Hue smart lights for additional, Stream‑Deck‑friendly control
  5. Core computer & connectivity
    1. Apple Mac Studio M1 Max or MacBook Pro M1 Pro
    2. CalDigit TB4 Element Hub for clean, reliable USB/Thunderbolt expansion

With this kind of stack, you can map Stream Deck buttons to:

  1. Scene switching in Ecamm Live or Restream
  2. Audio presets on the RODECaster Pro 2
  3. Lighting presets for Zhiyun lights (via companion apps or middleware) and Hue/Elgato lights
  4. Mac automations and app launches

If you tell me your current computer and whether you’re more focused on streaming, YouTube videos, or meetings, I can narrow this down to a more tailored gear list for you.

What’s your current setup, and are you starting from scratch or upgrading specific pieces?

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