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TheSkuxxedOne
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Hi. I'm not really an expert in these sorts of videos but I'll do my best.
1. Banner/logo
This can be a little subjective but I reckon you should add a bit more to your banner in terms of pattern. The information you provide could be enhanced on to emphasize the fact you do audiobooks as well not just covers. You should work with it a lot more. Add flavour. You logo, is very subjective, so I'm not too sure about this one. Have you thought about a logo for your channel?
2. Thumbnail/s
You should take inspiration from other artists. Not ppl like Lady Gaga, well you can, but people who have just a bit more than you, subscriber wise. They often will put themselves on the cover in an artistic format. You could try adopting to that. Otherwise there's nothing essentially wrong with it at all, but if you want to attract more people you need some sort of impact. Just my opinion.
3. Audio
You audio quality has seen some significant improvement from your 2nd to your 3rd vid. There's a lot of pop-filtering in your 2nd one but next to none in the 3rd. But there is some peaking in your latest video. Eg. 2:48 of your latest vid. They are very small but in the music industry is a pretty big deal. Otherwise, very nice audio quality.
4. Video/s (concept,editing,etc)
You have a music channel so audio is everything here really. But do you plan on making actual music videos? To get out there, you may need to. Otherwise you could add lyrics to the video or description. Or a simple outro and intro.
5. Summary
I can see that have a music talent and a great voice that goes well with your videos. Keep pushing into different endeavours, like your audiobooks, and expand your music covers. Good luck! And review mine if you have the time.
Mithril
YTtalk Mad
Is it weird that I don't want to show my face? Not that I'm shy or anything, it's just that I feel like an unprofessional video will be worse than no video at all. Do you have any thoughts on that?
HDCommentary
Member
Hello there TheSkuxxedOne!
I am eager to hear what you think about my channel. I dream about going full-time as a Youtuber so that would mean a lot to me. Let me give your channel a shot first.
TheSkuxxedOne Channel Review
1. Banner/Logo
I must admit that you have done this brilliantly. The banner is a beautiful thing and together with that channel trailer song it gives me that feeling in my stomach. For logo: Come up with something that is new, which represents YOUR brand. As a youtube channel you have a brand to promote and therefore getting your own custom Logo will remind people about your channel once they see it.
2. Thumbnail/s
They are awesome. I wish I knew how to make such awesome thumbnails because they look very professional. Great art work and very readable texts. 10/10
3. Audio
Your microphone sounds clear but is missing some highs. This could be fixed with the equalizer in audacity (I have a guide on my channel if you're interested). Your commentary sounds very clear and - for some reason - epic. The way you talk in your titan guide is just awesome and the sound behind it makes it even more awesome. Good choices of audio. You do say 'f**k' somewhat often. I like it, but I know people that hate it when people curse in their commentary. I wouldn't get rid of it though.
4. Video
Once again looking at your Titan Guide from recently, the editing is very professional. It seems like you have really taken your time to create it, by switching shots pretty frequently and footage for everything that you are talking about. Good quality, clean and smooth. Looks like I am playing it on my screen when watching it.
5. Summary
I am impressed. A surprisingly good channel for someone who only has 8 videos. Mastering audio, video and commentary definitely shows in the quality of your video. If you start doing proper promotion on popular websites (like reddit) it will show in views. Be careful with that avatar outro though, because that is copyrighted and might cause problems later on. Get your own sounds or download loyalty free music. If I were to grade your channel, it would be a 9 out of 10. If you were to have a bit better microphone quality, it would've been a 10. You'll get there!
//HDCommentary
I am eager to hear what you think about my channel. I dream about going full-time as a Youtuber so that would mean a lot to me. Let me give your channel a shot first.
TheSkuxxedOne Channel Review
1. Banner/Logo
I must admit that you have done this brilliantly. The banner is a beautiful thing and together with that channel trailer song it gives me that feeling in my stomach. For logo: Come up with something that is new, which represents YOUR brand. As a youtube channel you have a brand to promote and therefore getting your own custom Logo will remind people about your channel once they see it.
2. Thumbnail/s
They are awesome. I wish I knew how to make such awesome thumbnails because they look very professional. Great art work and very readable texts. 10/10
3. Audio
Your microphone sounds clear but is missing some highs. This could be fixed with the equalizer in audacity (I have a guide on my channel if you're interested). Your commentary sounds very clear and - for some reason - epic. The way you talk in your titan guide is just awesome and the sound behind it makes it even more awesome. Good choices of audio. You do say 'f**k' somewhat often. I like it, but I know people that hate it when people curse in their commentary. I wouldn't get rid of it though.
