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Wireless Audio Systems
Professional wireless microphones and RF coordination for productions throughout New York.
Wireless audio systems provide cable-free transmission of microphone signals, intercom feeds, and monitoring audio across production sets. We coordinate frequencies compliant with FCC regulations across New York City, managing one of the world's most congested RF environments with professional spectrum scanning and coordination. Digital wireless technology delivers reliable, high-quality audio transmission that gives talent freedom of movement and sound departments flexibility in complex shooting environments.
We source wireless audio systems with the channel capacity and frequency coordination your production demands across New York. Our team handles spectrum scanning compliant with FCC spectrum regulations, system configuration, and backup equipment to ensure interference-free wireless audio performance throughout your shoot, regardless of location complexity.
Capabilities
Complete Wireless Solutions
We provide professional wireless audio systems with full frequency coordination, ensuring reliable performance in any production environment.
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Lavalier Systems
- DPA, Sanken, Countryman mics
- Concealment techniques
- Costume integration
- Sweat and movement management
- Multi-pack configurations
Invisible Audio
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RF Management
- Frequency coordination
- Spectrum scanning
- Interference avoidance
- Multi-channel systems
- Licensed frequency access
Clean Spectrum
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Transmitter Systems
- Lectrosonics, Wisycom, Sennheiser
- Bodypack and plug-on units
- Long-range operation
- Encrypted digital systems
- Backup redundancy
Reliable Signal
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IFB & Comms
- Talent earpiece systems
- Director communication
- Multi-zone coverage
- Crew intercom integration
- Live broadcast feeds
Clear Comms
On Location
RF-coordinated wireless tuned to NYC's densest-in-US spectrum environment
Here is how the work lines up. Wireless audio in New York sits inside what is genuinely the densest RF settings in the United States. Empire State Building broadcasters, One World Trade transmitters, Rockefeller Center carriers, FAA radar sweeping in from LGA, JFK and EWR, plus the recent 5G mid-band rollout all share spectrum with production wireless — and the 700 MHz post-auction reallocation pushed professional kit deeper into the remaining UHF bands, so coordination is mandatory rather than convenient.
Our wireless packages run on Lectrosonics SRc receivers — the rental-house standard across NYC drama and feature sets from Gotham Sound in Tribeca, Trew Audio in Brooklyn, Dimension Sound in Long Island City and MasterSound — with Lectrosonics SMQV and DBSM transmitters, Wisycom MCR54 receivers for high-channel-count productions on HBO, Netflix and FX limited-series runs, Sennheiser Digital 6000 where the mix demands it, and Audio Ltd A10 for low-profile body-pack work under heavy wardrobe. Lavalier inventory leans on DPA 4060 and 4061, Sanken COS-11 and Countryman B6 for concealed wardrobe placement, with full sweat- and movement-management kit for NYC's summer-heat and winter-cold extremes.
RF management on NYC locations means more than picking clean frequencies. SEMS scanner sweeps are run at every venue before deployment — necessary across Manhattan office tower interiors, Brooklyn Navy Yard and Silvercup backlots where multiple productions share the same band, and Queens streetscape work near Kaufman Astoria. Coordination accounts for FCC ULS Part 74 LPAS licensed broadcaster wireless, network outside-broadcast trucks circulating Midtown, and the steady traffic of NYC commercial spectrum users.
Packages scale from two-channel documentary kits up to forty-plus-channel feature and limited-series deployments, with IFB systems (Comtek, Lectrosonics IFB, Shure PSM) layered in for director and talent communication. All deployments include backup transmitters, batteries and antenna delivery, and IATSE Local 695-NY ops are open for productions running complex multi-channel coverage on NYS Film Tax Credit 30% plus 10% NYC uplift-eligible shoots and HBO, Netflix, FX, Apple TV+ and Amazon NY-shot originals.
FAQ
Wireless Equipment Inventory
What wireless systems do you provide?
We provide professional wireless systems from leading manufacturers including Lectrosonics (Digital Hybrid, DSQD), Wisycom (MCR series), Sennheiser (Digital 6000, EW series), and Audio Ltd (A10). System selection depends on your production requirements, budget, and operating environment.
How do you handle frequency coordination in New York?
We manage frequency coordination according to New York RF regulations (ANFR). This includes spectrum scanning at your locations, coordination with other productions sharing venues, and ensuring compliance with licensed frequency bands. We handle the technical complexity so your production stays legal and interference-free.
What lavalier microphones do you recommend?
We provide premium lavaliers from DPA (4060, 4061, 6060), Sanken (COS-11), and Countryman (B6). Microphone selection depends on application—we recommend based on concealment requirements, sound characteristics, and compatibility with wardrobe and talent.
Can you support large multi-channel productions?
Yes. We regularly support productions requiring 20, 30, or 40+ wireless channels. This includes feature films, large-scale commercials, and live events. We provide frequency coordination, sufficient receivers, backup systems, and experienced operators to manage complex wireless deployments.
What about IFB and communication systems?
We provide IFB (interruptible foldback) systems for talent earpieces, director communication, and live broadcast applications. This includes Comtek, Lectrosonics IFB, and Shure PSM systems, coordinated with your production's wireless microphone frequencies.
Do wireless systems come with operators?
Wireless equipment can be rented standalone or with experienced sound teams who handle all wireless management. For complex deployments, we recommend including operators who specialize in RF coordination and talent wiring.
Related Services
Productions in New York that need this often pair it with Boom Operators, Sound Recordist Teams, and Location Sound Services for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Wireless Microphone Systems and Wireless Systems.
On Set
Get Wireless Audio Systems
Tell us about your production's wireless requirements and we'll design the right system package.