48 results for 'construction'

How Can You Soundproof Your Office Effectively? (Post)

The coronavirus pandemic turned the working world upside down. Many quickly realized the difficulties in working from home and its myriad distractions. As a result, people naturally gravitate towa ...

Sound Isolation and STC (Sound Transmission Class) (Post)

STC (Sound Transmission Class) is a single rating number of how effectively a material or partition is at reducing airborne sound transmission between spaces. For example, ½” drywall ha ...

Sound Isolation Basics - How to Build a “Floating” Floor (Post)

Have you heard someone use the term "sound-proofing"? It is often used in a general sense to mean any kind of acoustical treatment. However, Sound Isolation, or making a room "soundproof," can be a h ...

Our Hardest Working Products for Soundproofing - Introducing Auralex EcoCell™ (Post)

The essentials of soundproofing/sound isolation with Auralex Acoustics! Whether you're setting up a professional or home studio, podcast room, or home theater, understanding how to control sound is k ...

​Sound-proof your Space: A Guide on How to Build Interior Sound-Isolating Walls (Post)

Sound-proof your Space: A Guide on How to Build Interior Sound-Isolating WallsWhether you're a professional musician, sound engineer, podcaster or just want to enjoy the ultimate listening or watchin ...

What Does Soundproofing Really Mean? (Post)

In the epic movie “The Princess Bride,” the pseudointellectual Vizzini frequently uses the word ‘inconceivable’ in varying contexts. Finally, the hired swordsman Inigo Montoya turns to him. “You keep ...

Clark Buckner: Building Relations with Podcasts with some help from Jack Daniels, a Great Sounding Room, and a Special Invitation to Disney World (Post)

Note: Following are excerpts from the full interview. The interview was conducted by Kevin Booth, Auralex director of sales and marketing. Robb Wenner, Auralex director of artist relations, produc ...

Auralex® Podcast Starter Kit™ - The Podcaster Gift That Keeps On Giving (Post)

There’s almost nothing worse than a muddy, echoey podcast. Auralex® Acoustics has two solutions to combat poor podcast sound quality. The Podcast Starter Kit and Podcast Starter Kit Plus are easy to ...

The Basics of Home Theater (Post)

Building a home theater is an exciting and often passion-based project. Creating an environment that recreates movies as the director intended is the benchmark for high-performance home theaters. "As ...

Protect Your Investment - How to clean Auralex Studiofoam® and ProPanels™ (Post)

Acoustical treatment is a smart long-term investment for anyone serious about audio—whether for music production, podcasting, broadcasting, home theaters, or even conference rooms. Here’s ...

Aesthetic Trends, Acoustic Expertise: Preview Five Innovative Auralex® Products that Tap into Each (Post)

Synergy Panels™, Fusion Panels™, DIY Kits, EcoTech™ Panels, Revamped T'Fusors™ Provide Feast for Eyes, Ears at The NAMM Show. ANAHEIM, California (JUNE 2, 2022) — Auralex® Acoustics is taking the ...

Mourning the Loss of Eddie Van Halen (Post)

The year 2020 has been particularly difficult. The news this week that legendary guitarist Eddie Van Halen died at 65 of throat cancer only added to it. Tributes are pouring in from across the music ...

How Does Jeff Bell Make the Most of His Gnarly Voice? (Post)

Note: Interview has been edited for brevity and clarity. The interview was conducted by Kevin Booth, Auralex national sales manager. Robb Wenner, Auralex artist relations, produces the podcast and ...

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Construction / Sound Isolation FAQ (Page)

What is sound isolation? How to build a floating floor How to build interior sound-isolating walls How to build an interior sound-isolating ceiling What is the best method to install SheetBlok& ...

Sound Isolation Overview (Page)

Sound Isolation – What is it? Have you heard someone use the term “sound-proofing”? It is often used in a general sense to mean any kind of acoustic treatment. Sound Isolation, o ...

Education & Resources (Page)

Looking for more information about acoustics? Auralex has been providing acoustical advice for all types of spaces since 1977. We have compiled a number of resources to help explain the scienc ...

How to Build an Interior Sound-Isolating Ceiling (Page)

Solid construction materials and authorized Auralex products are highly recommended. Always use appropriate safety equipment like gloves and safety glasses. This project assumes you are building a " ...

FAQ's (Page)

Often times, people have similar questions about our products. Please select the product type below to find your answer. If you have any questions or concerns not answered, please do not hesitate to ...

How to Build Interior Sound-Isolating Walls (Page)

Solid construction materials and authorized Auralex products are highly recommended. Always use appropriate safety equipment like gloves and safety glasses. This project assumes you are building a " ...

How to Build a "Floating" Floor (Page)

Solid construction materials and authorized Auralex products are highly recommended. Always use appropriate safety equipment like gloves and safety glasses.   Project Overview The floor is th ...

How much Studiofoam® do I need to "soundproof" my room? (Page)

How much Studiofoam do I need to stop bothering ___________? (Fill in the blank: neighbors, spouse, children, co-workers, etc.) AND How much Studiofoam do I need to stop hearing ___________? (Fill ...

What’s the best method to install SheetBlok™? (Page)

The best method for installing SheetBlok in a wall, ceiling, or floor construction is to sandwich it between other layers. Why? Sandwiching provides a resilient layer between two solid layers.

Educational Facilities (Page)

“Students in today’s classrooms are unable to understand 25 to 30 percent of what their teacher said because of excessive noise and reverberation. – The Institute for Advance ...

What is the difference between Studiofoam® and bedding foam or "Brand-X" foam? (Page)

All Auralex foam products have been specially engineered to:  Maximize acoustical performance Maximize longevity Maximize flame retardancy Maximize aesthetics Non-Auralex foams usually: ...

How do I treat my room without damaging my walls with adhesives? (Page)

For those looking to install Studiofoam without damaging the drywall, here are four main suggestions: a. MAX-Wall™ / ProMAx V2 Or other Portable Treatment Options ...

Home Theater (Page)

Building a home theater can be a complicated process, but with a little research and planning,  you can soon have the room you’ve always wanted. One aspect of home theater construction ...

Why Auralex? (Page)

For Our Products! Auralex Acoustics® was founded over 40 years ago on the belief that there had to be a much better alternative to the expensive acoustic foam panels available at that time.