4. Video
Once again looking at your Titan Guide from recently, the editing is very professional. It seems like you have really taken your time to create it, by switching shots pretty frequently and footage for everything that you are talking about. Good quality, clean and smooth. Looks like I am playing it on my screen when watching it.
5. Summary
I am impressed. A surprisingly good channel for someone who only has 8 videos. Mastering audio, video and commentary definitely shows in the quality of your video. If you start doing proper promotion on popular websites (like reddit) it will show in views. Be careful with that avatar outro though, because that is copyrighted and might cause problems later on. Get your own sounds or download loyalty free music. If I were to grade your channel, it would be a 9 out of 10. If you were to have a bit better microphone quality, it would've been a 10. You'll get there!
//HDCommentary
TheSkuxxedOne
Active Member
No that isn't wierd at all! The great thing about YouTube is the anonymity of it all. I don't even plan on showing my face until I get a million subs or something, HA! I guess in your case, research other moderately successful videos/channels that don't show their face. Some place dynamic themes, simple graphics/pictures those audio things that go up and down with the sound of the music (the name escapes me), just something to engage the audience. It is your decision whether you want to show your face or not. There's just a fine line between serious you want to be as a you tuber with these sorts of things.
Pixel Playground
I've Got It
Wow you have a ton of reviews to do. If you happen to get a chance, could you review mine too? Thanks! 
TheSkuxxedOne
Active Member
1. Banner/logoReview Me
I like your take on a banner. Quite unique, and it does fit your channel since you do war mod stuff on minecraft. You can probably add more detail to it and it could look even better if you implement Minecraft into it somehow. What program did you use anyway? Your logo tho, could use a little work. The Jet art looks ok for a banner but for a logo, it requires more detail. You could also add a more coloured background, perhaps towards minecraft?
2. Thumbnail/s
This is something you need to work on. There are large black spaces on the sides, and the thumbnail itself isn't all that interesting in my opinion. Why not create your own custom thumbnail that relate to the video? But make sure they relate to the video + aspect ratio is correct.
3. Audio
It is not essentially bad. But I believe you need to speak a bit more clearly, because I can hear/understand most of the time but cannot quite understand what you're saying. There appears to be some static and some pop-filtering so I suggest you invest in a more appropriate microphone.
4. Video/s (concept,editing,etc)
Not bad, but you do need some more work editing your outro. Try finding a picture of a like/subscribe button rather than a hand-drawn one. Keep the banner but expand it so it fits the whole screen and keep the credits.
5. Summary
The chaotic nature of your videos can appeal to a lot of people and has potential. Just keep working at it, good luck and review my channel if you can.[DOUBLEPOST=1395622715,1395621106][/DOUBLEPOST]
1. Banner/logoPlease can you review my channel, and I know the lighting is bad, its because its always dark when I film but it's getting lighter all the time now
Your banner is awesome! Just increase the size of the 'new videos every week' blurb and your good.
2. Thumbnail/s
This is really about choice. You can choose to use a logo relating to tea like the one in the banner or go with your profile picture. Either way is good. It depends on who want to cater to. (no pun intended
)3. Audio
Honestly according to your latest video, your lighting is not that much of a problem. Neither is your audio quality. But I believe the way you project your voice does need a little work. Not that I can't hear you, not even because you have no emotion. It's just that I think you can add even more emotion to it. But this takes time. I mean take a look at my vids. And (for your latest video anyway) the music is louder than your voice over. Tone it down or raise your voice.
4. Video/s (concept,editing,etc)
I like you're video editing. You use various cuts that keep the flow of the video. Not much wrong here really. But you could add an intro or outro as well so you can drive more traffic and introduce yourself. Nothing major. Even a simple link/logo to social media is enough. As for the intro, that's your choice.
5. Summary
I like the carefree nature of your vids. Just keep evolving to meet the standards that other vloggers/youtubers make and good luck! And review mine if you can.[DOUBLEPOST=1395622878][/DOUBLEPOST]
I'm sorry but can you specify which channel would you like me to review?[DOUBLEPOST=1395633532][/DOUBLEPOST]I'm always looking for some feedback
1. Banner/logo
I freaking love your logo. It's unique and works well with your banner which is equally easy on the eyes. The only gripe I could possibly have with it is that the 'designed by' blurb is a little big for my taste. As well as the colour red for the letters in your logo should be a little bit more brighter red, as it disguishes the letters more. Just my opinion. 9/10
2. Thumbnail/s
It's simple, informative with a touch of epicness. I like it. If anything, try to increase the size font of the text/number, because it's sometimes difficult to read without leaning into the screen.
