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I used acoustic curtains to divide a room that originally had no door, as shown in the attached photo. This space is located right next to the home studio, which is on the lower floor, and we needed to find a way to reduce sound transmission between these two rooms. Otherwise, sound from the home studio, where I frequently record and mix, would easily travel up the stairs and enter this room, which would mean the noise would spread to other parts of the house. Acoustic curtains turned out to be the ideal solution for this problem.

Acoustic curtains not only aesthetically fit into the space, but they also significantly improve the acoustics and reduce noise that would otherwise spread between the rooms. The installation of the acoustic curtains was simple and quick, but the result is really effective. The advantage is that they can easily be adjusted as needed, such as being pulled back when the room needs to be opened again or when more space is required.

Additionally, I decided to add you to our Instagram, where we love to share news, space improvement tips, and other interesting updates from the world of home studios and design. So, if you're looking for more inspiration or would like to see how other acoustic curtains look, you can check out my posts on Instagram by VocalBoothtogo.EU and follow what curtains our customers have purchased.

AVB

• Design and Construction: AVB is designed as a mobile acoustic booth, ideal for professional recording. It is made from high-quality materials that provide good sound insulation.
• Acoustics: This booth features good acoustic absorption, minimizing sound reflections and ensuring a clean and accurate recording.
• Portability: AVB is easily portable, making it ideal for artists who need to record in various locations. The lightweight aluminum frame can be set up and taken down in about 10 minutes. 
• Size: It offers enough space for standing positions, which is advantageous for different types of recording.

Check out the video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jcPexLaAAoI

ECHO FREE 100

• Design and Construction: ECHO FREE 100 is designed for maximum sound insulation. It has a robust construction and uses special acoustic materials to reduce ambient noise.
• Acoustics: It is ideal for recording vocals and instruments, providing an excellent acoustic environment and minimizing any echo.
• Portability: ECHO FREE 100 is slightly heavier and less portable than AVB, but it is still designed to be assembled in 1-2 hours. It is made from high-quality steel tubes. 
• Size: The interior space is large enough for comfortable recording, although it is more focused on sound insulation than on space. 

Check out the video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2pcZ-TO3KI&t=140s

Summary

• AVB is great for those who need easy portability from place to place and high-quality recording with a good acoustic environment.
• ECHO FREE 100 is an ideal choice for those who prioritize maximum sound insulation and minimal echo, and are willing to spend a bit of time setting up the booth. 

Are you a core member of The Euro Legions Podcast community? Are you familiar with amazing action figures?

Where does it all come from? We will reveal it to you. Look at the backround pictures of Podcasting studio.

John Caulfield from Luxembourg advice, how to make Podcasting studio from 1 acoustic stand and 1 acoustic blanket. So easy.

I made acoustic booth from those 2 things – blackout acoustic blanket VB73G ----- Flex tee stand. Don't be afraid to blend together the Flex tee stand with any max. 2m x 2.43m acoustic blanket. You can choose from VB70G, VB71G, VB72G and VB73G.

Here’s a pic of my setup with the Vocal Booth which I use for podcasting. (The Euro Legions Podcast) 

What problem did the acoustic blanket from VocalboothToGo.EU help me solve? I have definitely noticed much less reverb since I got the acoustic vocal booth. 

And for those you don´t have time or skills to make their own booth there is always AVB. Acoustic vocal booth so easy to assemble in 10 minutes. Dont´t you believe? Look at / website.

In the competitive world of voice acting, the quality of your recordings can make or break your career. Acoustic solutions, from versatile acoustic blankets to portable acoustic booths, empower you to craft superior performances. By investing in the right tools, you can create an environment that allows your voice to shine, ensuring that every project is a masterpiece of sound and storytelling.

In the pursuit of perfecting their craft, voiceover artists often seek the best acoustic solutions to enhance their recording environments. While various tools are available, it's essential to consider the price-to-performance ratio to make informed choices.

PORTABLE ACOUSTIC BOOTH FOR TRAVELLING

It is possible to travel and record VoiceOver thanks to our VOMO portable acoustic booth, check it out here?

