Sound Mixing
Quality Sound Matters. Hear the Difference
Dialogue, music, and sound effects must work together seamlessly to create an immersive experience that supports the story, heightens emotion, and transports viewers into the world on screen.
[Overview]
At FOX, sound mixing is more than a final step in the process—it's where storytelling comes to life. Our boutique post-production sound facility features four world-class mixing stages, each designed to accurately represent the environments where audiences experience content today, from large theatrical releases to near-field and home entertainment platforms. Every mix is crafted to translate faithfully to its intended audience while preserving the creative vision of the filmmakers.
Facilities Overview
Designed by leading acoustic architects and sound engineers, our stages are purpose-built to deliver exceptional sonic accuracy and consistency. Combined with proprietary technology, custom-integrated systems, and workflows found nowhere else in the world, our facilities provide a level of precision that has attracted visits from renowned sound professionals and studio representatives from across the globe.
The John Ford Mixing Stage
The John Ford Mixing Stage is one of the two flagship mixing stages within The Sound Department facility, designed to provide an exceptional environment for high-end theatrical sound mixing and audio post-production.
The Robert Wise Mixing Stage
Located on the second floor of The Sound Department facility, the Robert Wise Mixing Stage offers a sophisticated and comfortable environment for professional sound mixing and audio post-production.
The Howard Hawks Mixing Stage
The Howard Hawks Mixing Stage is one of the two premier mixing stages located within The Sound Department facility, operating alongside its equally impressive counterpart.
The Barbara McLean Mixing Stage
The Barbara McLean Mixing Stage is the newest and most technologically advanced mixing environment within The Sound Department facility.
Facility Features
- Four feature dubbing theaters:
Howard Hawks, John Ford, Robert Wise, and Barbara McLean
- MIXING DESK:
AMS Neve Digital Film Consoles (DFC) and Avid S6 control surfaces
- CERTIFICATION:
Source Elements
- monitoring capabilities:
Dolby Atmos® (Cinema and Home Entertainment), IMAX®, Auro-3D®, 7.1, and 5.1 formats
- conference room:
Dedicated conference room for production meetings, reviews, and client presentations
- producer lounges:
Comfortable producer lounges designed for collaboration and extended sessions
- kitchen and café facility:
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- editorial suites:
2 seven-room editorial suites available for production teams requiring integrated on-site workflows
- Centralized facility:
Centralized facility designed to support seamless collaboration between mixers, sound designers, editors, filmmakers, and studio executives
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