Sound Blocking
This is what people usually mean when they use the term ‘soundproofing’. If you are trying to stop the transmission of sound from one area to another, you need sound blocking materials.
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Soundproofing and Noise Control Videos
We have a number of soundproofing and noise control videos produced just for you at our YouTube channel. We would like to highlight a few that suggest specific methods and materials for treating certain spaces such as gyms, offices, houses of worship and broadcast/ recording studios. How To: Soundproofing And Noise Control In Home Theaters […] Read More »
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How to Soundproof: Acoustic Foam Does Not Block Sound
This title says it all, basically. I explain that acoustic foam does not block sound about 5 times a day to prospective customers wanting to know how to soundproof. The question invariably comes back, “Why not? What the heck is it used for?” It’s not that I’m trying to ruin anyone’s day here—I would love […] Read More »
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Acoustical Solutions and Music Education
We’re very excited to have recently created two acoustical solutions that help in music education. School Of Rock The first, School of Rock in Norfolk, Va., was a project for which we supplied soundproofing and noise control products for practice rooms and a concert venue. The practice rooms were treated with AlphaSorb® Acoustical Wall Panels […] Read More »
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Soundproofing a Training Room
Introduction Acoustical Solutions Technical Sales Rep Kathy Palimore explains how to approach soundproofing a training room, conference room, and classroom. Typically, there are two acoustical problems most people want to address when it comes to training rooms. The first is reducing noise and reverberation, or echo, within the room. Secondly, is soundproofing the room, meaning […] Read More »
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Does Your Home Sound Like a Haunted House?
Squeaks, creaks, and screeches abound during this festive Halloween season. Although seemingly appropriate, the pounding footfall from your upstairs neighbors or whirling of voices streaming through the open air returns in your house or apartment may be causing quite a stir for you and your family. Noise transmission is frequently a problem in large buildings […] Read More »
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Soundproofing a Home Theater
Home theaters can be wonderful places to relax, retreat and entertain. If acoustics are overlooked, however, any home theatre can become a nuisance to the rest of the house and an echoic mess. In creating a home theatre, two issues need to be addressed, soundproofing and sound absorption. ... Read More »
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Top 5 Acoustical Products for Audio Professionals at AES Convention
This weekend audio professionals from all over the world will attend the 133rd Audio Engineering Society Convention in San Francisco. This is a great opportunity to experience the latest technology and advancement in the soundproofing and acoustics industry, and Acoustical Solutions, LLC. will be there to do just that! Stop by our booth (# 704) […] Read More »
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How Is Mass Loaded Vinyl Used in Soundproofing?
Introduction If you search ‘soundproofing’ in your preferred internet browser, you will likely run across a material called mass loaded vinyl (MLV), or several brand names for it. For instance, ours happens to be AudioSeal® Sound Barrier. Many of my prospective customers calling about mass loaded vinyl mention that they would like to staple MLV to […] Read More »