VOMO weighs only 8KG and measures 60cm x 60cm x 15cm. Thanks to these compact dimensions, it is suitable for travel, so you can record VoiceOver almost anywhere.

Due to the dimensions, it was possible to design a backpack for the VOMO, so it is not a problem to carry the booth over a longer distance.

So it is possible! Are you interested in this issue? Watch our new video on our YouTube channel.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtfWpiYfcos&t=10s 

ACOUSTIC BLANTKETS

Acoustic blankets emerge as the standout option in this regard, offering a winning combination of cost-efficiency and effectiveness. These versatile acoustic blankets efficiently control sound reflections, eliminate echoes, and minimize outside noise, making them an ideal choice for voiceover artists who value affordability.

Moreover, their ability to cover a significant area with a single acoustic blanket is a significant advantage, allowing you to transform your recording space without straining your budget.

Acoustic blankets perfectly solve my two biggest problems, namely large windows and room reverberation. However, new problems arise, such as how to place the blankets on the ceiling without screwing anything anywhere?

We offer custom grommets

Acoustic blankets are equipped with metal grommets for easy hanging. The bad news is that the grommets are only on the shorter side of the blankets. (It is now possible to add additional grommets to acoustic blankets – you don't need to read any further unless...)

How to place blankets on the ceiling?

...the ceiling is exactly the critical place you want to soundproof and reduce as much reverberation from the ceiling as possible, and that's why there are grommets on the longer side of the acoustic blankets.

Tarpaulin holders

Your second best choice is tarpaulin holders, which I found in home supplies. Right next to them on the shelf were tarp tensioners. Quite cheap things around 70 CZK, so I took more...

Tarp tensioners

A tarp tensioner is a short elastic band with a plastic ball at the end. The elastic band is threaded through the grommet of the acoustic blanket and caught behind the plastic ball, which does not pass through the grommet. Simple, functional, and cheap.

Thanks to the elasticity of the band, it is possible to hang acoustic blankets on various diameters of rods, or thread multiple blankets at once. In my case, I hang the blankets on film extension rods with a diameter of about 5 cm. The bands nicely tighten the blanket to the rod. After two months of hanging, I do not observe any sagging. Acoustic blankets now cover the window much better.

To place acoustic blankets on the ceiling, tarp holders with plastic eyes and tightening screws are suitable. Thanks to the screw, the holder firmly "bites" into the blanket wherever you need to place an additional eyelet. Through the tarp holder eye, we can then thread either a tensioner, a carabiner, or a wire. 

So far, I haven't noticed that the acoustic blankets tear under their own weight anywhere. The holders perform well – they hold. The ability to conjure up an additional eyelet gives the blankets new mounting possibilities. 

By combining tensioners, holders, clamps, and carabiners, I created my third version of an acoustically treated studio. I covered the corner of the room with blankets, which improves the acoustics in the entire room. Thanks to the atypical placement, the room itself also looks much larger.

In my studio, I use acoustic blankets measuring 200x300 cm in white/black design. Over time, I plan to purchase five more acoustic blankets, which I will add to the existing acoustic blankets. I will then have two layers and the option to change the reverberation as I please – that's what I hope for.

You can buy acoustic blankets at https://www.vocalboothtogo.eu

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Nicholas Ibourk from Ireland wrote to us to tell us how pleased he is with the NovaSilence G/V door soundproofing panel. He can give you some advice too.

I purchased 2 x VB2GO NovaSilence G/V  to soundproof the door of a room we are going to rent and really wanted to block as much sound as possible to allow for privacy on either side, so we placed a white NovaSilence G/V off the hallway and a black NovaSilence G/V on the side of the door facing the room.

Easy installation:

 Installation using the provided velcro was really easy and the result exceeded my expectation. We didn´t hear any conversations and quarrels from neighbours. Even loud music would be really hard to notice. I'm really happy with the product.

You can choose to add a hole for the door handle. On request, an additional hole can be added for the lock or door viewer.

I would highly recommend anyone who wants peace of mind at home to try the VB2GO NovaSilence G/V soundproofing in black or white on their door.

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