Acoustic Knowledge Base

Dylan Wissing of Getting the Sound walks through eight levels of absorption and diffusion in a live drum room, letting you hear the difference for yourself. Using headphones, you can find the sound you're after — from live and reflective to tight and controlled. A quick, ear-opening demonstration for anyone recording drums or treating a music studio.

Once you've optimized your listening position, treating your first reflection points is the next critical step. This video walks you through the mirror trick — a simple method using a friend and a mirror to pinpoint exactly where acoustic panels need to go. A clear, practical guide for anyone starting their room treatment journey.

Windows are one of the most common acoustic challenges — they can't be moved, and they often sit right where a treatment panel needs to go. This article explains how window glass actually behaves acoustically, how to plan your room layout to minimize the problem, and which GIK Acoustics freestanding products work best when mounting simply isn't an option.

Excess noise in restaurants leads to order errors, dissatisfied guests, and potential OSHA violations — yet acoustics is one of the most commonly overlooked aspects of restaurant design. GIK Acoustics has helped restaurants worldwide, including Empire State South and The Imperial pub, reduce ambient noise with discreet, custom-sized acoustic panels that blend seamlessly into the décor.

Studio drummer Dylan Wissing — known for his work with Alicia Keys, John Legend, and Drake — demonstrates the real-world impact of adding diffusion and absorption to a drum room. This video walks through the sound of the room untreated, then with Evolution PolyFusors, then with Amplitude™ Acoustic Panels, and finally with a combination of both. A practical, ear-opening listen for anyone treating a recording room.

Treating a recording room follows the same acoustic principles as a listening room, but the application is different. James Lindenschmidt walks through the key strategies — finding your sweet spot, bass trapping, managing early reflections, and balancing diffusion — to create a versatile, great-sounding space for recording drums, vocals, and full bands.

From mic technique to acoustic treatment, this guide covers every strategy voiceover artists need to produce clear, professional tracks — whether you're working in a dedicated studio, a treated bedroom, or an untreated room with portable panels.

The audio format you choose for your home theater should be driven by your room as much as your budget. This guide breaks down 2-channel, 5.1, and Immersive Surround formats — and explains why acoustics should be part of the decision from day one.