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So you want to be a YouTube star, huh? Well, here’s the tech you need to set up your own video-production studio.

01 CANON EOS 80D

There will always be a debate over whether you should be using a dedicated video camera or a DLSR, but given its size, price and features, such as its smooth focus for changing the focal point of your shot on the fly, it’s hard to argue against the 80D. The only downside is that you’ll have to purchase the lenses separately, but it’s worth it for the image stabilization alone. £1,005.99, canon.co.uk

20 SENNHEISER MKE 2

Audio is the most important thing when it comes to YouTube videos. Most of your audience won’t mind (or even notice) if you don’t frame every shot correctly but if the sound isn’t up to standard they’ll let you know about it. On-board mics on DSLRs – even the 80D – just aren’t up to scratch, so plug a lavalier wired microphone (frequently used in television and theatre) into the camera’s 3.5mm jack for crystal-clear audio whenever you want to present to camera or record a voiceover track. £226.80, en-uk.sennheiser.com

03 PIXAPRO RICO240 Daylight BALANCED LED RING LIGHT

If you’re shooting outside you should be able to make do with the natural light, but for low-light conditions or vlogging from your home, setting up a bit of extra lighting is vital for a pro look. This light uses 240 Daylight-Balanced LEDs to give you perfect lighting, whether you’re filming a head-and-shoulders shot of yourself or a product you’re reviewing. £120, essentialphoto.co.uk

40 RAZER BLADE NVIDIA GEFORCE GTX 1060

Processing video files takes a lot of CPU power, but the 2.8GHz quad-core processing power inside this laptop will be able to handle everything you throw at it. You may have a desktop PC or Mac which can do the job, but you’ll need a mobile workstation you can carry around with you to use anywhere, to get your videos up no matter what. £1,799.99, razerzone.com Wobbly shots should be avoided at all costs, so investing in a sturdy tripod is well worth it if you want to give your videos a much more professional look. The Befree is incredibly easy to set up and it’s lightweight, weighing only 1.8kg, so it’s also great for carrying around with you. £204.95, manfrotto.co.uk

06 HD60 GAME CAPTURE

If you’re thinking about starting a gaming channel then you’ll need something to capture those clips of your mega skills from your console. The HD60 plugs straight into your laptop and comes with free software, allowing you to capture HDMI signals at up to 1080p in 60fps. Of course if you’re not into gaming you can cross this off your list. £139.98, elgato.com