Approach

How do I capture the best sound possible on set? It’s not always easy. The key is to spend as much time listening for unwanted sound as I do listening for desirable sound. My goal is to make your life simple and carefree as it relates to your project’s audio needs. A big part of this is that I have an in-depth understanding of the entire audio pipeline and the best practices to make post-production run as smoothly as possible.

As you can see from the EXPERIENCE page, I have a very diverse background. The through-line is that I treat each opportunity, each person, and yes, each sound, with respect. Whether it’s an “A-lister”, a politician, an athlete, a corporate exec, or a person’s first time on set,….everyone deserves good sound!

Production Sound Mixing Equipment For On Location Recording

- Every shoot is different! My equipment is customized to meet the needs of your project.
- The reliability of professional equipment and expertise in production workflow removes audio concerns during and after your shoot.
- Specific items and rental rates available upon request. I own and maintain high-end professional equipment from the following manufactures:

Recorders / Mixers

**SOUND DEVICES** - Crystal-clear preamps with tons of headroom, rock-solid timecode, and all the routing options to accommodate the day-to-day changes of production work.
*Currently using -* ***788t (8 isolated channels), 633 (6 isolated channels), & MixPre10ii (10 isolated channels)***
**ZAXCOM** - Not just a recorder, not just a mixer, but an entire eco-system. Perhaps the most flexible tool ever built for production sound.
*Currently using -* ***Nova (16 isolated channels)***
**TASCAM** - Tried & true. A trusted brand over many decades.
*Currently using - DA-6400* ***(64 isolated channel solid state Dante-enabled recorder)***
**ALLEN & HEATH** - Heard Everywhere.
*Currently using -* ***SQ5 w/ Dante & DT168 w/ Dante***
**ZOOM** - Perfect as a back up or an emergency drop bag when you need to be in two places at once.
*Currently using -* ***F4 (4 isolated channels)***

Wireless for Talent

**LECTROSONICS** - Makers of dependable high-powered wireless Tx/Rx systems. Lectrosonics are probably the most used systems for transmitting and receiving wireless audio on a production set throughout the world.
*Currently using -* ***LR/LT*** ***Wideband***
**ZAXCOM** - The benefits of using Zaxcom systems are seemingly never ending. Clean dialog, NeverClip (internal safety mechanism to prevent clipping), remote configuration (so you don't have to approach talent once mic'd), and even internal timecode sync'd TX recorders in the rare case that talent moves out of range.
*Currently using -* ***TRXLA3.5, TRXLA5, ZMT4***
**SHURE** - Dante-enabled and remote-controllable transmitters and receivers for reliable live productions.
*Currently using -* ***ULXD4Q, ULXD-1, ULXD-2***

Lavalier Microphones

**SANKEN** - Durable, easy to hide, and most importantly, they sound amazing for dialog and make mixing between lav and boom signals easy in post.
*Currently using -* ***COS-11d***
**COUNTRYMAN**- Easily concealable with tricky wardrobes or as a plant mic.
*Currently using -* B6
**DPA** - Makers of some of the finest microphones in the world. Like having a mini-boom mic.
*Currently using -* ***4080***

Boom Microphones

**DPA** - Makers of the finest sounding microphones in the industry. Superb frequency response, excellent off-axis rejection, and adaptable to any shooting environment.
*Currently using* - 4017b
**SANKEN** - A vital tool for capturing clear dialogue, foley, and sound effects in challenging environments. Laser-like focus and superior off-axis rejection. *Currently using* - CS-3e
**SENNHEISER** - Makers of dependable shotgun and super-cardioid microphones that stand up to extreme weather conditions and sound great for capturing the subtleties of the human voice.
*Currently using* - MKH50, MKH416

Wind Protection and Lav Mounts

Every shooting location requires a custom solution to separate environmental noise from the voice. There’s no single right tool, which is why I come equipped with an array of options to make the best choice given the unique circumstances of the day.
Every wardrobe offers unique obstacles to overcome fabric noise interfering with the sound of the voice. While experience is a much more valuable tool than any gadget, having a vast array of mounts and adhesives (and the knowledge of what to use with various fabric types) helps level the playing field.

Scratch Audio to Camera with Wireless Timecode Sync

**ZAXCOM** - Camera scratch + continuous timecode sync all in one small, lightweight box. Zaxcom's IFB200 provides backup stereo recording while sending audio feeds (and/or encrypted IFB) to cameras over a 2.4Ghz signal.
The IFB200 also allows remote control over transmitters making it effortless to change frequency and adjust gain without having to approach talent.

Smart slates

**DENECKE** - The Denecke TS-C is a compact full featured smart slate, capable of reading, generating and displaying SMPTE/EBU time code.

Timecode Sync Boxes

Tiny and lightweight yet very durable with rock solid timecode and amazing battery life. Devices like the Denecke JB-1 are perfect for 3rd and 4th cameras or for when you need to be as minimal as possible for a handheld rig.

Client Monitoring

**COMTEK** - Great range and dependable monitoring for client, director, and/or script supervisor.

Specialty Microphones

**HYDROPHONE (Underwater Microphone)** - Records high quality audio in depths up to 100 ft. *Currently using* - Ambient ASF-2 Sound Fish Hydrophone
**CONTACT MICS** - A variety of contact mics for capturing unique structure-born sound through objects.
**SPATIAL AUDIO/AMBISONICS** - Capture immersive ambisonic audio for your 360 workflow. *Currently using* - Sennheiser Ambeo VR Mic

“Man-On-The-Street” interview mics

**ELECTRO-VOICE RE50N/D-L** - This long stem interview mic has high gain output and low handling noise. It’s perfect for ENG or “man on the street” style interview work
**SENNHEISER MD 46** - A great option when your on-camera talent are in extremely noisy environments, like on the sidelines at a football game. .

Podcast and Radio

**Shure SM7B** - The Shure SM7B is a standard throughout the radio world and now the podcast universe. Whether you’re looking for that classic “NPR” radio interviewer sound or the deep, nuanced tone of your favorite podcast host, the Shure SM7B will deliver.

Accessories and Custom Solutions

Gear packages come along with every accessory needed to ensure proper and reliable function as well as the knowledge of how to maintain or modify equipment if needed.

Prior to your shooting date, we'll have the opportunity to discuss specific technical aspects and alleviate any concerns before we ever step on set.

Custom solutions require customized cables. Mine are made by Ahmed Lugo. Why have customized cables built for each of the industry’s most popular cameras? The reasoning is simple, they weigh less and they offer a cleaner and more efficient solution for your camera ops.

Studio Microphones

(1) Soundelux U195
(2) Gefell UMT70s
(2) AKG C414-B XLS 
(2) Shure Beta 181 (full capsule kits)
(2) Royer R-101 
(2) Shure KSM-141 
(2) Shure SM7b 
(2) Sennheiser MD421 
(2) Shure SM58 
(2) Shure SM57 
(1) AKG D112

Studio Mic Pres

(1) 8-channel Millennia Media HV3D
(1) 4-channel Lynx Aurora (built into converter)
(1) Sytek MPX-4A 
(2) Millennia Media HV-35 
(2) DIYRE CP5 
(1) Focusrite Octo-Pre

Misc. Studio Gear

(1) Lynx Studio Aurora (n) A/D Converter
(1) Hearback Technologies Hub + (4) headphone mixers
(1) Dangerous Music “Source” Monitor Controller
(2) DIYRE OLA5 Opto Compressor
Focal Trio6be Monitors
Genelec M030 Monitors & 7040A Sub
JBL 305 MKII 5.1 Surround Sound Monitors w/ Sub