Abarnett, I live in an upstairs duplex with two downfiring MJ subs. So far it has been good with no complaints. I did do the Auralex with bass traps, sound absobtion panels and diffusion (check out Guitar Center for the roominator kit). The livingroom is w/w carpets which helps insulate the floor. I am in the process of attatching a plinth with about an 1.5inch gap with the subs and some high quality spikes underneath (check Eden Sound for custom fits).
This is a must is get the Granite Audio Super Bass cd from Quuest for Sound. There are test tones from 10 to 99hz for 10 seconds which helps finding the noisy vibrations and rattles in the room and throughout the apartment. Use blu tak or rope caulk to calm everything down. Sometimes the bass might not be excessive but noisy vibrations can be harmful to the music but more disturbing to the neighbor downstairs.
Ofcourse being polite about the bass is just being a good neighbor. If company is downstairs, tone it down a bit. When the place is all yours, I am sure you can figure that out. As for me, I pretty much know the schedule downstairs and take it from there.
Good luck.
This is a must is get the Granite Audio Super Bass cd from Quuest for Sound. There are test tones from 10 to 99hz for 10 seconds which helps finding the noisy vibrations and rattles in the room and throughout the apartment. Use blu tak or rope caulk to calm everything down. Sometimes the bass might not be excessive but noisy vibrations can be harmful to the music but more disturbing to the neighbor downstairs.
Ofcourse being polite about the bass is just being a good neighbor. If company is downstairs, tone it down a bit. When the place is all yours, I am sure you can figure that out. As for me, I pretty much know the schedule downstairs and take it from there.
Good luck.