Michael Nicholas
Location Sound Recordist
Clean, dependable location sound — anywhere in Aotearoa.
Based in Wellington.
I work closely with producers and directors to deliver calm, technically solid audio on set,
so post-production is smooth and stress-free.
Experienced with multi-camera interviews, timecode workflows, IFB distribution, and complex location environments.
"Michael is a skilled and knowledgeable audio engineer who approaches every job with enthusiasm and a consistently positive attitude. Much of our work takes place in fast-paced, high-pressure live outside broadcast environments, where there is little to no margin for error, and Michael has proven himself to be calm, reliable, and detail-focused in those situations.
He brings strong technical understanding and a willingness to go the extra mile to ensure the highest standard of delivery. Over the past decade, he has played a key role in supporting audio production across some of New Zealand's most significant sporting broadcasts on Sky. Any production team would benefit from having him involved."
— Ben Bull
Audio & Innovations Manager
Sky Sports New Zealand
Equipment Manifest
Production Mixers
Sound Devices 664 Six-Channel
Zoom F8N Pro Eight-Channel
Wireless Ecosystem
RX: Lectro UCR 411a (x2), 211, 210D (x3), 100 (x2), Rode Go II (x2)
TX: UM 400a, UH 400A, LM, UM200C (x3), UM 100 (x2), Rode Go II
Microphones & Poles
Sennheiser 416 (Rycote Kit), Sennheiser MKE-600 (x2)
Rode NTG3 / Sanken COS-11d (x4),
Sennheiser ME-102
K-Tek 12' Graphite & Auray 7.5' Aluminum Poles
Sync & Monitoring
Deity TC-1 Timecode (x3) / Sennheiser G3 IFB Transmitter & Receivers (x3)
Bags & Support
Sachtler Large / Orca 28 / K-Tek Stingray Bags
Rates
Each production is quoted individually based on scope, duration, travel, and equipment requirements. I operate in line with industry standards and provide tailored quotes to suit your project.
Get in touch to discuss your shoot.