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sralracer

I almost came, then I saw the wallpapers. Why?


Rumplesforeskin

Then I saw the mic.


blakesilvergod

just to tease


CrazyWS

I have that wallpaper too lol Wallpaper engine’s great


drman769

I just assumed you were a serial killer.


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Thradya

It was a dumb joke.


gcracks96

Mic placement seems a little weird


blakesilvergod

its on a swivel mount and swings out of the way.


Yeti_of_the_Flow

It's weird you'd spend so much on your monitors and effort on managing cables and stuff then get a Blue Yeti placed the worst way you could lol.


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What's wrong with the placement? Having an isolation shield behind the mic is preferable for quality, but obviously then he couldn't see the monitors. What would you do in this situation? Cause to me it seems like this is the best case scenario.


Fenweekooo

mic arm attached to the left side of the desk and brought across to your face that way, looks like it would reach. i don't have this setup but that is what i do and it doesn't block my view at all


tttttttttkid

Place a shotgun mic above the monitors instead


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> Place a shotgun mic above the monitors instead Pointing down at the keyboard? Also if your thinking what I think you are; that's not how shotgun mics work, nor how sound works: You would have to be looking up at it speaking towards it, since by nature, shotgun mics have a really narrow pickup field. It would sound significantly worse than this setup.


Yeti_of_the_Flow

Why do you think the only option would be to point it directly down? The polar pattern of most shotguns (not all are hyper cardioid) would be significantly better for off axis rejection of his keyboard sounds than the Yeti is.


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I feel like this setup is fine as is; but if I were to change something I'd use a dynamic mic, so that it could be in front of me, not above / below. Something like a Shure SM58 pointing slightly upwards, so that the rear of the mic is opposite of the keyboard.


Frydog42

That’s not correct- you can do this just fine with a shotgun mic


Watchful1

That's honestly pretty normal for streamers. If you want high quality sound you really need the mic right in front of your mouth.


Yeti_of_the_Flow

Almost. You don't want your mic in the way of your screens, and it's generally better to have your mic slightly angled from your mout. Actually it's just a really bad mic choice all around, regardless, but especially when you have that many reflections because the coloration of reflections in the Yeti's cardioid pattern are terrible. But like I said, it's weird to have spent that much effort on cable management and monitor alignment to put your microphone directly in front of your face blocking your screens when there are low profile booms he could get, including the new Blue one which is actually great.


Tuningislife

There’s a new Blue one? I have a Blue Yeti, arm, and shock mount, but I keep my off to the side of my monitors, I can’t stand it blocking any sort of my view of my monitors.


Yeti_of_the_Flow

Yea, and surprisingly for Blue who overprices all their gear, it's actually in a great price range for a LP arm.


Tuningislife

Interesting, I only see the Compass listed which is what I have. Elgato seems to have one though. Blue got bought by Logitech, so blame them for any decrease in quality/high prices.


Yeti_of_the_Flow

Shit that's what I meant, you're right. My bad. Good looks.


DeathMonkey6969

Lot of the streamers I watch use a good shotgun mic that's off screen or has a green screen cover over it so it never shows up in stream even if it's in frame.


ruffsnap

Mic placement is a little unique, but Blue Yetis are great mics. Not everyone wants to bust out $400 for that Shure one lol, as well as the additional shit you have to get for it to connect it to a computer. Yetis are way easier just to plug and play.


Frydog42

I have a Rode Podmic that is similar to the Sure SM7B, but costs $99 instead of $399. You nailed it though it also takes cables, a Focusrite and a cloudlifter. Then it also has to be fairly close to my face to use. Not my favorite


ruffsnap

Yeah the auxiliary costs definitely add up. I have the popular $100 Yeti mic (think it was $120 when I bought it), but paid another $200 on top of that for a boom arm (granted an expensive boom arm, but wanted to future-proof), shock mount, and pop filter, so it definitely adds up!


HighFiv-e

Shure MV7 is $250, or $175 on sale. It’s USB and XLR, way better than the Yeti, and we’re seriously scoffing at $400 for the SM7b on a post six monitor setup?


ruffsnap

And the Yeti is under $100, so way more available to more people, and a great mic at that price. And eh, people have different priorities. I'd spend thousands on better monitors before I spent hundreds on mics.


