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What Is the First Reflection Point?

December 20, 2024
What Is the First Reflection Point?

The first point of reflection is where a sound wave makes first contact with a nearby hard surface. While the sound wave will interact with numerous reflection points in any direction it travels, the first point of reflection is the one that it will meet with the most energy. Where Is the First Point of […]

Top 10 Ways to Reduce Noise in Your Open Offices

December 09, 2024
10 Ways to Reduce Noise in Your Open Office

Open floor plans have become an established standard for newer companies, and there are many great reasons for them. These types of offices seem to foster creativity, facilitate communication and encourage a collaborative spirit in the workplace — but when you have an open office space, noise can be a real concern. 10 Ways to […]

How to Achieve STC Rating of 50 and Above

December 06, 2024
How to Achieve STC Rating of 50 and Above

Soundproofing projects work toward one primary goal — preventing sound from leaving one room and entering another. Construction contractors and acoustic product manufacturers target precise specifications for high-level soundproofing. But how can you tell which products offer the best performance? The answer is in their sound transmission class (STC) rating. What Is an STC Rating? […]

How to Reduce Flutter Echoes

November 01, 2024
How to Reduce Flutter Echoes

Flutter echoes are among the most necessary issues to address in a recording space, auditorium, gymnasium, hallway or any other space where sound clarity is paramount. Soundproof Cow has tips and materials to help you go from flutter to udder. What Are Flutter Echoes and Why Do They Happen? A flutter echo is a phenomenon […]

Soundproofing Goes Digital – What Is Sound Masking?

October 21, 2024
Soundproofing Goes Digital - What Is Sound Masking?

Table of Contents: What Is Sound Masking How Does Sound Masking Work Benefits of Sound Masking Color Noises for Masking Sound How Are Sound Masking and White Noise Different?   Sound masking is a technique using background sound to hide more distracting noise. Imagine you are in your favorite coffee shop during the morning rush. […]

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