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If Audiophiles care about sound, then why so few threads on acoustics

... and so many on cables?

I am sure there are 10 if not 50 times more posts on cables too?

I would hope that as audiophiles we could agree that acoustics are far more important than cables. A cable may (or should) make a fraction of a db change. Acoustics can make several db changes (or more).  A cable may have some impact on clarity or soundstage (and many can rightfully debate that). Acoustics absolutely will have an impact on soundstage.

So what is the reason? 
  • Is it because acoustics are "hard", i.e. you really have to put some thought into it? 
  • Are acoustics not sexy enough? 
  • Is it because they are often unattractive?
  • Is it because they carry much in the way of bragging rights (at least with many audiophiles)?
  • Do they not provide enough "retail therapy"?
  • Most audiophile really don't understand much about acoustics and can't contribute?
  • The difference between those who understand acoustics and those that don't is substantial for people are fearful of wading into discussions?

Interested in people's thoughts. People will drop thousands on a cable, $10K on an amp, or turntable, but I don't see anywhere near that spend on acoustics in most cases.
heaudio123

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dmaddox77
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I am dealing with this now. I have a dedicated theater room.  B&W CM8 s2 front LR and C, 2 B&W ASW 610, B&W DS3 in SR LR, B&W CWM663 S LR, B&W CCM663 in the ceiling.  Denon AVR X5200W.  Room is basically 200sqft and rectangular.  188” long x 135” tall x 135” wide.  Thick carpet floors, and leather theater seating.  Walls and ceilings are Sheetrock.

 I am looking at GIK because they are recommended here, their product is quality, and pricing is reasonable.

I Have $1,500 to spend on Acoustics right now.  GIK is recommending all 244 on side walls, and Monster Bass Traps rear walls. To start.  Next phase will be front wall and ceilings.

i am worried the room will be like a black hole for sound.  I would like to add some Scatter Plates now.  I was thinking 2 on the side walls (1 on each side rear), and 1-3 on the back wall.  There will be 5 total panels on the rear wall.

would love to hear your recommendations.
dmaddox77
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heaudio123, sorry should have been Surround Left and Surround R.  At ear level beside sitting position.
dmaddox77
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Heaudio123, I am afraid it will be too dampened as well.  I will put some scatter plates on the rear wall and rear sides.
I love good quality sound, so my system will always evolve.  New and better speakers, subwoofers, and amplification will increase.  At this point diffusion on the cieling will be added.  
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