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?

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. […]
Acoustics and Retail Spaces

Noise control is valuable in retail spaces because of sound’s effect on consumers and staff. Given how sound contributes to a retail space’s atmosphere, it is important to pay attention to and personalize the acoustics in your store or building. Prioritizing acoustic design in retail spaces also benefits employees who spend long hours in noisy environments. […]
Top Benefits of Acoustic Panels

Acoustic panels help to reduce noise and improve acoustics. They have two main functions. The first is soundproofing-although not designed solely for soundproofing, these panels absorb noise. The second is they improve the acoustic quality of sound by reducing reverberation and echoes. Acoustic panels are ideal in spaces like offices, recording studios or home theaters […]
The Impact of Temperature in Room Acoustics

Seasonal fluctuations in a room’s temperature can make your speakers sound different in winter vs. summer. Meanwhile, a pocket of cold air forming in a warm room can impact how you perceive sound the same day. It is important to maintain a consistent temperature in rooms like auditoriums, theaters and studios where sound quality is […]