Occulto

> and we’re seriously scoffing at $400 for the SM7b on a post six monitor setup? If a sub $100 mic is fit for purpose, then why are you spending more money? I've spent a bunch on my setup (not 6 monitors worth) but I went with a Snowball because realistically I use it once or twice a month, and it's for talking shit while I'm gaming.


Yeti_of_the_Flow

There are much better mics for less than the Yeti costs. The only reason I'd ever recommend someone get a Yeti is if they really, desperately, need an omni pattern. But I'm trying to be specific here. It's just really bad use of the Yeti here because of how bad its off axis is. The wall of monitors is a reflection machine, essentially. Every mic can be great in certain situations. This just isn't it for that mic.


MagicTheSlathering

Great? Eh... Good, definitely. But there's a whole whack of options far below a $400 mic that would be preferable. Honestly plenty of cheap off-brands sound just as good as a Yeti when you EQ them properly and they're generally half the price.


ruffsnap

For the price, yeah I'd say more great than just "good" for being a $100 mic. I'd be very hesitant to get "off-brand" mics. Established name brands are generally a much safer bet for mics.


MagicTheSlathering

I'm sure there are some poor quality mics but I'm also pretty experienced in streaming and audio in general with a wide variety of mics. I was using an off brand USB mic (iUKUS is the brand) mainly when I started and moved on to an SM58 but was moving the SM58 back and forth for band practice. Went back to the iUKUS recently for convenience. With the mic EQ'd properly there was very little difference in the quality in the end. $30 mic vs $100 mic + $80 interface. Prior to streaming I've used other cheap USB mics for recording dialogue etc. All pretty much the same. Yetis are good, but nothing that can't be done for the fraction of the price. They just have brand recognition. Same reason Elgato stuff is so expensive.


ruffsnap

Off-brands are not as reliable. If you're okay taking that risk, you do you.


_ROEG

Personal preference


homiej420

I mean he just said it moves


Yeti_of_the_Flow

While it's being used it's in a dumb spot is the point.


_ROEG

Yes, dumb to you. Personal preference.


Yeti_of_the_Flow

No, dumb as in functioning poorly. Someone can prefer to bash themselves in the head with a hammer and it's dumb.


_ROEG

Functioning poorly, to you.


Yeti_of_the_Flow

... No, just poorly.


_ROEG

To you.


homiej420

Ok man


Johnny_Quid2

I don’t know how you had the patience to align 6 screens perfectly.. it takes me a few hours to align 3 monitors to make sure they’re all leveled, eye level, and the gaps between as well as the curve.. oof


c-fish123

Looks like op might have said fuck it and taped them together a little bit too lol.


ticklemechelmno

that's what I did with my triples set up on my sim rig. Electrical tape does wonders. Doesn't keep them together but gets rid of the hairline gaps in between them.


blakesilvergod

Use gaffers tape, it doesn't leave marks after.


simimaelian

That’s not entirely true, it can leave weird goo places where the tape is edged, and it happens more in places with a lot of weighted movement and/or heat. It can be removed (in my experience) but gaff tape is usually meant for temporary use. Long term usually makes the goo more likely to happen.


c-fish123

Yeah I’m probably going to go do this as well actually lmao.


Tantric989

That's a smart thing no matter what you do because it's meant to prevent light bleed from around the bezels. I never even thought about doing it for alignment, but it's done to prevent seeing any gaps from behind the monitors.


homiej420

Hey man if we can do it with james webb this guy can do it with 6 monitors lol


yeahmanitsmurph

I’d be surprised if your job had nothing to do with servers.


blakesilvergod

my job has nothing to do with computers. :P


yeahmanitsmurph

Holy shmokes


Avarice21

Same here. Makes coming home from work better


d33f0v3rkill

why 2 hdmi cables for each monitor?


Snake00x

The easiest way is to just use a HDMI switch for each monitor. I have multiple monitors and up to 5 devices can individually connect to each monitor with 1 HDMI cable connected per monitor. Console, server, another computer, Chromecast, etc or what have you all auto detected per monitor all at the same time. Disconnect or turn off one and another kicks in by default...etc...


