There's no question room acoustics does not have to be an eyesore. I can't stand the look of most acoustical treatment products. All of the things you mentioned have merit and can be effectively used for acoustically treating the room. One thing you might consider is the CARA software. It can help you model the room so that you know how much of what material should be used. I am biased here as we sell this product. Another thing that I would direct you to that might be helpful would be the listening room on our website. It's a tutorial for room treatment and hopefully will provide some helpful hints. You can find it at www.rivesaudio.com, just enter the site and go to the listening room.
the room: diffusors, absorbers, plants, books, mdf
I'm just putting my first system into place. I was having brightness problems which lead to rapid listening fatigue. My room is 8' tall, 13' wide and 19' long, thick plaster walls, hardwood floor (large throw rug) and lots of big windows. I've treated the room with covering windows with heavy cotton sheets (drapes are on the way), hanging throw rugs on the corners of the front wall and back wall, bookshelves on the back wall. The sound is much better, however ... it really looks terrible. I'm thinking of placing fiber board covered with fabric (12'' by 8') in the corners, first reflexion and behind the speakers. Also to place book shelves and large plants on the front and side walls. Help before I've started!? What's the best, least expensive way to tweak my room so that it still looks good.
Thanks
andrew
Thanks
andrew