SOUND50

Sound is the heartbeat of your story—don’t let it go unheard

About SOUND50

SoundFifty is a community of sound professionals united as an advocacy group, educational resource, and consultancy, dedicated to amplifying the essential role of sound in storytelling. We champion fair budgets and the recognition that sound experts deserve. Through our collective knowledge and experience, we empower producers with the tools and insights needed to ensure that their productions achieve the sound their story truly deserves.SoundFifty is a division of The Audio Pro Network.

Why Sound Post-Production is Just as Crucial as Every Other Element in Your Film

Many productions invest in stunning visuals, only to fall short with poor sound—and audiences notice. A great story deserves great sound, but too often, producers underestimate the cost and complexity of achieving professional results.We’re here to change that. SoundFifty exists to educate, advocate, and consult so that no production has to suffer from avoidable sound issues.

Our Mission

Advocate for realistic sound budgets that allow professionals to do their best work.
Educate producers on why sound is crucial and what it really takes to do it right.
Consult with productions to help them allocate budgets wisely and connect with top-tier audio professionals.

The Bottom Line

If you budget for everything else—hair and makeup, costumes, your director, DP, cameras, film editing, graphics, visual effects, and color correction—but if you leave sound out of the equation or underfund it, you’re setting your project up for failure. All those other elements will fall apart without solid sound to support them.Make sure you allocate enough of your budget to ensure your sound is handled by professionals who understand the intricacies of film audio. Your audience will thank you, and your film will be all the better for it.Remember: sound is half the experience. Don’t skimp on it.

Need Help Budgeting Your Sound?

If you need help budgeting your production, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us and our team of experienced audio professionals. We specialize in creating tailored sound budgets that fit seamlessly within your overall production plan. From there, we’ll ensure your sound is done right—handled with the same care and attention to detail as every other department. Let us help you create the immersive, professional sound your film deserves, without compromising quality.

Book a Budget Consultation

Not sure how much to budget for sound? Don’t guess—get expert guidance.Book a one-on-one budget consultation and gain clarity on what your production truly needs. Whether you're working on a film, commercial, or branded content, we’ll help you break down the costs and avoid under-budgeting mistakes that could compromise your final product.🎯 What You Get:
- A clear understanding of what sound post-production really costs.
- Insights on where to allocate your budget for the best results.
- A professional roadmap for achieving industry-standard sound.💰 Cost: $99 per session
🕒 Duration: 30 minutes

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Join the Movement

SoundFifty isn’t just a consultancy—it’s a movement. We’re bringing together producers, sound professionals, and industry leaders to shift the culture and demand better sound across all levels of production.🔹 Producers: Learn how to budget properly and ensure your project sounds as good as it looks.
🔹 Sound Professionals: Join us in advocating for fair wages and realistic budgets.
🔹 Film & TV Executives: Understand how sound investment leads to better audience engagement.Let’s raise the standard together. Share SoundFifty.com on your socials and help get the word out!

Contact Us

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