3. Audio
Audio is of a high caliber too. A little bit of peaking here and there but nothing that can't be rectified by a little bit of audio editing with audacity. Good job.
4. Video/s (concept,editing,etc)
There's not much editing going on, which I assume would conflict with your daily uploads but it couldn't hurt to include an outro. Perhaps a simple link to fb/twitter/next vid or whatever. I assume as a let's player there are sometimes alot of downtime where you're navigating thru menus. If you were to edit these out, that would go a long way.
5. Summary
A lot of let's players go on and on and on about random crap, these days, that don't relate to the game whatsoever, as well as exaggerate some things. So it's refreshing to see someone who comments on the actual game. That, and I'm a little biased towards Spyro
. Consider yourself subscribed. And take a look at my channel if you can.[DOUBLEPOST=1395634474][/DOUBLEPOST]
1. Banner/logoPls rewiev
Your banner is good. Very sleek, but it doesn't make it that obvious that you do on-board views of a car. I understand that for cosmetic purposes it probably wouldn't look very good but it would show new viewers exactly what you do without seeing the actual videos. Your logo on the other hand needs some work. It is way too minimalistic, and does not convey any information whatsoever, and does not distinguish your channel as any different to another guys racing channel.
2. Thumbnail/s
These don't need any changing. It conveys exactly what it sets out to do. If anything, you can put more effort into pinpointing the best moments of the clip and using that as the thumbnail.
3. Audio
Excellent. There's not much talking done here, but the sounds are genuinely high quality.
4. Video/s (concept,editing,etc)
I noticed you place a still pic of a car, explaining somethings before starting the video sometimes. I suggest you avoid doing this and instead convey any info in the description. People only want to see the action. Otherwise, good.
5. Summary
This is a fairly unique idea, integrated into one package. Well done. Some clever advertising and you're good to go.[DOUBLEPOST=1395636520][/DOUBLEPOST]
Hi thanks for the review! Yeah I suppose the logo is a little uninformative, I'm not sure what to change it to just yet though. Right now, I'm just practising, so I can get better I what I do later on.
My microphone has been up and down these days (snowball) and yeah the music thing does concern me a little bit but if you credit the author and encourage purchasing their products do you not have a little le-way? And I haven't thought about promoting my stuff on Reddit...do you think we can pm seperately about this topic? Anyway here's yours.
1. Banner/logo
Your logo is very minimalistic and that isn't a bad thing. But it doesn't quite convey that you do anything related to gaming in particular. Just my taste. As for your banner it's pretty good at capturing the audience's attention but, in my opinion, it is a little outdated, especially the grey background, in my opinion. There's a lot more stuff to work with these days, so get out there and go for it!
2. Thumbnail/s
Once again, a little minimalistic, which once again isn't exactly bad but I noticed you use the same colour/font for the text in your thumbnails. I think you're thumbnails would look a lot better if you tried experimenting with different fonts/sizes/orientations, hell you can even use my channel for some inspiration
3. Audio
This is where your channel really shines. You're audio quality is exceptional, going by your latest video. What microphone do you use? And I'll be sure to take up your advice on the equalizer thing. The music you use is also good and compliments your voice but not so much the actual game footage sometimes. Idk, this can be very subjective.
4. Video/s (concept,editing,etc)
You're videos are a little similar to mine except for the very different games/presentation. Perhaps you can include stats for certain attacks? (L.O.L). You're outros/intros are great especially the outros, quick and too the point but why not add some social/video links to the mix? Otherwise the editing is quite good. You present clips that relate to exactly what you're saying and that is fantastic. Great work.
5. Summary
I can see you've been at this for a while, and frankly a lot more experienced than I am, But I see that, as a result you have put a lot of effort into each video with a very professional set of scripts that give the audience exactly what they want to hear. I hope you would consider any further discussion with me about audio, etc. Thanks again![DOUBLEPOST=1395638113][/DOUBLEPOST]
1. Banner/logoWow you have a ton of reviews to do. If you happen to get a chance, could you review mine too? Thanks!
I love your banner, it doesn't exactly convey what you do exactly but who cares? I mean have you seen mine? But I am a little disappointed by your logo. It is next to impossible to read the what's actually said in the logo, unless I'm on your homepage and where's the lego?
Try implement that into it or add more emphasis to the text. 2. Thumbnail/s
Thumbnails are generally good but the the spiral effect is a little bit overused for my taste. Sometimes the actual game premise is just lost in it.
