sound proofing not same as acoustic foam. There is alot of misconception, foam(certain) DO NOT soundproof, they reduce echo. Solution: is really hard to determine what’s best because i do not know your house design and structure. Accoustic foam will work abit but you would still hear the footstep. Best way is to buy soundproof panel(not foam) or if you have a removable ceiling, you can use sound insulation and stick it on it.
One of the Best Ideas of SoundProofing is "SoundProof Curtains" it actually Block outside Noise coming from Windows. Check Here: livesoundproof.com/best-soundproof-curtains/
NIGHT AND DAY AUDIO DIFFERENCE. HOLY SHIT. GOOD CALL. I’m an artist and record at home sometimes. I’ve had good quality recordings without the panels but I recent compared vocals from home to vocals recorded at the studio and I could hear the difference. Obviously audio processing can tackle this but it’s always better to get the best quality input and not rely on editing to cover for bad practices. This pushed me over the edge and I will for sure line the ceiling now. Thanks so much for sharing.
Will the foam eventually start to disintegrate? When that happens, will dust fall all over your room? I thought of doing this too but I'm afraid that the above might occur.
One of the Best Ideas of SoundProofing is "SoundProof Curtains" it actually Block outside Noise coming from Windows. Check Here: livesoundproof.com/best-soundproof-curtains/
do you need to absorb or diffused? in my understanding, Triangular shaped technically used as a diffuser. While most ceiling needs an absorption as it was in an RFZ (Reflection-Free Zone) And using Foam are ineffective.. probably just reducing less than -3 db The best solution for ceiling was using Acoustic Panels with rock wool. 10 foams = 1 Acoustic Panel
Diffusers can be all shapes and sizes (I haven't seen many triangular shaped ones though..), but you're correct, a ceiling would best be utilized for absorption. However, the panels that he chose are definitely not diffusers, since they're foam. Diffusers by definition have to be hard, acoustically reflective surfaces. That triangular shape is mostly for looks I would assume, considering the loss of mass cut out of the panels actually reduces effectiveness (saves money tho! haha). And I wouldn't harp on him to much on him for going with foam for the first place. It's the cheapest and easiest solution for the non-audiophile or non-recording engineers to just reduce some nasty small room echo. It only tames the high frequencies though, leaving the room pretty unbalanced. But for a guy just trying to make his voice overs sound a bit better, to him and his also probably-not-audio-enthusiast audience, it does the job perfectly.
I'm not sure why it's done this way, but sometimes noise-cancelling foam is put only in the corners of a ceiling. Looking for more info on it, but my company has had rooms done this way that they perform webinars from.
ackthbbft Imagine throwing a ball at a wall. It bounces back. Throw the ball into the corner of the room. It may bounce off both walls then hit the floor and come back to you. Now replace the ball with a Soundwave. You want to put the foam where the sound is going to bounce and reflect off alot things.
Ok, I have questions. Why do people cover their whole ceiling AND why do others separate the foams I.e not put them together like u did? What difference does the kind of installation make?
I think it ultimately comes down to preference and cost. Soundwaves leave a sound source in all directions, so while I'm sure some people might argue having them separate means more waves will be caught, it should ultimately be about the same effect. However, when it comes to corners you'll be better off having your panels together as sound waves will be more concentrated by bouncing a lot more and faster between walls, so you'd want to mitigate that as much as possible.
Can you post the video on how you made the shelves behind you? I'm trying to do something like that for my living room and was wondering how you made yours. Thanks
i felt when he said his mic was from his camera lol i hate when i stream and my mic echoes and my viewers tell me COOKIE you forgot to plug in ya mic your webcam mic is on ugh lol
There's virtually no point in using acoustic foam. It only eliminates the higher, and least problematic, frequencies. For those looking to make their rooms sound better, some rock wool and a few DIY videos are a better (and potentially cheaper) solution.
Ah this is a shame. It seems like putting the tiles on that large wall or spaced out more between the two surfaces would have had more of an impact to reduce the echo and reverb. I hope when my foam tiles arrive they are more effective than they are here :/
This is going to be a few years too late but two things can help 1: Open your closet, take the doors off and leave it exposed. So long as it's not full of hard, reflective items, your acoustics will be improved. Board game boxes will work well here, as will a folded up guest bed hidden behind a curtain 2: Get a large bookshelf and DO NOT align/organize the books. The books themselves will act as a major absorption panel but also refract the sound back, helping to spread the waves at varying angles due to the disjointedness of the books. This is why you don't want to have a full series of books together, the books will be both hardcover and paperback as well as various depths and sizes so you'll create niches that both trap the sound and reflect it at various angles.
