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ASC Tube Traps vs. Cube Tower Trap

Has anyone had experience comparing these two products? The Tube Traps would most likely be the 16" size; the Towers are one size fits all. Being a renter, and having to move from time to time, I need something that will work in a variety of spaces, so can't buy based on just the current need. I'm poised to buy a set of ASC's Sound Panels and will follow that up with the traps. The Towers are of some interest because they are more "decor friendly". Any feedback would be appreciated.
fpeel

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garfish
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Hi Fpeel; I have not compared the two different acoustic tubes you mention, but I do have 5 11" dia. ASC tube traps and 3 15" X 4ft. panel traps. I like the ASCs because of their versatility; when one side faces outward all frequencies are absorbed, but with the other side out, the tube will reflect all frequencies above 200 HZ (and absorb below). And of course if the tubes are turned partially, they will reflect/absorb differentially. It is very easy to hear differences as the tubes are turned, and thus you can "tune" your room to your taste. The panel traps absorb down to 200 HZ (I believe), but do not reflect. The panels are very good at controlling first reflections off walls. If I had it to do over again, I would have a couple of 16" tubes for the corners behind the speakers, but they are quite a bit bigger and more expensive than the 11" ones. Can't help with the cube traps. I don't think they have reflecton and absorbtion sides built into opposite sides though. Cheers. Craig.
garfish
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Hi Again Fpeel; I would just want the 16" tubes in the corners, but would still want two or three 11" tubes for center rear behind speakers (against the wall) or maybe one just behind each speaker. As to the Panel Traps, the 8"W ones you mention are meant to be hung on wall (I think). The 15"W X 5ft. panels I am referring to (and use) are floor standing, lightweight, and are easily moved around. I had to pay extra to get 4 ft. high panels-- they fit better in my room (5 ft. tall is standard). The 15" wide panels are sold 4 per box for (I think) $500. I could use a set of the 8" wall hanging panels also, and then I think I'd be done (there is a "name" difference between the 8"W and 15"W panels, but I don't remember what it is. Also, I don't know if the 15"W panels are on the ASC website yet). BTW, when I opened the box of 15"W panels, I was sort of disappointed as they seemed lightweight and flimsy. But after positioning them, they really did work, and I concluded that I was paying for good science and engineering. Good Luck. Craig.
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