{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"MacVoices #26135: NAB - SmallRig's Expanding Ecosystem Empowers Creators","description":"At NAB 2026, a conversation with Manny Moreno of SmallRig highlights the company\u2019s evolution from producing simple hardware like screws to becoming a major player in camera accessories, batteries, and lighting. Manny explains how creator feedback drives product innovation, enabling flexible, professional-grade rigs at affordable prices. He also &amp;nbsp;discusses advancements in tripod heads, V-mount batteries, and an affordable, compact lighting solution designed for a wide range of creators.&amp;nbsp;  Show Notes: Chapters: 0:03 Introduction and NAB context 0:14 SmallRig origins and early products 1:44 Growth with DSLR and mirrorless cameras 3:42 Expansion into broader product lines 4:02 Creator-driven design philosophy 5:16 Product quality and customer support 7:08 Tripod head and rig balancing features 9:46 V-mount battery innovations 11:44 Expansion into consumer gear and lighting 12:18 Compact lighting products and use cases 14:30 Custom design programs and creator collaboration 15:16 Wrap-up and contact information Links: SmallRig RF 20C 20W Pro Portrait Background Zoom Light, 5400Lux at 1m, 5 Colors, CRI 97+  https:\/\/www.smallrig.com\/rf-20c-portable-focusable-led-video-light.html?sku=5335 SmallRig Instagram Account: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/smallrig.us\/  Support: &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;http:\/\/patreon.com\/macvoices &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with&amp;nbsp;PayPal Connect: &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Web: &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;http:\/\/macvoices.com &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Twitter: &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/chuckjoiner  &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/macvoices &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Mastodon: &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;https:\/\/mastodon.cloud\/@chuckjoiner &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Facebook: &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/chuck.joiner &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;MacVoices Page on Facebook: &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/macvoices\/ &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;MacVoices Group on Facebook: &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/macvoice &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;LinkedIn: &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/chuckjoiner\/ &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Instagram: &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/chuckjoiner\/ Subscribe: &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Audio in iTunes &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Video in iTunes &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher: &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Audio: http:\/\/www.macvoices.com\/rss\/macvoicesrss  &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;Video: http:\/\/www.macvoices.com\/rss\/macvoicesvideorss ","author_name":"MacVoices","author_url":"http:\/\/macvoices.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/41148745\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/201551470"}