The Tools Behind the Story: My Filmmaking, Sound & Audio Setup
Great stories aren’t defined by gear alone — but the right tools remove limitations and allow ideas to translate clearly, creatively, and consistently. This setup reflects how I work: cinematic, adaptable, and story-led.
Cameras & Visual Capture
At the heart of my visual workflow is a Sony cinema ecosystem, chosen for its colour science, dynamic range, and reliability across commercial, documentary, and narrative projects.
My main cinema camera is the Sony FX6, supported by the Sony FX30 and Sony A7C II for multi-camera shoots, lightweight setups, and fast-moving environments. This combination allows me to scale productions up or down without sacrificing image quality or visual consistency.
For aerial and compact storytelling, I use the DJI Mini 4 Pro and DJI Osmo Pocket 3 — ideal for travel films, environmental coverage, and dynamic establishing shots where agility matters.
Lenses, Movement & Support
Lens choice plays a huge role in how a story feels. I primarily work with the Sony 24–70mm G Master II and Sigma 24–70mm ART, giving me flexibility and clarity across most shooting scenarios. For wider and more stylised perspectives, I use the Sony 11mm, Sigma 18–50mm, and the Sirui 35mm Anamorphic, which adds character and cinematic texture when the story calls for it.
Camera movement is handled using the DJI RS4 gimbal, along with a combination of tripods and monopods to maintain stability while adapting quickly on set.
Production Audio & On-Location Sound
Sound is treated with the same level of importance as visuals. For location recording, I rely on the Sony ECM-673 shotgun microphone with the FX6 and the SmallRig S20 shotgun mic for the FX30 and A7C II. These tools allow me to capture clean dialogue, ambient detail, and natural sound that integrates seamlessly into the final film.
Lighting is supported by video lights and soft boxes, allowing me to shape scenes naturally and maintain visual consistency across locations.
Sound Design & Music Creation
Sound design is a core part of my storytelling process. My studio setup blends digital precision with analogue character, allowing me to create original textures, atmospheres, and musical elements for films.
My sound design instruments include:
Nord Lead 4 digital synthesiser
Odyssey analog duo-phonic synthesiser
Crave and Spice analog synthesisers
PRO-800 analog string synthesiser
PRO VS MINI hybrid synthesiser
Roland TR-6S drum machine
Korg Volca FM2 digital synthesiser
For live instrumentation, I work with a Fender American Standard Precision Bass, Charvel Pro-Di-Mas 5-string bass, and a Yamaha C-20 classical guitar, adding organic depth and musicality to sound design and scoring.
Studio Audio & Monitoring
Recording and mixing are handled through a professional audio chain designed for clarity, depth, and control. My studio setup includes:
Aston Spirit condenser microphone
Shure SM57 dynamic microphone
Audix D6 bass microphone
Zoom H6 field recorder
Antelope Discrete 8 audio interface
Audient iD14 audio interface
Yamaha MG10XU analogue mixer
Monitoring and critical listening are done using KRK Rokit 5 studio monitors, Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro (250 ohm) headphones, and Shure in-ear monitors, ensuring accuracy across both studio and on-location work.
A Story-First Approach
While the tools matter, they’re never the focus. Every camera, lens, microphone, and instrument in this setup is chosen to stay out of the way of the story. When the technical side runs quietly in the background, creativity takes the lead.
This is the foundation behind my films, sound design, and visual work — practical, cinematic, and emotionally driven.