Absorption, Diffusion or a combination of it all?


Looking to add more acoustic treatment on the wall behind the speakers. Currently using GIK absorption panels (242). 
Planning to add two more panels that would hang pretty much directly behind the speakers on the upper part of the wall (higher quality image on my system page). 
Any benefit going with diffusors?

Thanks!!!

audphile1

All or nothing, all the time.  Twas' always thus.

One finds the balance one wants, some luckier than others. *S*

Enjoying the hunt is what counts....

You can reach out to GIK directly and they will do an assessment of your listening environment. GIK has an online form that you fill out and you can include photos of your room. I had tried doing it on my own, by tackling first reflection points. But when the analysis came back one of their techs came back with a detailed analysis and set of recommendations that included some of the things I had and then went further, like a pair of 4A Alphas Series Bass Trap Diffusor/Absorber -- which are amazing! -- that go "on" the front wall, behind the speakers (though not directly behind.)

Anyhow, to me, that is the way to go. Reach out to them and see what an expert says.

 

Does GIK really do an assessment of your listening environment?  I modeled my room on their site, uploaded photos of my room, and uploaded REW measurements.  All I got was a generic response that did not include anything related to the specifics of my room.