In the world of audiovisual production, coordination between technical teams is a key factor for success. Every second counts a change of shot, a sound cue, or a missed signal from the control room can compromise an entire shoot or live broadcast. That’s where professional walkie-talkies come in: essential tools for instant communication between stage managers, camera operators, sound engineers, lighting technicians, and crew members. However, not all productions have the same requirements. So, how do you choose the right professional walkie-talkie model for your audiovisual project, depending on its size and complexity?
Identify the communication needs of your production
The number of users and the team structure
First and foremost, you need to determine how many people need to communicate simultaneously.
- Small team (2 to 4 people): a simple, reliable, single-channel walkie-talkie may be sufficient for a light shoot, a photo session, or an interview.
- Medium production (up to 15 people): managing multiple departments (sound, lighting, camera, logistics) requires separate channels to avoid interference.
- Large production (TV set, festival, live event): you need to be able to create independent communication groups interconnected with the main control room.
The type of environment
The environment influences the choice of equipment:
- Indoors (studio, theater), the priority is audio clarity and ease of use.
- Outdoors, range, durability, and weather resistance become essential.
The technical criteria to consider
Range and signal stability
A good professional walkie-talkie must ensure smooth communication across the entire shooting area, without dropouts or latency. Outdoors, a range of at least 500 meters to 1 kilometer is recommended, depending on the conditions.
Audio quality and noise cancellation
Sound quality is a key factor, especially in noisy environments such as concerts, public events, or technical sets.
This is where VOGO stands out with its patented noise reduction filter, a unique technology approved and used by leading global organizations such as FIFA, UEFA, SNCF, BFMTV, VINCI, EIFFAGE, and many others.
This exclusive system guarantees clear and intelligible voice transmission, even in environments saturated with ambient noise. Thanks to this innovation, teams can communicate efficiently without signal loss or interference — a major advantage for demanding audiovisual productions.
Battery life and durability
On a film shoot, it’s not always possible to recharge the equipment during the day. A battery life of at least 10 to 12 hours is recommended to cover a full day of production. Models equipped with lithium-ion batteries offer an excellent weight-to-power ratio and recharge quickly.
Choosing the right professional walkie-talkie depends above all on the size of your production, the layout of the location, and the level of communication quality required.
Smooth coordination between technical teams translates into time savings, greater responsiveness, and ultimately, a more efficient production.
VOGO, your audiovisual communication partner
At VOGO, we support audiovisual professionals in their communication and coordination needs on the field.
Our radio solutions, intercoms, and audio systems ensure reliability, clarity, and performance whatever the shooting environment. Thanks to our patented noise reduction filter, already adopted by international leaders, we guarantee every production precise, stable, and uncompromised communication.
