Time to get creative 📷 🎙️ — The Edit
Spring has this effect where you suddenly want to make something. This week's picks are organized around that feeling — three setups, depending on what you're trying to build.
The Home Studio
If you've been thinking about recording music, podcasting, or producing at home, everything you need is on sale this week at Musique RedOne, a Montreal-based music retailer.
The Blue Yeti Pro is the rare USB mic that sounds great. It also runs XLR if you want to set it up as a proper mic. The Native Instruments Komplete Audio 1 is the interface I actually use: two inputs, phantom power, clean preamps, works with everything. The Novation Launchkey 25 MK2 is a fun tool if you're getting into production — 25 keys, RGB pads, integrates directly with Ableton. Combine it with the modest iLoud Micro Monitors for a nice setup.
- Blue Yeti Pro — CA$169 (was CA$312.99, save $144)
- Native Instruments Komplete Audio 1 — CA$95 (was CA$119, save $24)
- Novation Launchkey 25 MK2 — CA$159 (was CA$209, save $50)
- IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitors (Pair) — CA$349.99 (was CA$489.99, save $140) — 1 pair left, ends April 2
Great deal for a solid starter kit.
The Video and Photo Setup
Fujifilm X-T4 with 16-80mm f4.0 — $2,499.99 (was $2,969.99, save $470)
McBain Camera in Edmonton has the X-T4 kit at clearout pricing. The X-T4 is an incredible package — 26.1MP, in-body stabilization, 4K video, and Fuji's film simulations are useful in a way that isn't a gimmick. The 16-80mm lens is great to get you started. Clearout means limited stock, no guarantee on timing.
Panasonic Lumix S1R (Body Only) — $2,699.99 (was $4,699.99, save $2,000)
For the serious photographers. The S1R is a 47MP full-frame mirrorless body — clearance, limited stock, new in box. Two thousand dollars off a full-frame body is not a regular occurrence.
Sony ECM-W3 Dual-Channel Wireless Mic — $349.99 (was $629.99, save $280)
Pair it with a camera or a phone. The ECM-W3 is a dual-channel wireless system — two transmitters, one receiver, 30-hour battery life. The dual-channel part matters: you can mic two people without any extra gear. Really great discount.
The DIY Maker
Creality K1 Speedy 3D Printer — CA$459 (was CA$799, save $340)
If making something is literal for you. Creality's spring sale has the K1 Speedy at $340 off — 600mm/s print speed, auto-leveling, free shipping. The 3D printer market has moved fast and the K1 is a capable machine at this price. Comes with the PEI Build Plate Kit thrown in for free.
Lee Valley — Extra 25% off clearance items.
Lee Valley is the Canadian woodworking and tool retailer with a genuine cult following — clearance at an extra 25% off is worth a browse if you're a maker of the physical kind.
Also Worth a Look
- Sporting Life — Up to 50% off apparel, footwear, and equipment, including Polo Ralph Lauren, Barbour, and Levi's. Ends April 1. Shop →
- Northern Fitness — Spring clearance on home gym equipment up to 47% off. Kettlebells, dumbbells, benches, racks. Canadian warehouse, ships nationwide. Shop →
- Pet Valu — 15% off select pet food this week, ends April 1. Shop →
- Canada Computers — Up to 40% off components, laptops, and peripherals through April 9. If you need a monitor or drive to round out a new setup. Shop →
- Keychron Canada — Up to 20% off keyboards through March 31. The K and Q series if you write or code as your craft. Shop →
That's the Note. See you Monday.
