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.

Learn how to hang acoustic panels properly, with best mounting methods and placement tips to improve clarity, reduce reflections, and enhance sound.

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.

Sound diffusion is one of the most misunderstood tools in acoustic treatment. This article explains exactly how a properly designed diffuser scatters sound waves across three domains — time, direction, and intensity — and why that makes a room sound larger and more natural. It also debunks common DIY myths like bookshelves and CD cases, and answers the most frequently asked questions about diffuser placement.

Room EQ Wizard is a free tool for measuring your room's acoustic response, and this tutorial walks you through every step — from downloading and installing the software to setting up your microphone, calibrating your soundcard, taking a measurement, and reading the resulting frequency response and waterfall graphs. Once you have your results, GIK Acoustics experts can help you interpret them.