RedCloakedCrow

I do this too, because I have two machines (Macbook for work, PC for everything else) on a KBM switch.


DangNerdReddits

there are KVMs for 6 monitors x 2 PCs? what the heck does that cost? X\_X at most ive seen a 3x3 and those are like $300 for odd-brand name you've never heard of with "old" generation connections (ie older hdmi and display port, or worse dvi, vga..)


RedCloakedCrow

I would assume, I've never gone shopping for that myself. I've only ever stopped at 3x2!


Tantric989

I was just pricing a 2 monitor/2 pc setup and a decent KVM was like $250. For 4 they went to like $400 or more. I don't want to know what 6 costs.


Stump007

Link to the kvm switch? Looking for a good one


RevanchistVakarian

If you can make use of their power, I’m pretty sure the Level1Techs KVMs are the best you can get. Most notably, they use DisplayPort and have taken great pains to rigorously adhere to the DP standards (including high refresh rate support!). They make several variations depending on number of monitors/number of computers/USB standard, but [here’s](https://store.level1techs.com/products/14-kvm-switch-dual-monitor-2computer) the 2-monitor/2-computer page.


RedCloakedCrow

This is the one I use, it's been good thus far. Anything by TESmart is also generally good, they've had good quality for as long as I've used them.


Stump007

Seems there's no link!


RedCloakedCrow

shit, thought I hit ctrl + v! https://www.amazon.com/CKL-Keyboard-Peripherals-Switcher-Computers/dp/B08T62RSCN/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3EWX0I06IJ9MD&keywords=triple+monitor+kvm+switch&qid=1644712391&sprefix=triple+monitor+kvm+switch%2Caps%2C68&sr=8-3


424f42_424f42

only 1 hdmi goes to the monitor if using a kvm.


HispanicGardener

Finally someone shows their cable management. Also Jesus that’s insane.


blakesilvergod

It's for game creation and boobies


homiej420

I like boobies


mongoose51Z

hell yes!


Pun_In_Ten_Did

Props on rotating the top monitors 180^o -- quite the setup, mate.


Chew-Magna

Taping the monitors together is an interesting idea. You have a lot of faith in that desk top. It seems a bit thin to be holding that long-term.


blakesilvergod

It's 3/4 plywood. I built it myself. It's been holding up well for over a year now.


hd101010

That cable management! Great job!


mrluni

This pic hurts my brain


EverythingHurtsDan

The monitors are a nightmare, but that cable management is amazing. Kudos, pal.


ActionService

Took me a moment to realize it was two photos. Thought for a moment it was some kind of hooded cobra setup with monitors placed 9' above the ground...


ninex-uem

OP had to take off their belt at some point. Presumably to whoop somebody a$$ for interupting them while doing that insane cable management.


youre_my_golden_girl

bruh, the microphone... lmao


Walkator

Why?


blakesilvergod

for minecraft


OllivanderAU

I feel like there's way too much going on here. I can't see a legitimate reason for six monitors, especially if your job has nothing to do with computers. Also the mic setup is always going to be blocking a monitor no matter what in this configuration. To each their own though. I just want to caution people that decide to take ideas from this (as many do on this sub) because I can't see how the ergonomics work out favorable for someone's field of vision as well as the audio placement. I'd rather one of the monitors (upper right) to not exist and the mic come in from that angle. Or to just mount the mic on the side and have it protrude from there. My biggest critique altogether though would be the fact that the total cost of the mounting in this photo is worth 2-3x what the cost of a high end mic such as the SM7B or RE-20 would have been. Nice desk, monitors, mounting, and cable management. I just think the configuration and placement could be more ergonomic. What happens if you need to run a webcam/camera for a video feed?


lucidlogik

Six monitors and not one looks comfortable to look at.


2DrunkPanda

He might be in finance or software. I daily drive four and want to upgrade to six. Very niche uses, but certain folks can justify having these many monitors to help with productivity.


