The Next Layer
Welcome to The Next Layer, your go-to destination for all things 3D printing and "maker"! We are a community of enthusiasts who are passionate about creating and sharing our knowledge with others.
If you're a maker, tinkerer, or just someone who's interested in the latest 3D printing technology and trends, then you've come to the right place. Our channel features a wide range of content, from in-depth tutorials and reviews to behind-the-scenes looks at our own projects.
We strive to create high-quality and informative content that is accessible to all. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a complete beginner, we believe that anyone can learn something new from our videos.
If you want to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in 3D printing and maker hobbies, learn new skills, and be a part of a community of like-minded individuals, then this is the channel for you.
The Next Layer
Which slicer do you PREFER?
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Today's video is probably one of the most educational ones EVER! Go watch it! :)
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Greetings from Shenzhen, filafam!
TBH, I don't have much content I can share with you guys from China (yet). I've spent the majority of my trip so far encouraging (badgering) various 3D printer companies to do what's best for all of YOU.
This includes:
• Deeper support for OrcaSlicer, including printer management. We don't want proprietary slicers or forks!
• More and better profiles AT LAUNCH - Not 6 months later!
• Openly EMBRACING designers who are developing upgrades for their printers, from independent designers like @nadir3D to big companies like @bigtreetech
• Adopt ONE, universal RFID standard for filament recognition!
• Making printers "future proof" in a way that empowers users to experiment with more advanced materials safely and successfully
• Moving beyond cheap, wasteful MMU systems and rushing to adopt new ideas like BondTech INDX.
In other words... I've got your backs!
Drop a comment below and let me know what else YOU want in 2026. I'll pass it along.
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SURPRISE! I’m heading back to China today! 🇨🇳
What do you guys want me to investigate, film, and report back on?
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Our next video just dropped ***5 DAYS EARLY*** to ASA YouTube Members (Going live for ASA/NYLON/PEEK Patrons in a few minutes here, too).
That's a record for us getting videos done in advance 🤣
Enjoy!
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LFG!!!!
I KNOW you guys care a lot about recycling your 3D printer waste, so check this out, join the community, get involved, and let’s make an impact!!!
Please consider donating to an important open source cause!
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OOPS! We forgot to hit “public” on our latest T-shirt design. But it’s fixed now. Only 500 units available - or until the YouTube content moderation gives me a warning… whichever comes first!
shop.thenextlayer.com/products/fck-ptg-t-shirt
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Filafam! Yesterday, we celebrated 3 YEARS since our first video upload! 🎉
Here are some stats on we’ve achieved together (on the main channel alone):
• 27.2 MILLION Views
• 2.7 MILLION Watch hours
• 217,200 Subscribers
• 128 Long-Form Videos (+5 Members-Only Ones)
• 178 YouTube Shorts
• 68 Podcast Episodes
• 28 Livestreams
• 3 Full Time Team Members
• 1 Fully kitted out studio
• Relationships with all but 3 of the major industry players 🥺
• A few very salty haters 🤣
We couldn’t have done ANY of this without YOU guys… so THANK YOU! 🙏🏻
The best is yet to come. So we’d love to know… What do you wish for in the NEXT 3 years of TNL? 🤞🏼
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Wow! I DID NOT expect today’s video to do as well as it is! I’m SO glad you guys care as much about filament recycling as I do!
https://youtu.be/tMexAgaemAM
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Whoa. Bambu and Prusa BOTH teased new tool changers in the span of a few hours today. Here's the timeline:
-SnapMaker: stuns the market with a $749 toolchanger
-Bambu: IMMEDIATELY goes on the offensive, switching 180° from insane levels of secrecy to "check out our next next product, a toolchanger, coming in Q4"
-Prusa: steals their thunder, teasing their own toolchanger for the Core ONE
Which are you MOST excited about?
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