@@christopherlegarda5164 we had a mediation meeting in the management office. It allowed us both to speak with a 3rd party involved Now everything is great! Last time they were loud, I told the manger of the property to get my neighbors ass in the office ASAP before I go to jail for beating her ass The manager really tore into my neighbor and laid down the law on how to not be an inconsiderate ass wipe They have been absolutely wonderful for the last several months We exchanged phone numbers and text occasionally. Nothing anywhere near as "friends" and I have no interest in that. We are able to be civil with each other even though it still feels very awkward
absolutely not. these help reduce echo in the room (barely) these are not for "sound-proofing" these are for sound absorption and reducing echo. you would need sound proof insulation built into your ceiling (very expensive and need a professional contractor for)
you're right. especially if you're making bass heavy music like EDM or hip hop. i ripped all the foam i wasted time putting up, down and built proper 4 inch bass trap panels
@@reekrodriqguez6552 No, it's not. All you're doing is skewing the audio image by absorbing higher frequencies. You're basically just EQ'ing the sound - not treating.
Do those block the sound of footsteps on hardwood? I’m very sensitive to noise and am so annoyed at my upstairs neighbor’s footsteps and creaking.
these are for echo, its sound proofing
I have same problem
sound proofing not same as acoustic foam. There is alot of misconception, foam(certain) DO NOT soundproof, they reduce echo.
Solution: is really hard to determine what’s best because i do not know your house design and structure. Accoustic foam will work abit but you would still hear the footstep. Best way is to buy soundproof panel(not foam) or if you have a removable ceiling, you can use sound insulation and stick it on it.
I’m searching everything my neighbors are pretty much evil!
One of the Best Ideas of SoundProofing is "SoundProof Curtains" it actually Block outside Noise coming from Windows. Check Here: livesoundproof.com/best-soundproof-curtains/
NIGHT AND DAY AUDIO DIFFERENCE. HOLY SHIT. GOOD CALL. I’m an artist and record at home sometimes. I’ve had good quality recordings without the panels but I recent compared vocals from home to vocals recorded at the studio and I could hear the difference. Obviously audio processing can tackle this but it’s always better to get the best quality input and not rely on editing to cover for bad practices. This pushed me over the edge and I will for sure line the ceiling now. Thanks so much for sharing.
How did this workout? I'm currently trying to keep panels from falling from my ceiling. Did this method stay up? Thanks for the video!
Can i use these to keep sound out???
Will the foam eventually start to disintegrate? When that happens, will dust fall all over your room? I thought of doing this too but I'm afraid that the above might occur.
Would doing this reduce the sounds from my upstairs neighbors walking around? I live in an old building with outdated structure, built in 1970.
switching back and fourth, i can hear a difference, especially in the higher frequencies before the foam.
Nice! Yea, when editing I thought I could hear a good difference in sound.
One of the Best Ideas of SoundProofing is "SoundProof Curtains" it actually Block outside Noise coming from Windows. Check Here: livesoundproof.com/best-soundproof-curtains/
Does it help reduce impact noise? Like people upstairs walking dragging tables, chairs, ect?
do you need to absorb or diffused?
in my understanding, Triangular shaped technically used as a diffuser. While most ceiling needs an absorption as it was in an RFZ (Reflection-Free Zone)
And using Foam are ineffective.. probably just reducing less than -3 db
The best solution for ceiling was using Acoustic Panels with rock wool.
10 foams = 1 Acoustic Panel
Diffusers can be all shapes and sizes (I haven't seen many triangular shaped ones though..), but you're correct, a ceiling would best be utilized for absorption. However, the panels that he chose are definitely not diffusers, since they're foam. Diffusers by definition have to be hard, acoustically reflective surfaces. That triangular shape is mostly for looks I would assume, considering the loss of mass cut out of the panels actually reduces effectiveness (saves money tho! haha). And I wouldn't harp on him to much on him for going with foam for the first place. It's the cheapest and easiest solution for the non-audiophile or non-recording engineers to just reduce some nasty small room echo. It only tames the high frequencies though, leaving the room pretty unbalanced. But for a guy just trying to make his voice overs sound a bit better, to him and his also probably-not-audio-enthusiast audience, it does the job perfectly.
does it help in reducing impact sound from upstairs neighbours?
I come for the same question , please let me know if you found the answer
this is EXACTLY what i needed!Thank you
Nice. The stuff makes all the difference.
It's been about 5 months since you've released this video. How well have the panels stayed up?
Curious about the same thing!
hint... they're now floor pannels. lol
K it's been 5 years. Are they still up?
I found that the corners of the room provide the most reflections, so I install those "tiles" in the corners and edges.
Questions is it a fire hazard to place foam insulation on ceiling?