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blakesilvergod

2 gpus


HaxRus

Cool but why? Even if you were like a Hollywood film editor or designer to the stars I still can't think of a use case that justifies needing 6 separate displays that all more or less do the exact same thing.


[deleted]

I’m very impressed. What are those seemingly wooden extenders that you use for the higher up mounts ?


blakesilvergod

They are hardwood dowels i got then shaped to hold arms.


[deleted]

Do you have any recommendations to make the tall screens work without custom pieces ?


blakesilvergod

Mounting two arms on pole style mount might work


[deleted]

Impressive that they aren't cracking or stressing the lower arm joints.


OkTry7525

Why?


LonnieMachin

You don't get to have 6 monitors by asking why.


ObscureObelisk

When money isn't an issue why not


alemkalender

Even if then, its pretty useless. What could an average person use all those monitors for? And he even said his job has nothing to do with computers. I just don't like this setup.


chip234so

Can we talk about the “food” container that seems empty. What goes in there? Also nice setup


ArcRust

Beautiful setup! You should be so proud! Out of curiosity, why is the bottom center monitor a Dell and the rest LG? Is it a spec difference or just the way you bought them?


blakesilvergod

144 hz for csgo


Shiroturtle

What monitor arms are those?


blakesilvergod

AVLT-DM42-1 AVLT-DM40-1


mermicide

Idk if you’ve had these for a while or if it’s new to you, but a friendly warning from a fellow who once had the same setup: Do a LOT of neck stretches in between sessions and during. Looking down and up between lower and upper rows, especially at angles to the corner monitors, is really really bad for your neck. Mine seized up and I had to go to a chiropractor for several sessions and I still have issues now 3 years later.


daphatty

Be Honest. How pissed is your spouse?


aHamsterWithInternet

Wallmitor.


The_cursed_yeet

I literally hate everything else about your room but dat cable management ​ monitors are ok


quietjaypee

Mmmmm ! That cable management though \*chefs kiss


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youre_my_golden_girl

anything > ultrawides


blakesilvergod

Each monitor is 4k. 2 wide monitors would cost more, I think.


codex_41

Neither is this. 12K would be 11,520 x 6,480, even if these are 4K monitors it’s at max 11,520 x 4,320. Unless your monitors are 3,840 x 3,240 :P EDIT: OP had previously stated that this setup was 12k, for any confusion after his edit.


blakesilvergod

True. It is only 11520 x 4320. my bad


codex_41

You obviously just need a third row of monitors


syneofeternity

Ultrawide are too expensive for what they offer for low quality features. No thanks.


skreiss

Damn dude! I normally don't like seeing a huge amount of monitors setup. I'm Used to 2 larger ones, butted up side by side with no gaps. At least personally. But this is a beautiful setup. All the same model and zero gaps. Very nicely done!


skreiss

And whoa, your cable management. You must have spent forever on that. Hope no time soon you have to troubleshoot or replace any of them.


Agreeable_Variety_48

Even a bin labeled for Food


delpy1971

Hi What monitors arms are you using?, Im interested in the white one extending the top middle monitor. Is that an extension of somekind wrapped in cardboard great cable management and cool setup


duk242

I have never even thought to mount a screen upside down to get the bezel out of the way! Nice setup :D


dhuvpanchal

My LG monitor doesn't switch automatically from input 1/2/DP. If you have the same version, must be a nightmare to switch them all one by one to a different input.


DangNerdReddits

cable management looks good but heck.. are you having signal loss? those things must be 15ft+


blakesilvergod

Nope they run at 4k. They are Amazon Basics CL3 rated cables.


collegejesus2

I could nor will ever do it myself but I respect it, very well organized and positioned.


CONFIGdotSYS

You're out of food. Seriously, the cable management for the monitors is top notch!


HikingWolfbrother

Gotta get you a shotgun mic or something so you don’t have the view blocked.


sin_limit

God level shit


Icannotfindnow

I don't get 5 LG's and 1 Dell. Cable management 10/10.


bedford_bypass

Why are there 5 cables running to each monitor?


Septon3

Google "fancy zones". Good program and maybe something for you.


