Hi gang,
Need some expert help and yes I've done some research and searches but really need some help putting this all together.
My basement is currently framed with 2x4 wooden studs with plans to add some doors and drywall with the current layout.
Unfortunately my basement is pretty small (2 story colonial) but I'm doing the best I can.
My room is somewhat uneven dimensions, but from what i've read this is a 'GOOD' thing, as I don't want a perfectly square or rectangular room, correct?
Room dimensions are about 19'2" x 12'4" x 8'3" with some differences in width and length throughout due to the sump pump enclosure closet i'm building and where the circuit breaker was that wall had to be about 5" farther out.
Ceiling is 8'3" to the floorboards, and about 7'8 to the joists. I plan to put in a dropped ceiling with some recessed lighting. I know the ceiling is sort of low, but I guess it could be worse. I'm 6'3" and have been in basements that were lower.
Purpose of room: Movies/Recording/Practicing/Chilling
Recording acoustic guitar and male vocals. Mostly just me and myself doing some overdubbing. I may also start an all guy acapella group and record in this area as well.The room will also be set up as a movie room with a big screen LCD or Plasma. So there will be probably be 2 sofas in the room for seating.
My intention/What I'm trying to do: Proper sound treatment
Since the walls are not covered by drywall yet I would like to put in some material to help keep sounds from bouncing all over the place since right behind the 2x4's is the concrete foundation. I want the room to be good for recording and movies, but I don't want it to be so dead that it sounds like i'm recording in a shoebox.
Questions/Concerns:
#1: I've read good things about Roxul AFB. Since it is resistant to moisture, fire retardant, and has good sound blocking. I've seen some pictures of folks building studios and they literally fill every wall with the stuff behind the drywall (p.s. i'm using 1/2" standard drywall). Will this work? or if i put it in every slot between the 2x4"s will I make the room "TOO Dead". I.e. kill all the highs and be left with booming bass or is filling all the spaces proper and adequate? https://img130.imageshack.us/img130/3079/satchmostudio.jpg
#2 When putting in the insulation should i be concerned about an airgap between the insulation and the concrete wall? I've heard some people put plastic up on the basement walls, i've heard some people leave a slight airgap (i.e. the insulation is flush with the drywall but doesn't actually 'touch' the cement basement foundation wall). If leaving a gap is a good idea, should i 'frame' or 'wrap' the insulation in burlap or cloth to prevent it from ever slouching or touching the wall?
#3 I'm concerned about air quality and inhaling fiberglass/rockwool over the next 20 years of recording/movie watching/practicing. If i simply put it behind the drywall am i good to go or should i really wrap the stuff to be extra safe?
#4 What about OC 703? I know that stuff is awesome for bass traps, but what about putting it in the wall behind drywall?
#5 Anyone have experience with basement sump pumps? I'd like to make that little closet literally 99.9999% soundproof. I can already predict my rage when in the middle of a perfect recording the thing trips on and i hear the buzz come through the mics!
#6 Is there any problem with the long hallway leading to the stairs being open?
#7 Any recommendation on dropped ceiling panels? I've been looking at home depot at these http://www.armstrong.com/resclgam/na/ceilings/en/us/prod_detail.asp?itemId=44724.0&cid=tilessrc6 they say they block sound which is good, but they reflect light which could be good or bad for movies.
Thank you all so much in advance. These forums are truly awesome and without you all many of us new guys would be utterly lost.
p.s. budget is flexible. I don't want to spend a fortune and this doesn't have to be 100% pro, but I'm willing to pay a few extra bucks for something nice. I'm still single and this is my new house I just bought, so I want to do it right.
Need some expert help and yes I've done some research and searches but really need some help putting this all together.
My basement is currently framed with 2x4 wooden studs with plans to add some doors and drywall with the current layout.
Unfortunately my basement is pretty small (2 story colonial) but I'm doing the best I can.
My room is somewhat uneven dimensions, but from what i've read this is a 'GOOD' thing, as I don't want a perfectly square or rectangular room, correct?
Room dimensions are about 19'2" x 12'4" x 8'3" with some differences in width and length throughout due to the sump pump enclosure closet i'm building and where the circuit breaker was that wall had to be about 5" farther out.
Ceiling is 8'3" to the floorboards, and about 7'8 to the joists. I plan to put in a dropped ceiling with some recessed lighting. I know the ceiling is sort of low, but I guess it could be worse. I'm 6'3" and have been in basements that were lower.
Purpose of room: Movies/Recording/Practicing/Chilling
Recording acoustic guitar and male vocals. Mostly just me and myself doing some overdubbing. I may also start an all guy acapella group and record in this area as well.The room will also be set up as a movie room with a big screen LCD or Plasma. So there will be probably be 2 sofas in the room for seating.
My intention/What I'm trying to do: Proper sound treatment
Since the walls are not covered by drywall yet I would like to put in some material to help keep sounds from bouncing all over the place since right behind the 2x4's is the concrete foundation. I want the room to be good for recording and movies, but I don't want it to be so dead that it sounds like i'm recording in a shoebox.
Questions/Concerns:
#1: I've read good things about Roxul AFB. Since it is resistant to moisture, fire retardant, and has good sound blocking. I've seen some pictures of folks building studios and they literally fill every wall with the stuff behind the drywall (p.s. i'm using 1/2" standard drywall). Will this work? or if i put it in every slot between the 2x4"s will I make the room "TOO Dead". I.e. kill all the highs and be left with booming bass or is filling all the spaces proper and adequate? https://img130.imageshack.us/img130/3079/satchmostudio.jpg
#2 When putting in the insulation should i be concerned about an airgap between the insulation and the concrete wall? I've heard some people put plastic up on the basement walls, i've heard some people leave a slight airgap (i.e. the insulation is flush with the drywall but doesn't actually 'touch' the cement basement foundation wall). If leaving a gap is a good idea, should i 'frame' or 'wrap' the insulation in burlap or cloth to prevent it from ever slouching or touching the wall?
#3 I'm concerned about air quality and inhaling fiberglass/rockwool over the next 20 years of recording/movie watching/practicing. If i simply put it behind the drywall am i good to go or should i really wrap the stuff to be extra safe?
#4 What about OC 703? I know that stuff is awesome for bass traps, but what about putting it in the wall behind drywall?
#5 Anyone have experience with basement sump pumps? I'd like to make that little closet literally 99.9999% soundproof. I can already predict my rage when in the middle of a perfect recording the thing trips on and i hear the buzz come through the mics!
#6 Is there any problem with the long hallway leading to the stairs being open?
#7 Any recommendation on dropped ceiling panels? I've been looking at home depot at these http://www.armstrong.com/resclgam/na/ceilings/en/us/prod_detail.asp?itemId=44724.0&cid=tilessrc6 they say they block sound which is good, but they reflect light which could be good or bad for movies.
Thank you all so much in advance. These forums are truly awesome and without you all many of us new guys would be utterly lost.
p.s. budget is flexible. I don't want to spend a fortune and this doesn't have to be 100% pro, but I'm willing to pay a few extra bucks for something nice. I'm still single and this is my new house I just bought, so I want to do it right.
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