Crazy Amazing Designs

Recommended Gear

The gear I actually use.

Church tech is full of bad advice. These are the exact products I reach for — on installs, on consults, and in my own studio. Every link below is an Amazon affiliate link: it costs you nothing extra and it helps keep CAD free.

FTC Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate and B&H Photo affiliate, Crazy Amazing Designs earns from qualifying purchases. We only link gear we'd recommend with or without a kickback. Thank you for supporting our work to serve churches.

01

Category

Audio

Speakers, in-ear rigs, Dante adapters, and the cables you keep running out of.

QSC K12.2 Powered Loudspeaker (2000W)

Nathan's Pick

QSC K12.2 Powered Loudspeaker (2000W)

The active 12-inch powered box I spec for small-to-medium rooms. Clean, loud, reliable.

View on Amazon →

Dante AVIO 2-Channel Input Adapter

Also Great

Dante AVIO 2-Channel Input Adapter

Drop an analog source onto a Dante network in seconds. Every church running Dante needs a few of these.

View on Amazon →

FZONE In-Ear Monitor Amp

Budget Pick

FZONE In-Ear Monitor Amp

Stupid-simple headphone amp for volunteer in-ear rigs. Cheap enough to keep spares on the shelf.

View on Amazon →

Also in the closet · 8 more items +

02

Category

Video & Live Streaming

Cameras, capture, recorders, and the fiber that saves your Sunday.

Blackmagic HyperDeck Studio HD Mini

Nathan's Pick

Blackmagic HyperDeck Studio HD Mini

The record deck I reach for every time — rock-solid ISO recording, simple workflow, fits anywhere.

View on Amazon →

Canon CR-N500 Pro PTZ Camera (4K, 15x, 3G-SDI)

Also Great

Canon CR-N500 Pro PTZ Camera (4K, 15x, 3G-SDI)

The PTZ I recommend when budget allows. 4K, 3G-SDI output, smooth motion, beautiful image.

View on Amazon →

NEEWER 77" Tripod & Monopod

Budget Pick

NEEWER 77" Tripod & Monopod

Honest tripod that punches well above its price. Great utility piece to keep in every room.

View on Amazon →

Also in the closet · 14 more items +

03

Category

YouTube & Content Creation

The exact cameras, mics, and accessories I use to film every CAD tutorial.

DJI Osmo Action 6 Enhanced Combo

Nathan's Pick

DJI Osmo Action 6 Enhanced Combo

My main action cam for on-the-go b-roll and POV shots. Combo bundle is the one to buy.

View on Amazon →

DJI Mic 3 (2 TX + 1 RX + Case)

Also Great

DJI Mic 3 (2 TX + 1 RX + Case)

Dual-transmitter kit that just works. Clip it and forget it.

View on Amazon →

DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Smartphone Gimbal

Budget Pick

DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Smartphone Gimbal

If your phone is your camera, start here.

View on Amazon →

Also in the closet · 3 more items +

04

Category

Lighting

Controllers, strips, and the pieces I reach for on every lighting install.

Enttec ODE Mk3 (PoE, 2-Universe)

Nathan's Pick

Enttec ODE Mk3 (PoE, 2-Universe)

The most reliable small Art-Net → DMX node I've found. PoE is a game-changer.

View on Amazon →

Enttec Octo MK3 (32-Universe Pixel Controller)

Also Great

Enttec Octo MK3 (32-Universe Pixel Controller)

When you need real pixel horsepower — massive runs, fast refresh, rock stable.

View on Amazon →

BTF-LIGHTING WS2815 LED Strip (16.4ft)

Budget Pick

BTF-LIGHTING WS2815 LED Strip (16.4ft)

Dual-signal 12V pixel tape that keeps going when a pixel fails. My default for accent/floor wash.

View on Amazon →

Also in the closet · 5 more items +

05

Category

ProPresenter

Monitors, MIDI controllers, and the template library that powers every Sunday.

Dell 27" 4K Monitor (S2725QS)

Nathan's Pick

Dell 27" 4K Monitor (S2725QS)

Sharp 4K, honest colors, perfect as a ProPresenter operator or stage-confidence display.

View on Amazon →

ProPresenter Quick Start Template

Also Great $65.99

ProPresenter Quick Start Template

Nathan's own Quick Start Template — pre-built playlists, macros, looks, and themes ready for Sunday.

View Details →

Logitech R500s Wireless Presenter

Budget Pick

Logitech R500s Wireless Presenter

The only presenter remote I recommend without reservation. Buy two — the receiver is a USB dongle.

View on Amazon →

Also in the closet · 4 more items +

06

Category

Companion & Stream Deck

The button boxes that turn chaos into one-button workflows.

Elgato Stream Deck XL (32 Buttons)

Nathan's Pick

Elgato Stream Deck XL (32 Buttons)

The original 32-button beast. If your Sunday has more than 15 cues, this is the one.

View on Amazon →

Elgato Network Dock for Stream Deck

Budget Pick

Elgato Network Dock for Stream Deck

Puts your Stream Deck anywhere on the network — no long USB runs, no dropouts.

View on Amazon →

07

Category

Power & Distribution

Power strips, PowerCon, and the extension cords you'll thank yourself for buying.

LeZone 12-Outlet Power Strip (25ft Cord)

Nathan's Pick

LeZone 12-Outlet Power Strip (25ft Cord)

My go-to rack-and-roll power strip. 25-foot cord lives where you need it.

View on Amazon →

GE 6-Outlet Surge Protector (20ft, Flat Plug)

Also Great

GE 6-Outlet Surge Protector (20ft, Flat Plug)

Flat plug + 20-foot cord = the strip you run behind pianos and pulpits.

View on Amazon →

PowerCon Input-to-Output Extension Cable (12AWG, 3ft)

Budget Pick

PowerCon Input-to-Output Extension Cable (12AWG, 3ft)

Stubby PowerCon extensions are the unsung heroes of tidy racks.

View on Amazon →

Also in the closet · 2 more items +

08

Category

Backstage Essentials

The stuff on the shelf that makes the people backstage feel human.

Starbucks K-Cup Coffee Pods (96ct, Dark Roast)

Nathan's Pick

Starbucks K-Cup Coffee Pods (96ct, Dark Roast)

A full tech team runs on coffee. Buy the big box.

View on Amazon →

Sani-Hands Hand Sanitizer Wipes (100 Packets)

Also Great

Sani-Hands Hand Sanitizer Wipes (100 Packets)

Individually packed and shelf-stable. Drop a handful in every FOH drawer.

View on Amazon →

Floriogra Baby Noise-Protection Headphones

Budget Pick

Floriogra Baby Noise-Protection Headphones

Keep a pair by the soundbooth for staff kids during checks and rehearsals.

View on Amazon →

09

Category

Gear Closet

The everyday wins — cable management, adapters, and stuff you always wish you had spares of.

Armpow 12" Heavy-Duty Zip Ties (1000-Pack)

Nathan's Pick

Armpow 12" Heavy-Duty Zip Ties (1000-Pack)

You will use all 1000. Don't fight it.

View on Amazon →

Acer 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub (with Type-C Power)

Also Great

Acer 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub (with Type-C Power)

Cheap, reliable, and powered — the rare hub that doesn't get flaky.

View on Amazon →

uni USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

Budget Pick

uni USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

Lives in every laptop bag. When WiFi fails at a venue, you'll know why.

View on Amazon →

Also in the closet · 1 more item +

Not sure what to buy?

Ask before you spend.

Every situation is different. If you're sizing up a purchase and want a second opinion, ask Handi for free — or book a Zoom and we'll walk through your actual setup together.

Ask Handi Book a Training →