Location Sound Mixer & Recordist in Nashville - Film, TV, Docs, Corporate & More
Delivering clean, professional audio for film, television, documentaries and live events
Morgan Stratton, a Nashville-based production sound mixer and location sound recordist with over 7 years of experience in production sound and 20+ years in professional audio. He specializes in capturing clean, reliable audio for film, television, commercials, documentaries, and live events. Whether it’s a local shoot or a traveling production, he brings a calm, professional presence, top-tier gear, and a no-drama approach to every set.
Location Sound Services Include:
- Narrative Film & TV
- Commercials & Branded Content
- Documentary Audio
- Corporate
- Live Events & Panels
- Remote Recording
- Traveling Productions
- Reality TV
Location Sound Equipment
Go-To Sound Kit Includes:
Mixer/Recorder: Sound Devices 10 channel recorder
Wireless: Lectrosonics
Boom Mics: Sanken, Sennheiser, and Schoeps
Lavs: COS-11s
Slate: Betso Smart Slate
Timecode Sync: Tentacle Sync
- My kit is scalable depending on the project size and built to deliver clean audio across a variety of environments.
As a sound mixer and recordist there is little room for error on set. In order to record dialog reliability with great sound, Morgan uses the best and most reliable gear.
Hops and IFB: Lectrosonics R1a x11. They are used as audio feed to camera and client monitoring.
Looking for a dependable production sound mixer in Nashville, or need a traveling sound mixer for your next shoot?
Let’s make your project sound right from the start.
Location Sound Work
Rates
Sound Mixer (Day Rate): $750/10hrs
Minimum Call: $500/4hrs
Overtime After 10 hrs: 1.5x/Hourly
Overtime After 12 hrs: 2.0x/Hourly
Travel Day: Day Rate
Mileage: IRS Mileage
Outside Local Area: Portal to Portal
Local Area (Nashville, TN): 30 Miles
Basic Package: $450 includes:
- Mixer
- Boom
- 2 Wires
- 2 Timecode Sync Boxes
Wireless Lav: $75 each
IFB Headsets: $35 each
Smart Slate: $75 each
Camera Hop. $40 each
Timecode Sync Box: $20 each
Wired Dynamic Mic: $25 each
Labor Rates
Sound Mixer (Day Rate): $750/10hrs
Minimum Call: $500/4hrs
Overtime After 10 hrs: 1.5x/Hourly
Overtime After 12 hrs: 2.0x/Hourly
Travel
Travel Day: Day Rate
Mileage: IRS Mileage
Outside Local Area: Portal to Portal
Local Area (Nashville, TN): 30 Miles
Equipment
Basic Package: $450 includes:
- Mixer
- Boom
- 2 Wires
- Timecode Sync Boxes
Wireless Lav: $75 each
IFB Headsets: $35 each
Smart Slate: $75 each
Camera Hop. $40 each
Timecode Sync Box: $20 each
Wired Dynamic Mic: $25 each
About Location Sound & Sound Mixing
The Finer Details of Location Sound Work
Morgan is an experienced production sound mixer and location sound recordist based in Nashville, providing professional on-set audio for film, television, documentaries, corporate videos, and commercial productions. Whether listed as a field audio tech, sound guy, or location sound mixer, Morgan brings the same standard of clean, broadcast-ready audio every time.
With years of expertise in dialogue recording, boom operation, and managing wireless microphone systems, Morgan works in environments ranging from busy urban locations to remote outdoor shoots. He uses industry-leading gear — Sound Devices mixers/recorders, Lectrosonics wireless systems, Sanken microphones, and Tentacle Sync timecode — to capture crystal-clear dialogue, rich ambient sound, and accurate environmental audio.
Producers and directors trust Morgan for his technical skill, adaptability, and calm problem-solving under pressure. On set, he serves as the entire audio department — mixing, booming, miking talent, and monitoring levels — while maintaining seamless communication with the crew to ensure audio matches the creative vision.
If you need reliable, professional location sound services in Nashville or on the road, Morgan delivers high-quality production audio that enhances your project and makes post-production easier.
Location Sound Equipment
Morgan's Kit
As a sound mixer and recordist there is little room for error on set. In order to record dialog reliability with great sound, Morgan uses Lectrosonics wireless, Sound Devices field recorder & mixer, Schoeps, Sanken and Sennheiser boom mics. The trusty Sanken Cos-11 is his go to lav mic.
For sync: Tentacle sync boxes and Betso slates. Trusty and accurate.
Hops and IFB: Lectrosonics R1a x11. They are used as audio feed to camera and client monitoring.








