Steve Snider
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How to Block Sound Between Rooms with Effective Soundproofing
Perhaps the most asked question I receive from customers is how to block sound between rooms. Whether for a home theater, podcasting studio, conference room in the office, or even just a bathroom wall to hide the sounds of the toilet, room-to-room sounds can be annoying at best and disturbing to important activities at worst. […] Read More »
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Understanding Acoustical Rating Systems for Soundproofing: OITC vs. STC
Acoustical rating systems are critical for making the right decisions when you’re looking to acoustically treat a space correctly, but they can be confusing. Often I hear from customers looking to soundproof, but they are tripped up by the difference between rating systems, which bogs down their project timeline. For example, I recently had a […] Read More »
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How To Test Soundproofing: A Step-By-Step Guide to Sound Insulation Testing
If you are looking to soundproof your space effectively, testing is a must. You could wing it and rely solely on your ears to check for success, but for almost all the reasons you would want to soundproof, using your ears is a waste of time and money—especially considering that there are simple, cheap tests […] Read More »
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The Best Products and Strategies for Radio Studio Soundproofing
Even with the advent of the internet, “radio” isn’t going anywhere! The music scene is bigger than it’s ever been before with new genres, more listeners, and a host of new artists, partly due to modern access to professional at-home recording equipment and internet platforms for sharing. If that weren’t enough, the meteoric rise of […] Read More »
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Understanding Audiometric Booths: the Soundproof Room Used for Accurate Audiometry
Looking to a soundproof room for accurate audiometry? Say no more. As an expert in acoustical products, I know the importance of finding the right solutions in soundproofing an area for audiometry. It’s important to begin with an understanding of audiometry and its requirements. Although some of my customers are familiar, I think it’s best […] Read More »
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Gaming Room Acoustic Treatment: Ultimate Guide
I’ll admit it, gamine is huge and getting bigger everyday. The world of video games is incredible, especially when compared to where it started not that long ago. Everyone may remember the simple games like Pong and Ms. Pac-Man and how fun they were, and then how the first super popular side-scroller games, like Super […] Read More »
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Enhancing Audio Quality with Home Theater Acoustic Panels
Have you ever wondered why your top-notch home theater system doesn’t always deliver the best sound experience? Despite what you may think, it might not be the equipment. Here’s everything you need to know about home theater acoustic panels and how they can be used to elevate your cinematic journey. Home Theater Must-Haves Building a […] Read More »
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13 Fascinating Facts About Sound That You Probably Didn't Know
To many, sound is an enigma, an invisible force that shapes our days and influences our moods but somehow remains one of the most mysterious and misunderstood phenomena in our lives. That’s why we decided to take this opportunity to dispel some myths, share some fun science facts about sound, and offer some genuinely awe-inspiring […] Read More »
