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Resonant modes and taming the room

I measured my listening room and calculated the room modes, and graphed them today. I was trying to determine if/where the resonant frequencies were too closely grouped. Ultimately I was pleasantly surprised by the fact that I do not show any serious problems.
My question though is, how can I tame the room to eliminate the areas of congestion in the modes I am experiencing? Are there differing approaches based on the frequency of the modes?
My room is L 22'-5" x W 12'-10" x H 6'-5". I was concerned about the low ceiling, but it appears to help in this application rather than hinder.
Any insight you might offer would be appreciated.
nrchy

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nrchy OP
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Zaikesman, I had some congestion between 77 Hz and 83 Hz, but not again till I got out to about 178 Hz. I wish I could show you the graph so you could make some suggestions or corrections if I'm wrong.
It was the first time I ever tried this.
Newbee, thanks for the suggestions. I'm willing to work at it.
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nrchy OP
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Rives, I just went to the website, and found it to be most helpful. I wish I could have programed in the location of my stand and record racks. I moved the speakers around and the listening chair on the program. The funny thing was, I was somewhat close to where I should be. A little tweeking of lacations is required.
How do I find out about your room treatments? I'm interested in getting things into a better working order.
Gotta go and move my speakers!
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