Since you are concerned with decor, be aware that GIK can use any of the thousands of fabric patterns that Guilford of Maine produces. You can browse online and even get swatches from Guilford (they used to be free, maybe still are). The ability to choose fabrics that go well in a room can be well worth the small additional cost.
Room treatment
A very discerning audiophile here on Audiogon recently recommended that I deal with room treatment first and foremost before considering more upgrades. This is an area I neglected because of my limited understanding of acoustics for 2 channel listening. But I have to be clear, I love my room and don't want to clutter it. Therefore maybe adding white ceiling panels could be an architectural thoughtful yet an effective way of integrating some room treatment inconspicuously. Does anyone have any knowledge with these companies?
Primacoustic Stratus Studio: which is a 2" thick glass wool panel that is effective for frequencies between 100Hz -20kHz (most effective 400Hz)
GIK Acoustics: offer 4" and 6" fiberglass core panels that control frequencies between 60Hz-20kHz. I don't like the mounting hardware offered.
The Quiet Room Acoustic Box Cloud: offer 3" and 6" thick felt panels where the 6" panels control frequencies between 50Hz - 20kHz. These panels are beautiful and more aesthetically pleasing but are costly.
Hopefully I'll find the right balance of effective acoustic and aesthetics.
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If you are going to move your speakers, then do that first before coming up with any plan. Please read up on the “first reflection point” and it will become clear. All plans are based off speaker placement.
I used music city acoustics (see system profile) in both my systems and life is good! Hiring an expert might be a good way to sort it out
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@wsrrsw you have quite the system and your room is beautiful! I like how you incorporated that portable acoustic wall - excellent and resourceful solution! I bet you spend long hours enjoying your music. |
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