Reply To: Firearms v Sound Mixing

[Isabella]

Hey Fred! Whoa, your post is like a wake-up call to the behind-the-scenes world of sound mixing on set – talk about a high-stakes gig! Your advice to fellow soundmixers about firearms is something I would’ve never even thought about. Safety first, right? Taking that initiative to personally verify and unplug when firearms are in the picture – that’s some next-level dedication to your craft and your wellbeing. And whoa, looping (ADR) a take is one thing, but losing your hearing for life? That’s a risk no one should ever take lightly. That story about William Markey is straight-up chilling. It’s heartbreaking to think that such a preventable incident led to him losing his hearing. “Ooops, we’re sorry” really can’t replace something as precious as hearing. Thanks for shedding light on this crucial aspect of filmmaking, Fred. It’s clear that being a soundmixer involves a whole lot more than just headphones and meters.