I have done some pretty silly things in the name of trying to block out noise. From recording in the bathroom, to sitting at my computer with a lapel mic and heavy blanket draped over my head. all of these "bubble gum and paper clip" methods were marginal soundproofing at best. I don't currently have the need to record voice-over at home, but if I did, I Would give Sorber Panels some serious thought.The maker, Clearsonic, claims its panels perform at over 90% noise reduction efficiency. They are made of 1.5" thick compressed fiberglass and other materials, which the company claims allow the Sorber Panels to absorb sound, rather than deflect it.
Clearsonic products, which are typically used as instrument shields or sound baffles, recently caught the ear of podcaster Scott Bourne, who wholeheartedly recommended them at the recent Podcast and Portable Media Expo. Bourne, a regular on the This Week in Media podcast uses 4 panels as a makeshift home recording studio. He recommends them over more expensive, and arguably less effective wall treatment methods, and touts their portability.
For Details on Scott Bourne's home setup, and a link to the manufacturers site, click the READ link below.
1. any chance that these panels can be glued to the walls or something? It would be nice to put it on the walls outside the library or study room so that no noise would come in when I'm working there.
Posted at 2:52PM on Oct 13th 2006 by Sean Hattaway