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Boom Microphones
Professional shotgun microphones and boom equipment for your Canadian production.
Boom microphones are essential for capturing clean dialogue and ambient sound on set. These directional microphones, mounted on extendable poles, allow operators to position the mic close to talent while keeping it out of frame, delivering focused audio pickup with minimal background interference.
We provide access to a range of professional boom microphone systems, including shotgun mics, hypercardioid capsules, and lightweight boom poles suited to your shooting conditions. Our team coordinates delivery and backup equipment to keep your sound department operating smoothly throughout production.
Capabilities
Boom Equipment
Industry-standard shotgun microphones, professional boom poles, and complete accessories.
Professional Boom Solutions
Capabilities
Our Process
Sound Requirements
Understanding your production's dialogue recording needs, locations, and acoustic challenges.
Equipment Selection
Recommending the optimal microphones and accessories for your specific shooting conditions.
Prep & Testing
Thorough testing and preparation of all boom equipment before delivery to your production.
Production Support
Technical support and backup equipment available throughout your shoot.
On Location
MKH 416, Schoeps CMIT, and DPA 4017C boom kits across Vancouver, Banff, and the Yukon
Here is how the work lines up. Boom microphone selection in Canada starts with the location — a Sennheiser MKH 416 reads as the industry workhorse on a Pinewood Toronto stage or a Vancouver Film Studios soundstage, the Sennheiser MKH 8050 short shotgun and MKH 30/40 ORTF stereo pair cover the quieter dialogue setups, and a Schoeps CMIT 5U with a CCM 41 supercardioid handles the interiors that need the cleanest off-axis rejection.
For Banff exteriors, Jasper Parks Canada locations, and Yukon Aurora night shoots, the DPA 4017C shotgun and Neumann KMR 81i ship with extra wind protection. Our team builds boom packages around K-Tek Avalon and KP14 carbon-fibre poles with internal cable routing. VDB poles for the budget-conscious documentary tier. Inventory rotates through Trew Audio Vancouver and Toronto, William F. White Global, Sim Digital, Loftus Lake Sound, Coastal Sound, and Sonic Synergy Montreal.
Wind and weather protection scales with the geography: Rycote Windjammer kits and Sennheiser MZW windshields ship standard for any Pacific coastal booking where Vancouver marine layer and 1,200mm annual rainfall are baseline, while Cinela Pianissimo and Cosi blimps handle the Banff snow exteriors and Yukon cold-weather work where battery derate at -25°C is a real planning input. IATSE 873 boom-op talent runs the Toronto side, with IATSE 891 covering Vancouver and the BC stages, and ACTRA-adjacent francophone Montreal crews handling bilingual UDA-rate productions out of MELS and DAZMO.
Shock mounts, pole cradles, dampened cable kits, and full backup capsule rotation are part of every package, with CBSA ATA carnet documentation handled for inbound global gear and cross-border Trew Audio Nashville pulls when a tier-one US co-production needs matched-pair shotguns inside a 48-hour window.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Which shotgun mic do you recommend?
The Sennheiser MKH 416 remains the industry standard for its versatility and reliability in various conditions. For quieter interiors, the Schoeps CMIT 5U offers exceptional clarity. The Sanken CS-3e is excellent for reducing off-axis noise in challenging locations.
What boom pole lengths are available?
We stock boom poles from 2m to 6m in various configurations. Most productions use 3-4m poles for standard work. We recommend K-Tek and Ambient poles with internal cable routing for clean, professional operation.
What wind protection do you provide?
We offer complete windscreen systems from Rycote and Cinela suitable for any conditions—from light interior air movement to heavy exterior wind. Our kits include appropriate fur covers for the conditions you'll encounter.
Can you provide complete boom kits?
Yes, we provide fully equipped boom packages including microphone, pole, shock mount, windscreen, cables, and all necessary accessories. Kits are prepped and tested before delivery.
Do you offer backup equipment?
Yes, we recommend and can provide backup microphones and essential accessories for longer shoots. Having backup equipment protects your production against any equipment issues.
What about interior vs exterior mics?
While some productions use different microphones for interior and exterior work, modern shotguns like the MKH 416 and CS-3e perform well in both environments. We can advise on the best approach for your specific needs.
Related Services
Productions in Canada that need this often pair it with Location Sound Packages, Wireless Systems, and Wireless Microphone Systems for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Camera Equipment Rental and Boom Operators.
On Set
Need Boom Equipment?
Tell us about your sound requirements and we'll provide the right boom package.