In the Television Drama category, two episodes of Adolescence (Netflix) join Black Mirror (Netflix), Silo (Apple TV) and Slow Horses (Apple TV) among this year’s nominees, highlighting an exceptional range of sound work in scripted storytelling.

The nominees for Excellence in Sound for a Factual Film are 7/7: The London Bombings (BBC), Andrea Bocelli: Because I Believe (Apple TV), Michael Palin in Venezuela (Channel 5), Ocean with David Attenborough (National Geographic/Disney+), and Top Guns: Inside the RAF (Channel 4), reflecting the incredible diversity of subjects in factual filmmaking.

Apple TV and Netflix lead this year’s nominations with three each, followed by BBC, Channel 4, Channel 5, and National Geographic/Disney+ with one nomination each.

Key dates for the 2026 Television, Factual Film and Audio Products awards:

• Final Ballot Opens: Friday 20^th March
• Final Ballot Closes: Sunday 29^th March
• Winners Announced: Sunday 12^th April

The two Product Excellence categories showcase the growing sophistication of technology and the need for innovative tools in film and television production.

The 2026 AMPS Awards nominations in full are:

Excellence in Sound for a Television Drama

• Adolescence Ep.1 (Netflix)
• Adolescence Ep.2 (Netflix)
• Black Mirror Season 7 Ep.6 “USS Callister: Into Infinity” (Netflix)
• Silo Season 2 Ep.10 “Into the Fire” (Apple TV)
• Slow Horses Season 5 Ep.5 “Circus” (Apple TV)

Excellence in Sound for a Factual Film

• 7/7: The London Bombings Ep.1 (BBC)
• Andrea Bocelli: Because I Believe (Apple TV)
• Ocean with David Attenborough (National Geographic/Disney+)
• Michael Palin in Venezuela Ep.1 (Channel 5)
• Top Guns: Inside the RAF Ep.3 (Channel 4)

Excellence in a Production Hardware or Software Audio Product

• Ambient - LockitBT
• AudioRoot - eSMART DUO power distributor
• Audio Wireless - DT1 Digitally Tuned In-Line Antenna Booster
• Radius - Mini-ALTO
• Sound Devices - Astral HH Microphone

Excellence in a Post-Production Hardware or Software Audio Product

• Acon Digital - Extract:Dialogue 2
• AiAudio Software - DX Assist
• Introspecter - Orion SFX
• Soundminer Inc – Soundminer v6.2 Pro
• Source Elements - Source-Connect 4

AMPS Chair George Foulgham said:
“As Chair of the Association of Motion Picture Sound (AMPS), I am delighted to announce the nominations for Factual Film, Television Drama and Technical products. The nominations recognise the creativity, skill, and dedication of sound professionals working across production and post-production, whose work shapes how audiences experience story and emotion. AMPS is also proud to acknowledge the tireless innovation of manufacturers whose cutting-edge tools drive ‘Excellence in Sound.’”

AMPS Vice-Chair Kate Davis said:

“I am thrilled to see such a spectacular range of programmes and products nominated for our 13th AMPS Awards. With soundtracks from atmospheric action and heart wrenching dramas to hard hitting documentaries, the ability to make the viewer feel something is at the core of what I love about sound and I’m excited to be able to celebrate the talented teams behind them. It’s also wonderful to see such ingenuity and passion behind the impressive selection of hardware and software nominated for our Production and Post-Production Technical Awards.  I look forward to seeing who our members vote for.”

Now in its 13th year, the AMPS Awards celebrate excellence in sound across film, television and audio technology. Last month, AMPS presented its 2026 Award for Excellence in Sound for a Feature Film to F1. In 13 years of the awards AMPS has built a strong track record, with 12 of its feature film winners going on to achieve BAFTA success, and 8 gaining the Academy Award.

The winners of the remaining categories will be announced at an Awards Ceremony in April.

The AMPS Awards are supported by leading industry partners including Dolby Laboratories, Pinewood Group, Sennheiser, Deity Microphones, Raycom and Bubblebee Industries. Their continued support reflects a shared commitment to innovation and excellence in sound.

AMPS remains dedicated to championing the art, craft and science of sound, while supporting the next generation of talent through training, mentorship and industry engagement.