Soundproofing & Acoustic Blogs

Nowadays, workplaces are dramatically different, but acoustics remain a leading concern among office workers. To discuss why this is, it’s helpful to understand a few terms first. Acoustics The scientific discipline associated with the study and treatment of sound. Sound. A vibration or waveform that stimulates a receptor (i.e. one’s ear). Our ability to hear […]

First, sadly to say, it is difficult to treat a room properly without acoustic expertise. Hiring an acoustic design firm, however, can be expensive for many situations. Having some basic knowledge of what is required in non-studio spaces before beginning to build a studio can be helpful. It might even save a lot of money.

We’ve all spent a weekend or a long night trying to mentally block out the screeching siren of a neighbour’s alarm. This kind of noise pollution has an impact on our day-to-day lives especially when it disrupts sleep, leisure time or work. There are ways that help safeguard our homes – and us – from

Windows, ceilings, and floors can have a negative impact on your room acoustics. Here’s how to make your room and home audio system sound better. Every audio enthusiast wants the best sound quality possible, but there is more to think about then just the audio equipment. Your room might be playing a larger role in

Loud neighbours, lumbering trucks, barking dogs, construction crews—the world’s a noisy place. But with a few simple fixes, you can turn your loud home into a quiet, serene haven. We live fast, noisy lives facilitated by loud machines. High-speed expressways roar through towns. Cell phone conversations are everywhere. Our homes are a symphony of digital

What’s to blame for the increase in restaurant noise? There are a few different factors at play. One factor is design: Modern restaurant design favours open spaces and hard surfaces over the more old-school, compartmentalized style. Tall ceilings and larger rooms amplify sound volume, while open kitchens only add more noise to a restaurant space.

Young producers who are just getting started with home recording have grossly underestimated the importance of their home studio’s acoustic quality. They assume that their studio monitors and condenser microphone will do the job. There is a thing to understand why the Acoustic Quality of your home studio can significantly improve the quality of the

You may not need a huge budget to get great home recordings. Sometimes the key to great recordings from your musical instruments, such as bass, acoustic guitar, drum and vocal takes place right in your very own home. Try these 8 home recording hacks! Hallway Room Mics If you are recording in a small room

People try to find different ways to relieve themselves from the daily stresses of life. One of these stress relievers involves cuddling next to a loved one on a couch and watching a movie. A sound system can provide that desired getaway within the privacy of their own home. Some people may want to install

Do you experience echoes in your apartment? Reducing echo can be tricky, but not when you’re in good hands! If you’ve ever been inside a large public space or airy loft with bare walls and hard surface floors, you may have noticed a distinctive ringing sound called flutter echo. This phenomenon occurs when sound waves