For a quick good time, blankets...

@alpha_gt

Exactly the kind of things I was thinking of. Maybe someday when I join the plutocracy  I'll be able to do that.

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Yep, at least one Stereophile reviewer has no room treatments at all, and constantly bemoans the poor bass response in his room, but that's how he reviews $100k+ speakers.

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@nrenter

Thanks !! Of course, this is far beyond where I meant to go.

I hope however that more audiophiles experiment with room acoustics which can be done for nearly zero cost. I think any who haven't yet done so in their audio education could be in for a real learning experience.

I do think that wearing a padded Winnie the Pooh outfit while listening would be taking the idea a bit far!

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Interesting. In that environment, a bi-polar line array may actually be the best you can get.

Still, yeah, not where I'd put my best gear.

I'm always disappointed that the most measurable, most provable changes you can make in a listening environment are the most mocked and most resisted.




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@mr_m

Well, again, blankets were just a suggestion for skeptics and the inexperienced to learn about room acoustics experimentally. It's not actually THE recommended solution. However, I can see if you are into quilts or museum quality tapestries it might be! :)

For detailed help, and a range of products, contact GIK Acoustics. Great prices, advice and really effective and attractive tools.

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I forgot to mention my biggest nemesis:

The Coffee Table

I can't really live without one, but when I remember to remove it things get much better.

@acman3 That's the problem with science, danger lurks everywhere.

Hey @tomcarr no problem at all.

I don't know about Prima. I found GIK and their prices and effectiveness so reasonable I'm a devoted fanboy. ASC is also very good, but pricey....

GIK also is really super helpful for the novice. Upload pics, diagrams and they'll set you up.

Sonex barely works except as shipping material. Products from GIK Acoustics and ASC however are beautiful marvels.

I think sheep are cute and sometimes funny, but it is pretty surprising to me the apparently deliberate campaign to prevent listeners from trying things out inexpensively.

The gains in acoustic treatment are among the best values in audio.

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Hi Tom!

Well, you went far and above the point I was trying to make, but I think $6 is well within the spirit of nearly-free tweaks. :)

I'm so glad you found it worthwhile!

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Well, I'm not necessarily suggesting a permanent installation, but I forget sometimes how much you can learn about your system without spending any money.

Trying out pillows and blankets or throw rugs can be revealing for no cost. :)

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