How to Soundproof a Car Engine
When you think about soundproofing, car engine soundproofing is not usually the first thing that comes to mind, but car noise is a serious issue. Drivers need to contend with both the airborne noise created by a loud engine and the vibratory impact noise that the engine sends through the structure of the car. Why […]
Soundproofing Tips for Your Backyard
Is it really possible to have a soundproof backyard? While you can’t turn your backyard into a total monastery retreat, there are certainly steps you can take to control the noise in your space for a more pleasant and relaxing experience for you, your family and your guests. Backyard soundproofing can be done by installing […]
The Effects of Sound on a Baby During Pregnancy
When you’re pregnant, you take extra precautionary measures to ensure your health is in top shape to best protect your unborn child. You may be familiar with the everyday products you should avoid while pregnant, including hair dyes and various chemicals. But did you know sound can significantly impact your health during pregnancy, too? If you […]
What Is 3D Audio and How Does It Work?
You may have heard about 3D art, but what about 3D audio? In a continually advancing technological age, it makes sense that tried and true electronics are now a thing of the past. Engineers strive to make technology increasingly more realistic and alluring to give consumers a deeply engaging experience. That’s where 3D audio comes into play. […]
Why Can Humans Only Hear Between 20 Hz and 20kHz?
If you’ve ever used a dog whistle before, you may have blown into the device with no sound produced at all. Except you did make a noise — it was just at a frequency level indistinguishable to the human ear. Your four-legged friend, however, likely perked up his ears the moment you blew into this […]