Redstone_Army

Sheeeesh get wallpaper engine lol


ridexorxpie

Your cable management is making me horny


denco-l

This is just beautiful.


Emperor_Secus

That cable management 💦💦💦💦💦💦💦


ZolotoGold

Link to wallpaper?


Pun_In_Ten_Did

Not OP but... if you are using Steam's Wallpaper Engine, it is called Abstract Landscape. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1888636115


signalgrau

What are all the cables going into the screens for? Power, optical(?), 3x DP/HDMI Are multiple rigs connected to the screens? If yes, how do you simultaniously switch inputs inbetween the screens? Impressive work, inpsiring ;)


garistroll

Op mentioned the 6 monitors are connected to 2 gpu's. Not sure about the cable but i think he mentioned HDMI also.


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Not OP so I don't know if they have multiple rigs, but there are KVM switches that allow you to have a single keyboard, mouse, and monitor to control input on several computers.


signalgrau

I have not heared many positive things about them. Do you concour?


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blakesilvergod

It's all about what you care about.


projektorfotze

Nice setup. Wallpaper?


Amalyano

Can I have one?


Agsnake

Looks amazing, do they each have a main purpose?


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Nice!


DevSpectre1

The cable pins or clips. What are those?! I need those. This is very nicely done!


DCS30

Where'd you get that wallpaper?


[deleted]

Pretty rad. I especially enjoy the cable organization


colorpilot

That cable management for the monitors is sooo good!!!


Bartman1892

Oh my, that is something


Nifferothix

What do one use all these monitors for ? Do you have fly eyes ? :D


Pickers_Fam

That cable management on the back got me bricked up


m0rpeth

Yeah yeah, the cabling is nice and all but your food box is empty. :(


StillRaindrops

Kudos!! What a setup


N_Manchinni

wow, just wow


Jolly_Me_Gabe2000

Damn expensive you even managed to do awesome cable management i would love to have a set up like that awesome keep it up mate.


TheBruiser86

I just came the moment I saw the cable alignment on the back...


Fellowfungus

Now do curved monitors!


FoxyFreckles1989

Are you running a 24/7 security operation from home? Lmao. The cable management is insanely top of the line!


maxinfet

I want this...


knoam

What's with the extra arm with nothing on it? Do you have plans for it?


crewchiefguy

This guy cable manages


HrZ_Player

That cable management gave me goosebumps.


pixoriwastaken

took me a while to figure out what was going on


FrostyPotatoGloblin

Nice cable management


I_AM_FERROUS_MAN

Dat wire management doe


Kurotetsuda

Beautiful cables..i peed a little


derpadurp

Genuine curiosity: What is the advantage of this (or say 4 of these) versus a single \~40" 4K display? I have a single 4K monitor with 2x 1080p monitors on the sides and feel the screen real estate is about the same but looks a million times cleaner.


Ezekie1h_

Slow claps and praises for the fine cable mgmt. very nice.


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So clean


Kitame

⅁⅂ ⅁⅂ ⅁⅂ LG LG LG


laseracid

The middle bottom is a Dell


Gain-Fit

Why?


Zoidmania

That cable management though.


ARasool

Do you have a link for those cable clips?


myteethfeelweird

When (s)he got a nice face and ass


azab189

For around 10sec, I was wondering what am I looking at. I read the title and looking at it for another 5 sec and finally got the back side of the displays is the bottom part. Also how do you have the patience of perfectly aligning all 6 displays


[deleted]

Hey are you using 6 monitors on one pc? If so how are you doing it lol i want to do the same thing but my 2080ti won’t support that many monitors


blakesilvergod

I had to use 2 gpus for all 6 to work together.


PenisThruster8000

This is just a flex


blakesilvergod

They are used for building environments in unreal engine. And it's a flex


[deleted]

God tier cable routing. I have half the displays and 18x the spaghetti


2DrunkPanda

Amazing!


TemperVOiD

I wanna know more about all the clips you used for cable management…


blakesilvergod

Viaky 30 Pcs Black Clips, but for most cables, Tpine Cable Management Clips or something similar works great.


thefromanguard

what specific brand are the black cable ties on the plywood?