1. Meet Samuel Young

A seasoned production crew member with hands-on experience in both audio and video roles, Samuel had previously encountered Hollyland's intercom system on a professional shoot. Already an owner of a LARK M1 wireless mic, he was familiar with the brand's signature ease of use and trusted performance.

Samuel discovered the Solidcom SE testing event on Instagram—tagged by a friend—and immediately recognized the opportunity to test a solution that could dramatically improve his production team's communication workflow.

2. Project Background

Every year, The Orchard presents a Christmas production that blends storytelling with pop culture references, festive music, humor, and a bit of dance. This year’s performance, staged in front of 190 attendees, was more ambitious than ever, combining live action with a cinematic livestream broadcast.

In such a dynamic environment, clarity, timing, and real-time communication are everything.

3. Meet the Team

The production team consisted of eight key crew members:

• 3 Camera Operators: Capturing every angle of the performance with smooth, cinematic movements.
  
• Sound Operator: Balancing levels and ensuring clarity for both in-person and online audiences.
  
• Audio Visual Operator: Managing all multimedia elements, from projections to transitions.
  
• Live Stream Operator: Delivering a seamless real-time online experience.
  
• Stage Manager: Orchestrating cues and the overall production timeline.
  
• Stage Hand: Supporting scene changes and backstage logistics.
  

To bring the performance to life, communication wasn’t just helpful—it was mission-critical.

4. Why Hollyland?

The decision to partner with Hollyland was a natural one.

“I had previously used the Hollyland intercom system on a shoot and was impressed by its functionality and ease of setup. Having also owned the Lark M1 wireless microphone set, I trusted the brand’s reliability.”

The team knew they needed something more agile than traditional walkie-talkies—something that could keep up with the speed, precision, and cinematic quality of their production.

5. Going Wireless: A Game-Changer

During the production, six crew members used the Solidcom SEsystem—including all camera operators, the stage manager, the livestream operator, and the sound operator.

The result? Real-time coordination with zero lag.
No push-to-talk. No missed cues. No tangled wires.

“Facilitating a seamless setup, particularly for the mobile camera, is essential to ensure unrestricted movement without concerns about visual output issues. A seamless wireless connection is crucial—especially as we’re known for our cinematic live feed camera movements.”

The wireless intercom setup allowed the team to:

• Maintain fluid, uninterrupted movement across the stage and venue
  
• Execute precise direction changes during live camera operation
  
• Adjust sound and visuals on the fly without the need for verbal relays
  
• Keep the entire production timeline tight and synchronized
  

6. Why Upgrade from Walkie-Talkies?

The team had outgrown traditional walkie-talkies for several key reasons:

• Limited communication range
  
• Poor audio quality in loud environments
  
• Bulky devices that interfered with movement
  
• Delays that caused missed cues and unnecessary stress
  

In contrast, Solidcom SE delivered:

 ✅ Clearer audio
✅ Lighter gear
✅ Hands-free, full-duplex communication
✅ Longer battery life
✅ Effortless setup—even for non-tech users

7. Final Thoughts

“Honestly, there were very few cons. I just wish we had more headsets to give the rest of the team!”

The Solidcom SE helped turn a complex live production into a well-oiled machine—allowing creativity and performance to shine without communication barriers.

Ready to Upgrade?

Say goodbye to static-filled delays and tangled walkie-talkies. Discover what your production team can really do—with the right tools in place.