basement renovation - ideas?


I posted a question regarding speakers and got tons of great feedback. Thanks to everybody for that. My next question pertains to my complete basement renovation. What considerations should be taken when finishing the basement for optimal sound? The only thing this rookie has considered is 5/8" drywall opposed to something thin! Are there any products out there (without breaking the bank) that will help provide optimal sound quality? The room will be roughly 12x28 with 8 1/2 foot ceilings.

Thanks guys...
big10purdue

Showing 1 response by martykl

Two thoughts (one practical, one performance) from my last home:

Built ins. CD/LP and equipment storage will make the room more enjoyable to use.

"Built Outs" Cabinets or other structures that protrude from any section of any of the walls will help break up the long, reflective surfaces that contribute to lumpy bass response. I had a sofa built that wrappeed around a Murphy Bed at the listening position. The bed structure protruded from wall about a foot and was covered with absorptive treatment and finished with patterned fabric. Looked great and definitely helped the sound.

Good Luck

Marty