111 Juan Ortiz - Production Sound Mixer based out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

111 Juan Ortiz - Production Sound Mixer based out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Author: Michael The Sound Guy January 26, 2026 Duration: 45:39

Juan Ortiz is a production sound mixer and boom op based out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He uses a Sound Devices 833 mixer/recorder and also likes the Audio Limited/Sound Devices A10 wireless transmitters and receivers. On the boom pole, Juan uses the Schoeps CMC 641 and the CMIT 5 as well as the Sennheiser MKH-50 and MKH-416. For wires, he uses DPA lavs and Sanken COS-11s. Juan also likes Tentacle Sync timecode sync boxes including the Timebar Slate. Betso Bowtie antennas also round out the kit. Check out Juan at https://www.reddpenmedia.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/b3hindtheboom/

Each episode we talk with location sound mixers, boom ops and other industry pros about the various aspects of recording sound on-location for feature and independent films, TV commercials, interviews, anytime where dialog from actors is recorded. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or just starting out, this podcast is packed with great stories and lessons about recording on-location.


Hosted by Michael The Sound Guy, the Location Sound Podcast pulls back the curtain on the unseen and often underappreciated world of audio recording outside the studio. This isn't about music production or sound design in a controlled environment; it's about the gritty, unpredictable, and fascinating reality of capturing clean dialogue and atmosphere wherever the story takes you. Michael sits down with the people who do the job-location sound mixers, boom operators, and other field recording professionals-to dig into their experiences on feature films, indie projects, TV commercials, and documentary interviews. Every conversation in this podcast reveals the specific challenges and creative solutions that define production audio. You'll hear firsthand accounts of dealing with unexpected noise, managing complex equipment in difficult conditions, and the subtle art of collaborating with directors and actors to get the perfect take. The discussions are grounded in real-world stories, offering practical lessons and historical context that resonate whether you're a working professional or simply curious about how the sounds in your favorite shows and movies are actually made. For anyone intrigued by the intersection of technology, storytelling, and on-the-fly problem solving, the Location Sound Podcast provides a unique and consistently engaging listen.
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