astro LX – 5.1 / 7.1 audio recording and mixing

Audio recording and mixing for film

At Astro LX, we transform sound into the driving force that defines the emotion of every story. We are one of Latin America’s largest and most advanced studios, established as a top-tier regional benchmark with over 170 national and international productions.

Founded by Juan E. García, Simón Bross, Jaime Baksht, and Michelle Couttolenc, we have collaborated with filmmakers who share our vision of sound, such as Darius Marder, Alfonso Cuarón, Carlos Reygadas, Tatiana Huezo, Rodrigo García, Alonso Ruizpalacios, Luis Mandoki, Juan Luis Guerra, Fernando Eimbcke, Issa López, Lila Avilés, and Radu Jude, among others.

Global Sound

The sound born at Astro LX has reached the stages of the Cannes Film Festival, Venice Film Festival, Berlin International Film Festival, and Sundance Film Festival, as well as leading platforms such as Netflix, Amazon, HBO, and Paramount.

State-of-the-Art Technology

We feature large-format rooms custom-designed to deliver exceptional acoustic treatment, high-precision monitoring, and Dolby-certified calibration that transforms every sonic decision into an impeccable narrative.

Stage 1 (MS1): Feature Stage Mix

Designed for theatrical release feature films, international premieres, or premium streaming platforms. Delivers maximum dynamic range and spatial depth.

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Stage 2 (MS2): Studio Hybrid Mix

A flexible model for independent productions, festivals, or streaming. Compatible with in-the-box workflows, equivalent to an Avid S6 setup.

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Re-Recording & Mixing

We implement a streamlined workflow combining remote preparation with in-person creative sessions, adapting to demanding schedules without compromising final quality.

ADR & Additional Services

Stage 1 (MS1) serves as a large-format ADR stage where the director works in direct proximity with the actors. Its dimensions foster an acoustic response that seamlessly integrates with the production production audio recorded on set.

Featured productions: Roma (Alfonso Cuarón), Get the Gringo (Mel Gibson), among others.

Creators of Sound

At Astro LX, audio isn’t merely executed—it is created. Our artistic talent understands sound as a narrative tool capable of transforming the rhythm, atmosphere, and emotion of a story.

Michelle Couttolenc

Re-Recording Mixer

Cinematic sensitivity and narrative precision.
Trained in France with a filmography of nearly 100 films, her work explores sonic textures that amplify the emotion and meaning of every story.

As the first Mexican woman to win the Academy Award for Best Sound for Sound of Metal, her sonic vision transforms technique into an immersive experience.

Awards & Highlights:

Major Awards: Winner of the Academy Award (Oscar), BAFTA, AMPS, and CAS Awards (for Sound of Metal).
National Recognition: Recipient of 7 Ariel Awards with 19 nominations from the Mexican Academy of Film Arts and Sciences (AMACC).
Filmography: El laberinto del fauno, Depeche mode M, La cocina, Las locuras and Pedro Páramo

Jaime Baksht

Re-Recording Mixer

Architect of cinematic sound.
With over 30 years of experience and more than 170 films, he constructs complex soundscapes with a level of rigor that meets—and elevates—international standards.

His work brings structure, intention, and narrative depth to sound.

Awards & Highlights:

Major Awards: Winner of the Academy Award (Oscar), BAFTA, AMPS, and CAS Awards (for Sound of Metal), and the Goya Award for (El laberinto del fauno).
National Recognition: Recipient of 11 Ariel Awards with 32 nominations from the Mexican Academy of Film Arts and Sciences (AMACC).
Filmography: El laberinto del fauno, Depeche mode M, La cocina, Las locuras, Pedro Páramo, En el hoyo, La ley de Heródes and Profundo carmesí.

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