Capturing the Breath of the Natural World.
High-fidelity field recordings, soundscapes, and species-specific audio for documentary, research, and immersive media.
Listening Where Others Don’t.
Hi, I’m Laurent Wermenlinger and I think great nature recording isn’t just about the equipment; it’s about the silence between the sounds. I spend my time in remote corridors, waiting for the perfect dawn chorus or the subtle movement of wind through alpine grass. My approach to sound capture is rooted in patience and environmental respect. Whether I am deploying long-term drop rigs or capturing the specific vocalizations of an endangered species, I strive to bring the listener into the heart of the wild.
Partnerships and Affiliations
Two Decades of Global Sound
For over twenty years, I have built a personal archive of several thousand recordings captured across numerous countries and continents. What began as a systematic professional practice has evolved into a vast collection of acoustic worlds, from dense urban atmospheres to remote natural wilderness. To ensure its utility for filmmakers, researchers, and sound artists, the entire archive is catalogued using the Universal Category System (UCS) and includes high-fidelity WAV and 3D ambisonic formats.
Latest Achievements
Adaptive Immersive Audio
From the quiet forests of Mount Gosford to the vibrant bird sanctuaries of Belize, this collaboration implements Eclipsa Audio to showcase the future of immersive sound. An intelligent 360-degree journey that adapts to your setup, delivering cinematic atmospheres.
Ultimate Intervals
From the flooded forests of Panama to the sinking islands of the San Blas, this three-year study captures the acoustic heritage of landscapes in transition. A journey through flamboyant avian concerts and the profound, living silences that define the soul of Latin America.
Mingan Archipelago
A rare opportunity to sonically document the protected islands of the Mingan Archipelago. From the dense avian textures of Île aux Perroquets to the haunting vocalizations of seal colonies, this project captures the raw spirit of the Gulf of St. Lawrence for Parks Canada.
Collaborators
Daniel Courville
Consultant
For over a decade, Daniel has been my mentor in the world of multidimensional sound capture, specifically in the art of ambisonics. He played a key role in the production of my two albums and has proven to be an invaluable consultant, bringing immense depth and expertise to my passion.
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Chinook Medias
A photographer and filmmaker, Stefan brought his creative energy and artistic vision to the production of my videos and photography. Beyond the visuals, his keen insight and guidance during our recording sessions have been an invaluable asset.
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Composition & Sound Design
A key recent collaborator, Christian is deeply involved in building and organizing our extensive sound library database, utilizing the UCS protocol to ensure industry-standard metadata and high-performance retrieval for every recording.
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