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GIK, Rives, Real Traps

I just moved into a new house. I set up the system in a room to be used just for the stereo system and it sounds no where near what it used to in the other house. Too much echo, loss of sound stage, imaging, etc. I haven't messed with speaker placement too much yet, but it is clear to me that I need some acoustic room treatment.
Seems like there are a lot of options out there. Not sure which way to proceed. I have a lot of money wrapped up in the system, so it's time to maximize the room acoustics also. Anyone have experience with these products? Any advice would be appreciated.
mikewen

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mikewen OP
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Great advice! Thanks guys. I will pick up Jim Smith's book and have checked out audio circle. My room is "dedicated" in that it will be used for listening, and not much else. So not much furniture in there.
The room has an irregular shape, so I think I will need some expert help, (plus I'm too lazy to figure this out for myself.).
Rives seems to be more costly than the others. Do they provide a more comprehensive service? What is the main difference between them and the other two?
mikewen OP
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Kevin, thanks so much for your help. You are right, that is a lot of info, so much so that I printed it out for reference! Some of it is over my head so I'll pick up Toole's or Smith's book and get started. Thanks again, it's very helpful.
By the way, your man cave looks incredible. I would guess that your room has made as big a difference in your sound as any component you have!
Mike
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