# We Should Have Done This YEARS Ago

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yeWzP5VfUNM
Recap page: https://rapidrecap.app/video/yeWzP5VfUNM
Generated: 2025-12-22T18:35:39.124+00:00

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## Quick Overview

The ShortCircuit channel moved to a temporary new studio space—a repurposed logistics department—which required significant construction, including framing a new wall, installing new lighting rigs with Aputure fixtures, and setting up three distinct sets (The Den, The Kitchen, and The Bar) to accommodate various filming needs while the main building undergoes renovation.

**Key Points:**
- The ShortCircuit team moved to a temporary set built inside what was previously the logistics department, requiring significant construction like framing a new wall (00:33).
- The new setup features three distinct areas: 'The Den' (03:24) for desk setups, 'The Kitchen' (08:48) for the main table/island, and 'The Bar' (08:49) which seems to be the area behind the main counter.
- New professional lighting was installed, including Aputure Accent B7c lights in an 8-light kit (00:01), Aputure Nova P300c and P600c soft panels overhead (07:09), and an Aputure Storm 80c point source light (07:41).
- The lighting system utilizes a modular, bendable setup with Aputure Infinibar PB12 and PB6 lights that can form custom shapes (06:38).
- Product unboxings featured the $69.99 Prismagic Series transparent screwdrivers (00:58) and several Teenage Engineering Bluetooth Speakers costing $250 each (10:18).
- The team is using a MotionGrey sit-stand desk (09:12) and controlling the numerous lights via the Aputure Sidus Link Pro app (08:36).
- The move was necessary because the main building structure required two years of work, meaning the temporary setup must last that long (01:48).

![Screenshot at 00:36: Linus shouts at a crew member named Elijah who is actively hammering wood framing for the new set partition, illustrating the construction phase required for the temporary studio.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/yeWzP5VfUNM/00-00-36.jpg)

**Context:** The video serves as a tour and explanation for the temporary relocation of the ShortCircuit YouTube channel's filming set. Due to extensive, years-long construction on their primary filming space, the team built a new, multi-functional set within an existing warehouse/logistics area. The hosts detail the setup process, the new lighting equipment used, and the different thematic areas created for variety in their upcoming videos.

## Detailed Analysis

The video documents the construction and setup of a temporary filming studio for ShortCircuit inside a former logistics department, necessitated by a two-year renovation of the main building. The construction involved framing a new dividing wall (00:33), installing professional lighting rigs, and setting up three distinct production areas: 'The Den' (03:24) featuring a custom green PC case and desk setup; 'The Kitchen' (08:48) with green cabinetry and a large island counter; and 'The Bar' (08:49) section. The lighting setup is significantly upgraded, featuring Aputure Accent B7c lights in an 8-light kit (00:01), overhead Aputure Nova P300c and P600c soft panels, and Aputure Storm 80c point source lights (07:41). The Nova lights boast a wide color temperature range (1.8K–20,000K CCT) and full RGB capabilities, controllable via the Sidus Link Pro app (08:36). The hosts also showed off some product unboxings, including new transparent-cased Prismagic screwdrivers priced at $69.99 (00:58) and Teenage Engineering wooden Bluetooth speakers, which cost $250 retail (10:18). During the tour, they highlighted that the new desk is a MotionGrey sit-stand model (09:12) and that the team is working hard to make the temporary space functional, even if it means storing old gear and equipment temporarily in the 'lounge' area (11:56).

### Studio Relocation & Construction

- The team built a temporary set inside the logistics department (00:33) after realizing the old setup was becoming permanent (00:20); construction included framing a new wall (00:33) and managing equipment movement (12:00).

### New Set Areas

- The new space features three main filming locations: The Den (03:24) with the primary desk, The Kitchen (08:48) featuring green cabinets and a central island, and The Bar (08:49) area.

### Lighting Overhaul

- New Aputure lighting was installed, including Accent B7c 8-light kits (00:01), Nova P300c/P600c soft panels (07:09), and Storm 80c point source lights (07:41), all controllable via the Sidus Link Pro app (08:36).

### Product Spotlights

- The video featured unboxings of Prismagic transparent screwdrivers ($69.99) (00:58) and Teenage Engineering wooden Bluetooth speakers ($250 each) (10:18).

### Sponsor Integration

- The sponsor, Boot.dev, offers a backend development course with a 25% discount using their code (13:36).

### Behind the Scenes

- The production required a full camera rig with a Fujinon Cabrio 19-90mm zoom lens rigged overhead (06:19) and involved the entire ECC squad in the build (13:52).

![Screenshot at 00:01: The host presents the Aputure Accent B7c 8-Light Kit box, introducing a key piece of the new lighting setup.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/yeWzP5VfUNM/00-00-01.jpg)
![Screenshot at 00:55: Four new transparent LTT screwdriver handles are shown in different colors \(Carbon Black, Plasma Purple, Cryo Teal, Molten Orange\) during the product reveal.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/yeWzP5VfUNM/00-00-55.jpg)
![Screenshot at 03:33: The new 'Frank' set area is revealed, featuring a large light wall constructed from frosted panels and warm ambient lighting.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/yeWzP5VfUNM/00-03-33.jpg)
![Screenshot at 08:22: Close-up on the red Aputure Sidus Link Pro controller, used to manage the array of new lights wirelessly via tablet.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/yeWzP5VfUNM/00-08-22.jpg)
![Screenshot at 11:11: A banner promotes the sponsor Floatplane, offering ad-free and exclusive content via a QR code and link.](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/yeWzP5VfUNM/00-11-11.jpg)