I'm not sure why it's done this way, but sometimes noise-cancelling foam is put only in the corners of a ceiling. Looking for more info on it, but my company has had rooms done this way that they perform webinars from.
ackthbbft Imagine throwing a ball at a wall. It bounces back. Throw the ball into the corner of the room. It may bounce off both walls then hit the floor and come back to you. Now replace the ball with a Soundwave. You want to put the foam where the sound is going to bounce and reflect off alot things.
Hi so acoustic foams are soundproof ? I want to install them on my ceiling in order not to hear footsteps
Hi, sorry but this will not be effective. You'd have to soundproof your ceiling by an experienced and professional builder.
Ok, I have questions. Why do people cover their whole ceiling AND why do others separate the foams I.e not put them together like u did? What difference does the kind of installation make?
I think it ultimately comes down to preference and cost. Soundwaves leave a sound source in all directions, so while I'm sure some people might argue having them separate means more waves will be caught, it should ultimately be about the same effect. However, when it comes to corners you'll be better off having your panels together as sound waves will be more concentrated by bouncing a lot more and faster between walls, so you'd want to mitigate that as much as possible.
Do you need to use cardboard?
Yes because spraying adhesive directly on your ceiling or wall will damage it.
command strips don't work in my experience
I put up 40+ 3" tiles. I put the command strips directly on the foam. None have fallen yet.
@@jbradford00 I have mine directly on foam and all are still up
When using Command strips you must apply pressure for about 10/15 seconds to get a good hold. They work.
Can you post the video on how you made the shelves behind you? I'm trying to do something like that for my living room and was wondering how you made yours. Thanks
A Friend Called 5 lmao... 11 months LaTeR
Very useful and awesome video.
Awesome video as usual
thanksman
What if you have a ceiling fan
quality content as usual
thanks... got some project build videos coming later this week
Mine has an extra feature, give it time it becomes floor panels. :D
lmao mine fall off my celing every time
😂😂😂
i felt when he said his mic was from his camera lol i hate when i stream and my mic echoes and my viewers tell me COOKIE you forgot to plug in ya mic your webcam mic is on ugh lol
There's virtually no point in using acoustic foam. It only eliminates the higher, and least problematic, frequencies. For those looking to make their rooms sound better, some rock wool and a few DIY videos are a better (and potentially cheaper) solution.
What mic mount is that
Can you do an episode on making cobra commanders helmet from GI Joe Retaliation
Ah this is a shame. It seems like putting the tiles on that large wall or spaced out more between the two surfaces would have had more of an impact to reduce the echo and reverb. I hope when my foam tiles arrive they are more effective than they are here :/
This is going to be a few years too late but two things can help
1: Open your closet, take the doors off and leave it exposed. So long as it's not full of hard, reflective items, your acoustics will be improved. Board game boxes will work well here, as will a folded up guest bed hidden behind a curtain
2: Get a large bookshelf and DO NOT align/organize the books. The books themselves will act as a major absorption panel but also refract the sound back, helping to spread the waves at varying angles due to the disjointedness of the books. This is why you don't want to have a full series of books together, the books will be both hardcover and paperback as well as various depths and sizes so you'll create niches that both trap the sound and reflect it at various angles.
Where's Waldo books have the best tone
You need bass traps there's still,too much echoes
Does anyone know if this would help with asshole upstairs neighbors? I'm desperate
Hey did you find a solution? I have the same problem. Pm me
@@christopherlegarda5164 we had a mediation meeting in the management office. It allowed us both to speak with a 3rd party involved
Now everything is great! Last time they were loud, I told the manger of the property to get my neighbors ass in the office ASAP before I go to jail for beating her ass
The manager really tore into my neighbor and laid down the law on how to not be an inconsiderate ass wipe
They have been absolutely wonderful for the last several months
We exchanged phone numbers and text occasionally. Nothing anywhere near as "friends" and I have no interest in that. We are able to be civil with each other even though it still feels very awkward
absolutely not. these help reduce echo in the room (barely) these are not for "sound-proofing" these are for sound absorption and reducing echo. you would need sound proof insulation built into your ceiling (very expensive and need a professional contractor for)
Can you do another episode with the batman mask and paint it with black 2.0 please
Or those times where you interview someone and forget to turn on the mic at all...
gud vid
Foam is next to useless, that's why it costs so dirt-cheap. The material doesn't have the correct thickness and physical properties.
Danny Peculiarbleeps not to mention a lot of the foam you can get off Amazon is a fire hazard.
Better than nothing
you're right. especially if you're making bass heavy music like EDM or hip hop. i ripped all the foam i wasted time putting up, down and built proper 4 inch bass trap panels
@Matt No. It's absolutely correct. Foam is next to useless.
@@reekrodriqguez6552 No, it's not. All you're doing is skewing the audio image by absorbing higher frequencies. You're basically just EQ'ing the sound - not treating.
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