equipment

“On this page you will find products and gear we use for our online businesses. From podcast microphones to computers to accessories, we cover it all.

Having the right equipment to run your business is key because you can’t afford downtime or poor performing gear when starting out. You need reliable products that perform time and time again so you can focus on business rather than replacing faulty products!” 

Ellipse 1 Products

Yoga Mat with Strap Double-Sided 
If you’re into yoga, then a good mat is key. I love this ones great because it’s a nice thickness and is non-slip so I can do all the moves with confidence – Emily
Logitech C922 Pro Stream Webcam  

A good webcams key for video calls and we found this one great value because it wasn’t too expensive but we got features like in-built mic and HD video. Clips nicely to the top of our PC screen or laptop – Emily

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Sony ZX Series Wired On-Ear Headphones 
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Bose QuietComfort 35 II Wireless Bluetooth Headphones 

So, we’ve got two options here. The Sony one is a budget option but good for podcasting etc. We've got the Bose ones for quality music listening, so choose your application and budget – Blair

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Logitech MK270 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo 
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Logitech MK345 Wireless Combo Full-Sized Keyboard with Palm Rest  

Emily runs the MK270 and I use the MK345 so we’ve shown both options here. We’ve always used Logitech keyboards and both of these work great for the price – Blair

SUDOTACK Studio Cardioid Condenser Mic Kit

A good mic set up is key if you’re planning on doing podcasting. We like the Sudotack combo because it had everything as a set so we just plugged and played this one and it's definitely improved our podcasting quality from our earlier episodes which were done with a cheap mic – Blair

MAONO AU-A04H Vocal Condenser Cardioid Podcast Mic
If you want a more condensed version then here it is: this bundle will give you a great foundation to get started with stuff like podcasting, streaming, and/or creating YouTube videos – Blair

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Bose Companion 2 Series III Multimedia Speakers

Speakers are important, especially if you’re planning on listening to music so you may wish to opt for superior sound like the Bose offers – Emily

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AFROG Multifunctional LED Desk Lamp   

Sometimes the office lighting is too strong so we bought this lamp for those evening work sessions when lower lighting is better. This design is great because it combines a charging pad in the base – Blair

LORYERGO Dual Monitor Stand Riser
This monitor stand is genius because not only is it adjustable, but it serves as a desk organiser and screen stand in one. We hate clutter and this stand was the perfect result for us to keep the desk clear and things nice and tidy. – Emily
Hamilton Beach Personal Blender
I love being able to make a shake and take it with me. This blender and travel cup combo is what I use to give me that flexibility when I’m on the run. – Emily
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AmazonCommercial Ergonomic Executive Chair
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SIHOO Office Chair Ergonomic Office Chair

When it comes to selecting a chair, be sure not to scrimp and save because, just like a mattress, it needs to be comfortable. These two chairs give a different style but with some good adjustment options to customise the chair to your position.

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CubiCubi Modern L-Shaped Desk
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FEZIBO Dual Motor Adjustable Standing Desk

The CubiCubi is great if you’ve got a corner to use it in, but we also wanted to include an adjustable option here because when you spend a lot of time on the computer, you really need the option to do some work whilst standing. The Fezibo desk gives you the best of both worlds with electric height adjustment from sitting to standing – Blair

Ello Syndicate Glass Water Bottle
The Ello glass bottle is the eco friendly way to ensure you get water throughout the day no matter where you are. I liked the button flip lid and its ease to keep clean with the glass body. – Emily
YETI Rambler 20 oz Tumbler

I like to drink coffee in the car and the Yeti cup is perfect for this. It's rugged and insulated to keep my coffee hot. Mine ends up rolling around the car but still looks and performs like its new. – Blair

SAMSUNG LC24F396FHNXZA 23.5″ Curved Monitor

I’ve always been a Samsung screen and TV man and this bad boy is awesome when bought as a two screen set up. Both curve around you for the perfect field of viewing. Dual screening is the way to go! – Blair

Canon PIXMA TR4527 Wireless Printer
There’s a lot of printer options out there and we went with Canon because we’ve had them in the past and they’ve been reliable. This printer is easy to set up and does everything we need in a home office. – Emily
Acer Aspire TC-895-UA91 Desktop
When choosing a PC you need to spend a little to ensure you’re getting one with enough grunt to cater for the requests of your online business. This Acer is a good mid range option which we liked as its quick enough for what we need without costing a lot. – Blair
Acer Aspire TC-391-UR12 Desktop
Another fast model by Acer. This is also considered a mid-ange option which gives you 12 gigs of memory which is great when running an online business – Blair
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2020 Apple MacBook Air Laptop
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Dell XPS 13 (9310), 13.4- inch FHD+ Touch Laptop

Here’s where we split! Emily's an Apply girl and I’m a Dell guy when it comes to laptops. Both have great features and it's probably a personal choice to what operating system you like. The key thing is that both are fast, light and thin because when we travel we need the grunt without the weight.- Blair

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Daily Planner Notepad
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Aesthetic Weekly Planner

Whether daily or weekly, a planner is great – write on it, stick it to the wall and follow it. Make those goals visible and real. We use these every week to keep our plans on track. – Emily

SOULWIT Cable Holder Clips

I hate cables being messy and these little gadgets work a treat in keeping them all tidy behind the PC. Definitely a good option if you’re a little obsessed with tidy cables like me! – Blair

Leather Desk Pad Protector
These mats transformed our work desks as they add a splash of colour and some padding to the surface. Blair also regularly tests out the waterproofing with coffee spills! – Emily

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