I've just gone through this -- teaching myself for the last 7 months. The advice on this forum is excellent. I've learned a lot.
In addition to the advice here and in books suggested, I really got reliable information from Anthony Grimani's youtube interviews on Audioholics, some of Acoustic Fields more basic explanations, and the website Acoustic Insider. Also, GIK's websites are helpful.
A few additional things which have worked for me:
1. Get REW software and a mic. Learn how to use it. It is like a flashlight in a dark attic. I used it first to check on listener position and speaker position. This is a complicated process but if done systematically on REW -- interspersed with listening -- it can help start you off on a sturdy foundation.
2. Don't buy cheap treatments.
3. Deal with 20-300 hz first. It's the hardest.
4. OC 703 is hard to find locally at Home Depot, Lowes, etc. Be ready to buy online. Even then, it's not that expensive. I covered mine in fabric and skipped the wood frames. Rock wool (roxul) is also good. Local insulation companies (where contractors go) may have it in stock.
I'm a newbie at this but would be happy to chat with you. Message me if you'd like to talk.
In addition to the advice here and in books suggested, I really got reliable information from Anthony Grimani's youtube interviews on Audioholics, some of Acoustic Fields more basic explanations, and the website Acoustic Insider. Also, GIK's websites are helpful.
A few additional things which have worked for me:
1. Get REW software and a mic. Learn how to use it. It is like a flashlight in a dark attic. I used it first to check on listener position and speaker position. This is a complicated process but if done systematically on REW -- interspersed with listening -- it can help start you off on a sturdy foundation.
2. Don't buy cheap treatments.
3. Deal with 20-300 hz first. It's the hardest.
4. OC 703 is hard to find locally at Home Depot, Lowes, etc. Be ready to buy online. Even then, it's not that expensive. I covered mine in fabric and skipped the wood frames. Rock wool (roxul) is also good. Local insulation companies (where contractors go) may have it in stock.
I'm a newbie at this but would be happy to chat with you. Message me if you'd like to talk.