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Location Sound Packages
Complete production sound kits for your Irish production.
Location sound packages bundle the essential recording equipment needed for field production into cohesive kits. These packages typically include recorders, microphones, boom poles, wireless systems, and monitoring gear, configured to work together reliably in real-world shooting environments.
We assemble and deliver complete location sound packages customized to your production scale and shooting conditions. Our team works with experienced audio suppliers to ensure every component is tested, compatible, and ready for use when your crew arrives on location.
Capabilities
Sound Equipment
Complete location sound solutions from recorders to wireless systems.
Professional Sound Solutions
Capabilities
Our Process
Requirements Review
Understanding your production's sound needs, track count, and technical requirements.
Package Design
Building a complete sound package matched to your production scale and complexity.
Prep & Testing
Thorough prep and testing of all equipment with frequency coordination for your locations.
Production Support
Technical support, additional equipment, and backup gear available throughout your shoot.
On Location
Sound Devices Scorpio and 833, Zaxcom Nova, Wisycom and Lectrosonics wireless, and full boom packages prepped through Audio Plus Dublin, Sound Ireland, TVM Audio Division, and Pyramid Audio
Here is how this works in practice. Location sound packages in Ireland route through Audio Plus Dublin (the top Irish sound house running Sound Devices Scorpio and 833 mixer-recorder inventory across Banshees of Inisherin. Foundation Apple TV+, and Normal People HBO). Sound Ireland (Vikings Ashford six-season cart and bag kit supplier plus The Quiet Girl 2022 Oscar-nominated sound package). TVM Audio Division (cross-discipline cage running Zaxcom Nova and Deva inventory paired with Wisycom MCR54 wireless), and Pyramid Audio (commercial and prestige series bag kits).
Here is the short of it. We build complete cart and bag packages around Sound Devices Scorpio 32-channel and 833 16-channel mixer-recorders, Zaxcom Nova multi-track recorders. Wisycom and Lectrosonics SRc and DCHT wireless transmitters and receivers. Shure Axient Digital paired by talent, Sennheiser MKH 416 and Schoeps CMIT 5U boom microphones on Ambient and K-Tek booms. Plus full Ursa, Cosi, and Bubblebee lavalier mounting kits.
Here is the breakdown. ComReg range coordination is the operational baseline — UHF wireless frequencies in 470-694MHz coexist with TV broadcast and need licensed allocation handled by the production sound mixer before principal photography. Cross-border coordination with Ofcom UK frequencies is auto across the Common Travel Area for Northern Ireland shoots and Wild Atlantic Way work near border zones. Atlantic maritime climate weatherproofing dictates Cosi or Ursa fur windshields, Rycote Cyclone full windshields.
Here is what that looks like on the ground. Dead-cat and dead-wombat covers, and silica desiccant in every bag for the wet Atlantic frontal weather October through March across Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands, Skellig Michael UNESCO, and Donegal Slieve League. When extra wireless channels or specialty stock isn't held in Dublin we cross-border to ARRI Rental London or Pinewood London under the CTA frictionless border (no carnet for UK gear). Revenue Commissioners ATA carnet routes Schengen and non-UK stock through DUB, ORK, SNN, or BFS.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in a complete sound package?
A complete package includes a recorder/mixer (such as Sound Devices 8-series), wireless systems for your cast, boom microphone and pole, sound bag or cart, cables, batteries, and all necessary accessories. We scale packages to your production needs.
What recorders do you stock?
We carry Sound Devices 8-series (833, 888) for professional multi-track recording, MixPre series for smaller productions, and Zaxcom Deva and Maxx systems. All offer excellent sound quality and reliability.
How many wireless channels can you provide?
We can provide as many wireless channels as your production requires—from a single lav to dozens of channels for large cast productions. We use Lectrosonics, Wisycom, and Sennheiser systems with proper frequency coordination.
Can you provide a production sound mixer?
Yes, we work with experienced Irish production sound mixers and boom operators. Having local sound professionals ensures proper equipment operation and familiarity with Irish shooting conditions.
What about frequency coordination?
We coordinate all wireless frequencies with Irish regulations and your location's RF environment. Our team scans locations and allocates clean frequencies to ensure reliable wireless performance.
Do you offer bag kits vs cart setups?
Yes, we offer both bag-based kits for mobile ENG/documentary work and cart setups for narrative productions with more complex mixing requirements. We configure the right setup for your shooting style.
Related Services
Productions in Ireland that need this often pair it with Boom Microphones, Wireless Microphone Systems, and Audio Monitoring Equipment for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Sound Recordist Teams and Audio Equipment Rental.
On Set
Need Location Sound?
Tell us about your sound requirements and we'll build the right package.