Does soundproofing improve or harm sound?


I am building a house and because of electrical mods, the GC knows I am an audiophile. He asked if I wanted soundproofing. I have never had soundproofing and don't know 1) if its effective; 2) if it will harm sound quality or improve it or not effect it.

The room is rectangular in shape and is 12 X 16 feet. Any input is appreciated.
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Showing 1 response by quicke

Soundproofing keeps the sound of airplanes and crying children out of the room and minimized the sounds of explosions in the rest of your house.

With regard to getting a flat response and killing slap echo within the room, that's a whole other ballgame that requires diffusers, absorbers, bass traps, etc.

QuickE