I posted this last night but this morning the thread was gone. So let's try it again...
Here's what I did:
-built 15 skinny broadband absorber panels and 4 2'x2' cloud panels
-replaced fluorescent tube lights with recessed halogen units
-relocated HVAC vent
-stuffed area between drop ceiling...
I've got a drop ceiling in my practice space. It hides 14" joists and hangs about 6" below them. I just replaced four 2'x2' ceiling tiles with DIY 1" thick 703 absorption panels for use as a cloud, and was planning on backing it up with some extra R13 (faced) I found in my basement. Turns out...
I cut the 703 into thirds:
backed with 1x2 framing:
and have 11 of 15 completed:
I'll build a cloud and post more pics when everything's installed. Enjoy!
Josh
I ordered a case of 2'x4'x2" 703 and am considering cutting each board into two 1'x3' and one 1'x2' panels. This way I can distribute the absorbers better and arrange them more aesthetically in my small recording room (7.5'h x 8'w x 13'l).
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Drums - 10", 13" toms, 16" kick
Cymbals - mellow Ks
Interface - Presonus Audiobox (2 channels!)
Music - rock, jazz
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