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Have you tried any room treatments?

I see there are more and more comments in answer to different questions about treating the room rather than replacing gear. I wholeheartedly agree with this train of thought, but I'm wondering how many people have actually tried any treatments, and what they tried, or, more importantly what they thought was successful.

I first tried Sonex ten or fifteen years ago and was very happy with the results. Right now I have acoustic foam on several reflecting points on the walls and ceiling. I also have a panel behind the amp, and between the speakers to help dissipate vibrations within the baffels(?) if that's what they might be called.

What have you tried, and how well did it work?
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upstateaudio
249 posts
 
I am presently using 8th Nerves roompack. The difference was quite noticeable. I have an odd shaped room. It was equivalent to an equipment upgrade.
danlib1
819 posts
 
Though expensive, it's very hard to top ASC Tube Traps. Used wisely, they make a tremendous difference in room response, image sharpness and bass definition.

I even tried removing the ASC traps, and bought a Tact RCS 2.0. Though the Tact is an ingenious device, the tube trap approach was still superior. I sold the Tact and never regretted it.

Treating side wall reflections with wall mounted panels is another very important step in my opinion.

Good Luck, and enjoy!
shventus
77 posts
 
So far, my room treatments are:

1. Three dedicated lines - 10 ga Romex, with PorterPorts
2. RealTraps mini & micro bass traps & HF bass traps
with results noted by DRAM above.
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wellfed
690 posts
 
I have been searching far and wide for WAF approved treatment and it hasn't been easy. I have had tremendous success with Machina Dynamica Brilliant Pebbles in my front wall corners at the floor. These have provided improved 3-D imaging, a more natural soundstage illusion (subjectively speaking of course), enhanced resolution, and improved dynamics. I know, these sound too good to be true, but real they are, phenomenal actually.

I am awaiting a pair of Shakti Hallograph Soundfield Optimizers, another controversial product to be sure. Hopefully they look good and sound great.
prpixel
876 posts
 
I use 48 custom designed and built panels. And, yes, I did consult with an audio engineer before treating my room. The room sounds great; makes it a lot easier to dial in speakers.
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