3. Audio
The audio is pretty good, if anything a little echoey. I think you are only limited by the microphone you use. Do you share ONE microphone between you 2? If you do, you can greatly improve your audio quality by investing in separate microphones, because I in my opinion, you guys sound a little bit too far away from the microphone for my taste. If not, then perhaps invest in better microphones/audio editing techniques.
4. Video/s (concept,editing,etc)
Nothing bad at all here except for the spiral pattern that you use as a backdrop. In my opinion, I find this extremely distracting and I can't seem to watch for a long time without feeling a little dizzy. Idk, maybe it's just me, but I strongly suggest you try a more minimalistic background. You could also add more to your outro with social/video links etc.
5. Summary
Overall a great first attempt. I enjoy the banter you too get up too and the games that you play, and I believe people can really enjoy your stuff. There are just a few things holding you back in my opinion. Good luck, and review my channel if you can.
ScrimpyData
Experienced Belgian - Not made of fries...
I'd like to have a review of my main channel (ScrimpyDataGameplays) please1. Banner/logo
I like your take on a banner. Quite unique, and it does fit your channel since you do war mod stuff on minecraft. You can probably add more detail to it and it could look even better if you implement Minecraft into it somehow. What program did you use anyway? Your logo tho, could use a little work. The Jet art looks ok for a banner but for a logo, it requires more detail. You could also add a more coloured background, perhaps towards minecraft?
2. Thumbnail/s
This is something you need to work on. There are large black spaces on the sides, and the thumbnail itself isn't all that interesting in my opinion. Why not create your own custom thumbnail that relate to the video? But make sure they relate to the video + aspect ratio is correct.
3. Audio
It is not essentially bad. But I believe you need to speak a bit more clearly, because I can hear/understand most of the time but cannot quite understand what you're saying. There appears to be some static and some pop-filtering so I suggest you invest in a more appropriate microphone.
4. Video/s (concept,editing,etc)
Not bad, but you do need some more work editing your outro. Try finding a picture of a like/subscribe button rather than a hand-drawn one. Keep the banner but expand it so it fits the whole screen and keep the credits.
5. Summary
The chaotic nature of your videos can appeal to a lot of people and has potential. Just keep working at it, good luck and review my channel if you can.[DOUBLEPOST=1395622715,1395621106][/DOUBLEPOST]
1. Banner/logo
Your banner is awesome! Just increase the size of the 'new videos every week' blurb and your good.
2. Thumbnail/s
This is really about choice. You can choose to use a logo relating to tea like the one in the banner or go with your profile picture. Either way is good. It depends on who want to cater to. (no pun intended
3. Audio
Honestly according to your latest video, your lighting is not that much of a problem. Neither is your audio quality. But I believe the way you project your voice does need a little work. Not that I can't hear you, not even because you have no emotion. It's just that I think you can add even more emotion to it. But this takes time. I mean take a look at my vids. And (for your latest video anyway) the music is louder than your voice over. Tone it down or raise your voice.
4. Video/s (concept,editing,etc)
I like you're video editing. You use various cuts that keep the flow of the video. Not much wrong here really. But you could add an intro or outro as well so you can drive more traffic and introduce yourself. Nothing major. Even a simple link/logo to social media is enough. As for the intro, that's your choice.
5. Summary
I like the carefree nature of your vids. Just keep evolving to meet the standards that other vloggers/youtubers make and good luck! And review mine if you can.[DOUBLEPOST=1395622878][/DOUBLEPOST]
I'm sorry but can you specify which channel would you like me to review?[DOUBLEPOST=1395633532][/DOUBLEPOST]
1. Banner/logo
I freaking love your logo. It's unique and works well with your banner which is equally easy on the eyes. The only gripe I could possibly have with it is that the 'designed by' blurb is a little big for my taste. As well as the colour red for the letters in your logo should be a little bit more brighter red, as it disguishes the letters more. Just my opinion. 9/10
2. Thumbnail/s
It's simple, informative with a touch of epicness. I like it. If anything, try to increase the size font of the text/number, because it's sometimes difficult to read without leaning into the screen.
3. Audio
Audio is of a high caliber too. A little bit of peaking here and there but nothing that can't be rectified by a little bit of audio editing with audacity. Good job.
4. Video/s (concept,editing,etc)
There's not much editing going on, which I assume would conflict with your daily uploads but it couldn't hurt to include an outro. Perhaps a simple link to fb/twitter/next vid or whatever. I assume as a let's player there are sometimes alot of downtime where you're navigating thru menus. If you were to edit these out, that would go a long way.
