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Do Your Neighbors Hear Your Room Modes? (The Answer Might Surprise You) noise reduction and sound proofing

TL;DR: Feeling guilty about that kick drum at 10 PM? You can probably relax. The 6-12dB bass boost you're measuring is a room mode—a local resonance effect that exists only in your room, even only at your specific listening position. Your neighbors aren't experiencing your room modes; they're hea...

Home Studio Soundproofing: 3 Big Mistakes To Avoid To Reduce Noise noise reduction and sound proofing

TL;DR: Stop confusing soundproofing with acoustic treatment—they solve different problems with opposite tools. Soundproofing reflects sound with heavy barriers; acoustic treatment absorbs it inside the room. Curtains, carpet, and foam panels won't isolate your studio from the neighbors. The o...

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Whenever you're ready, there are 4 ways I can help you:

Find The Perfect Speaker Placement In Your Room: No complex measurements needed—just your ears and these proven techniques. The perfect first step to start a new studio or fix low end imbalance.

Build A Better Bass Trap: My flagship course for getting professional low-end control without the "dead" room sound. Build bass traps that actually work using my proven design.

Studio Consulting Call: Get personalized guidance for your specific room challenges. 90-minute video session with measurements, analysis, and a custom treatment plan.

Acoustic Treatment Essentials: The complete system covering speaker placement, bass trapping, and panel placement for any room shape or budget. Everything you need in one bundle.

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