5. Summary
A lot of let's players go on and on and on about random crap, these days, that don't relate to the game whatsoever, as well as exaggerate some things. So it's refreshing to see someone who comments on the actual game. That, and I'm a little biased towards Spyro
1. Banner/logo
Your banner is good. Very sleek, but it doesn't make it that obvious that you do on-board views of a car. I understand that for cosmetic purposes it probably wouldn't look very good but it would show new viewers exactly what you do without seeing the actual videos. Your logo on the other hand needs some work. It is way too minimalistic, and does not convey any information whatsoever, and does not distinguish your channel as any different to another guys racing channel.
2. Thumbnail/s
These don't need any changing. It conveys exactly what it sets out to do. If anything, you can put more effort into pinpointing the best moments of the clip and using that as the thumbnail.
3. Audio
Excellent. There's not much talking done here, but the sounds are genuinely high quality.
4. Video/s (concept,editing,etc)
I noticed you place a still pic of a car, explaining somethings before starting the video sometimes. I suggest you avoid doing this and instead convey any info in the description. People only want to see the action. Otherwise, good.
5. Summary
This is a fairly unique idea, integrated into one package. Well done. Some clever advertising and you're good to go.[DOUBLEPOST=1395636520][/DOUBLEPOST]
Hi thanks for the review! Yeah I suppose the logo is a little uninformative, I'm not sure what to change it to just yet though. Right now, I'm just practising, so I can get better I what I do later on.
My microphone has been up and down these days (snowball) and yeah the music thing does concern me a little bit but if you credit the author and encourage purchasing their products do you not have a little le-way? And I haven't thought about promoting my stuff on Reddit...do you think we can pm seperately about this topic? Anyway here's yours.
1. Banner/logo
Your logo is very minimalistic and that isn't a bad thing. But it doesn't quite convey that you do anything related to gaming in particular. Just my taste. As for your banner it's pretty good at capturing the audience's attention but, in my opinion, it is a little outdated, especially the grey background, in my opinion. There's a lot more stuff to work with these days, so get out there and go for it!
2. Thumbnail/s
Once again, a little minimalistic, which once again isn't exactly bad but I noticed you use the same colour/font for the text in your thumbnails. I think you're thumbnails would look a lot better if you tried experimenting with different fonts/sizes/orientations, hell you can even use my channel for some inspiration
3. Audio
This is where your channel really shines. You're audio quality is exceptional, going by your latest video. What microphone do you use? And I'll be sure to take up your advice on the equalizer thing. The music you use is also good and compliments your voice but not so much the actual game footage sometimes. Idk, this can be very subjective.
4. Video/s (concept,editing,etc)
You're videos are a little similar to mine except for the very different games/presentation. Perhaps you can include stats for certain attacks? (L.O.L). You're outros/intros are great especially the outros, quick and too the point but why not add some social/video links to the mix? Otherwise the editing is quite good. You present clips that relate to exactly what you're saying and that is fantastic. Great work.
5. Summary
I can see you've been at this for a while, and frankly a lot more experienced than I am, But I see that, as a result you have put a lot of effort into each video with a very professional set of scripts that give the audience exactly what they want to hear. I hope you would consider any further discussion with me about audio, etc. Thanks again![DOUBLEPOST=1395638113][/DOUBLEPOST]
1. Banner/logo
I love your banner, it doesn't exactly convey what you do exactly but who cares? I mean have you seen mine? But I am a little disappointed by your logo. It is next to impossible to read the what's actually said in the logo, unless I'm on your homepage and where's the lego?
2. Thumbnail/s
Thumbnails are generally good but the the spiral effect is a little bit overused for my taste. Sometimes the actual game premise is just lost in it.
3. Audio
The audio is pretty good, if anything a little echoey. I think you are only limited by the microphone you use. Do you share ONE microphone between you 2? If you do, you can greatly improve your audio quality by investing in separate microphones, because I in my opinion, you guys sound a little bit too far away from the microphone for my taste. If not, then perhaps invest in better microphones/audio editing techniques.
4. Video/s (concept,editing,etc)
Nothing bad at all here except for the spiral pattern that you use as a backdrop. In my opinion, I find this extremely distracting and I can't seem to watch for a long time without feeling a little dizzy. Idk, maybe it's just me, but I strongly suggest you try a more minimalistic background. You could also add more to your outro with social/video links etc.
5. Summary
Overall a great first attempt. I enjoy the banter you too get up too and the games that you play, and I believe people can really enjoy your stuff. There are just a few things holding you back in my opinion. Good luck, and review my channel if you can.
Scotty_Gunning
The one that wears the cardigans
I would love a review if you have time